Red Clover is an alterative herb. This means that it alters the way the body reacts to stress - emotional, physical or environmental - helping the body and mind to stay calm.
Red Clover has been considered one of nature's best supplements!!
Red Clover is high in:
- Vitamin C
- B vitamins
- beta-carotene
- calcium
- magnesium
- zinc
- copper
- manganese
- selenium
Uses:
- clears lymphatic congestion
- skin issues: eczema, psoriasis, burns, blisters, dry lips, even skin cancer (effective when taken internally and used as a wash or lotion)
- lymphatic and blood cleansing
- respiratory problems (because it is gentle, it is especially good for children)
- Menopause
- PMS
Because red clover blossoms are rich in plant hormones (phytoestrogens), they are know to be helpful in reducing uncomfortable menopausal symptoms! Yippee!! :0)
A blend of red clover, sage and mother wort is a good blend for help with hot flashes and mood swings!
- 2 parts dried chaste tree berries
- 2 parts dried dandelion leaves
- 2 parts dried red clover blossoms
- 1 part dried nettle leaves
- 1 part dried holy basil (tulsi)
- 1 part Lemon balm
Hormone Balancing Tea
- Slightly crush the chaste tree berries in a food processor or a mortar and pestle.
- Combine the herbs and place them in a 1-quart glass jar or in a tea ball.
- Pour boiling water over them to fill the mug or jar.
- Steep for 12 to 15 minutes.
- Strain
- Drink 1 to 3 cups daily
- Start drinking this tea several days before your PMS symptoms are expected and continuing through the first day or two of menstruation.***
For help with Eczema, Psoriasis and yeast infections, the following is a powerful antifungal, antibacterial, alterative, to fight bacterial and fungal infections, alleviate itching and speed tissue repair.
Cleansing & Detox Vinegar
Equal part:
- burdock root,
- yellow dock root
- dandelion root
- dandelion leaves
- red clover blossoms
- calendula flowers
- mint, minced
- 2 cups apple cider vinegar
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup vodka or brandy
- Put above ingredients in a jar and let infuse for 4-6 week
- Strain and re-bottl
- Consume twice daily or as needed to see results
Along with the elimination of potential allergens, the consistent use of this vinegar, a healthy balanced diet and stress management :)) there is hope for relief!!!
Red Clover Whipped Lotion
Yields 2 to 3 cups
- 1 cup fresh red clover blossoms
- 1 cup cocoa butter
- 1 to 2 cups distilled water or rose water
- 1 to 2 teaspoons jojoba or sweet almond oil (optional)
Make a tiny batch of this lotion at a time, perhaps for special occasions when you want your
face to glow. It’s extremely rich and, depending on how much water you add, can be dense or
light as a cloud.
- Place the herbs and cocoa butter in a bowl.
- Without heating, use a spoon to mix the blossoms into the cocoa butter.
- Cover and store in a dark cabinet or pantry.
- Steep for two weeks.
- In the top of a double boiler, gently heat the cocoa butter just until you can strain out the blossoms.
- Discard them and pour the melted cocoa butter into a deep soup pot (this is to reduce splattering).
- Using a wire whisk or an electric hand mixer, slowly add the distilled water by the tablespoonful, whisking constantly, until you have the desired consistency.
- Add the oil if desired, and whisk together. Scrape the lotion into a small container.
This lotion lasts several weeks when refrigerated.”***
***Bellebuono, Holly. “The Essential Herbal for Natural Health" and Gladstar, Rosemary. “Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner's Guide.” Storey Publishing, 2012.
**Caution: Red clover has blood-thinning properties and should not be used by those who are
taking heart medication or who have any type of blood-thinning problem. Discontinue red clover
for 2 weeks before and after surgery.
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