Red Clover

https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/red-clover?nav=govd Background Like peas and beans, red clover belongs to the family of plants called legumes. Red clover contains substances called isoflavones that are structurally similar to the female hormone estrogen. Dietary supplements containing red clover extracts are promoted for menopause symptoms and osteoporosis. What Have We Learned? Red clover has been studied in people, but the research hasn’t shown clear benefits for any health condition. Studies of the effects of red clover on menopause symptoms such as hot flashes have had inconsistent results. Only a small amount of research has been done on the effects of red clover on bone density, and the results have been inconsistent. What Do We Know About Safety? Red clover extracts have been used in clinical studies for as long as 3 years with apparent safety. Red clover should not be used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.