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      Benefits of Cleavers Herb  - Galium Aperine

      Cleavers herb information

      Cleavers is used by herbal practitioners as a lymphatic system tonic and cleanser

      Cleavers has traditionally been used as a natural remedy for:

      Skin conditions

      Swollen lymph glands, e.g. tonsillitis

      Urinary conditions, e.g. cystitis and inflammation of the bladder and kidneys

      Contraindications

      None known. Cleavers tincture can be safely taken within the prescribed doses.

      Active compounds

      Glycosides and organic acids

      What herbal practitioners say about Cleavers

      Cleavers is one of the best lymphatic tonics and cleansers.  It can be used in a wide range of conditions from swollen glands anywhere in the body, e.g. tonsillitis and adenoid problems to skin conditions, especially dry ones such as psoriasis.   It combines well with Echinacea in the treatment of infections and with Burdock and Red Clover in the treatment of skin conditions.

      Tincture dose

      Adult dose 1.5 – 2.5mls 3 x a day of a 1:2 tincture

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Cleavers is a natural remedy for swollen glands such as tonsillitis

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