Title: Cleavers Herb (Galium aparine) – 100g Bulk
English Description:
Cleavers (Galium aparine), also known as clivers or goosegrass, is a versatile herb with a rich history in traditional medicine. This 100g bulk supply allows you to prepare infusions, tinctures, and poultices for a variety of uses. Cleavers is traditionally used to support:
- Nervous System Health: May help alleviate symptoms associated with nervous system disorders, including epilepsy, hysteria, and convulsions.
- Wound Healing and Skin Conditions: Possesses powerful cleansing and healing properties, making it beneficial for burns, boils, abscesses, furuncles, skin lesions, and rashes.
- Immune System Support: Cleavers is believed to help strengthen the immune system and promote overall well-being.
- Respiratory Health: Traditionally used to support respiratory health and alleviate symptoms associated with respiratory infections, such as influenza (flu) and bronchitis.
- Urinary and Digestive System Support: May aid in the healthy function of the kidneys, liver, gallbladder, and bladder, and may help to eliminate kidney and gallstones.
- Joint Health: Traditionally used to support joint health and to alleviate the discomfort associated with arthritis, arthrosis, and rheumatism.
Active Constituents & Benefits: The beneficial properties of Cleavers are attributed to its rich concentration of bioactive compounds, including flavonoids, vitamins, saponins, iridoids, organic acids, tannins, and coumarins. These components contribute to its diverse actions, including analgesic, diuretic, blood-purifying, anti-inflammatory, and anti-tumor effects. Furthermore, Cleavers is believed to detoxify the body, restore beneficial gut flora, and boost energy levels.
Traditional Uses & Preparations: Cleavers herb (the aerial parts of the plant) is traditionally used to make various medicinal preparations, including:
- Infusion (Tea): Used as an antipyretic (fever-reducing), diuretic, and hemostatic (blood-clotting) agent. Hot infusions are traditionally recommended for breast cancer, malignant tumors, kidney stones, and epilepsy.
- Poultices & Compresses: Excellent for treating skin conditions such as rashes, ringworm, boils, and ulcers. Also useful for soothing inflamed areas and promoting healing.
- Gargles & Mouthwashes: Helpful for soothing sore throats and oral inflammation.
- Tincture: A potent preparation often used topically for arthritis pain relief.
- Powder: Can be applied directly to wounds, boils, and abscesses to promote healing.
- Recommended Dosage & Preparations: Detailed instructions for preparing infusions and tinctures are provided below (see section “Dosage & Preparation”).
Dosage & Preparation:
- Infusion (General Use): 2 teaspoons of dried herb steeped in 250ml of boiling water for 4 hours. Strain and drink throughout the day.
- Infusion (Stronger, for specific conditions like epilepsy, hemorrhoids, malignant tumors, kidney stones): 4 teaspoons of dried herb steeped in 500ml of boiling water for 3 hours. Strain and drink 125ml four times daily in small sips. (3-week course)
- Infusion (Breast Cancer): 4 teaspoons of dried herb steeped in 250ml of boiling water for 3 hours. Strain and drink 60ml three times daily in small sips.
- Powder: 1 teaspoon three times daily, taken with water. Apply directly to wounds and sores.
- Tincture (for Arthritis – External Use): Fill 1/5 of a glass bottle with dried cleavers herb, fill to the top with vodka, and steep for 3 weeks in a dark place, shaking occasionally. Strain and apply to affected joints 2-3 times daily. Combine with internal use of infusion or tincture.
Contraindications: Individual intolerance. Consult with your healthcare professional before using Cleavers, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have underlying health conditions.
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