Chickweed Dried Stems & Leaves

Description

Latin Name : Stellaria Media

Origin Country: Hungary

Chickweed (Stellaria media) is an annual plant native to Europe that has become naturalized in North America, where it is mostly considered a weed. However, to herbalists and practitioners of alternative medicine, chickweed is a potent and long-standing folk remedy believed to offer significant health benefits.

• Kidney and liver tonic: Common chickweed has long been used in folkloric medicine as tonic to cleanse the kidney and liver. Chickweed can be eaten raw mixed with salad or prepared and taken as tea.

• Treatment of skin problems: Among the many claimed health benefits from chickweed is its ability to heal skin wounds. It is used as a poultice to treat boils, cuts, burns, abscesses and ulcers. Chickweed is also used to treat itchiness associated with eczema and psoriasis.

• Anti-Inflammatory and pain reliever: Another health benefit from Chickweed is it ability to act against inflammation and pain. It is used to treat rheumatism, arthritis and menstrual pain.

• Health benefit for stomach problems: Chickweed is also used to treat constipation, upset stomach and to promote digestion.

• Chickweed for lung problems: Chickweed is also used to treat asthma and other respiratory problems such as couch and colds. It is believed that the vitamin C in Chickweed can help boost body resistance and can even be used to treat scurvy.

 

To make an infusion, place one tablespoon of dried herbs into a ceramic teapot, mug or mason jar for each cup of tea you intend to brew. Cover with boiling water. Place on the lid (or cover your cup with a saucer) and let steep for 10-15 minutes or overnight.

Chickweed is considered safe if it is properly administered in optimum therapeutic dosages. In any case you should consult with your health doctor before using this herb especcially if you are taking any medications or having health problems.

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