Some of the most common herbal supplements

Black cohosh - The primary use of black cohosh extract is for alleviation of menopausal symptoms. Black cohosh has an effect similar
to estrogen, the female hormone that governs the menstrual cycle. Black
cohosh is a safe alternative to estrogen replacement therapy (ERT) for
treating symptoms of premenstrual syndrome, such
as mood swings, breast tenderness, weight gain, and menstrual pain.

Dong quai - Dong quai is used mainly in combination with other herbals to relieve menstrual cramps, regulate menstrual periods, and
lessen menopausal symptoms. Dong quai helps to promote uterine health
and regulate the menstrual cycle. Dong quai promotes natural
progesterone synthesis, a hormone that
declines during menopause. It acts to increase vaginal secretions and to
nourish vaginal tissue.

Echinacea - Echinacea is a popular herb used primarily to reduce the symptoms and duration of the common cold and flu and to alleviate the symptoms
associated with them, such as sore throat (pharyngitis), cough, and
fever. As an immune-booster, echinacea can be particularly helpful for
fighting these recurrent infections. Echinacea stimulates the immune
system which results in an increased ability to resist infections.

Evening primrose oil - Evening primrose oil (EPO) has been used for the treatment of allergy-induced eczema, premenstrual syndrome
(PMS), mastalgia (breast pain and tenderness), diabetic neuropathy, rheumatoid arthritis,
osteoporosis, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), hypertension
and elevated serum lipids. Nutritional supplementation of GLA
is one of the most important tools in treating eczema and moisturizing
the skin and protecting it from environmental oxidative damage.

Feverfew - Feverfew has been used to prevent migraine headaches. Feverfew has also been used in the prevention and treatment of asthma, rheumatoid
arthritis, muscle tension, colds, menstrual cramps, hay fever, vertigo,
tinnitus, inflammatory skin conditions such as psoriasis, toothache, and insect bites.
Feverfew works by reducing the body's production of prostaglandins.

Garlic - Garlic is antibiotic, antihistamine, anticoagulant, expectorant, antibacterial, antiparasitic, alterative, diaphoretic, diuretic,
expectorant, stimulant, and antispasmodic. Garlic works as an immune
system stimulant which helps the body fight bacterial, viral and fungal
infections. Garlic is used to increase the effects of the immune system,
to reduce blood sugar levels,
and to reduce menstrual pain.

Gingko biloba - Ginkgo biloba has been shown to have certain antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. Ginkgo
biloba increases blood flow to the brain and throughout the body's blood
vessels that provide blood and oxygen to the organ systems. Ginkgo
biloba increases metabolism efficiency, regulates neurotransmitters, and
oxygen levels in the brain.

Ginseng - Ginseng reputed to lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels, protect against stress, enhance strength and promote relaxation. Ginseng works
like a tonic, protecting the body against disease. Ginseng is used to
enhance physical (including sexual) and mental performance and to
increase energy and resistance to the harmful effects of stress and
aging. Ginseng is often called an "adaptogen," because it bolsters the
body's ability to resist physical and mental stress.

Goldenseal - Goldenseal is used as an antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, laxative, hemostatic, stomachic, tonic, and vermifuge agent. Goldenseal has been
used in a variety of conditions and diseases such as dyspepsia,
diphtheria, gastric catarrh, skin rashes, scarlet fever, smallpox,
venereal disease, vomiting, internal inflammations, spinal meningitis,
and poor blood circulation in mucous membranes.

Green tea - Green tea has been consumed for thousands of years in China and other Asian countries. Drinking green tea regularly may
help to prevent various types of cancer, guard against cardiovascular
conditions by lowering cholesterol levels and reducing blood pressure,
promote longevity, stave off tooth decay, help heal gum infections, and
provide a number of other benefits.

Hawthorn - Hawthorne is used to cure insomnia, prevent miscarriage, heart ailments, strengthening muscles, prevent
arteriosclerosis, angina, poor heart action and for treating
nervousness. Hawthorn is a cardio (heart) tonic and is used for its
stimulating and sedating properties.

Saw palmetto - Saw palmetto is an herb that is most commonly used to treat problems related to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Saw palmetto have mild anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, diuretic, and
sedative properties. Saw palmetto inhibits the conversion of testosterone
into dihydrotestosterone
(DHT) by decreasing the activity of 5-alpha reductase.

St. John's wort - St. John's wort has been used in the treatment of mild to moderate depression, anxiety, stomach upset,
insomnia, fluid retention, and hemorrhoids. St.
John's wort has also been used topically in the treatment of nerve and
muscle pain, skin inflammation, skin wounds, and burns. It's
particularly effective when applied topically (in the form of an
ointment) for the treatment of burns, cuts, scrapes, and minor skin
irritations.