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Common name: |
Plantain |
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Family: |
Plantaginacea |
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Parts used: |
Leaf |
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Chemistry: |
Tannins, Flavonoids, Mucilage, a Heteroside (which increases uric acid excretion by the kidneys.) Rich source of minerals, potassium, magnesium, phosphorous. |
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Main actions: |
Astringent. Alteravtive. Anti-histamine. Lymphatic. |
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Other Actions: |
Astringent, Alterative, Anti-bacterial (mild), Anti-histamine, Anti-haemorrhagic, Lymphatic, Diuretic, Expectorant, Demulcent, Analgesic (as it shrinks the sinuses), Antacid, Leaves taken internally are Anti-toxin. |
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Dosage: |
2 – 4ml TID |
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Safety: |
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