Althaea (Altheia Officinalis)
Properties:
Anti-inflammatory, expectorant, soothing, laxative, diuretic and emollient …
Infusion:
Start by soaking two teaspoons of dried Althaea for a few minutes in a little cold water in a cup. Then add hot water at 90°C (when the water begins to boil) and cover it for 10 minutes. When it has cooled, it is ready to be consumed (see here how to make an infusion).
Application:
- Tonsillitis,
- sore throat,
- laryngitis,
- arthritis,
- colitis,
- cold,
- rheumatic fever,
- wounds,
- gastritis,
- gout,
- hemorrhoids,
- colon irritation,
- constipation,
- cough,
- gastric ulcer…
Contraindication:
During pregnancy, breastfeeding, if you are diabetic and it is incompatible with alcohol, tannin, and iron. In addition, each body is different, be aware of any total or momentary incompatibilities generated due to its consumption.
This text is an awareness. Depending on the season and the moment in which you are, it is up to everyone to decide whether to consume this food. The dosage and frequency depend on the nature and physical condition of each Human Being.
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