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PARTRIDGE BERRY
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David Winston's
Specific Indications* |
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Name |
Partridge Berry
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Botanical Name |
Mitchella repens |
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Part Used |
aerial parts |
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Contraindications |
None* |
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Traditional
Information* |
A small creeping
woodland plant with a reputation as an excellent reproductive tonic.
The primary ingredient in the famous Mother's Cordial, Partridge
Berry tonifies the uterus by increasing muscle tone and circulation.
This herb can be used as a partus preparator (last 2 weeks of
pregnancy), as an afterbirth tonic, for prolapsed uterus, bladder,
or rectum and also for men with benign prostatic hyperplasia. |
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*Herbal
Therapeutics Research Library
Author: David Winston (RH) AHG
©2007
Herbal Therapeutics Research Library. All rights reserved |
Disclaimer: The information on
historical, ethnobotanical and phytotherapeutic uses of herbs and
traditional formulas contained herein is based on the experience and
research of the author. It is not intended as a substitute for
consulting with your physician or other health care provider. Any
attempt to diagnose and treat an illness should be done under the
direction of a health care professional. The publisher and author
are not responsible for any adverse effects or consequences
resulting from the use of any of the information discussed. Should
you have any questions concerning the appropriateness of any
preparation mentioned, the author strongly suggests consulting a
professional health care advisor. |
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