Verbena : Fight against gastric and digestive disordersFight disorders
Verbena is a plant with many medicinal virtues that man has used since the dawn of time. In the past, it was used to make love filters or to ward off bad luck, but today it is used as an herbal tea to treat many health problems.
Vervain has antidepressant
effects, especially after a viral infection such as the flu. Vervain is a hardy plant that grows all over the world. It can be found in our country, in Europe, but also in Asia and Africa. In the past, the Celts and Romans believed it to have magical powers. Because of these age-old beliefs, it is also known as witch grass. Vervain is a plant with many medicinal properties that has been used by man since the dawn of time. In the past, it was used to make love filters or to ward off evil spells, but today it is used as an herbal tea for many health problems. If a person has problems with diarrhoea, stomach ache, nausea
or a heavy stomach, vervain capsules can be used to combat and eliminate these ailments. Vervain capsules are available in pharmacies and it is customary to take two capsules with meals. In any case, you should consult the instructions for the exact dosage and see your doctor if your symptoms
persist.
Vervain can also be taken as an infusion. It is available in sachets
or in bulk, depending on what you prefer. To prepare it, simply pour boiling water over it in a bowl, leave to infuse for about ten minutes and drink it after the main meals. Modern life puts a lot of stress on many of us due to the hectic pace of work or personal problems that are difficult to overcome. During anxiety or stress attacks, vervain is a plant that can help you get back to sleep thanks to its sedative
and relaxing properties. To combat insomnia, use vervain as an infusion. If you are stressed or anxious, the vervain mother tincture is also extremely effective.
To use it, always follow the instructions that come with the product.
Combating premenstrual pain
A large number of women experience
fairly severe premenstrual pain every month. If the periods are not regular or if the belly is painful before they arrive, then consuming vervain tea or capsules
is often enough to remedy the problem.
Soothing certain pains with vervain
Vervain has anti-inflammatory medicinal properties. It is known to help soothe pain associated with arthritis attacks when the joints are inflamed. The action of vervain is then focused on muscle contractures. It is also used to soothe aches and pains, haematomas,
various contusions, pain following a sprain or other rheumatism.
For external use, mix a few drops of verbena essential oil with vegetable oil and massage the painful areas. Vervain is also a useful plant for common sinusitis.
It can be combined with other plants such as elderflower, primrose,
sorrel and gentian root. The combination can be found in pharmacies and is used for acute and chronic treatment of sinusitis.
Sweet vervain has antimicrobial
properties. In case of a fever during a flu, for example, three drops of scented verbena essential
oil can be diluted in warm water and inhaled. The fever will subside more quickly.
If you suffer from heavy legs, verbena can help you, as it has vasodilating and fluidifying properties.
It is really useful for venous
insufficiency. You can dilute three to five drops of verbena essential oil in vegetable oil such as argan oil and massage your legs from the ankles to the knees. Vervain essential oil is a highly concentrated product that should be handled with care. It should not be used by pregnant or breastfeeding women, infants and young children. In case of use, it is strongly recommended to ask your doctor for advice.