Alum Root in Medicinal Herbs

Curative properties

Aphthas or mouth sores: do gargles with the leaf infusion.

Diarrhea: very helpful for children.  Drink the leaf infusion.

Toothache: to stop bleeding from a tooth extraction, apply compresses or grinded leaves directly over the painful area.

Pharyngitis: do gargles with the leaf infusion.

Nasal hemorrhages:  apply as compresses over affected area.

Hemorrhoid: boil and drink the infusion 3 times a day or apply as compresses over affected area.

Menstrual problems:  controls excessive loss of blood.  Drink the infusion.

Gastric ulcer: drink the leaf infusion.

Preparation 

Compresses: submerge any natural porous fiber in the infusion and place it over the affected area until discomfort diminishes.  Can also be used cold.

Infusion: add 10g of the plant into boiling water. Cover and let stand between 5 to 10 minutes.  Do not drink more than 2 times a day.

Precaution
In case of pregnancy or nursing, do not use without medical supervision.   

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