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motherwort

Common names: Motherwort, Lion’s Heart

Latin name: Leonurus cardiaca

Herb action: Nervine, bitter, cardiovascular tonic

Parts Used: Aerial parts

Traditional uses: Female hormone support, stress and mood support

Motherwort is a flowering herb used in traditional herbal medicine for centuries. It’s known for its benefits in managing female reproductive system ailments.

In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), motherwort is used for menstrual issues like dysmenorrhea (painful periods) and amenorrhea (absent periods). In menopause, it may help symptoms such as hot flashes, sleep disturbances, mood changes, and vaginal dryness.

Traditionally, motherwort has been used to manage heart conditions and is considered a cardiotonic in herbalism. One study observed that motherwort supplementation led to improvements in blood pressure levels in adults with high blood pressure and anxiety.

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