PMS, Acne, Infertility?

This tiny fruit holds big health benefits, especially when it comes to PMS and other hormonal imbalances

- Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa

Chaste tree berry (Vitex agnus-castus) has a long history of use in herbalism as a treatment for a range of conditions, including premenstrual syndrome (PMS), acne, fibrocystic breast disease, infertility in women, heavy menstrual bleeding, menopausal symptoms, lack of breast milk, benign prostatic hyperplasia in men (BPH), migraine headaches, and joint disorders.

Also called vitex or chaste berry, chaste tree berry may influence hormone levels promote the release of luteinizing hormone and, in turn, increase levels of progesterone (a hormone known to play a key role in regulating the menstrual cycle). It’s also thought to affect levels of prolactin, which is involved in stimulating breast development and milk production.

From PMS to Menstrual Harmony