Agrimony (Agrimonia eupatoria)

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(Agrimonia eupatoria)

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AGRIMONY (Agrimonia eupatoria)

DESCRIPTION: Agrimony works mainly on the liver, although it also works on the entire body. It has been used as a tonic because it tones the muscles of the body and strengthens them. Agrimony has also been known to be an astringent, which contracts and hardens tissue.
POTENTIAL BENEFITS: Agrimony has an effect on the kidneys, which has been used as a diuretic. Because of the astringent properties in Agrimony, contracting and hardening tissue, Agrimony has been known to assist in removing thorns and splinters from the body. It also aids in stomach problems because it helps with acidity and utilizing food in the gut.
POTENTIAL SIDE EFFECTS: None known at this time.
PARTS USED: The herb
GENERAL USAGE: Agrimony may be used for diarrhea, gastric disturbances, intestinal problems, gallbladder and liver disorders, kidney stones and skin diseases. Contains the Vitamins B3, K and niacin and the mineral, Iron.

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