Description
Dried rhubarb root has traditionally been used as a mouthwash for mouth ulcers. It's also said to be helpful for hemorrhoids, constipation and diarrhea.
Sizes: 200g, 500g, 1kg.
USES & BENEFITS
Use for indigestion and diarrhea
Liver and gall bladder complaints
Purgative action during constipation( with fevers, ulcers, infections)
Jaundice
Hemorrhoids, constipation as well as diarrhea
It can be used as a mouthwash for mouth ulcers
HOW TO USE
Decoction: Take to 1 teaspoonful of herb with 1 cup of water. Bring to the boil and simmer gently for 10 min. Strain and drink in the morning and evening.
Tincture: Take 1-2 ml 3 times a day.
Use in very small doses for diarrhea and gastric upset and in larger doses for chronic constipation.
CONTAINS
Anthraquinones, tannins, bitter aromatic principle.
Also contains stilbene compounds, including rhaponticin.
PROPERTIES
Acts as a Bitter stomachic, mild purgative, astringent
WARNINGS
Can colour urine yellow or red
Not to be used by lactating mothers or pregnant woman
May cause stomach or intestinal pain
Not recommended for use in children
People suffering from kidney stones or kidney disease should not use rhubarb
May interact with the following medication: Corticosteroids, Warfarin, Water pills as well as Laxatives
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