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Chaste Tree (Vitex)

Vitex agnus-castus

Hormonal Support, Women’s Health

Chaste tree (Vitex) is a hormone-support herb commonly used for menstrual cycle balance routines, PMS symptoms, and breast tenderness related to cycle shifts. It works slowly—think weeks, not days.

Key Benefits

Supports PMS comfort routines (mood, irritability, cramps vary by person).
Commonly used for cyclical breast tenderness routines.
Supports cycle-regularity routines for some people (slow build).

Common Issues It May Help With

PMS support routines.
Cycle-related breast tenderness routines.
Irregular cycle support routines (some cases).

How To Use (Simple)

Capsules/tincture are common for consistent dosing; follow label.
Best used daily for 8–12 weeks before judging results.
Track symptoms weekly (PMS, cramps, sleep, mood) to see patterns.

Taste / Notes

Peppery-bitter (not usually taken as tea).

Evidence Level

Moderate evidence for some PMS-related symptoms; response varies person to person and depends on consistency.

Cautions

Do NOT use during pregnancy. Use caution while breastfeeding. Avoid if you have hormone-sensitive conditions unless clinician-guided. Stop if headaches, rash, or cycle disruption occurs.

Interactions

Use caution with hormonal birth control, hormone therapy, and dopamine-related medications. Ask a clinician if on fertility meds.

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