Black Cohosh
by Vitamer Laboratories · Capsule
Supplement facts from the label of Black Cohosh by Vitamer Laboratories: Black Cohosh root 4:1 extract 150 mg, Black Cohosh root extract 15 mg.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Cohosh root 4:1 extract | 150 mg | — | — |
| Black Cohosh root extract (Total Triterpene Glycosides) | 15 mg | — | — |
Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.
On the label
For: Vegan · Vegetarian · Adult Female (18 - 50 Years) · Menopause · Gluten Free · Dairy Free
Claim types: All Other · Structure/Function
Formulation re: Does NOT Contain: Contains no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives; no wheat, gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, crustacean shellfish or fish.
Formulation re: Vegetarian/Vegan: Suitable for vegans.
Formula re: Type: Black Cohosh is traditionally used for symptoms of menopause. Standardized black cohosh may help with hot flashes associated with menopause and is a common supplement in natural hormone replacement therapy.
All Other Content: Scientists have been studying black cohosh's ability to mimic the effects of the hormone estrogen on the body.
Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: Women who are pregnant should not consume black cohosh, except under the advice of a physician.
All Other Content: We've reformulated this product using more of the extract than whole herb powder, allowing a smaller capsule size.
This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.
Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).