red clover

about this herb

botanical name: trifolium pratense.

available in: dried blossoms and aerial parts.

common use: red clover has a long history in traditional herbal practice as a nutritive herb and women’s wellness botanical. naturally containing plant compounds called isoflavones, it is commonly incorporated into herbal preparations centered around perimenopause, menopause, and changing hormonal seasons.

flavor profile: mild, softly sweet, and slightly earthy with delicate grassy and floral notes.

how to prepare

brewing instructions: steep 1 to 2 teaspoons of dried red clover in 8 oz of hot water, covered, for 10 to 15 minutes. strain and enjoy warm or chilled.

longer infusion: red clover may also be prepared as a longer herbal infusion for a fuller, stronger cup.

good to know

red clover naturally contains isoflavones, a group of plant compounds classified as phytoestrogens because of their structural similarity to estrogen.

commonly incorporated into women’s herbal preparations during perimenopause and menopause as well as nutritive herbal infusions.

naturally caffeine free.

its mild flavor makes it easy to combine with nutritive herbs like nettle and oatstraw or floral and calming herbs like rose and lemon balm.

🟡 storage: medium pest risk. dried blossoms and leafy material can be vulnerable to pantry pests and moisture. store in an airtight container in a cool, dark, dry place and check periodically.

net wt.: 1 oz.

faq

what is red clover commonly used for?
red clover is traditionally used as a nutritive botanical and is commonly incorporated into women’s herbal preparations centered around perimenopause, menopause, and hormonal transitions.

what are the isoflavones in red clover?
red clover naturally contains isoflavones, plant compounds classified as phytoestrogens because their structure is similar to estrogen.

what does red clover taste like?
red clover has a mild, slightly sweet and earthy flavor with soft grassy and floral notes.

is red clover caffeine free?
yes. red clover is naturally caffeine free.

what herbs pair well with red clover?
red clover pairs well with raspberry leaf, nettle, oatstraw, lemon balm, rose, and other herbs commonly used in women’s wellness and nutritive blends.

who should check with a healthcare provider before using red clover?
because red clover contains naturally occurring phytoestrogens, consult a qualified healthcare provider before medicinal use if you are pregnant or nursing, have a hormone-sensitive condition, take hormone therapy, or use anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications.

warnings + disclaimer

warning: consult a qualified healthcare provider before medicinal use if pregnant or nursing, taking anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications, using hormone therapy, or managing a hormone-sensitive medical condition.

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