Organic Red Clover
The following article is reproduced with kind permission of P.Topham,
U.S. Nutritional and Herbal Researcher:
Regulation of female hormone fluctuations
 You
may be aware that Red Clover is used as a grazing food for cattle
and other livestock. However Red Clover has also been used medicinally
to treat a wide array of conditions. These have included cancer, mastitis
(inflammation of the breast), joint disorders, jaundice, bronchitis,
spasmodic coughing, asthma, and skin inflammations, such as psoriasis
and eczema.
It is also thought that Red Clover helps purify the blood by promoting
urine and mucous production. It also improves circulation and increases
bile production.
Isoflavones and phytoestrogens
One of the most useful aspects of Red Clover is that it is a rich
source of isoflavones and phytoestrogens.
Isoflavones are water-soluble chemicals that act like estrogens and
are found in many plants. However Red Clover is one of the richest
sources. These natural compounds can be helpful for women regarding
menopause, hot flashes, cardiovascular health, and bone loss associated
with osteoporosis.
Plant Description
Red clover grows wild in meadows throughout Europe and Asia, and
has now started growing in North America too. The red flowers at the
end of the branched stems are considered to be the source of its active
properties.
Red clover is a source of many valuable nutrients including calcium,
chromium, magnesium, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, thiamine, and
vitamin C.
Other Information
- Each capsules contains approximately 350mgs of pure organic
Red Clover.
- Take one to three capsules daily or as recommended by a health
practitioner.
- Tea - 1 to 2 teaspoons of the tea formula steeped in a small pot of hot water for 1/2 hour. Take 2 to 3 cups daily. Further hot water can be poured onto the tea leaves during the course of the day and so extract all active chemicals.
- This product should not be used if you are pregnant or trying
to become pregnant or if you are breastfeeding.
- Women receiving hormone therapy or taking birth control pills should not use.
- Do not take this product for more than six months.
Common Names
Beebread, Cow Clover, Cow Grass, Meadow Clover,
Purple Clover
Botanical Name
Trifolium pratense
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