Guelder-Rose (cramp bark)

50g (1.76oz)

Medicinal Name: Viburnum opulus

Properties: Anti-spasmodic, sedative, astringent

Treatment: cramps, spasms, dysmenorrhoea, miscarriage prevention, excessive menstrual bleeding, menopause, PMS

Description: Cramp bark relaxes muscle tension and calms spasms. Cramp Bark will relax the uterus and relieve painful cramps associated with periods. In a similar way it may be used to protect from threatened miscarriage. Because of its astringency it will also help in the treatment of excessive blood loss in periods and especially bleeding associated with the menopause

Preparation:

Decoction: put 2 teaspoons of the dried bark into a cup of water and bring to the boil. Simmer on low very heat for 10–15 minutes. Drink this hot 3 times a day