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Red Clover Herb Profile

October 2, 2009 by Katie Wells
Red Clover Uses and Benefits
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  • Red Clover Uses
  • Traditional Usage of Red Clover
  • Important Cautions
  • Types of Red Clover Supplements

Red Clover herb is a simple to find herb with many uses. Here are a few of the most common uses.

Red Clover Uses

One: The isoflavones that are contained in the herb may help raise HDL cholesterol (the good kind).

Two: This is often used for children that have a persistent, bad cough.

Three: Blood flow seems to be enhanced by this herb since it can help prevent blood clots and thins the blood.

Four: Studies found that when the herb is taken by menopausal women that it is found to benefit the body’s arterial strength and flexibility.

Five: Its usage to help to slow cancer has a lengthy history, and studies show encouraging evidence of the herb’s effectiveness as a supplemental cancer treatment. Although, due to its estrogen-like qualities, red clover shouldn’t be utilized against breast cancer.

Six: Ointments that are made from the herb can be rubbed into your skin to alleviate inflammation, skin rashes and irritations.

Red Clover is considered a good source of many nutrients:

…A source of many valuable nutrients including calcium, chromium, magnesium, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, thiamine, and vitamin C. It is also considered to be one of the richest sources of isoflavones (water-soluble chemicals that act like estrogens and are found in many plants).

Several studies of a proprietary extract the isoflavones suggest that it may significantly reduce hot flashes in menopausal women. Also, menopause increases a woman’s risk for developing osteoporosis (significant bone loss) and some studies suggest that a proprietary extract of red clover isoflavones may slow bone loss and even boost bone mineral density in pre and peri-menopausal women. The estrogen-like effect of these isoflavones may be involved, and red clover also may have a direct effect by preventing the breakdown of existing bone.

Traditional Usage of Red Clover

In natural/herbal medicine, there is a history of using red clover with the following conditions:

  • Acne
  • Allergies
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Bone and Joint Health
  • Canker Sores
  • Cleansing
  • Detoxifying
  • Digestive Disorders
  • Eczema
  • Endometriosis
  • Fibroids
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Gastrointestinal Disorders
  • Headaches
  • Hormone Imbalances
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Joint Pain
  • Menopausal Problems
  • Migraines
  • Osteoporosis
  • Poultice
  • PMS
  • Psoriasis
  • Senility/Aging Conditions
  • Skin Disorders
  • Vascular Disorders

Important Cautions

Always ask a doctor before using this or any herb.

Not recommended for use by pregnant women, or those struggling with estrogen dominance conditions.

Not recommended for use in those with breast or ovarian cancer.

Not for use in those with liver problems.

Not for use with contraceptive pills.

Not for use in those on blood thinners.

Types of Red Clover Supplements

The easiest way to consume Red Clover is in capsule form, though tea bags and bulk red clover flowers are also available.

Have you ever used Red Clover? What did you use it for?

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About Katie Wells

Katie Wells, CTNC, MCHC, Founder and CEO of Wellness Mama and Co-Founder of Wellnesse, has a background in research, journalism, and nutrition. As a wife and mom of six, she turned to research and took health into her own hands to find answers to her health problems. WellnessMama.com is the culmination of her thousands of hours of research and all posts are medically reviewed and verified by the Wellness Mama research team. Katie is also the author of the bestselling books The Wellness Mama Cookbook and The Wellness Mama 5-Step Lifestyle Detox.

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Reader Interactions

Discussion (41 Comments)

  1. Ken

    April 14, 2016 at 4:45 PM

    My wife uses it as a hormonal supplement. And I can tell when she’s not been taking it. Pill or tea form work equally well. It works wonders for menopausal symptoms.

    Reply
  2. Dan

    March 21, 2016 at 7:26 AM

    Is it safe to use this herb as a man? I am eager to try as the book Candida Cure raved about its benefits but I am unsure about the impact of the estrogen.

    Also thanks for writing a great blog. I changed almost my entire hygien setup now following your advice. To me ts staggering it can be so simple and inexpensive to do this changes.

    Reply
    • Wellness Mama

      March 25, 2016 at 6:52 PM

      Thanks so much for reading Dan. I’ve seen mixed information on Red Clover for men, but some studies seem to show a positive effect on liver and prostate. My husband doesn’t take red clover, and he sticks to Maca and other herbs instead. 🙂

      Reply
  3. Shaniece

    February 19, 2016 at 6:46 AM

    From personal experience I started taking this because my period was a little off it was regular but it was as not like it was before I had my son, someone introduced me to this and I got pregnant the month after I stopped taking it. Fyi it broke my face out so bad and that’s the only reason why I stopped taking it.

    Reply
    • Sylvie

      March 16, 2016 at 8:52 AM

      Shaniece, the red clover detoxify the blood, the liver and the lymphatic system, a possible reason why your face broke out like that. The body was getting read of toxins. I know, nobody want that. I would do some research and go to the wellness store and ask what to do. Mine is very knowledgeable and always recommend the best herbs for me. In any case, a visit to an homeopathic practitioner never hurt.

      Reply
  4. Tandra james

    January 22, 2016 at 3:13 PM

    hi am polycystic and want to be pregnant , I do not normaly get a period on my own, I have took clomid and it have me bleeding for four months now, can I take red clover, with vitex to help this problem

    Reply
  5. Lisa Burns

    November 27, 2015 at 7:05 PM

    Red Clover and many others, are so much better as a sprout. Sprouting is easy and you always Ave fresh vegetables and herbs.

    Reply
    • Wellness Mama

      November 27, 2015 at 7:18 PM

      I wrote about sprouting here: https://wellnessmama.com/36686/grow-sprouts/

      Reply
  6. Lerato

    July 19, 2015 at 12:07 PM

    Hi.
    I have sterilised(tubes tied and cut)can I use red clover i wanna get pregnant without going for reversal

    Reply
    • tricia

      January 20, 2016 at 7:46 AM

      It wont work if youve had your tubes tied,you will need to go have a reversal

      Reply
      • Kellie

        January 30, 2016 at 9:22 PM

        How u know u can get pregnant with tubes tied some say they have while taking this

        Reply
        • Sylvie

          March 16, 2016 at 8:40 AM

          If the Fallopian tube is cut, the “egg” wont get to the uterine or towards the uterine, therefore the sperm can’t fertilize the egg and get pregnant. To enable the egg to be fertilized by the sperm, them must get together. In your case, the only solution is to have surgery to reverse it, in other words, the surgeon needs to re attach the tubes so the egg can go down the fallopian tube. Good luck in your future pregnacy.

          Reply
    • Keisha

      April 15, 2016 at 5:44 PM

      Yes it will just try mines are tied with tubal rings and it’s been five years and I was told by a friend red clover will work so try it I never know until you try

      Reply
  7. Sheryl Armacost

    April 30, 2015 at 6:27 PM

    How do i get ahold of RED CLOVER HER to end these hot flashes

    Reply
  8. Chanice

    November 28, 2014 at 4:31 AM

    Hi Wellness Mama,

    Can I buy Red clover in its naturally state the flower and grind it up in a grinder to make my own supplements?

    Can I also do this with Saw Palmetto and Fenugreek?

    Reply
  9. Erin

    November 11, 2014 at 10:33 PM

    I was searching your website for articles on endometriosis and found this. I have endo and a large fibroid. I don’t know a lot about endo or fibroids but I thought it is in part caused by estrogen dominance so if red clover is estrogen like, I wonder how exactly it helps with endo/fibroids?

    Reply
  10. Danielle

    October 1, 2012 at 7:43 AM

    I would like to try this to boost fertility, but I have seasonal allergies. Would this mean I could be allergic to red clover as well?

    Reply
    • Wellness Mama

      October 1, 2012 at 9:13 AM

      Potentially, though not likely. You might try Maca instead…

      Reply
    • bernice

      November 15, 2014 at 10:42 PM

      To be fertile detox your body with standard process. I did it twice. One after another and i got pregnant. Red rasberry tea aso boost fertility

      Reply
      • Lyndsay Withey

        November 21, 2014 at 11:09 AM

        What do you mean detox your body with standard process?

        Reply
    • Marjanine Lodrick

      March 14, 2016 at 11:43 AM

      I am 48 and am trying to get pregnant for over a year now. Am still having regular periods. Rill the red clover help me. My friend told me it will help but am not sure if it’s true

      Reply
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