Vitex agnus-castus

Chaste Tree

Vitex agnus-castus

Chaste Tree

The Latin name Agnus castus means “chaste lamb” in reference to the early belief that it reduced sexual desire (it does not). Monks used it in ancient times. A tincture of the fresh berries was often used by the eclectic physicians as a galactagogue and emmenagogue. The primary use of this botanical has long occurred throughout Europe with traditional use for a variety of female hormone and gynecological conditions. The German Commission E has approved the use of Chaste Tree extract for the treatment of PMS. It is widely used in Germany and in Europe.

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Traditional Health Benefits of Chaste Tree

Women

What is Chaste Tree Used for?

Chaste Tree berry has been well studied in clinical trials to support normal hormone levels, particularly progesterone. Many studies to date have demonstrated positive clinical outcomes for conditions related to the female menstrual cycle.

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Products Featuring Chaste Tree

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Vitex Berry

Traditionally for maintaining a healthy hormone balance & keeping your cycle regular*

Healthy hormone levels are necessary for a woman’s physical and emotional well-being. Vitex Berry, or Chaste Tree Berry, is one of our favorite herbs for women due to the positive impact it can have on overall quality of life. Gaia Herbs Vitex Berry helps to maintain hormone balanc...

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Chaste Tree Berry, Certified Organic

Maintains hormone balance*

Healthy hormone levels are necessary for a woman’s physical and emotional well-being at all ages. Chaste Tree Berry, also known as Vitex, has been used since the time of Hippocrates in the 5th century BC to support gynecological health, particularly for the changing seasons and cyc...

$13.99

Vitex Elixir

With herbs traditionally for supporting hormonal balance & reproductive health*

Healthy hormone levels are necessary for a woman’s physical and emotional well-being. Our Vitex Elixir contains a blend of herbs traditionally used to support hormonal balance and reproductive health.*

$15.99

Women's Balance

Helps maintain a healthy hormone balance*

As women approach menopause, hormones naturally go through a major shift. Gaia Herbs Women’s Balance formula supports these changes by using traditional herbs to help maintain healthy female hormone balance and well-being.*

$29.99

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Fertility Support

Traditional herbs for healthy reproductive function*

This new formula helps to support healthy hormone levels and ovulation rhythm.* With Organic Chaste Tree, Organic Ginger Root, and Cramp Bark, it also helps to maintain healthy cycles during preconception.*

$32.99

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Active Constituents of Chaste Tree

Agnusides (0.6%), Aucubin, Flavonoids, Iridoid Glycosides, Essential oil

Parts Used

Dried Ripe Berry

Additional Resources

1.) Dennehy, C. E. The use of herbs and dietary supplements in gynecology: an evidence-based review. J Midwifery Womens Health 2006;51(6):402-409. 2.) Van Die MD, Burger HC, Teede HG, Bone KM. Vitex agnus castus extracts for female reproductive disorders: a systematic review of clinical trials. Planta Med 2013:79:562-575. 3.) Brown D. Vitex agnus castus clinical monograph. Qtrly Rev Natural Med 1994;2:111-21.

Important Precautions

Not for use during pregnancy or lactation without medical consultation. If you have a medical condition or take pharmaceutical drugs please consult your doctor prior to use.

Disclaimer

This information in our Herbal Reference Guide is intended only as a general reference for further exploration, and is not a replacement for professional health advice. This content does not provide dosage information, format recommendations, toxicity levels, or possible interactions with prescription drugs. Accordingly, this information should be used only under the direct supervision of a qualified health practitioner such as a naturopathic physician.

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