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Black Cohosh

7.5/10moderate

Evidence

Evidence Score7.5/10

Studies: 38+

Meta-analyses: 5

Dosage & Timing

Dosage:

20-40mg standardized extract (1mg triterpene glycosides)

Best Time:

Morning and evening, With or without food

Can take on empty stomach

Form:

Standardized extract (2.5% triterpene glycosides)

What You'll Notice

🌡️ Hot Flash Reduction60%

4-8 weeks

😴 Sleep Improvement55%

4-8 weeks

😊 Mood Support50%

4-8 weeks

Safety

moderate safety rating

Contraindications:

Liver disease
Pregnancy
Hormone-sensitive conditions (controversial — may be safer than thought)

Drug Interactions:

Hepatotoxic drugs
Hormone therapies
Tamoxifen

Side Effects:

GI upsetHeadacheLiver problems (rare)

Works Well With

Soy Isoflavonescomplementary

Dong Quaicomplementary

Red Clovercomplementary

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Black Cohosh

Evidence

Dosage & Timing

What You'll Notice

Safety

Works Well With

Categories