December 07, 2022

Red Clover 1:2 (Trifolium Pratense)

Description:

Red clover is a very versatile herb used most comonly in hormonal conditions and in the treatment of cancer

Dosage:

1-5 mls per day, 10-40 mls per week

Parts Used:

Flower

Main Actions:

  • Phytoestrogen
  • Antispasmodic
  • Alterative
  • Hypotensive
  • Anticancer
  • Diuretic
  • Nutritive tonic

Key Indications:

  • Menopausal symptoms, particularly hot flushes
  • Metabolic syndrome & atherosclerosis
  • Hypertension
  • Skin conditions such as eczema, boils, acne
  • Prostate cancer
  • Bronchitis and whooping cough
  • Osteoporosis

Major Safety Issues:

Use with caution in patients with oestrogen sensitive cancers