{"product_id":"chaste-tree-berries-powder-organic","title":"Chaste Tree Berries Powder (Organic)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulk Herbs: Chaste Tree Berries\/Vitex (Organic) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eVitex agnus-castus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormat: Powder\u003cbr\u003eSize: 1 oz package\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Known as:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitex agnus-castus, Chaste Berry, Monk’s Berry, Vitex, Chastetree, Chinese Vitex, Gattilier, Hemp Tree, Monk’s Pepper, Vitex, Texas Lilac, Vitex rotundifolia, Vitex trifolia, Viticis Fructus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Type: \u003c\/strong\u003eOrganic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Turkey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chaste tree is a small shrub with lance-shaped leaves and purple flowers. It is native to the eastern Mediterranean and has since been cultivated in temperate climates around the world. Its peppery fruit has been used for over two thousand years; at least since the time of the Greek physician Dioscorides, who recommended it to help the wives of soldiers remain chaste while their husbands were in battle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vitex berry was used by both men and women in ancient Greece and Rome, and by monks during the Middle Ages, to suppress sexual desire. Pliny the Elder noted that Athenian maidens would put the leaves under their beds during the festival of Thesmophoria to help preserve their chastity. Usually used as a tincture; however, it may be cracked and sprinkled on food to produce a slight peppery taste, or used as a tea infusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe German Commission E has approved vitex berries to support a healthy, regular menstrual cycle. Studies have shown efficacy in reducing the unpleasant symptoms of the menstrual cycle. When combined with other herbal ingredients, vitex has been shown to support menopausal health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Men shouldn’t take chasteberry. Testicular atrophy could result after repeated use. Binging on sugar, alcohol, or marijuana will block the herb’s action on dopamine receptors in the brain and cancel out its effects. Not recommended while pregnant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Magick, the fruit was used by both men and women in ancient Greece and Rome, and by monks during the Middle Ages to suppress sexual desire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor educational purposes only. The Food and Drug Administration has not evaluated this information. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Raven Moon Emporium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50438175326494,"sku":"691959324660","price":4.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/7448\/8350\/files\/Vitex_POwder_OG.png?v=1779734216","url":"https:\/\/shop.ravenmoonemporium.com\/products\/chaste-tree-berries-powder-organic","provider":"Raven Moon Emporium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}