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Common Name: Motherwort

Latin Name: Leonurus cardiaca

Family: Lamiaceae

Granny Good's Naturals Motherwort is naturally grown using organic methods. By clicking on this item, you will receive 4oz. dried Motherwort.

Folklore: As indicated by its name, this extraordinary herb is a woman's best friend. It is a member of the mint family and as such, will spread at will in the garden however, no woman can ever grow too much Motherwort! For any woman experiencing hormonal imbalance, this is the herb for her. Do you experience PMS or heart palpitations from menopause? This is the herb for you. Do you have irregular periods or do you suffer from menstrual cramping? Yes, you guessed it, this is the herb for you!

The Japanese have coined this herb, "The Herb of Life" and the Chinese believe Motherwort promotes long life. Not only is it an excellent tonic for the uterus, heart and reproductive organs but Motherwort helps relieve cramping during menses, helps regulate periods, soothes the nervous system and helps control mood swings while moderating hormonal imbalance. It virtually erases irritability. This herb can also bring on delayed menstruation in young women.

Granny Goods uses Motherwort as the main ingredient in the Menopause Survival Tonic however, this tonic is excellent for any woman experiencing any other symptom described here.

During menopause, some women suffer from heart palpitations and as indicated by its name (cardiaca), Motherwort relaxes and strengthens cells in the heart and reduces blood pressure. Studies have shown Motherwort to prevent internal blood clots, thereby helping to prevent heart attack.

Motherwort has been found to alleviate insomnia and depression. At times of extreme emotional upset, Motherwort tonic should be at hand.

Motherwort contains stachydrine, bitter glycosides, phytosterols, volatile oil, tannins, minerals and carotenes.

Cautions: Motherwort can bring on labor and contractions hastening childbirth therefore, do not use during pregnancy. Do not use if you have endometriosis, fibroids or if you have a heavy menstrual flow as Motherwort may cause an increase in flow.

These statements have not been evaluated by the U.S. FDA. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.