Red Clover

Trifolium pratense

Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western folk medicine have used this plant as a diuretic, a cough expectorant, and an alterative. Red clover is considered beneficial for chronic conditions, particularly those afflicting the skin.

What is Red Clover used for?

• MENOPAUSE -

• Modern research has revealed that red clover also contains isoflavones, such as genistein, which have weak estrogen-like properties – thus may help alleviate menopausal symptoms. Recent research indicates that the isoflavones found in red clover have a protective effect on cardiovascular health through the menopause.

• CELL PROTECTION (Prostate) –

• Research suggests that isoflavones from red clover extract appear to be a suitable alternative treatment for prostate health. Studies suggest that dietary supplementation with red clover isoflavones may provide a non-toxic dietary treatment for prostatic hyperplasia.

• RESPIRATORY SUPPORT-

• Red clover has expectorant and anti-spasmodic effects making this an ideal remedy for the treatment of coughs and bronchitis.

• SKIN TONIC –

• Red clover is one of the most useful remedies for skin problems particularly

ECZEMA.

As an alterative herb, red clover is helpful for promoting the skin’s healing process.