Black Cohosh

Black Cohosh (Actaea racemosa), which is also known as Black Bugbane, Black Snakeroot, or Fairy Candle is a small, herbaceous, flowering plant. It is native to Northern America, growing throughout the continent in wooded clearings.

Ancient tribes and early settlers alike found the herb useful for alleviating menstrual cramps, as well as some menopausal symptoms. Later discovering that it had a positive long-term impact on bone health. Modern science has indicated the beneficial effects of Black Cohosh on bone metabolism is due to stimulating osteoblast activity encouraging healthy bone remodeling.