Vervain ~ the “Everything” Healer
Posted at 11:00 - July 11th, 2019 - Megan & Jae - Education Guides
- Helps clear congestion and stagnation issues
- Can provide beneficial liver stimulation
- Helps prevent gallstones
- Can improve and speed recovery from severe colds and flu’s
- Stimulates sweating to help remove toxins
- May enhance immune response to help clear other feverish conditions
- Used as a mouthwash, helps heal mouth ulcers and spongy gums
- Beneficial as a urinary cleanser and astringent
- May assist in clearing phlegm from lungs
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Helps heal pulmonary issues such as asthma, pneumonia, tuberculosis
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Works as an anti-inflammatory for sore and inflamed eyes
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Helps reduce and/or eliminate obstructions in bowels and bladder
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Can expel phlegm from the throat
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As a poultice, may help heal insect bites, sprains and bruises
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Has been used for gout and skin infections
- Can help improve insomnia, especially when used as a hot infusion
- Assists with painful and/or irregular menstrual cycles
- Helps support milk production
- May support contractions during labor
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As a Bach Flower Essence, was used to treat mental stress and overexertion
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Can function as a beneficial nerve rebuilder
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Helps minimize nervous tension
Parts of the plant used include for therapeutic purposes: Tops
Authors
Megan is our product curator and store visionary. Personally vetting every product that comes through the door, she evaluates thousands of items each month with a focus on quality ingredients and value. Well-schooled in the supplements department and the editor of our in-store newsletters, she still insists her main job is raising three daughters! (Wichita, Kansas)
2019 marks Jae’s 20th year working as a Holistic Nutritionist and Supplement Specialist in the Health Food industry. This environment has afforded the opportunity to discuss health issues and solutions with thousands of customers and clients. Along the way, she has acquired multiple certifications including biogenealogy, environmental biology, holistic nutrition and various healing modalities. She is currently studying to complete a Ph.D in Holistic Nutrition.
All Eureka Market Education Guides are intended for educational purposes only. The guides are NOT intended to substitute for professional medical consultation and as such, do not diagnose, prescribe or offer personal medical advice. Always consult with your health care professional before taking supplements with prescription medications.