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Golden Rod ( Solidago virgaurea, S. canadenis)

Goldenrod is noted for the ability to heal respiratory tract conditions; amazing for upper infectious conditions and for the coughs + colds of lower tract conditions. As an anti-allergy herb, we often include Goldenrod in an anti-allergy formula, especially in autumn. It is an amazing healer for skin or epithelial issues:bites, stings, cuts and other skin conditions, as well as internally for inflammatory conditions of the digestive tract (e.g. ulcers, colitis, diverticulitis) Goldenrod is renowned for healing urinary tract conditions. It facilitates detoxification throughout the urinary tract. It is excellent for prostate inflammation and for the ability to help with the elimination of uric acid. It is a helpful pain reliever, in these cases. Goldenrod contains chemicals that increase urine flow and have anti-swelling (anti-inflammatory) effects. Goldenrod is an excellent lymphatic and depurative. It detoxes primarily through both urinary + lymphatic systems. As a detoxifying herb, as well as an anti-inflammatory, it can be very helpful in cases of gout, arthritis & joint pain. It is used for both chronic + acute inflammation of lymph nodes as well as edema. It is also a mild bitter and cholagogue so is extremely supportive for liver health. Goldenrod is a very good diaphoretic ~ supports good peripheral circulation. as well as excellent vascular tonic (which supports heart health and cardiovascular system health)

Do not use if retaining fluid because of kidney or heart disorder. People can be allergic so use with caution

Energetics::
Drying
Remove excess fluid from tissue, causing it to become more firm and dense, relieve conditions of dampness and sweling.
Warming
Stimlate or speed up metabolism; increase energy production and warmth; bring blow flow and vitality to tissues that are pale and cool
Properties::
Anti-Allergenic
Not aggravating an allergy
Anti-Fungal
Stops or inhibits fngal growth
Anti-Inflammatory
Helps control inflammation
anticatarrhal
Reduces inflammed mucous membranes of the head and throat and often reduces phlegm
Antioxidant
Protects cells from damage
Antirheumatic
Helps ease pain of rheuatism and inflammation of joints and muscles
Antiseptic
Removes toxins from the body and waste accumulations such as pus. prevent the growth of disease-causing microorganisms
Antispasmodic
Quick relief of pain and spasms, muscle and or gastrointestinal.
Aperient
Mild laxative
aperitive
Stimulates the appetite
Astringent
Constriction / knitting together of body tissues - good to reduce chronic inflammation of the bowels.
Cholagogue
Aid discharge of bile
Diaphoretic
Induce sweating
Diuretic
Increase urine excretion
Expectorant
Facilitates removal or secretions and phlegm
Febrifuge
Reduce fever
Hemostatic
Coagulation, wound healing
Hypotensive
Low blood pressure
Kidney Tonic
Strengthens and tones the kidneys
Lymphatic
Relating to lymph nodes
Nervine
Calm the body, mind, spirit. fortify frayed nerve endings that result from chronic stress and unrest.
Relaxant
Induces relaxation
Vasodilator
Widening of blood vessels
Vulnerary
Treats wounds
Antimicrobial
Stimulates positive cellular forces (white blood cells). destroys germs
Ailments::
Appetite (improve)
Prostate Gland
Urinary Disorders
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Immune System
Musculoskeleton
Gall Bladder
General muscle aches
Urinary
Respiratory
Integumentary