The chasteberry tree, also known as "vitex," is a medicinal botanical that grows in its native regions of southern Europe and the Mediterranean. The tree's dark red berries, leaves and blue-violet flowers all contain flavonoids, which have traditional been used as female reproductive hormone regulators for centuries. Consuming a tea made with the tree's berries is particularly useful for regulating menstruation and enhancing fertility, among other hormone balancing benefits, according to the "Yoga Journal." Consult a qualified physician prior to using chasteberry tea and all other herbs medicinally.
Regulate Menstrual Cycle
Chasteberry tea has long been used traditionally as a uterine tonic that regulates menstruation in women with hormone imbalances. Chasteberry works by stimulating the pituitary gland's production of progesterone, which can alleviate the symptoms of PMS, including breast tenderness, headaches, cramping and irregular bleeding.
Treat Infertility
Chasteberry tea is effective as a fertility enhancer, according to anecdotal reports. When a woman breastfeeds or takes birth control pills, her blood prolactin hormone levels increase, which inhibits pregnancy. If she decides to stop breastfeeding or taking birth control pills in order to become pregnant, she can lower her prolactin levels and increase her fertility by consuming regular doses of chasteberry tea. Breastfeeding women should not take chasteberry tea because it can reduce lactation levels, according to website AltMD.com.
Dosage and Preparation Recommendations
Prepare chasteberry tea by steeping one teaspoon of ripe berries in one cup of boiled water for 10 to 15 minutes and consume the decoction three times per day, according to website AltMD.com. Always consult with a medical practitioner prior to using chasteberry or any other herbal remedy
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