Description
Since shepherd's purse stimulates the muscles of the uterus to contract, shepherd's purse tea promotes labor.
Shepherd's purse Shepherd's purse is said to have hemostatic properties. Therefore, it is often drunk after childbirth to minimize postpartum bleeding. Shepherd's purse tea can also be used to treat heavy menstrual bleeding. The herb grows thin and inconspicuously along roadsides and is hardly noticed because of its small leaves.
Because shepherd's purse stimulates the uterine muscles to contract, shepherd's purse tea can induce labor. This is usually a desired effect during childbirth and can help speed up the process. However, this effect is undesirable in early pregnancy because it can lead to miscarriages.
In addition to these well-known effects, shepherd's purse can alleviate a wide range of health problems; for example, it can have a positive effect on blood pressure and promote digestion.
Further information
Danger!
Shepherd's purse should not be used during pregnancy! It should only be used when labor is imminent, as shepherd's purse can induce contractions.
preparation
Pour 1-2 heaped teaspoons per cup with boiling water and let it steep for 5-10 minutes.
INCI: Bursae pastoris herba conc.
Variants details
| Variant | PZN |
|---|---|
| 200g Art: MED1000670 EAN: 4250201205537 |
DE: 03959849 AT: 3314578 |
| 50g Art: MED1002394 EAN: 4250201213839 |
DE: 16237879 AT: 5269244 |