This plant is found all across the Eastern United States. Native Americans used it to relieve painful or delayed menstruation and difficult child birth - the latter because of the herb's ability to relax the muscles of the uterine walls. Black Cohosh wasn't used only by women, however. Native Americans believed it could also help relieve arthritis pain and the discomfort of illnesses such as scarlet fever and smallpox, as well as a veriety of respiratory problems, including whooping cough.
Women, take note: If herb's could be accused of sexual bias, black cohosh would be guilty as charged. Dubbed the "female" fortifier. it has been shown to reduce hot flashes, sweating, headaches, vertigo, heart palpitations, and tinnitus, or ringing in the ears - all common symptoms of menopause. The herb has been so effective in relieving menopausal problems, that some doctors believe it may be an acceptable alternative to conventional hormone replacement therapy.
"Healing Secrets of the Native Americans" pp. 51 - 52 Porter Shimer
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