Meadowsweet is known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-rheumatic properties. It helps relieve joint problems. It also acts against flu and feverish conditions. Diuretic, it fights against water retention, edema, cellulite and will be able to support weight loss. Latin name: Filipendula ulmaria (L.) Maxim. Part of the plant: flowering tops.

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In case of' Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Rheumatism, Gout attack, Muscle pain, Joint pain

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour 1 teaspoon of dry plants per cup of hot water (temperature below 90°C). Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In cold maceration

Pour 50 g of dry plants into 1 L of cold water. Leave to macerate for 12 hours in an open container, away from light. Drink 4 to 5 cups per day.

In compress

Pour 1 teaspoon of dry plants per cup of hot water (temperature below 90°C). Leave to infuse for 10 minutes then filter. Let cool or cool if necessary. Soak a compress or clean cloth in the preparation then apply to the affected area.

In lotion

Pour 1 teaspoon of dry plants per cup of hot water (temperature below 90°C). Leave to infuse for 10 minutes then filter. Allow the preparation to cool then apply directly to the affected area.

Plants often associated

Cassis, Juniper (Juniper), Ginger, Worry, Arnica, Nettle, Rosemary, Dandelion, Quackgrass, Burdock, Linden (Sapwood)

In case of' Edema, Water retention, Cellulite

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour 1 teaspoon of dry plants per cup of hot water (temperature below 90°C). Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In cold maceration

Pour 50 g of dry plants into 1 L of cold water. Leave to macerate for 12 hours in an open container, away from light. Drink 4 to 5 cups per day.

Plants often associated

Alchemilla, Elderberry, Dandelion, Quackgrass, Heather, Birch, Cornflower, Ash, Cherry

In case of Fever

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour 1 teaspoon of dry plants per cup of hot water (temperature below 90°C). Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In cold maceration

Pour 50 g of dry plants into 1 L of cold water. Leave to macerate for 12 hours in an open container, away from light. Drink 4 to 5 cups per day.

Plants often associated

Yarrow, Matricaria Chamomile, Officinal Sage, Mugwort, Worry, Elderberry, Fumitory, Linden (Bracts)

In case of Cold, Flu

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour 1 teaspoon of dry plants per cup of hot water (temperature below 90°C). Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In cold maceration

Pour 50 g of dry plants into 1 L of cold water. Leave to macerate for 12 hours in an open container, away from light. Drink 4 to 5 cups per day.

Plants often associated

Ginger, Pepper mint, Thyme, Rosemary, White broth, Licorice, Linden (Bracts)

In case of Gastritis, Digestive ulcer

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour 1 teaspoon of dry plants per cup of hot water (temperature below 90°C). Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In cold maceration

Pour 50 g of dry plants into 1 L of cold water. Leave to macerate for 12 hours in an open container, away from light. Drink 4 to 5 cups per day.

Plants often associated

Licorice

In support of a Weightloss

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour 1 teaspoon of dry plants per cup of hot water (temperature below 90°C). Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In cold maceration

Pour 50 g of dry plants into 1 L of cold water. Leave to macerate for 12 hours in an open container, away from light. Drink 4 to 5 cups per day.

Plants often associated

Worry, Red Vine, Elderberry, Dandelion, Quackgrass, Birch, Licorice

In case of Migraine

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour 1 teaspoon of dry plants per cup of hot water (temperature below 90°C). Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In cold maceration

Pour 50 g of dry plants into 1 L of cold water. Leave to macerate for 12 hours in an open container, away from light. Drink 4 to 5 cups per day.

In compress

Pour 1 teaspoon of dry plants per cup of hot water (temperature below 90°C). Leave to infuse for 10 minutes then filter. Let cool or cool if necessary. Soak a compress or clean cloth in the preparation then apply to the affected area.

Plants often associated

Roman chamomile, Turmeric, Melissa, Pepper mint, Woodruff, Elderberry, Linden (Bracts)

In case of Diarrhea

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour 1 teaspoon of dry plants per cup of hot water (temperature below 90°C). Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In cold maceration

Pour 50 g of dry plants into 1 L of cold water. Leave to macerate for 12 hours in an open container, away from light. Drink 4 to 5 cups per day.

Plants often associated

Alchemilla, Lemongrass, Oregano, Oak, Loosestrife, Blueberry, Marshmallow, Nettle, Mauve

Properties and active components

Properties

  • diuretic
  • anti-inflammatory (flavonoids, methyl salicylate, salicylic aldehyde)
  • antirheumatic (flavonoids)
  • febrifuge (flavonoids, methyl salicylate, salicylic aldehyde)
  • sudorific
  • astringent (tannins)

Active components

  • Essential oils: methyl salicylate
  • Salicylic aldehyde
  • Flavonoids: spireoside, rutoside, hyperoside
  • Tannins

Precautions for use

  • Contraindicated in people allergic to aspirin.
  • Do not combine with anticoagulant medications.
  • Drink away from meals and taking medicinal treatments due to its tannin content which can inhibit the absorption of certain nutrients and molecules.

Botanical

The Meadowsweet belongs to the family of Rosacea. It is a perennial plant 1 to 1.5 m high. It presents large leaves divided into 3 to 9 pairs of toothed, unequal leaflets dark green on top and whitish and downy underneath. At their base they have semi-circular stipules.

There stem east reddish, dig and angular. It bears terminal corymbs arranged in clusters and composed of numerous small yellowish white flowers very fragrant, offering numerous elongated stamens. The spiral fruit contains brownish seeds.

Native to Europe and North America, the Meadowsweet is found on wetlands, in flood-prone meadows, on the banks of rivers and in ditches. The ideal climate for its cultivation is one continental climate.

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