- What is ash used for
- Ash properties
- How to use ash
- Side effects of ash
- Ash tree contraindications
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The ash tree is a medicinal plant, also known as common ash, widely used as a diuretic in rheumatic problems and to reduce fever.
Its scientific name is Fraxinus angustifolia Vahl and can be purchased at some health food stores or pharmacies.
What is ash used for
Ash is used to treat health problems such as gout, rheumatism, cellulite, cholesterol, obesity, bad breath, urea accumulation, excess uric acid, constipation, kidney stones and fever.
Ash properties
The properties of ash include its diuretic, laxative, purifying, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, healing and rejuvenating analgesic action.
How to use ash
The used parts of the ash tree are its bark and leaves, to make teas, infusions and poultices.
- Ash infusion: Boil 10 g of chopped ash leaves in 1 liter of water and drink the tea up to 3 times a day.
Side effects of ash
There are no known side effects of ash.
Ash tree contraindications
No contraindications for ash are described.
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