chickweed

Description

Chickweed (Stellaria media)
Parts used: leaves, stems, flowers
Actions :Cooling, Anti-inflammatory, Lymphatic, Demulcent (soothes tissues), Mild diuretic, Nutritive

-soothes inflamed, irritated lung tissue
-Useful in dry coughs, heat-related lung irritation, and tissue inflammation
-highly nutritive rich jn Vitamins A, C, B-complex
Iron, calcium, magnesium
-Strengthens tissues by reducing inflammation
-supports bone healing best paired with nettle
-Chickweed is a strong anti-inflammatory, Heat
,Swelling, Redness, Pain from congestion
-Especially useful in Lymphatic swelling, Fibrous congestion and Cysts (early stages)

Usage
Steep a teaspoon in hot water for 5- 10minutes or add to soups, foods
Twice a day