Black Cohosh Doesn’t Improve Menopausal Vasomotor Symptoms

Although women’s use of herbal and botanical treatments for menopausal symptoms is well documented, the efficacy and safety of these products are unproven. In a 1-year, randomized, double-blind trial, investigators compared three herbal regimens, hormone therapy, and placebo in 351 women (age range, 45–55; 93% white). Eligible participants were in menopause transition or were postmenopausal and had experienced at least two vasomotor symptoms daily as …