Common Names (AKA): Motherwort, Lion’s Tail, Lion’s Ear
Main Health Benefits:
Menstrual Health: Supports a healthy menstrual cycle and relieves menstrual cramps.
Calming: Promotes relaxation and helps with anxiety.
Cardiovascular Health: Supports heart health and helps regulate heart rhythms.
Energetics:
Taste: Bitter, slightly astringent
Temperature: Neutral to cooling
Effect on the Body: Calming, menstrual-supportive
Blends Well With:
Herbs: Lemon balm, valerian root, passion flower, and chamomile
Fruits: Apples and citrus fruits
Teas: Rooibos or herbal blends (for a calming, heart-supportive infusion)
How to Prepare:
Tea: 1-2 teaspoons of dried herb per cup of boiling water, steeped for 10 minutes, up to 2 times a day. Or blend with other supporting herbs to create a custom blend.
Known Precautions/Contraindications:
Pregnancy: Should be avoided during pregnancy due to its potential effects on uterine contractions.
Additional Information: It has been used in traditional medicine since ancient times, particularly in Europe and Asia, where it was valued for its calming and heart-supporting properties. Symbolically, it represents maternal care and protection, reflecting its traditional use in supporting women's health and easing emotional stress.
Origin: Poland
Available in 1 ounce or 2 ounce quantities. (*organic)
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