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Red Clover

Trifolium pratense
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Red clover is a nitrogen-fixing legume with pink-purple flowerheads traditionally valued in Western herbalism for supporting hormonal balance and bone health, particularly during menopause. Its high phytoestrogen content and mineral density make it distinctive among flowering herbs used for constitutional support.

Parts Used

flower, leaf

Preparations

tea, tincture, capsule, powder

Typical Dosage

40–160mg isoflavone extract daily; 1–3g dried flower as tea 2–3x daily

Safety & Considerations

May increase bleeding with blood thinners. Not for hormonal cancers.

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