Description
Goldenrod Herb
Latin name: Solidago virgaurea
Health Benefits of Goldenrod
Goldenrod contains chemicals that might increase urine flow and reduce swelling. It might also kill bacteria and fungi. Health benefits include:
- As an anti-inflammatory, pay prevent pain and swelling.
- May kill bacteria and fungi.
- May increase urine output, which can help flush out harmful bacteria and clean the urinary tract, which will help with kidney stones and UTIs.
- Contains saponins, which may help inhibit the growth of harmful yeast.
- Helps with congestion, breaking up mucus.
- Helps with seasonal allergy symptoms.
- Native Americans once used it frequently for wounds, burns, and sores. They would use it as a poultice applied to damaged skin or as a skin wash.
- May help with diarrhea.
How to Use Goldenrod
- Use as a tea or in tea blends.
- Often used to make a oil to apply topically or as a poultice.
Cautions and Side Effects of Goldenrod
- Should not take if you have kidney disease, congestive heart failure, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Do not take if you are on prescription diuretic medications.
Additional Details
- SKU:
- HB204