Chasteberry (Vitex agnus-castus)
Solid evidence for pms. Not a miracle worker, but genuinely useful for the right person.
Verdict
6/10 Mixed
Evidence
Grade B / 100+ Studies
The No-BS Summary
8 things. 60 seconds. Everything you need.
WHAT IT DOES
Hormone balancer. PMS and cycle regulator.
DOES IT WORK?
6/10 Mixed. Works on pituitary to balance progesterone/prolactin. Good evidence for PMS and cycle issues. Takes months.
HOW MUCH TO TAKE
20-40mg daily
COST
Mid-range. $35-50/month. Standard for most people.
FIRST 24 HOURS
Don't expect miracles on day one. It's building in your system.
AFTER A FEW WEEKS
Give it 4-8 weeks for full effects. Patience pays.
SAFETY
Few things to check: birth_control_check, not_for_pregnancy. Worth mentioning to your doc.
HOW IT FEELS
More regular cycles. Less PMS.
QUICK ANSWERS
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