How does Chaste tree work?

Chaste tree also know as Vitex and Chaste berry affects the hypothalamic-pituitary axis (HPA axis). The HPA axis includes the interaction of different glands that help regulate various bodily functions through the release of hormones. These glands include the hypothalamus (located in the brain), pituitary gland (located at the base of the brain), and adrenal glands (located on top of the kidneys). (1)

Studies suggest that chaste tree increases the release of luteinizing hormone (LH) from the pituitary gland, increasing progesterone. LH helps regulate the function of the ovaries. Other studies suggest that chaste tree lowers prolactin levels, a hormone that also affects the menstrual cycle. Others studies suggest that chaste tree has an effect on certain neurotransmitters (brain chemicals) such as dopamine and endogenous opioids, affecting hormones such as progesterone. (2)

Low progesterone levels may be associated with PMS, irregular menstrual cycles, and fertility issues. Elevated prolactin levels may be associated with irregular menstrual cycles and fertility issues. (2)(3)(4)

Vitex agnus-castus has been used for thousands of years to address a variety of ailments related to women’s health. Today, researchers continue to study the validity and scientific evidence of these health claims. Research suggests that chaste berry tree may be beneficial for addressing symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), menopause, and infertility. (4)

Chaste tree benefits

Vitex agnus-castus has been used for thousands of years to address a variety of ailments related to women’s health. Today, researchers continue to study the validity and scientific evidence of these health claims. Research suggests that chaste berry tree may be beneficial for addressing symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), menopause, and infertility. (5)

Common names for chaste tree include:

• Chasteberry
• Chaste tree berry
• Monk’s pepper
• Vitex agnus-castus
• Vitex

Key Benefits

Mood enhancing – chaste tree berry is associated with relief from occasional anxiety and depressed mood.

Menstrual support – because chaste tree berry contains compounds that behave like estrogen, it can help regulate your period so it arrives on time. This, along with its ability to ease PMS-related breast pain, is a lifesaver because the only thing worse than sore period boobs is anxiously waiting around for your period to start, then getting the one-two punch of sore boobs.

Relieves night sweats and hot flashes – chaste tree berry has been clinically shown to decrease the severity of hot flashes and night sweats in perimenopausal and menopausal women.

Improved Sleep – there’s evidence that chaste tree berry can decrease insomnia and the sleepy sluggishness that follows the next day.

Soothes sore breasts – it is an effective aid in breast pain relief, especially during PMS, your period or perimenopausal weirdness.

Things to Know About Chaste Tree

Because chaste tree berry can have hormonal effects, it’s best to avoid taking products with chaste tree berry if you have a hormonally-sensitive condition or are taking hormonal birth control.

Chaste tree berry is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding people.

• Wide range support for female reproductive health*
• May help facilitate menstrual regularity*
• May promote positive mood during the menstrual cycle*
• Made with hypoallergenic, vegan ingredients

Chaste tree extract helps maintain healthy menstrual cycle duration and flow, as well as reproductive function and breast comfort.*