Women are not alone in experiencing issues with their breasts. Men experience those too, but in a different manner. Men complain about big breasts, as opposed to women who complain about having small breasts.
What’s wrong with having gynecomastia or more commonly known as ‘man boobs’? Well, for one, this can be a source of embarrassment for men. They end up getting teased or bullied for their chests. They avoid activities that require them to show their chests to everyone.
Gynecomastia actually goes away eventually, but if these men can’t endure the difficulty any longer, they can ask for the help of various plants such as meadowsweet.
What is Meadowsweet?
Meadowsweet, with the scientific name Filipendula ulmaria and also referred to as filipendula, dropwort and queen of the meadow, is a mild but effective herbal medicine that you can use to treat various diseases.
The fragrant meadowsweet is unique in such a way that its leaves smell differently from that of the flowers. It has delicate and creamy-white flowers clustered with a strong and sweet smell. The herb has a pleasant taste and flavor.
They contain salicylates, and are said to have astringent, diuretic, tonic, and depurative properties. The green parts have an aromatic scent, and serve as strewing herb. Its scent is like that of almonds.
What is Meadowsweet used for?
Meadowsweet is used for treating colds, bronchitis, heartburn, upset stomach, joint disorders and peptic ulcer disease. It also helps increase urine output as well as kills germs found in urine. To add, it helps fight infections and relieve pain brought by sore muscles and joints.
Meadowsweet can also be made into tea; letting it stand for a while can make salicylic acid seep into the tea. Aside from its diuretic effects, it can also help provide relief from headaches.
Aside from its medicinal components, you can also use meadowsweet to clean and deodorize. It also works as a flavoring for beers and an ingredient for soups. Women can also soak it in rainwater to make it become an astringent and skin conditioner.
How Meadowsweet Fights Gynecomastia?
Meadowsweet is a diuretic, which means it gets rid of the body’s excess water. Doing so will remove water weight, and can possibly help with weight loss.
Gynecomastia is said to be caused by several factors, one of them being obesity. Losing weight may not immediately help get rid of gynecomastia, but weight loss components can help a man gain a firmer body; hence, he can get rid of man boobs.
How Meadowsweet is Taken?
Meadowsweet can be taken in the form of teas, in capsules or in extract form. Be careful in taking it. Using meadowsweet for too long can lead to an upset stomach, or worse, kidney damage.
Don’t take meadowsweet without the approval of a medical professional as it may have adverse effects on your health. The amount of meadowsweet will actually depend on how strong your medicine is. If taken appropriately, though, it’ll be safe for most people.
Meadowsweet mustn’t be taken if you’re taking blood thinning medicines or medications for swelling or pain. Pregnant and breastfeeding women must also request for clearance from their doctor before they can take meadowsweet.
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