Motherwort is used not only for menopausal symptoms but also
for PMS and can be used to help control high blood pressure. Motherwort is best
known for its ability to eliminate irritability almost immediately. It can be
used in conjunction with black cohosh for relief of hot flashes and night sweats.
Growing
Motherwort can be grown in the same type bed with black cohosh, as it prefers the same type of soil. This plant prefers a bit of shade,
so it will work well around the borders of your garden bed.
Use
The flowers of the motherwort plant are the parts used for
treating menopausal symptoms. Teas made from motherwort are extremely bitter,
so it is best to make a tincture as described above.
To use, add 5 – 25 drops to a shot glass of water as needed.
Sage
Benefits
Sage is another wonder herb for menopausal women and needs a
place in any menopausal garden plot. Sage has a high calcium content and
promotes the natural estrogen production in a woman’s body.
Growing
Sage prefers full sun and can be grown either in the garden
or on a sunny windowsill. In the garden, it can reach a height of two feet and
can survive most winters if covered or mulched to protect the roots. Seedlings
need a lot of water, but once the plant is established, it prefers a drier
soil.
Use
Sage can be used in many ways to incorporate the beneficial
properties into the system. Fresh sage can be used in cooking and in teas,
tinctures and infusions for relieve of headaches and relief of hot flashes.
Sage is easy to dry, either in the sun or in a dehydrator or oven, and dried
sage leaves can be used in place of fresh leaves in all applications.