Posts Tagged ‘diuretic’

Alfalfa (Medicago sativa)

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Alfalfa (Medicago sativa): The whole herb is used medicinally to help stop bleeding to benefit the kidneys and as a general tonic. It is a good laxative and a natural diuretic. It is a folk remedy for arthritis and is reputed to be an excellent appetite stimulant. Alfalfa possesses extremely high nutritional value. An excellent [...]

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Aerva (Aerva lanata)

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Aerva (Aerva lanata): The roots are diuretic and demulcent. They are credited with tonic properties and given to pregnant women. The roots and flowers are used to cure headaches. The flowers are used for the removal of kidney stones and in gonorrhea. Roots used in headache and also as emulcent. Decoction of the root is [...]

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