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Botanical name: Inula helenium
Family Asteraceae, the sunflower family
Therapeutic actions
Alterative: restoring proper functioning to the body's metabolism
Analgesic: relieves or diminishes pain
Anthelmintic: expel parasitic worms
Anti-bacterial: destroy or inhibit the growth of bacteria
Anti-microbial: destroys and inhibits the growth of microorganisms
Anti-septic: destroys or controls pathogenic bacteria. Used topically –Highly effective
Bitter: increases the secretion of digestive juices
Cholagogue: increases the secretion and flow of bile production
Demulcent: soothes and softens irritations of mucous membranes
Diaphoretic: promotes perspiration
Diuretic: increases the secretion and expulsion of urine
Expectorant: expels mucus in the respiratory system
Stimulant: stimulates the physiological functions of the body –gentle
Stomachic: digestive aid and tones the stomach
Tonic: strengthens and improves bodily performance
Sincerely,
Emilee Wright
A Mercurial Consciousness