More Reasons To Use Comfrey As Home Remedy
Comfrey (Symphytum officinale L.) is a potent herbal remedy with reputed medicinal properties. It has high amounts of allantoin, which stimulates tissue growth and helps in tissue repair; carotene, which is a precursor to Vitamin A; tannin, which is antiseptic and astringent; mucilage, which is a useful and active demulcent; and rosmarinic acid, which is an active expectorant, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory.
Here are some of the many reasons why comfrey has a long history of medical applications:
Wounds
Reduces Inflammation
Joint Pain
One of the best methods for applying comfrey is via a poultice wrapped in a compress. Here’s how to make it:
Gather a half dozen large comfrey leaves and cut them into 2-inch pieces (including stems.) Place pieces in a blender and add 1/2 cup of water. Purée/pulse on “high” until liquid. Add a fistful of flour and then pulse again until a paste is formed. Using a rubber spatula, scrape paste onto clean dish towel or cloth, folded in half lengthwise. Wrap the cloth around the desired areas from four to six hours.
Moreover, a study also revealed that creams containing comfrey root can help relieve upper and lower back pain.
Against Cough
For this benefit we simply need to soak 2 tbsp. of comfrey root in one quart (2 cups) of water overnight and then bring to a boil and simmer 30 minutes. Strain and then combine with an equal amount of honey. Heat again the mixture just before boiling, turn down, and simmer again for 5 minutes. Let cool and take in tablespoon doses three or four times a day.
Words of Caution: This remedy is for those really nasty coughs as comfrey should not be taken internally for long periods of time.
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