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Home Herbs Herbs Guide Amaranth (Amaranthus hypochondriacus)
Amaranth (Amaranthus hypochondriacus) PDF Print E-mail
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Thursday, 19 May 2011 05:12

Medicinally, amaranth gained favor in the 17th century when the Doctrine of Signature prevailed.  To adherents of this doctrine, the bright crimson of the flowers signified blood—a clear indication that the plant would stop any kind of bleeding.  The herb does in fact possess astringent properties and herbalists have recommended an amaranth infusion for diarrhea and as a mouthwash for ulcers, to soothe inflammation of the pharynx and to heal canker sores.  Amaranth has also been employed to reduce blood loss and to treat diarrhea and dysentery..  A decoction is used to check excessive menstrual flow, excessive vaginal discharge..  Also used for sponging sores and ulcers.  It is a nutritional supplement and nutritive tonic.
 

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