Herb
Shepherd's Purse
A common roadside weed traditionally used as a tea and poultice to help slow bleeding.
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🌱 What it is
Shepherd's purse is a widespread weed whose whole plant has traditionally been used to support blood clotting.
✨ Why it's good for you
- May help support clotting for minor bleeding
- Traditional support for heavy menstrual flow
- Simple tea or poultice preparation
🥄 How to use it
Make a teaA warm drink made by steeping herbs in hot water. How to make a tea → from the dried whole plant and drink, or apply a poulticeMashed plant material applied right on the skin. How to make a poultice → of the crushed fresh plant to a bleeding area.
How much: 1 cup of teaA warm drink made by steeping herbs in hot water. How to make a tea →, 2-3 times daily; apply poulticeMashed plant material applied right on the skin. How to make a poultice → externally as needed.
Why it works: Contains compounds thought to support blood clotting, traditionally used to ease heavy menstrual flow and minor external bleeding.
⚠️ Cautions
- Avoid in pregnancy — may stimulate the uterus
- Not for significant or internal bleeding — seek emergency medical care
- May interact with blood-clotting medications
📚 What others say
- Natural Remedies Encyclopedia (7th ed.)
🕊️ A word of encouragement
Even in small troubles, you are not alone. Lean on God's care and on the people who love you.
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