Organic Way Red Clover Cut
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$41.83
A meadow wildflower with a woman's wellness tradition.
Love a meadow wildflower? Did you know red clover grows wild across Europe, Asia and Africa and contains plant compounds called isoflavones? It may help support women's wellbeing during menopause.
Red clover is a familiar meadow plant with pink-purple flower heads, growing wild across Europe, Asia and Australia. In Western herbal medicine the flowering tops have been used for generations as a traditional tonic, especially for women during midlife and for skin. The flowers are rich in isoflavones, plant compounds structurally similar to oestrogen, which is why red clover is of special interest for menopause support.
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Benefits & common uses
Benefits
- Traditionally used in Western herbal medicine to support women's health during menopause.
- May help relieve symptoms of menopause such as hot flushes.
- Provides plant isoflavones including biochanin A and formononetin.
- Traditionally used as a skin tonic to support healthy skin.
- May help support healthy circulation.
- Traditionally used as a general herbal tonic.
What people commonly use it for
- Hot flushes and night sweats (Some clinical studies suggest benefit, though results are mixed)
- Dry or blemished skin (Traditional use)
- Midlife changes in wellbeing (Some clinical studies suggest benefit)
- Feeling low in energy during menopause (Early research only)
- Cyclical breast tenderness (Traditional use)
Suggested to use alongside
- Black cohosh: Traditional herb for women's wellbeing
- Evening primrose oil: Popular oil for women's wellbeing
- Calcium: Essential mineral for bones
The science behind it
Red clover (Trifolium pratense) is one of the richest sources of isoflavones, a group of phytoestrogens that also includes the soy compounds genistein and daidzein. Its main isoflavones are biochanin A, formononetin, genistein and daidzein. In the gut and liver, biochanin A and formononetin are converted to genistein and daidzein, then further to equol by some gut bacteria.
These compounds are structurally similar to the body's oestrogen and bind weakly to oestrogen receptors. They show a preference for oestrogen receptor beta, which is found in bone, blood vessels and the brain, rather than receptor alpha, found in the breast and uterus. This selective, mild activity is the basis for their study in the menopausal transition, when natural oestrogen falls.
Several clinical trials have tested standardised red clover extracts for hot flushes. A systematic review (Coon et al., Phytomedicine, 2007) found mixed results and noted that the effect, if any, was modest. Another well-studied use is skin comfort. Quality varies between products, so a standardised isoflavone content is useful.
Because of its hormone-like activity, red clover is not suitable for everyone, and it is best used under professional guidance. It is traditionally taken as a tea, tincture or tablet.
Product details & ingredients
- Form: Tea
- Organic
Always read the label and follow the directions for use. This information is general in nature and not medical advice. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
Supplier ref: Organic Way Red Clover Cut & Sifted- Herbal Tea | Kosher & USDA Certified
Common questions
What is red clover used for?
Red clover is traditionally used to support women's wellbeing during menopause, including hot flushes, and as a skin tonic.
What are isoflavones?
Isoflavones are plant compounds that gently mimic oestrogen in the body. Red clover and soy are rich sources.
How long does red clover take to work?
Studies run for at least eight to twelve weeks. Give it a few months before deciding if it suits you.
Is red clover the same as soy?
No. Both contain isoflavones, but red clover has a different mix, with more biochanin A and formononetin.
Can I drink red clover tea?
Yes, red clover blossoms make a mild, slightly sweet tea. Tea provides lower isoflavone amounts than concentrated extracts.
Can men take red clover?
Red clover is mainly used by women. Men should speak to a healthcare professional first, because of its hormone-like activity.
Safety
Avoid in pregnancy and breastfeeding, and if you have a hormone-sensitive condition, unless advised by a healthcare professional. May increase bleeding risk, so use caution with blood thinners such as warfarin and stop before surgery. May interact with tamoxifen and hormone therapies, and with medicines processed by the liver. Not for children.
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