Astragalus, Agrimonia Eupa, Adrue - Medicinal Herbs
April 2nd, 2007 by colon.ddetox
Part II
Adrue
Latin name: Cyperus articulatus. Other name: Guinea Rush. This plant has been used to control nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and gas. In some instances adrue is used for headaches and epilepsy; for blood in the urine, and for some female disorders such as menstrual irregularity, breast pain, and vaginal discharge. It is great for nausea in pregnancy. It also has a calming affect and it’s aroma provides a feeling a warmth. Only the blackish red root is used for medicinal uses. The root is found in Jamaica and Turkey. It is sometimes called Adrue Jamaica.
Agrimonia Eupa
Can be used internally for diarrhea. Great astringent. Typical dosage is 1 to 3 cups of tea per day (steep 1 tsp. of dried leaves in 1 cup of hot water for 10 minutes).
Astragalus
Astragalus membranaceus herb is also called Huang Qi. Immune system protection, digestion aid and adrenal gland function, increases metabolism and stamina, produces spontaneous sweating, increases energy, reduces fatigue, promotes healing, benefits colds and flu.