Cleavers tincture is an herbal preparation derived from the fresh plant Galium aparine. It is widely used in traditional herbal medicine for its diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and lymphatic supportive properties. This tincture is made by soaking the chopped fresh plant in high-proof alcohol, which allows the herb's chemical compounds to be extracted effectively.
Plant Overview
Galium aparine, commonly known as cleavers, is a trailing plant that grows in dense clumps. It has square stems covered in tiny hairs and clinging leaves that resemble Velcro, making it cling to anything in its path. The plant produces small white flowers in late spring and early summer, followed by small lentil-sized fruits that are also cling-friendly.
Therapeutic Uses
Cleavers tincture is traditionally used as a tonic for stimulating the lymphatic system, improving its capacity, and decreasing congestion and inflammation in the tissues. The lymphatic system is responsible for detoxifying the body and delivering nutrients to the cells. Cleavers is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and bloodpurifying effects, making it a popular remedy for conditions like arthritis, gout, and other inflammatory conditions.
Additionally, cleavers tincture has been used to treat various types of cancer, including breast and ovarian cancer. The fresh juice is often ingested internally for its cancer-fighting properties. Cleavers has also been used historically as an anti-inflammatory and blood purifier, as well as for treating urinary tract problems such as cystitis, bladder and kidney inflammation, and acute edema.
Preparation and Usage
To prepare a cleavers tincture, freshly chopped galium aparine is soaked in high-proof alcohol, such as ethanol or brandy, for several weeks. The duration of maceration varies depending on the desired strength of the tincture. After straining and bottling, the clear, green-tinted liquid can be taken orally or used topically.
###剂量和准备
没有官方的标准化剂量指南。一般推荐使用新鲜植物制成的单分量滴剂，根据个人的体质和症状，可以每天服用1到几次不等。对于特定健康状况如甲状腺功能亢进、怀孕或哺乳期等，使用前应咨询医生。
准备和使用方法：
- 将切碎的新鲜植物放入搅拌机中。
- 在酒精中浸泡至少4周，以便有效提取草药成分。
- 浸泡过程中建议摇晃混合物以帮助成分融合。
- 浸泡完成后，过滤混合物并倒入干净的瓶子中保存。
- 口服剂量可以根据个人情况调整，但通常建议每次1到3茶匙，每日2到3次。
###注意事项
在使用之前，应该彻底冲洗干净并仔细阅读说明书，以避免不良反应。由于酒精可能导致皮肤干燥或刺激，因此建议在耳朵周围或敏感区域使用时谨慎行事。
在使用含有酒精成分的产品时，应确保有适当的医疗监督，特别是在妊娠期间或其他可能受影响的人群中。过量使用任何药物或酒精都可能导致严重的健康问题。
