Golden Seal- Health Benefits

Golden Seal- Health Benefits

Goldenseal  (Hydrastis canadensis) is an herbaceous perennial woodland plant that is highly valued for its many herbal medicinal uses.  The dried roots have been used for the treatment of eye, skin, and digestive disorders.  Goldenseal has also been marketed as an immune system stimulant.  Leaves and stems have commercial value when harvested while still green.

This herb grows plentifully in virgin forests of the United States. However, golden seal is becoming more scarce as a wild plant, and if cultivated, should be planted in well-fertilized soil. Abundant shade and good drainage will aid in its cultivation. Golden seal generally has a vasoconstrictive effect on the body. Blood vessels are tightened, improving conditions in which running secretions or catarrh are seen. In combination with bicarbonate of soda, golden seal may serve as a mouth wash for the relief of sores in the oral cavity, especially the gums. It may also have asyptic effect in certain cases of nosebleeds

Health Benefits
1. Goldenseal contains very powerful anti-microbial, anti-parasitic and anti-viral agents.These compounds are known as alkaloids.

2. Relieves symptoms of colds and flus.

3. Natural antibiotic and detoxifying agent.

4. Powerful anti-parasitic and anti-candida properties.

5. Stimulates the production of bile to help digest fats.

6. Helps relieve constipation and hemorrhoids.

7. Helps symptoms of eye irritations and infections.

8. Relieves vaginal irritation.

9. Helps relieve mouth irritations of sore throat, canker sores and gingivitis.

10. Helps relieve stomachache associated with micro-bacteria, viral and parasitic conditions.