Let's Talk about Yarrow

Yarrow is an herb that is easily obtainable from fields or grown in herb gardens. With all the benefits it provides Yarrow is one herb that we need to take notice of and have on hand.

Yarrow has been used to induce sweating and to stop wound bleeding. It also has been reported to reduce heavy menstrual bleeding and pain. It has been used to relieve GI ailments, for cerebral and coronary thromboses, to lower high blood pressure, to improve circulation, and to tone varicose veins.


Yarrow can be used as a tea, leaves can be eaten in salad, or taken in pill or capsule form. The suggested does is 4.5 mg a day. 

Chewing the young leaves has been said to bring relief from a toothache. 

Yarrow should not be used in pregnancy due to its abortive properties.
 



















References:

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