Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Chaste tree (Vitex agnus-castus), also known as chasteberry, has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly within European and Mediterranean cultures. Historically, it has been used to influence hormonal balance, especially concerning female reproductive health. One of its traditional uses is to help reduce or "dry up" breast milk production (lactation suppression) once breastfeeding is no longer desired or after weaning. This use is thought to be due to the plant’s dopaminergic compounds, which may inhibit prolactin, the hormone responsible for stimulating milk production. However, scientific evidence supporting this traditional use is limited. Most available studies on chaste tree focus on its benefits for premenstrual syndrome, menstrual irregularities, and other gynecological conditions, rather than lactation suppression specifically. Some small studies and anecdotal reports suggest that Vitex can lower prolactin levels and thereby potentially reduce milk supply, but clinical trials specifically evaluating its efficacy and safety for lactation suppression are lacking. Therefore, while the traditional use is well-documented, robust scientific validation is minimal, and the evidence is rated as 2 out of 5.

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