Black Cohosh and possible liver toxicity, by John Redden

    On August 18, 2006 Health Canada joined many government agencies around the world by posting an advisory on the use of pre-made Black Cohosh products. Actaea racemosa synonym for Cimicifuga racemosa has come under scrutiny after three reports of liver toxicity following the use of products using Actaea racemosa as a main ingredient.

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