Evidence and label comparisons · WSNC nutrition education
Chaste Tree Supplements: Vitex Fruit Extract and Women's Health Evidence
Chaste tree and chasteberry refer to Vitex agnus-castus. Compare the fruit extract in Chaste Tree rather than assuming every women's-health blend contains Vitex or that all hormone-related ingredients have the same purpose.
Compare the exact preparation and labeled serving
The manufacturer declares 83.3 mg of a 6:1 fruit extract from 500 mg fruit per tablet. The plant equivalent is not 500 mg extract. FemCo is not used as a match because its inspected ingredients are different herbs.
The amounts below reproduce the inspected manufacturer online panel. They describe labeled servings, not an individualized regimen. Confirm your selected package and review the full ingredient list and dietary attributes on the product page.
| Product | Declared serving facts | Important distinction |
|---|---|---|
| Chaste TreeView product → | Declared serving factsEach Serving Size (1 Tablet) contains: Calcium 87 mg, Chaste Tree fruit 6:1 extract 83.3 mg (from Vitex agnus-castus fruit 500 mg). | Important distinctionRead the complete Chaste Tree ingredient list and current package. The serving facts describe this formula; a shared ingredient does not make it equivalent to another product. |
References: WSNC Chaste Tree recorded label details ↗ · Chasteberry: Usefulness and Safety | NCCIH ↗
What the ingredient evidence can establish
Some research suggests possible relief of certain premenstrual symptoms, but higher-quality evidence is needed. Reliable evidence is insufficient for infertility or broad hormone-balancing claims.
A specific trial extract and population cannot establish effects for all Vitex products. Symptoms, pregnancy plans and the actual clinical question should guide the discussion rather than a generic hormone-support label.
References: Chasteberry: Usefulness and Safety | NCCIH ↗
Review suitability, medicines and the whole formula
Chasteberry may be unsuitable for hormone-sensitive conditions, pregnancy or breastfeeding. Review hormonal treatment, other medicines and reproductive plans with your clinician before use.
Identify the symptom and botanical preparation being discussed. A label comparison is not fertility treatment or permission to change hormone therapy.
References: WSNC Chaste Tree recorded label details ↗ · Chasteberry: Usefulness and Safety | NCCIH ↗
Prepare a focused practitioner conversation
Bring the selected label, your reason for considering chaste tree, and a list of medicines and other supplements. Compare the intended outcome with the specific preparation studied, and agree how suitability and any benefit will be assessed.
Manufacturer suggested-use text checked for these products: Chaste Tree: 1 tablet 1 – 4 tablets daily, or as directed.
These are separate product instructions, not one combined supplement schedule. Keep the current package directions with your practitioner plan; ingredient research does not override manufacturer labeling.
References: WSNC Chaste Tree recorded label details ↗ · Chasteberry: Usefulness and Safety | NCCIH ↗
Common questions
How should I compare chaste tree supplement labels?
The manufacturer declares 83.3 mg of a 6:1 fruit extract from 500 mg fruit per tablet. The plant equivalent is not 500 mg extract. FemCo is not used as a match because its inspected ingredients are different herbs.
Does ingredient research prove the complete formula works?
A specific trial extract and population cannot establish effects for all Vitex products. Symptoms, pregnancy plans and the actual clinical question should guide the discussion rather than a generic hormone-support label.
What should I discuss before considering chaste tree?
Chasteberry may be unsuitable for hormone-sensitive conditions, pregnancy or breastfeeding. Review hormonal treatment, other medicines and reproductive plans with your clinician before use.
Evidence and product label sources
WSNC label links below present recorded Standard Process product information on our site. Noncommercial references explain ingredients, evidence limits and safety; they do not verify every formula amount or establish a treatment outcome for a finished product or protocol. The referenced organizations do not endorse this store.
Manufacturer nutrition-panel amounts shown here were checked October 14, 2026. Confirm the current packaging, directions and dietary information before use. Your healthcare practitioner can help assess individual suitability.
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