Peppermint: Effects and Application

What are the effects of peppermint? Peppermint (Mentha x piperita) has mainly antispasmodic and bile flow promoting effects. In addition, antimicrobial, antiviral and diuretic effects have been described for the medicinal plant. Medically recognized applications The use of peppermint leaves for cramp-like digestive complaints and flatulence is medically recognized. The leaves of the medicinal plant … Peppermint: Effects and Application

Saw palmetto for the prostate

What is the effect of saw palmetto? The dried fruits of the saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) have a recognized effect against problems with urination caused by a benign enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia). The fruits of the saw palmetto contain many phytosterols, especially beta-sitosterol. In addition, the medicinal plant contains abundant fatty oil with saturated … Saw palmetto for the prostate

Cape Pelargonium: Effects, Applications

What effect has the Capeland Pelargonium? Capeland geranium (Pelargonium sidoides) comes from South Africa. Ingredients of its roots are effective against bacteria and viruses and can influence immune reactions (antibacterial, antiviral and immunomodulating effect). For example, the coumarins contained seem to be effective against various pathogens of respiratory tract infections – mainly umckalin. Gallic acids … Cape Pelargonium: Effects, Applications

Greater celandine: how to use it

What effect does celandine have? The stems, leaves and flowers of celandine (Chelidonium majus) contain up to one percent alkaloids such as chelidonine, coptisine and sanguinarine as well as chelidonic acid and caffeic acid derivatives. Studies have shown that the medicinal plant has an antispasmodic and choleretic effect. Its use for cramp-like complaints in the … Greater celandine: how to use it

Hawthorn for Heart Failure?

What are the effects of hawthorn? The leafy and flower-bearing twigs and the flowers of two different hawthorn species are used for medicinal purposes: Crataegus monogyna and C. laevigata. Hawthorn leaves with flowers contain flavonoids and procyanidins as their most important constituents. They belong to the so-called polyphenols, which have antioxidant compounds. Antioxidants help neutralize … Hawthorn for Heart Failure?

Millefoil: How It Works

What are the effects of centaury? The above-ground parts of the flowering centaury (Centaurii herba) contain, among other things, many bitter substances. These cause the body to release more gastric juice and bile. In addition, appetite-increasing and digestive effects have been proven for the medicinal plant. Therefore, centaury is recognized as a traditional herbal medicine … Millefoil: How It Works