Yarrow (flower)
| Category | Details |
| Ingredient | Achillea millefolium (Yarrow, flowers and/or leaves). |
| Format | Dried plants (bulk). |
Directions for use
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Dosage: Boil 3 tablespoons of the plants.
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Water volume: Use 1 liter of water.
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Infusion: Cover and steep for 10 to 15 minutes.
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Filtering: Strain (filter) before drinking.
Dosage
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Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.
Traditional uses of Yarrow
Yarrow is traditionally used in herbal medicine for:
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Digestive issues: It contains bitter compounds that stimulate digestion, appetite, and bile production. It is used for bloating and intestinal spasms.
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Immune System/Common Cold: It is diaphoretic, meaning it promotes sweating, and is therefore often used at the onset of a cold or fever to help lower body temperature and speed up recovery.
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Women's health: It is traditionally used for its antispasmodic action (relieving menstrual cramps) and to regulate flow.
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Hemostatic: Its name is linked to the legend of Achilles, who used it to stop bleeding from wounds (topical use).