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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