Sheep Sorrel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gender: Feminine

Planet: Venus

Element: Air

Chakra Colour: Orange

Medicinal Uses: Sheep’s sorrel is high in dietary fibre which improves your gastrointestinal health and reducing conditions like constipation, diarrhea, bloating, and cramping, as well as more serious gastrointestinal issues.

This herb has a very significant level of potassium this means that potassium reduces the stress on the cardiovascular system by relaxing the blood vessels and arteries. Lowered blood pressure reduces the chances of dangerous clotting and excessive strain on the heart that can lead to coronary heart disease and other complications.

The vitamin C content  is impressive. Vitamin C also helps to reduce swelling, prevent scurvy, and even has analgesic (pain relief) properties when consumed in high quantities.

This herb has been shown to have a diuretic effect, particularly when the leaves are dried and then consumed within a few days. As a diuretic, it stimulates urination, which cleans out the kidneys, taking with it any extra toxins, salts, water, and even a small percentage of fat.

Magical Uses: Carry to protect against heart disease. Place in sickrooms to aid in recuperation from illnesses and wounds.

Other Names: Red Sorrel, Rumex acetosa, Sheep’s Sorrel, Sorrel Dock, Sour Dock, Surette, Vignette, Acedera, Acedera Común, Azeda-Brava, Common Sorrel, Field Sorrel, Garden Sorrel, Oseille,

Contraindications: Do not use if have a tendency for kidney stones or arthritic conditions should avoid this herb. Use in small quantities only. Also, when cooking with this herb, do not use cast iron or aluminum cookware, as the metal will interact with it and cause the herb to take on a very unpleasant metallic taste.
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