Meadowsweet

50g (1.75oz)

Medicinal Name: Filipendula ulmaria

Common Names: Queen of the Meadow

Properties: astringent, anti-rheumatic, anti-inflammatory, stomachic, antacid, anti-emetic, stimulates sweating

Treatment: motion sickness, nausea, acid reflux, heartburn, hyperactivity, gastritis, stomach ulcer, peptic ulcer, diarrhea, fever, muscle pain, tooth ache, joint pain, rheumatism, osteoarthritis, gout, lumbago, and sciatica

Description:

Meadowsweet is one of the best digestive remedies available and as such may be used in most conditions if they are approached holistically. It is a mild diuretic and is thought to help the kidneys to clear acid residues from the body, thereby relieving joint inflammation, which is often associated with acidity. It acts to protect and soothe the mucous membranes of the digestive tract, reducing excess acidity and easing nausea. It is used in the treatment of heartburn, hyperactivity, gastritis and peptic ulceration. Its gentle astringency is useful in treating diarrhoea in children. The presence of aspirin-like chemicals explains Meadowsweet’s action in reducing fever and relieving the pain of rheumatism in muscles and joints. Meadowsweet has traditionally been taken in much the same way as aspirin—to ease the pain and discomfort of headache, colds and flu, and toothache.

Preparation:

Infusion– bring water to a boil, then add 1-2 tsp of herb and simmer for 10-15 minutes