{"id":28445,"date":"2021-11-19T08:06:09","date_gmt":"2021-11-19T13:06:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whatsgood.vitaminshoppe.com\/?p=28445"},"modified":"2021-12-21T13:24:39","modified_gmt":"2021-12-21T18:24:39","slug":"herbs-with-funny-names","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/herbs-with-funny-names\/","title":{"rendered":"Don\u2019t Let Their Funny Names Stop You From Trying These Herbs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\">There are seemingly endless herbs that populate the natural world, utilized by cultures and traditional medicine practices spanning thousands of years of history. And, there are <em>almost<\/em> as many herbal supplements, some household names (think echinacea) and others with names that may be less familiar (we&#8217;ll get to those soon).<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">What\u2019s in a name? Often, quite a lot. The nicknames for many herbs reflect their origin stories, says functional nutritional therapy practitioner <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tansyrodgers.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">Tansy Rodgers<\/span><\/a>, F.N.T.P. And while some of these names may sound a little odd, we caution judging them too quickly\u2014they could offer just the health support you&#8217;re looking for!<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Here are four herbs with eyebrow-raising names that are definitely worth learning more about\u2014and perhaps even trying for yourself.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><b>Horny goat weed<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">Also known as <i>Epimedium sagittatum<\/i>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/p\/horny-goat-weed-extract-120-capsules\/vs-2732\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\"> horny goat weed<\/span><\/a> has an array of benefits that are unironically related to its funny name. Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries to support libido, legend has it that horny goat weed got its name when a Chinese goat herder noticed an uptick in his flock\u2019s friskiness after consuming the herb.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">In addition to supporting libido, horny goat weed can also be used as hormonal support for older women, to promote mood and cognitive health, and as an antioxidant boost.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Women who are pregnant, lactating, or have hormone-related conditions, as well as people with bleeding disorders, low blood pressure, or who are taking medications for erectile dysfunction should all check in with a qualified health practitioner before adding horny goat weed to their routine, Rodgers advises.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Horny goat weed supplements are easy to find and usually come in servings between 500 and 1,000 milligrams. There\u2019s no official recommended amount, so check with your healthcare provider if you\u2019re interested in adding it to your routine.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><b>Chasteberry<br \/>\n<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">This flowering shrub, which is native to the Mediterranean region and Asia, goes by a wide range of names, including Vitex agnus-castus, chaste tree, vitex, and even monk&#8217;s pepper, per the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nccih.nih.gov\/health\/chasteberry\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health<\/span><\/a>. It has been used for centuries to help balance women\u2019s hormones and support their reproductive health, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/lp\/nutritionists\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">The Vitamin Shoppe nutritionist<\/span><\/a>\u00a0Karen Cooney, M.A., C.N., C.H.H.C.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Today, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/p\/chasteberry-vitex-extract-100-vegetarian-capsules\/vs-1662\">chasteberry<\/a> continues to be a go-to for women\u2019s health and fertility, supporting a healthy menstrual cycle and more, Cooney explains.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">\u201cYou can put chasteberry powder (about half a teaspoon) in smoothies or make a chasteberry tea,\u201d suggests Rodgers. However, she recommends that pregnant or lactating women, those taking hormonal contraceptives or participating in hormone replacement therapy, and those with hormone-related conditions talk to their healthcare provider before taking chasteberry.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><b>Cat\u2019s claw<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">This herb might sound a little frightening, especially if you\u2019re not a fan of felines, but rest assured it has absolutely nothing to do with cats, other than the fact that its vines are said to resemble cat claws (hence the name).<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/p\/nature-way-standardized-cat-claw-extract-60-capsules\/nw-2325\">Cat\u2019s claw<\/a> grows in the Amazon and other tropical areas of Central and South America, and is most commonly used for its immune-supporting properties, notes Rodgers.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span>In fact, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/11515716\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">research<\/span><\/a> shows that taking cat\u2019s claw consistently (for two months) has notable benefits for immunity.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">While cat\u2019s claw is considered safe for most people, anyone pregnant or breastfeeding, as well as individuals with certain medical conditions such as bleeding disorders, should refrain from using it, according to Rodgers. \u201cIt may also interact with certain hormones, vaccines, and medications to suppress the immune system, so if you have an autoimmune disorder, check in with your doctor,\u201d she adds.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Cat&#8217;s claw is usually sold as an extract, powder, tea, or capsule supplement. Rodgers recommends drinking tea or mixing one teaspoon of powder with lemon water.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><b>Stinging nettles<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">There\u2019s a good reason why the name of this herb makes you want to say \u201couch.\u201d The leaves and stems of this plant (which is also known as <i>Urtica dioica<\/i>) have tiny hair-like projections that release an irritating chemical when touched, explains Toronto-based naturopathic doctor <a href=\"http:\/\/rosehealthclinic.com\/drrose\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">Olivia Rose<\/span><\/a><span class=\"s1\">, N.D. Not to worry<\/span>, though\u2014there\u2019s no stinging involved in taking an herbal preparation of it.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/p\/stinging-nettles-480-mg-300-capsules\/vs-1257\">Stinging nettles<\/a> are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4708629\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s3\">abundant in myriad nutrients<\/span><\/a>, including vitamins C, A, K, and several Bs, as well as the minerals magnesium, iron, calcium, and potassium. Long a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S2210803312000978\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s3\">staple in traditional medicine practices<\/span><\/a>, the herb has primarily been used to promote immune balance, <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/19140159\/\"><span class=\"s3\">offer seasonal support<\/span><\/a>, and support <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arthritis.org\/health-wellness\/treatment\/complementary-therapies\/supplements-and-vitamins\/supplement-and-herb-guide-for-arthritis-symptoms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">joint comfort<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Like many herbs, it\u2019s best not to take stinging nettles if you are pregnant or lactating, Rodgers says. Those on medications for high blood pressure, diabetes, as well as sedatives or lithium, should also avoid this herb, as they can all interact with it.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">You\u2019ll find stinging nettles in tea, capsule, tincture, or extract form\u2014and some health organizations recommend taking <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arthritis.org\/health-wellness\/treatment\/complementary-therapies\/supplements-and-vitamins\/supplement-and-herb-guide-for-arthritis-symptoms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">up to 1,300 milligrams per day<\/span><\/a>. When in doubt, though, talk to your provider about the right approach for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are seemingly endless herbs that populate the natural world, utilized by cultures and traditional medicine practices spanning thousands of years of history. 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