Motherwort

Motherwort, a member of the mint family and an herbaceous perennial native to Europe. It was traditionally used by ancient Greeks as a relaxing remedy for expectant mothers.

This herb is widely used for relieving stress-induces cardiac palpitation and high blood pressure. It relieves headaches, muscular twitches and spasms. Can help moderate stress and anxiety, restoring the emotional balance.

Motherwort’s extract have also been used for bronchial asthma, climacteric symptoms and amenorrhoea, as well as externally in wounds and skin inflammations.

Benefits:

• Nervine and anxiolytic effect
• Used for relieving stress-induced cardiac palpitation and high blood pressure
• Can help moderate stress and anxiety without over-sedating

Parts used: aerial part

Preparation: tea, tincture, dried and fresh herb

Primary activities: antioxidant, circulatory support, anti-inflammatory, immunostimulant diuretic

Common uses:It has nervine and anxiolytic effect

Caution: May increase menstrual flow. Use only in the last weeks of pregnancy