Meadow Clover
Trifolium pratense
Generally Safe
Consult Doctor
Also known as: Red Clover, Meadow Clover, Ливадна детелина
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Therapeutic Uses
Menopausal symptoms — hot flashes (strongest evidence of any botanical supplement), osteoporosis prevention, cardiovascular protection, breast health, chronic skin conditions (eczema, psoriasis). Red clover isoflavones are the most studied phytooestrogens.
Herbal Actions
Oestrogenic (phytooestrogenic), anti-inflammatory, expectorant, antispasmodic, antioxidant, lymphatic
Safety Information
Safety Rating
Generally Safe
Pregnancy
Consult Doctor
Drug Interactions
None known
Contraindications: Avoid in hormone-sensitive conditions (breast cancer, endometriosis, uterine fibroids). Avoid with anticoagulants (coumarin content). Avoid in pregnancy.
Side Effects: Rarely: headache, nausea. Long-term high-dose: theoretically may affect hormone-sensitive tissue.