Chaste tree received its name from the ancient Greeks and Romans because they believed that it decreased the female libido, thus ensuring chastity. It has been eaten and worn by Monks to promote celibacy. Its modern medicinal uses are also related to sex hormones. The active ingredients of chaste tree have been noted to affect the pituitary gland. Chinese Chaste tree seeds/Tukhm-e-Sanbhalu (تخم سنبھالو) also known as Five-leaved chaste tree, Horseshoe Vitex and Vitex Negundo.

This gland is located in the brain and produces hormones that stimulate the production of sex hormones in other areas of the body. It also contains chemicals that have the ability to stimulate human progesterone receptors and favor the production of luteinizing hormone over follicle stimulating hormone. These hormones are used in the female body to support pregnancy and lactation, but their effects can also help other female complaints.

Health benefits includes

1. Acne
2. Menstrual cramps
3. Hot flashes
4. Vaginal dryness
5. Menopausal symptoms
6. Insufficient milk production
7. First trimester miscarriages
8. Increase the flow of urine
9. Help treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
10. Reducing sexual desire in men
11. Help with nervousness
12. Dementia
13. Joint conditions
14. Colds
15. Upset stomach
16. Spleen disorders
17. Headaches
18. Migraines
19. Eye pain
20. Body inflammation, and swelling.
21. It can be used topically to flush out parasites and prevent insect bites and stings.

Precautions

Do not give to children.