Guest guest Posted May 14, 2007 Report Share Posted May 14, 2007 Yarrow Flowers Taken as a hot tea, Yarrow will naturally increase the bodies temperature, open skin pores, stimulate free perspiration, increase elimination, and equalize the circulation thus making it an important herb for colds and fevers. This herb is considered very effective where there are symptoms of fever and/or chills and constant nasal drip. Yarrow has a very healing effect on the mucus membranes. Yarrow is generally considered safe, non-toxic, and is commonly used for colds, flu's, and fevers.Yarrow purifies the blood of morbid waste material which must be eliminated in sickness. Its tonic action will assist the body in removing congestion and disease. This herb supports and regulates liver and pancreas function. Yarrow has the ability to stop bleeding relatively quickly which assists in the healing process. It can be used for nosebleeds. For centuries Yarrow has been used on wounds. It will shrink hemorrhoids and stops hemorrhages. For hemorrhoids inject 2 tbsp of warm tea several times a day and after each stool. It will even stop bleeding from the lungs. The flowers contain tannin or tannic acid, a powerful virus inhibitor. Yarrow also helps to control fungus. A salve made from yarrow is very good for old wounds and ulcers. It is good to douche with "Yarrow tea" for a vaginal discharge.This herb is also a good blood cleanser helping to rid the body of uric acid crystals (the cause of gout) and shrinking the inflamed tissue. Yarrow is a tonic for run-down conditions.It is used in skin and hair conditioner.Note: Yarrow is a strong astringent and a mild abortifacient so it should not be taken during at least the early stages of pregnancy. It is, however, combined with Shepard's Purse and used after childbirth as a tincture if there is a hemorrhage or excessive bleeding.Steep a heaping teaspoon in a cup of boiling water for 30 min. Drink 3-4 cups a day an hour before meals and before retiring. The tea must be hot to be effective. Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. health/ http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ http://360./suziesgoats Take the Internet to Go: Go puts the Internet in your pocket: mail, news, photos more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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