Uses: May Improve Mood and Reduce Symptoms of Depression-Promote Brain Health and Reduce Alzheimer's Risk-May Be Useful in Treating Symptoms of PMS-increases attention, motivation and concentration, and improves memory and learning.supports adrenal gland function, the gland that is responsible for cortisol and other stress hormones-have estrogen-like activities, which may help women who have low estrogen levels, such as in the case of menopause.