Description
Sheep Sorrel has a long history of traditional use as an astringent, diuretic and mild laxative. Also used to treat and assist with poor digestion and the removal of bile from the system.
Sizes: 200g, 500g, or 1kg.
USES & BENEFITS
INTERNAL
Used to treat excessive menstruation.
Also for mouth ulcers, sore throats, fever and inflammation.
Can be used as a blood purifier.
Used to treat and assist with poor digestion and the removal of bile from the system.
Used for liver detoxification and cleansing.
May help relieve constipation.
May be of assistance in the treatment of worm infestations within the body.
EXTERNAL
Use as a wash to treat skin diseases, boils abscesses and sores.
OTHER
Can be used to prevent scurvy.
AS A TEA
Infusion: 1-2 teaspoons of herb in 1 cup of boiling water. Infuse for 10-15 minutes. Strain. Drink 2-3 times per day.Can also be drunk cold to assist with lowering fevers.
CONTAINS
Citric, malic and oxalic acids, tannin, vitamin C and iron.
PROPERTIES
Antiscorbutic, astringent, diuretic, laxative, febrifuge, vermifuge.
WARNINGS
May cause poisoning in large doses.
Do not use it when pregnant or whilst breastfeeding.
Not recommended for use by people with liver or kidney disease.
May cause vomiting.