Black Cohosh has been shown to help to relieve symptoms associated with menopause
Black cohosh has been cited as the most researched herb therapy for treating menopausal symptoms and as a natural alternative to hormone replacement therapy. The NPHD has issued a monograph for black cohosh which indicates that this herb has been clinically shown to help relieve symptoms associated with menopause. (Bordeleau et al., 2007; NIH, 2005).
The NHPD-issued monograph for black cohosh indicates oral consumption of as little as 40 mg/day dried root or rhizome can help to relieve symptoms associated with menopause (NHPD, 2007).

Dong Quai has been shown to help to relieve symptoms associated with menopause and regulate the menstrual cycle
Dong quai is one of the most commonly prescribed Chinese herbs for problems unique to women and has been traditionally known as a female tonic. Specifically, dong quai is an effective treatment for painful menstruation, lack of menstruation [spotting but no full blood flow], frequent menstruation [more than once per month] and hot flashes. (Geller and Studee, 2005; Geller and Studee, 2006; Haimov-Kochman and Hochner-Celnikier, 2005; Low Dog, 2005; NIH, 2005).

Estrogen, either by itself or with progestins, is the most consistently effective therapy for these menopause symptoms. Phytoestrogens, which are found in dong quai, are plant-derived chemicals that can have similar effects to estrogens, and can be used as a natural alternative to hormone replacement therapy to reduce menopausal symptoms. (Carroll, 2006; eMedicineHealth, 2005; Geller et al., 2005; Kuiper et al., 1998; Lau et al., 2005; Liu et al., 2001; Murkies et al., 1998; NIH, 2005; Stark and Madar,
2002; Tham et al., 1998).

Pomegranate has been shown to alleviate menopause symptoms
The seeds of the pomegranate fruit are a rich plant source of estrogens. Pomegranate seeds are known to contain the estrogenic compounds, estrone and estradiol, which are chemically identical to those biosynthesized in human body. Pomegranate seeds also contain the phytoestrogen, coumesterol. Since estrogen, as part of hormone replacement therapy, is the most consistently effective therapy for alleviating menopause symptoms, it has been hypothesized that pomegranate could also exhibit similar effects. (Bordeleau et al., 2007; Moneam et al., 1988; NIH, 2005).

Damiana has been shown to increase sexual desire
Damiana has qualities that help reduce some of these symptoms that are often found during the menopausal transition. For instance, this herb has been used as an aphrodisiac agent which may increase the loss of sexual desire that some women experience as a menopause symptom. (Arletti et al., 1999; Godoi et al., 2004; Rowland and Tai, 2003).

Partridge Berry has been shown to help to ease menstrual cramps
Mitchella repens [Partridge Berry or Squawvine] is an evergreen herb belonging to the Rubiaceae family. Mitchella repens is also known as squaw vine, squaw berry, checkerberry, deerberry, winter clover, twinberry, and hive vine. Traditionally Mitchella repens was used to ease menstrual cramps and strengthen the uterus. (Duke, 1997; Gabay, 2002; Skidmore-Roth, 2004; Swain, 2001).

Motherwort has been shown to help to calm the nervous system
As a nervine, motherwort is particularly effective in treating menstrual and uterine conditions, especially those influenced by anxiety, irritability or frustration related to menopausal changes. Thus, motherwort can calm the entire nervous system, making it useful for relieving both the physical and emotional symptoms of menopause (Blumenthal, 2003; Bordeleau et al., 2007; DrugDigest, 2007; Geller and Studee, 2005; NIH, 2005).
Motherwort has been shown to relieve hot flashes and night sweats by lessening the severity, duration and frequency. Robert Rogers, Sundew Moonwort, Medicinal Plants of the Prairies, Prairie Deva Press, Edmonton Alberta 2005. Peter Holmes, The Energetics of Western Herbs, 3rd ed Snow Lotus Press, Boulder 1998.

Schizandra has been shown to relieve symptoms associated with menopause
Phytoestrogens from plants such as Schisandra chinensis can have effects similar to estrogen therapy and can be used as a natural alternative to hormone replacement therapy. These plant-derived chemicals can have similar effects to estrogens since they share many of the same properties of endogenous estrogen. Phytoestrogens are considered selective estrogen-receptor modulators and compete with estrogen for the same receptors, mimicing estrogen messages to the cells. Thus, phytoestrogens can exert estrogenic and antiestrogenic effects. The agonist/antagonist effects are determined largely by concentrations of phytoestrogens and endogenous estrogen, as well as menopausal status (Carroll, 2006; eMedicineHealth, 2005; Fugate and Church, 2004; Geller et al., 2005; Kuiper et al., 1998; Lee et al., 2004; Murkies et al., 1998; NIH, 2005; Stark and Madar, 2002; Tham et al., 1998).

Wild Green Oat has been shown to improve mood
Wild oat is recognized as a natural anti-depressant and a mild sedative. Wild Green Oats improve the bioavailability of testosterone associated with increased sex drive. It is used for depression, menopausal neurasthenia and general debility according to the British Herbal Pharmacopoeia 1983. Juzwiak et al, Herba Polonica 1994 40:1-2.