Horse Sorrel Root 50g – Horst

Horse Sorrel Root 50g, Horst

Description:

Horse sorrel root (Rumex confertus) has a long history of traditional use for a wide range of ailments. Its diverse properties make it a valuable remedy in folk medicine.

Internal Uses:

Horse sorrel root is traditionally used to address gastrointestinal issues such as diarrhea, intestinal infections (dysentery, cholera), colitis (including spastic colitis), enterocolitis, hemorrhagic colitis, intestinal atony, constipation (particularly senile constipation and constipation due to atony), hemorrhoids, anal fissures, bloody diarrhea, and pulmonary, uterine, and hemorrhoidal bleeding. It’s also been traditionally used to help manage painful menstruation, mild hypertension (stages I and II), atherosclerosis, liver and kidney diseases (cholecystitis, cholangitis, hepatitis, cystitis), bladder papillomatosis, skin itching, rashes, and diathesis. Additional traditional uses include treating anemia, hypovitaminosis, scurvy, pellagra, niacin deficiency, spring fatigue, and improving appetite. It’s also been traditionally employed for colds, acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI), pulmonary tuberculosis, upper respiratory tract catarrh, cough, runny nose, sinusitis, hoarseness, tonsillitis, irritation of the pharynx and larynx, ulcerative stomatitis, and gingivitis. Other traditional uses include relief from headaches, overexertion, rheumatism, psoriasis, syphilis, and neoplasms. Some traditional practitioners believe it inhibits tumor growth and enhances the effects of radiation therapy for sarcoma. It is believed to regulate gastrointestinal function, stimulate the muscles of the large intestine, and soften stool. It acts as an astringent (in small doses), laxative (in large doses), anti-inflammatory, bactericidal, diuretic, cholagogue, antiscorbutic, vitamin supplement, vasoconstrictor, sedative, hypotensive, anthelmintic, blood purifier, hemostatic, wound-healing, and tonic agent.

External Uses:

Traditionally, horse sorrel root is applied topically for burns, purulent wounds, boils, abscesses, ulcers, various skin diseases (rashes, acne, itching, diathesis, eczema, lichen, scabies, etc.), loose skin, and as a rinse or wash for tonsillitis, pharyngitis, sinusitis, stomatitis, and gingivitis.

Traditional Preparation and Usage:

• Infusion: 1/2 tablespoon (2.5g) of root in 1 cup (200ml) of boiling water. Steep for 15-20 minutes, strain. Consume 1/4 cup twice daily with meals.
• Decoction (Method 1): 1 tablespoon of crushed root simmered in 300ml of water for 15 minutes in a covered container. Steep for 4 hours, strain. Take 1 tablespoon 3-4 times daily (for constipation, hypertension, sedation, etc.). Can be used externally.
• Decoction (Method 2): 1 tablespoon of crushed root simmered in 200ml of water for 10-15 minutes over low heat in a covered container. Steep for 2 hours, strain. Take 1 tablespoon 3-4 times daily.
• Powder: Grind the dried root into a powder. Take 0.25g three times daily as an astringent, or 0.5g twice daily as a laxative.
• Tincture (Method 1): 50g of crushed root in 500ml of vodka. Steep in a dark place for 14 days. Strain and take 50-60 drops three times daily in 1/4 cup of water. Use for 2-3 weeks (for gastrointestinal disorders, chronic cough, hypertension, various bleeding, bloody diarrhea, etc.).
• Tincture (Method 2): 1 tablespoon of crushed root in 1.5 cups of vodka. Steep in a dark place for 10 days. Strain and take 20 drops before meals once daily (for rheumatism, hoarseness). Can be applied externally (rubs, compresses for arthritis, etc.).
• Ointment: Mix equal parts of unsalted rendered pork fat and root powder, heat thoroughly, and stir well. Apply to scabies and other skin conditions.

Shelf life:

24 months.

Disclaimer:

This product is not a medicine. Consult a healthcare professional before using this product, especially if you have pre-existing health conditions or are taking other medications.

Keywords:

Horse sorrel root, Rumex confertus, herbal remedy, folk medicine, gastrointestinal health, diarrhea, constipation, hypertension, inflammation, skin conditions, natural medicine, herbal supplement, traditional medicine, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, diuretic, laxative, astringent, tonic, blood purifier, wound healing, immune support.