meadowsweet – Earth to Kathy

April 4, 2018

Astringent

Contracts tissue; mainly the skin, and may also reduce the discharge of blood or mucous. Astringent herbs help with tissue toning and tightening. Witch hazel and meadowsweet are examples. Astringent Recipes Blog Articles RESEARCH The listings of research below represents a compilation of scientific articles found on the […]

April 7, 2018

Digestive Aid / Nausea / Constipation

Digestive aids can be gastro-protective, anti-inflammatory, and/or improve elimination. Key herbs include peppermint, ginger, and fennel, slippery elm, aloe, and licorice. For indigestion, sniff peppermint oil, chew fennel seeds, or drink ginger tea. For constipation, eat more fiber, stay hydrated, and exercise. For diarrhea, keep hydrated and try probiotics. For […]

April 9, 2018

Skin and Wound Health

Many herbs can help with various skin ailments from dry skin, itchy areas, burns, wrinkles, growths, and cuts. Skin conditions can include eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, and more. For acute situations, consult a Doctor. Wounds When a cut occurs, apply firm pressure with a clean cloth for 15 minutes and elevate […]

May 30, 2018

Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria) Research

Latin Name: Filipendula ulmaria Family: Rosaceae RESEARCH The listings of research below represents a compilation of scientific articles found on the species, with a very brief overview description of each article/study. Research found is catalogued by therapeutic action. This categorized compilation of research articles does not necessarily imply that there […]

October 16, 2018