Herb guide › Shepherd’s Purse
Shepherd’s Purse
A small flowering herb with heart-shaped leaves, Capsella bursa-pastoris, whose dried aerial parts produce a mild, slightly bitter and grassy infusion. Traditional European herbal use includes menstrual support.
Traditionally used for
Heavy menstrual bleeding, Menstural irregularity, Urinary discomfort
Potential benefits
Support for heavy menstrual bleeding, astringent and urinary wellness, reducing heavy menstrual bleeding in adult women with regular cycles, hemostatic, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, bleeding disorders, uterine tonic
Ingredients
Capsella bursa-pastoris flowering aerial parts
Origin
Europe, Asia
How it is traditionally prepared
1–2 g dried herb/day; Intended for short-term use.
Cautions and who should avoid it
Do not use to self-treat unexplained heavy bleeding. Pregnancy and breastfeeding require professional guidance. Avoid medicinal use in children. May interact with medications affecting blood pressure or clotting.
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