Herbs
Catnip (Nepeta Cataria)
| A.K.A.: |
Catswort |
| Part Used: |
Entire Herb |
| Properties: |
Antispasmodic, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Febrifuge, Nervine, Sedative |
| Primary Nutrients: |
Calcium, Magnesium, Manganese, Organic Iron, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Silicon, Sodium, Vitamins A, B-complex, C and E |
| Primary Uses: |
Bronchitis, Chicken Pox, Circulation/poor, Colds, Colic, Convulsions, Croup, Diarrhea, Fevers, Flu, Gas, Gastric Disorders |
| Secondary Uses: |
Anemia, Coughs, Cramps/menstrual/muscles, fatigue, headaches, Hemorrhoids |
Catnip is used to improve circulation and may help regulate blood pressure. It is effective in calming the nerves, as a treatment for anemia and menstrual problems.
- Relieves pain, prevents spasms, and calms the nerves.
- Often used as a mild tonic to treat colds, flu and fevers.
- Used to treat anemia and menstrual problems.
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