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Traditional herbs for women
In Latvia, there are plants that women have known and relied on for generations. Home, work and family demand strength, resilience and good health — which is why we turn to nature and the remarkable power of plants.
Red clover (Trifolium pratense) is traditionally used to ease age-related changes in the female body. It may help alleviate many symptoms associated with estrogen deficiency during menopause or in other situations of low estrogen levels. These include heart-related complaints, skin aging, osteoporosis, hot flashes, and mood swings. This effect is directly linked to isoflavones—highly sensitive compounds that are lost during the drying process. The difference between our tincture and industrially produced products is that we do not dry the red clover; instead, it is placed fresh from the field directly into the maceration vessel.
Green oats (oat tops with grains in the milky stage) are considered a wonderful support for overall well-being. They may improve mood, reduce tension, and support memory and cognitive abilities. Green oats have a regenerating effect on the nervous system. Another—equally important—effect is the support of libido and healthy sexuality.
Green oats have a very broad spectrum of action: the antioxidants they contain, especially polyphenols and the unique avenanthramides, improve circulation—particularly in the head and brain area. They support heart health, lower cholesterol and glucose levels, have anti-inflammatory effects, and help prevent inflammation-related conditions. In pre-war Latvia, green oats were also used to reduce nicotine and drug dependence.
Lady’s mantle (Alchemilla vulgaris) is a plant with a very wide range of effects. Above all, it is considered a natural support during all stages of a woman’s life. It may strengthen the female organs, ease discomfort associated with menopausal changes, and reduce pain and inflammation during menstruation and menopause. In addition, it may support metabolism, help regulate body weight, and promote liver function. Irritability and inner restlessness may also be alleviated.
Please note that the tincture form, in particular, allows the effects and processes of the active compounds to occur more quickly and efficiently.
I wish you to remain beautiful and full of life—no matter your age.
Māra Bergmane
In the case of illness, the use of plants should be discussed with the treating physician—ideally with a doctor or phytotherapist.
This material is not intended to diagnose or treat diseases.
Show studies & scientific literature
This section lists the scientific sources and publications referenced in this article.
• Atkinson, C. et al. (2004).
Red clover extract and bone health in postmenopausal women: a 12-month randomized controlled trial.
American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 79(2): 326–333.
• Beck, V. et al. (2005).
Phytoestrogens derived from red clover: an alternative to estrogen replacement therapy?
Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, 94(5): 499–518.
• Rote Kleeblüte – Phytoöstrogene aus dem Rotklee.
Zeitschrift für Phytotherapie, 2005.
• Rotklee-Extrakte zur Behandlung klimakterischer Beschwerden.
Phytotherapie aktuell, 2002.
• Upton, R. (2001).
Alchemilla vulgaris (Lady's Mantle) – Monograph.
American Herbal Pharmacopoeia.
• Hagers Handbuch der Pharmazeutischen Praxis.
• Frauenheilpflanzen in der Erfahrungsheilkunde.
Zeitschrift für Phytotherapie, 2008.
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Lady’s mantle
Lady’s mantle (Alchemilla vulgaris) is one of those plants to which we owe the fact that we are here today. Our distant great-great-great-grandmothers knew how to use lady’s mantle correctly. It is no coincidence that this plant is dedicated both to the pagan Latvian goddess Māra and to the Virgin Mary. Lady’s mantle helped women survive, eased childbirth, and helped them remain strong and pretty even in later life. It is truly a woman’s herb.