Health Benefits of Cleavers Herb
Cleavers is known traditionally for its use in tonifying and cleansing the Lymphatic system. It is a naturally diuretic so it is also good for the kidneys and urinary tract. Health Benefits include;
- Cleanses and tones the lymph, relieves swollen glands
- Flushes and decongestes to the kidneys and urinary system
- Treats cystitis, Swollen Glands, Tonsilitis, Ulcers, Lumps, Tumours, Eczema, Psoriasis, Boils, Abscesses
- Purifies and detoxifies the blood
- Skin Healer; Astringent and Antiseptic, treats irritation, inflammation, wounds and burns. It will reduce inflammation, detoxify and and cleanse the skin so can be used to treat eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis, as well as boils and abscesses. It is always helpful to keep cleavers as part of a herbal first aid kit. It is even effective in soothing sunburn.
- Good For Urinary Infection
- Great for Water Retention
- It has been known for its use in the treatment of ulcers, lumps in the breast, and tumours. It has a flushing, decongesting and cleansing effect on the body including the blood
How to Use
- Use in tea or tincture combinations. Can be used to make poultices, washes, healing salves and ointments
Cautions and Side Effects
- Safe for children
- Do not drink if you are pregnant
