Can I use Angus cactus when breast-feeding?
Agnus castus can be used as milk booster: “Chasteberry (Vitex agnus-castus). Talented fourth-generation California herbalist Christopher Hobbs, a botanist whom I respect, suggests using Vitex shortly after delivery to promote milk flow. This recommendation goes a bit beyond the usual uses of chasteberry for breast tenderness, PMS and menstrual complaints, but I have no problem suggesting this revered women’s herb to enhance lactation. It’s probably worth a try. (And it’s a handsome ornamental flowering tree, as lovely as lilac.) ” http://www.mothernature.com/library/book… “Agnus castus is often used as milk booster and is generally safe for your baby” http://www.babycentre.co.uk/baby/breastf… But there is a warning too: “Chaste tree is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before
