Yarrow Flower
The Yarrow flower (Achillea millefolium) has a long history for use as a strong healing herb for wounds, abrasions and cuts. In the Middle Ages, this plant was part of gruit; the herbal mixture which was used for flavoring beer. The Yarrow flower has been used as food and in the 17th century, it was a popular vegetable. The essential oil extracted from the flowers by steam distillation can be used in chest rubs for influenza and colds or as an anti inflammatory.
The North American Natives considered the herb to be a life medicine, used to treat earaches and tooth aches. The Native American tribes such as that of Miwok used the plant as a pain killer and head cold remedy. The leaves of Yarrow were smoked to relieve congestion of the lungs and also smoked in ceremonies. The tea from the leaves was used for bathing babies that were having convulsions. They also used to be burned so as to revive comatose patients and repelling of evil spirits.
Due to its astringent properties, it encourages tightening and constricting of the muscles and skins, thus leading to shrinkage of the spores, reduction of the visibility of scars. It is mixed in a number of skin care products due to its ability to treat acne and several other skin conditions. It is well-known for reducing swelling and inflammation of wounds and injuries. Women with menstrual problems can get relief when they ingest yarrow on a regular basis. Yarrow can effectively lower high blood pressure.
The sedative properties of this herb enable it to alleviate muscle tension, fatigue, night sweats, mood swings, anxiety, stress and hot flushes.
It is used as a natural hair growth stimulant in both women and men. The diuretic properties of Yarrow flower (Achillea millefolium) enable it to reduce high body temperatures and fever. It is commonly used as a stimulant for appetite when it is ingested. Smoked as a tobacco substitute and is sometimes used to aid quitting of smoking. It is an excellent ingestion remedy when it is taken before or during a meal.
It is used as a natural hair growth stimulant in both women and men. The diuretic properties of Yarrow flower (Achillea millefolium) enable it to reduce high body temperatures and fever. It is commonly used as a stimulant for appetite when it is ingested. Smoked as a tobacco substitute and is sometimes used to aid quitting of smoking. It is an excellent ingestion remedy when it is taken before or during a meal.