Red Clover

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Red clover is a plant that grows commonly in pastures and grassy meadows across the 
United States. It gets its name from the dark pink flower that grows in the center of its 
cluster of leaves that all have three sections. But it is actually more closely related to the 
legume family of plants. For many years, red clover was regarded as nothing more than 
cattle fodder, since cows and horses seem to enjoy grazing on it so much. Recent 
attention to its special compounds that aid in women's health issues has started to 
change this though. Just a few of the benefits that it has to offer include:

Menopause Relief

Red clover contains isoflavones that act in a similar way to estrogen. So it is can help 
women who are struggling with the uncomfortable symptoms from lower hormone levels 
due to aging, such as hot flashes and insomnia.

Fertility

Women who are not yet menopausal can take red clover when they are struggling to 
conceive a child. It seems to work by balancing hormone levels and improving blood 
circulation to the reproductive organs. Some women have said that it has even helped 
them get pregnant after a tubal ligation was done since it promotes the healing of old 
scar tissue. But doctors say that this shouldn't be attempted because it could lead to a 
dangerous ectopic pregnancy. 

Water Retention

When taken in the proper dose, this flower helps flush out waste and excess water that 
is causing uncomfortable bloating. So many herbalists recommend its use with other 
natural diuretics, such as dandelion leaves. Taking too much of it can lead to the 
opposite effect occurring though. 

Increased Bone Density

Women have a higher risk of developing osteoporosis as they age because they no 
longer produce enough estrogen to keep their bones strong. So when they take red 
clover, this may aid in less bone loss over time.

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