Black Asclepias extract is a substance extracted from the rhizome of Cimicifuga Romose L. (Cimicifuge racemosa (L.) Nutt. in some sources):
1. Basic Information
English Name: Black Cohosh Extract
Alias: Rattlesnake Root, Black Cohosh Extract
Plant Latin Name: Cimicifuga foetida L.
Colour and form: brown-black powder
Main components: mainly Actein, Epi-Actein, 27-deoxy actein, black asiaticoside Cimicifugoside and other triterpenoid saponins.
Specification: Black Asclepias extract triterpene saponins 2.5%; Black Asclepias extract triterpene saponins 8%.
2. The efficacy and role
Antibacterial: Black Asclepias extract has some antibacterial activity, helping to fight certain bacterial infections.
Antihypertensive: the extract has an antihypertensive effect, able to reduce blood pressure levels.
Inhibit cardiac muscle and slow down the heart rate: Black Asclepias extract can inhibit the contraction of cardiac muscle and slow down the heart rate, which has a certain effect on the regulation of heart function.
Sedation: The extract has a sedative effect, which helps to improve the quality of sleep and relieve anxiety, tension and other emotional problems.
Relief of menopausal symptoms: Black Cohosh extract can regulate the endocrine balance of women and help relieve menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, sweating and mood swings.
Treating arthritis and osteoporosis: Black Cohosh Extract has a therapeutic effect on arthritis and osteoporosis, reducing joint pain and inflammation and promoting bone health.
Enhancement of immunity: contains compounds that enhance the body’s immune response and improve resistance.
Antioxidant: Helps protect cells from free radical damage.