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Black Cohosh Extract

A traditional herb that helps ease hot flashes, night sweats, and mood changes during menopause.

What it is

Black Cohosh Extract comes from the roots of a woodland plant native to North America. Herbalists have used it for generations to support women during perimenopause and menopause. Standardised extracts deliver natural plant nutrients that work with your brain's temperature controls to help keep you cool without altering your hormone levels.

Also known as: Actaea racemosa, Cimicifuga racemosa

Key benefits

  • Reduces the frequency and intensity of hot flashes and night sweats, so you stay comfortable.
  • Supports steady mood and emotional balance during hormonal shifts, helping you feel grounded.
  • Promotes restful sleep patterns by calming middle-of-the-night temperature spikes.
  • Offers gentle, non-hormonal comfort during menopause to support everyday wellbeing.

Amplified by probiotics

Black cohosh contains natural plant compounds that need help from friendly gut bacteria to work best. Healthy gut microbes break down these plant compounds into active forms that reach your brain's mood and temperature centers. Live probiotics also nourish your gut lining, so these herbal nutrients are absorbed effectively.

Typical dose

1–10 billion live bacteria (CFU) a day

The evidence

Evidence: moderate

Gold-standard human studies confirm that made to a consistent strength black cohosh extract eases common menopausal complaints, especially hot flashes and temperature swings. Large reviews of many studies and large research analyses highlight its reliability and good safety record for women (Osmers 2005, Obstet Gynecol) (Leach 2012, Cochrane Database Syst Rev) (Wuttke 2003, Maturitas).

  1. Osmers R, et al. Efficacy and safety of isopropanolic black cohosh extract for climacteric symptoms. Obstet Gynecol. 2005;105(5 Pt 1):1074-1083. PubMed ↗
  2. Leach MJ, et al. Black cohosh (Cimicifuga spp.) for menopausal symptoms. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2012;(9):CD007244. PubMed ↗
  3. Wuttke W, et al. The Cimicifuga preparation BNO 1055 vs. conjugated estrogens in a double-blind placebo-controlled study: effects on menopause symptoms and bone markers. Maturitas. 2003;44 Suppl 1:S67-77. PubMed ↗

Safety & who should check first

Generally well tolerated in human studies for up to six months. Check with your doctor before taking if you have a history of liver conditions, or if you notice any unusual liver symptoms. Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.