Have you ever heard of the Goldenrod tea before? If not, then you must know about it right away and include it in your routine. The tea comes with many benefits and would definitely add to your health.

Would you like to know more? Keep reading!

The Goldenrod Tea – An Overview:

A yellow colored plant, the Goldenrod grows to a height of 3 feet and belongs to the family Solidago gigantean (1). It is quite popular with the butterflies and the crawling insects that help in the dispersion of the seeds of this plant depending upon the wind flow. It is mostly found in the northern hemisphere, especially in the hillsides, dunes, rocks or woods of the Middle East and Mediterranean regions.

Goldenrod Tea Properties:

The Goldenrod tea is prepared from the dried leaves of the plant. When added to your diet, it offers therapeutic properties. It is used in many herbal preparations and remedies, as it is known for its deep healing actions. The Goldenrod tea is rich in tannins, saponins, essential oils, and flavonoids. Mix 2 to 3 teaspoons of dried Goldenrod tea powder in one cup of boiling water and let it steep for around 15 minutes. It is safe to drink this tea two to three times a day.

Following are the wonderful health benefits of Goldenrod tea:

1. Ability To Heal Respiratory Tract Conditions:

Goldenrod tea can heal the respiratory tract conditions, especially those of the upper respiratory tract. It is equally good for curing the symptoms of cough and cold of the lower respiratory tract. The tea is rich in antimicrobial and antiseptic properties and is good for treating sore throat. It is recommended as an expectorant because it expels mucus from the lungs. Adding honey to the tea enhances the effect.

2. Anti-Allergic Herb:

Goldenrod tea contains anti-allergic herbs and is used during the autumn. It is a perfect antidote for the seasonal ragweed allergies. With its astringent properties, the tea calms down the conditions of runny nose and eyes and sneezing caused due to early fall and late summer allergies.

3. Treats Skin Conditions:

The Goldenrod tea, with its amazing healing properties, heals conditions such as stings, bites, cuts and several other skin ailments. When the tea, made by infusing the leaves and flowers of the plant, is used as a poultice for burns and wounds, it gives amazing results. Ancient people combined it with yarrow, plantain, and St. John’s wort to enhance the effect.

4. Anti-Inflammatory Properties:

The tea has anti-inflammatory properties, and is hence recommended for treating inflammatory conditions of the digestive tract such as colitis, ulcers an, diverticulitis.

5. Heals Urinary Tract Problems:

Goldenrod has diuretic properties that help in the healing of urinary tract conditions (2). It supports the detoxification through the tract and ensures smooth functioning. The antiseptic and astringent qualities of the tea tone and tighten the urinary bladder and the system, making it highly effective against UTI infections. The German Commission has approved the plant as an effective remedy against bladder and urinary inflammations.

6. Restores Kidney Balance:

The Goldenrod tea is known as the kidney-tropho-restorative as it nourishes and restores the kidney’s balance. Many health experts believe it to be a good choice to eliminate the chronic kidney issues from the body.

7. Treats Prostate Inflammation:

The tea effectively eliminates the uric acid and toxins from the body and is extremely helpful in treating prostate inflammation. It is a good pain reliever.

8. Good For Arthritis:

The detoxifying and anti-inflammatory properties of this herb are helpful in treating arthritis, gout, and joint pain. It is equally effective in both acute and chronic lymph nodes inflammation and edema. It provides relief from arthritis pain and achy muscles (3).

9. Releases Sweat In Fever:

The diaphoretic property of the tea opens skin pores and releases sweat during fever. This helps in bringing the temperature down.

10. Supportive For Liver Health:

The mild bitter and cholagogue properties of Goldenrod tea support liver health, and are extremely good for the peripheral circulation.

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