Solomon’s seal tea aids in releasing toxins, excess water, and breaks fat from the body. In this way, the herb also acts as a detoxifier and is perfect for people who want to lose weight. This benefit makes the tea an ideal drink hours before bedtime as it can make you go to the bathroom from time to time. 9. Reproductive health

Root is antiperiodic, antitussive, cardio tonic, demulcent, diuretic, energizer, hypoglycemic, ophthalmic, resolvent, sedative and tonic. Diuretic & Mild Laxative: increases the secretion and flow of urine by flushing the body of toxins and excess water, provides kidney support. Vulnerary (wound healing): Solomon's Seal works on sprains and strains inflamed tendons, ligaments, muscles and joints. Solomon’s seal benefits are almost a perfect cure for many human illnesses. It has a lengthy history of use and has shown to be beneficial. You can even grow it in your local garden and propagate it.

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The herb is part of the lily family and derives its name from the scars left when the roots are cut, resembling King Solomon’s seal. The roots of Solomon’s seal are used for medicinal purposes, although its berries are poisonous. Solomon seal benefits are restorative and healing, including its anti-inflammatory, expectorant, and sedative purposes. Native Americans consumed the starch-rich rhizomes of smooth Solomon’s-seal as a “potato-like food” used to make breads and soups. The name Lady's Seal was also conferred on the plant by old writers, as also St. Mary's Seal ( Sigillum Sanctae Mariae). The roots macerated for some time in water yield a substance capable of being used as food and consisting principally of starch. The young shoots form an excellent vegetable when boiled and eaten like Asparagus, and are largely consumed in Turkey. The roots of another species have been made into bread in times of scarcity, but they require boiling or baking before use.

Strong decoction given every two or three hours has been found to cure erysipelas, if at the same time applied externally to the affected parts. Other herbalists have used Solomon's Seal for moistening of the lungs when irritated, as an expectorant and as a cardiovascular tonic. I can’t speak to these yet but I will definitely be adding this to the list of possibilities. Solomon's seal might decrease blood sugar. Diabetes medications are also used to lower blood sugar. Taking Solomon's seal along with diabetes medications might cause your blood sugar to go too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely. The dose of your diabetes medication might need to be changed. Like its effects on the heart, convallarin in Solomon’s seal also affects blood pressure. The heart stabilizing due to Solomon’s seal sends a domino effect to the blood pressure, thus lowering it. Due to this, Solomon’s seal is not recommended for pregnant women or people with low blood pressure without professional advice. 6. Decreases blood sugar

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Medicinal Action and Uses---Astringent, demulcent and tonic. Combined with otherremedies, Solomon's Seal is given in pulmonary consumption and bleeding of the lungs. It is useful also in female complaints. The infusion of 1 OZ. to a pint of boiling water is taken in wineglassful doses and is also used as an injection. It is a mucilaginous tonic, very healing and restorative, and is good in inflammations of the stomach and bowels, piles, and chronic dysentery. Mild Sedative: soothes nervousness, distress, irritation and inflammation associated with muscles and connective tissues, bursae, menstrual cramps Solomon's seal might decrease blood sugar. Insulin is also used to decrease blood sugar. Taking Solomon's seal along with insulin might cause your blood sugar to be too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely. The dose of your insulin might need to be changed. According to a study from China, the herb can treat clinical diseases such as cancer, Alzheimer’s, and diabetes mellitus. Laboratory analysis of Solomon’s seal found that it has chemical properties and vitamins to strengthen and heal the body.

In traditional Korean medicine, royal physicians would prescribe tea or treatments made from Solomon's Seal to cure a variety of ailments and health issues: It is a great remedy for providing relief from injuries, gastrointestinal issues, issues related to women and many more. A hardy woodland plant with arching, elegant stems that gracefully bow to create a stunning mass that undulates in the breeze, Polygonatum multiflorum has long been prized for the healing capabilities found in its roots. Its name comes from the Greek for “many knees” and is believed to have derived from the numerous knots or swellings of its roots and the numerous joints of the stem; while its common name, Solomon’s seal, or sigilum Salomanis, is said to have originated from depressions in the roots that resemble royal seals, although there is also indication that it was so named because of the root’s virtue in sealing and healing up wounds and broken bones. InsulinInteraction Rating: Moderate Be cautious with this combination.Talk with your health provider.Historically, Solomon’s Seal is also known as an expectorant. It promotes the discharge of mucus and phlegm from the lungs and throat by means of spitting or coughing. It also reduces irritation in such organs because of its mucilaginous qualities. In TCM, when used as a traditional yin tonic for the body’s mucous membranes, Solomon’s Seal moistens and provides energy (chi or qi) to the lungs, improving breathing and oxygenation to the blood. Better lung function leads to more abundant metabolic energy. Solomon’s Seal is known to have a mild regulating effect on the heart muscle because it contains small, safe amounts of the substance convallarin, a cardio glycoside. Although this is a potent chemical constituent, it seems to be in insufficient quantity to be of concern or use. The National Institutes of Health is currently researching Solomon’s Seal’s effectiveness as a heart tonic and blood pressure regulator.

Aside from the root, other components of the plant, particularly the berries, are considered toxic. It is essential not to consume it to avoid unexpected illness. Conclusion Solomon’s-seals are typically used as foliage plants (even though the flowers are nice, they are not particularly conspicuous), for their coarse texture and architectural presence. They combine well with bleeding hearts ( Dicentra), ferns, hostas, Colleen O’Bryant is a trained herbalist and not a licensed doctor or registered healthcare practitioner. She cannot and does not claim to diagnose health conditions, nor prescribe medicines. Colleen O’Bryant does not claim that the information and products she provides to Client will prevent, alleviate, or cure any diseases or medical conditions. The information and products Colleen and Wild Roots Apothecary provides is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment. Please consult your medical care provider before using herbal products, particularly if you have a known medical condition, allergy or if you are pregnant or nursing. Always consult a medical doctor before modifying your diet, using any new product, drug, supplement, or doing any new exercises. Wild Roots Apothecary statements and products have not been evaluated by the FDA and they are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition. Client understands that Colleen is not yet certified by the American Herbalists Guild, but by working with clients such as yourself she is gaining the required hours of practice to apply towards her certification. Although Solomon’s Seal has been widely used and praised worldwide for over 3500 years (named by King Solomon of lore!), American herbalists and users of natural remedies have only recently discovered its effectiveness for a variety of ailments.

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Many people apply this medicinal herb straight to the skin for getting rid of blemishes, acne, and pimples.