It is high in calcium and aids sleep at night especially if sleep is disturbed by hot flashes. Motherwort strengthens the heart, alleviates menstrual cramps, and restores thickness and elasticity to uterine walls. Chickweed is a mineral-rich herb. With each hot flash, women lose minerals which are vital stability. Chickweed helps stabilize the glandular temperature control system, prevents vaginal dryness, and is high in mucilage to lubricate joints.
Sage decreases the perspiration from hot flashes and eliminates night sweats.
Sage's estrogenic effects encourage hormonal balance and ease emotional mood swings. Its bitter properties strengthen the liver, aid digestion, ease gas, and reduce headaches. Its tannins reduce excessive uterine bleeding. Disinfective oils reduce bladder infections by decreasing bacterial growth. Oatstraw is an herb that when taken over a long period of time helps a person cope with stress.