It is traditionally used as a sedative, stimulates reduced appetite and has a positive effect in cases of exhaustion and weakness due to a problem of the digestive system.
Traditional uses also include: amnesia, heart arrhythmias, insomnia, tinnitus, chronic bronchitis, and bronchial asthma.
We can use it in case of colic due to bloating (from gases) with good results.
Boil 1 teaspoon in 1 cup of water for 4 minutes, leave it for 10 minutes and drink it half an hour before breakfast or lunch).
Overdose can cause vomiting or gastrointestinal problems. We avoid it at night because it causes abundant urination. If you are hypotensive, taking medication for depression or medications that cause drowsiness you should consult a specialist before consuming the herb. Also if you are taking antacids for the stomach the herb could slightly reduce their effectiveness.
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