Golden Rod
Golden Rod is a plant that has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. It is native to North America and Europe and is known for its yellow flowers. Golden Rod has been used to treat a variety of conditions, including tuberculosis, diabetes, enlargement of the liver, gout, hemorrhoids, internal bleeding, asthma, and arthritis. In folk medicine, it is used as a mouth rinse to treat inflammation of the mouth and throat.
Benefits of Golden Rod
Golden Rod has several potential benefits. A few animal and test tube studies suggest that it may help reduce inflammation, relieve muscle spasms, fight infections, and lower blood pressure. It does seem to act like a diuretic and is used in Europe to treat urinary tract inflammation and to prevent or treat kidney stones. Golden Rod is also used to reduce pain and swelling (inflammation), as a diuretic to increase urine flow, and to stop muscle spasms. It is also rich in antioxidants.
There are few case studies regarding the benefits of Golden Rod. However, some animal and test tube studies suggest that it may help reduce inflammation.
The appropriate dose of goldenrod depends on several factors such as the user’s age, health, and several other conditions. Goldenrod has few side effects. People using goldenrod may experience an allergic reaction or gastrointestinal issues. Though these may be mild. People with heartburn should avoid using Golden Rod.
Sources:
- https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/goldenrod
- https://www.medicinenet.com/goldenrod_benefits_dosage_and_precautions/article.htm
- https://www.rxlist.com/goldenrod/supplements.htm
- https://www.verywellhealth.com/goldenrod-benefits-4586964
- https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-84/goldenrod
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwXr_IG3LTY
