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Meadowsweet
A fragrant herbal tea made from the flowering tops of Filipendula ulmaria. It has a sweet, floral, slightly almond-like aroma and a mildly astringent flavor. Traditionally used for digestive and inflammatory comfort.
Traditionally used for
Joint discomfort, Digestive irritation, Headache, Fever
Potential benefits
Digestive comfort; traditional inflammatory and joint support as a soothing herbal tea with antipyretic properties.
Ingredients
Filipendula ulmaria flowering tops (Meadowsweet)
Origin
Europe, Asia
How it is traditionally prepared
1–2 tsp dried flowering tops/8 oz water, steep 10 minutes. 1–2 cups daily for short-term use.
Cautions and who should avoid it
Avoid if allergic to aspirin; contains salicylate-related compounds. Avoid with aspirin/salicylate allergy, anticoagulants or bleeding disorders. Avoid during pregnancy unless professionally advised.
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