Black Cohosh Plus® by Metagenics – Menopausal Comfort and a Healthy Mindset
Black Cohosh Plus® combines three botanical extracts for women seeking menopausal comfort with attention to emotional well-being. Metagenics describes this as a non-phytoestrogen formula, bringing together black cohosh root and rhizome, motherwort aerial parts, and lemon balm leaf. Rather than supplying a hormone, the blend offers herbal support for the tension, irritability, and occasional sleep disruption that can accompany this life stage. Each bottle contains 60 tablets, with clearly listed individual ingredient amounts rather than a proprietary blend.*
Key Black Cohosh Plus® Benefits
- Supports a healthy mindset during menopause, with herbs traditionally used when menopausal changes include nervousness or irritability.*
- Offers relaxation support to help ease occasional tension as part of a balanced daily wellness routine.*
- Combines three complementary herbs in one tablet, including a standardized black cohosh extract with a specified triterpene glycoside content.*
How Black Cohosh Plus® Works
The formula pairs a menopause-focused botanical with herbs traditionally associated with calm. Laboratory research on black cohosh has explored interactions with serotonin-related signaling, a possible pathway distinct from simply replacing estrogen. These are laboratory findings, not proof of how this finished blend acts in people. The standardization on the label describes extract composition; it does not establish that the measured triterpenes alone produce the botanical's effects.*
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Black cohosh root and rhizome extract: Provides 80 mg per tablet, standardized to 2.5% total triterpene glycosides, for the formula's menopause-focused foundation.*
- Motherwort extract: Provides 100 mg of a 4:1 aerial-parts extract, contributing to this traditional herbal combination for menopausal well-being.*
- Lemon balm extract: Provides 50 mg of a 5:1 leaf extract. Human research on lemon balm found increased self-rated calmness with a different extract at a higher dose under laboratory stress; those results do not establish an equivalent effect from this tablet.*
This three-herb menopause formula is intended to complement, not replace, individualized care. Review the complete ingredient list and safety information with your practitioner, particularly when combining botanical products with medication.
Black Cohosh Plus® Is Formulated For
- Women seeking botanical menopause support that includes attention to mood and everyday comfort.*
- Women interested in herbal relaxation support alongside their sleep and stress-management routines.*
- Adults whose healthcare practitioner has reviewed this blend against their medical history and other supplements or medications.
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Recommendation: Take one tablet twice daily or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Serving Size: 1 Tablet
Servings Per Container: 60
Black Cohosh (Actaea racemosa†) Root & Rhizome Extract [standardized to 2.5% (2 mg) total triterpene glycosides expressed as 27-deoxyactein] ... 80 mg**
Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca) Aerial Parts 4:1 Extract ... 100 mg**
Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) Leaf 5:1 Extract ... 50 mg**
**Daily Value not established.
†Also known as Cimicifuga racemosa.
Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, coating (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, medium-chain triglycerides, and hydroxypropylcellulose), silicon dioxide, and stearic acid (vegetable).
Storage: Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry place.
Frequently Asked Questions About Black Cohosh Plus®
What are the main benefits of Black Cohosh Plus®?
This formula is designed for menopausal comfort with a mood component. It combines black cohosh with motherwort and lemon balm to support a healthy mindset, help ease occasional tension, and promote relaxation. Its focus is broader than black cohosh alone, but it is not a hormone replacement. A practitioner can help you decide whether that combination fits your particular concerns, including occasional irritability or sleep disruption during menopause.*
Who should consider Black Cohosh Plus®?
Women experiencing menopause who want botanical support for comfort and emotional well-being may wish to discuss this formula with their healthcare practitioner. It is especially relevant when the goal includes relaxation rather than simply adding a single herb. The manufacturer directs one tablet twice daily unless your practitioner advises otherwise. Do not use it during pregnancy or nursing, and obtain individualized guidance before use if you take medication or have the medical history described in the cautions.*
Are there side effects or important precautions?
Botanical ingredients are not automatically suitable for everyone, and individual tolerability can vary. The manufacturer specifically advises consultation before use with medication, breast cancer or a history of breast cancer, a liver disorder, or symptoms of liver trouble. Do not use this product if pregnant or nursing. Review all three herbs and the other ingredients with your practitioner before starting; if unexpected symptoms develop, stop and seek professional guidance rather than increasing the amount or adding more herbs.
How does Black Cohosh Plus® fit into overall menopause support?
Think of this blend as one part of a broader plan that includes a balanced diet, regular activity, a consistent sleep routine, and appropriate healthcare follow-up. Its herbal combination focuses on menopausal comfort and a healthy mindset, not on supplying essential nutrients or replacing prescribed care. Discuss your goals and how you will assess your response with your practitioner. Keep the recommended serving distinct from daily use: the facts panel describes one tablet, while the directions call for one tablet twice daily.*
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
