THE 126 MOST IMPORTANT HERBS # 1 : AGRIMONY ( Agrimonia Eupatoria ) GOOD FOR LIVER PROBLEMS

In this article you will find basic information you need to know about the most medicinal herbs. Which herbs are the most valuable. The common name of each plant. Its scientific name, The portions of the herb which are used for therapeutic purposes. The special properties of each herb. The parts of the body which are affected by the herb. The several ways to prepare the herb for use. The amount to take and frequency. The purposes for which the herb is primarily used. Additional information about the herb. Warnings and cautions about the use of the herb.

I am going to share you the 126 most important herbs, but I;m only going to share about our first herbs for today and its... AGRIMONY or Agrimonia eupatoria.

Part used: Herb.
Properties: Hepatic, stomachic, astringent, diuretic, tonic.
What it affects: stomach, liver and intestines

Preparation and amount :

Decoction: 1 oz. to 1 1/4 pints of water. Simmer down to 1 pint. Take 3-5 Tbsp. 3-4 times daily.
Tincture: Take 30-60 drops 3-4 times daily.
Fluid extract: Take 1/4 - 1 tsp. 3-4 times daily.
Powder: Take 5-10 #0 capsules (30-60 grains) 3 times daily.

Purposes:

Internally, American Indians used agrimony as a tonic to strengthen the whole system. It is specifically used for all digestive disorders and for strengthening the stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, and kidneys. A strong decoction of root and leaves is used to treat pimples, skin blotches and ulcers. An infusion of the leaves can treat jaundice and other liver problems. It is used for inflammatory diseases. When combined with a demulcent ( mullein or slippery elm ), a douche made from the leaves can be effectively used for excess vaginal secretions.

Externally, a fomentation containing agrimony is applied to athletes foot, sores wounds, insect bites and skin eruptions. It can also be taken internally for bites and stings. A tincture applied to the skin will draw out thorns and splinters.

Note: Gentian root ( Gentiana ) works like agrimony as a bitter tonic, to stimulate the digestive organs. For this purpose, both herbs are prepared as a tea, using one ounce to a pint of water. Agrimony is quite bitter and contains about 5% tannins, which adds to its astrigency.

WARNING: It should not be used when there is a dryness of the body secretions.

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SOURCE/REFERENCE: NATURAL REMEDIES ENCYCLOPEDIA HERITAGE EDITION

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