Description
A trailing plant that grows in Europe, Asia, North America, and Australia. Hops used to be smoked for their narcotic effect, put in pillows for insomnia and used by monks to kerb sexual desire.
Family
Cannabaceae
Parts used
Female Flowers
Actions
- Sedative
- Anaphfrodisiac (male)
- Bitter tonic
- Phytoestrogenic
- Antispasmodic
- Digestive
- Antiseptic
- Astringent
- Diurentic
- Anodyne
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antihistamine
- Expectorant
Digestion
Bitters enhance appetite and digestion.
Eases muscle tension, spasm,and inflammation. Used for colic, IBS, diverticultius, indigestion, and stress-related ulcerative colitis
Tannins aid healing of irritated and inflammatory condiitions and stem diarrhoea.
Mental and Emotional
Sedative and antispasmodic; relieves tension and anxiety as well as pain.
Respiratory System
Antispasmodic, antimicrobial and expectorant; relieves coughs, chest infections, bronchitis and asthma.
Musculoskeletal System
Anti-inflammatory and pain relieving for joint and muscle pain.
Urinary system
Asparagin is a soothing diuretic
Aids elimination of toxins and helps clear skin problems such as eczema and acne.
Reproductive System
Calms sexual Desire in men and enhances it in women.
Reduces menstrual cramps.
Helps regulate periods and menopausal mothers.
Externally
Add to night-time bath to ease aching muscles and use in pillows to promote sleep.
Caution:
Avoid with blood thinners, such as warfarin.
Dosage:
Adults
10 Drops three times a day in a little water.
Chrildren
Dose 3 x daily in a little water.
2-6 years: 5 drops
6-12 years: 7 drops
12 or older: 10 drops
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