Red Clover

trifolium pratense

ACTIVE CONSTITUENTS
Red clover is known as an alterative agent
(i.e., one that produces gradual beneficial changes in the body,
usually by improving nutrition; aka a “blood cleanser”).
It is a traditional remedy for psoriasis and eczema.
However, the mechanism of action and constituents responsible
for red clover’s purported benefit in skin conditions are unknown.
Modern research has revealed that red clover
contains high amounts of isoflavones, such as genistein,
which have weak estrogen-like properties.
Modern research has focused on a red clover extract high
in isoflavones as a possible treatment for symptoms associated
with menopause and cardiovascular health in menopausal women.
A double-blind trial found that red clover improved cardiovascular
function in menopausal women, but it has not been shown
to provide any benefits for symptoms of menopause
(such as hot flashes or vaginal irritation).
Various laboratory studies and one case report
of a man with prostate cancer
suggest red clover isoflavones may help prevent cancer.
In another case study, use of red clover by a man with prostate cancer
led to noticeable anti-cancer effects in his prostate after the cancer
was surgically removed.
Although the isoflavones in red clover may help
prevent certain forms of cancer (e.g., breast and prostate),
further studies are needed before red clover
is recommended for cancer patients.


MEDICINAL PROPERTIES

ACTIONS
alterative
anti-neoplastic
anti-septic
anti-spasmodic
depurative
expectorant




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