Description
Dried yarrow is a herb that is used to lower fevers, induce sweating, relieve cramps, encourage menstruation, relieve inflammation, and stimulate the release of stomach acid to digest proteins and fats. It is also used topically to help with skin itching, rash, or other issues, and as a tea. When used as a tincture or poultice, it can help with haemorrhoids, rashes, and broken skin. As a tea, it can be added to footbaths for chilblains, sitz baths for cystitis, vaginal infections, and haemorrhoids. It can also be used as a wash for grazes or rashes.
According to the British Herbal Compendium, Dried Yarrow lowers fevers, induces sweating, relieves cramps, encourages menstruation, relieves inflammation, and stimulates the release of stomach acid to digest proteins and fats.
Size: 100g.
USES & BENEFITS
Helps lower fevers, induce sweating and fight colds and flu
Said to relieve cramps associated with hormones or illness
Applied topically, it is helpful with skin itching, rash or other issues
Can be used in skin treatment of slow-healing wounds - finely powdered dried yarrow can be sprinkled on minor wounds
When used as a tincture or poultice it can help with haemorrhoids, rashes and broken skin
AS A TEA
To use as a tea, pour 1 cup boiling water over 1 tsp. of dried yarrow, cover and steep 3-5 minutes
Best taken hot for colds and flus
Said to help digestion
Can be added to footbaths for chilblains
The tea can be added to sitz baths for cystitis, vaginal infections, haemorrhoids, etc.
Can be used as a wash for grazes or rashes
INGREDIENTS
100% Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) flowers, leaves, stems (not root).
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Yarrow should be avoided during pregnancy
It is best to consult with a qualified qualified herbal practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications