Red Root Phytobalm (Forgotten Pennyroyal Root) 350 ml, Melmur

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For centuries, Pennyroyal, also known as Red Root, has been a favored remedy among Russian healers. Their experience, combined with modern biological and medical research, suggests that Red Root offers a wide range of potential benefits:

• Supports Reproductive Health: May help restore sexual function in both men and women.
• Urogenital Health: Exhibits anti-inflammatory properties for conditions affecting the urogenital system.
• Cancer Prevention: May contribute to the prevention of malignant neoplasms.
• Digestive Health: Helps normalize gastrointestinal function.
• Cardiovascular Support: Stimulates and strengthens cardiovascular activity.
• Respiratory Health: Activates respiratory function.
• Blood Purification: Improves blood quality and circulation.
• Fluid Balance: Normalizes water and electrolyte balance.
• Immune System Support: Boosts immunity in adults and children.

Red Root (Forgotten Pennyroyal, South Siberian Pennyroyal, Bear Root, Dark Pennyroyal) belongs to the legume family. This perennial herbaceous plant has a woody root system that extends deep into the soil. Today, Red Root (Tea Pennyroyal) is a popular medicinal herb, primarily found in mountainous regions and the Altai Mountains. Siberian healers use it to treat urogenital diseases, oncology, anemia, and as a general tonic and stimulant.

Legend surrounds Red Root. It’s said that bears dig up and consume the roots in spring or during illness, hence the name “Bear Root.” Stories tell of Old Believers seeking Belovodye – a paradise on Earth – who were afflicted by plague. A large brown bear, the Master of the Mountains, presented them with a plant possessing a red root, saving them from illness. Descendants of those who reached Belovodye are said to still reside in Altai regions like Korgon, Katanda, Karagay, Lenningorsk, and Zyryanovsk. Red Root is cherished for its ability to alleviate fevers, diarrhea, scrofula, and negative thoughts.

Red Root possesses anti-inflammatory, expectorant, diuretic, analgesic, hematopoietic, and hemostatic properties. It also stimulates the central nervous system and boosts immunity. Traditional uses include:

• Prostate disorders (prostatitis, benign prostatic hyperplasia)
• Lung diseases (tuberculosis, bronchitis, asthma, pleurisy, pneumonia)
• Impotence
• Breast diseases
• Bladder disorders (cystitis, urinary retention)
• Kidney diseases (pyelonephritis, nephritis)
• Blood disorders (anemia)
• Central nervous system disorders
• Immune system disorders (herpes, lymphadenopathy, splenomegaly)
• Liver diseases
• Dropsy
• Uterine prolapse, rectal prolapse
• Uterine bleeding

The roots contain a high concentration of tannins. In folk medicine, Red Root decoctions are used for gastrointestinal disorders, diarrhea, headaches, anemia, nervous disorders, women’s health issues, and as a diuretic and general tonic.

For chronic prostatitis, decoctions and teas are effective. For example, the “Bear’s Gift” decoction: Combine a handful (approx. 25g) of Red Root, rinse, and steep in 1 liter of boiling water for 1 hour in a thermos. Drink like tea, adding honey and milk as desired.

Alternatively, steep 1 teaspoon of crushed Red Root in 1 cup of boiling water. Drink ¼ cup four times a day. This is beneficial for influenza, acute respiratory viral infections, and uterine bleeding. Men may find it helpful for preventing impotence, prostatitis, and bladder and kidney diseases.

For acute prostatitis, a Red Root-based balm, such as “Red Root” balm, offers a more potent solution, providing analgesic, anti-inflammatory, restorative, and hemostatic effects.