- What is it for and benefits
- Medicinal properties of boldo
- How to make boldo tea
- Possible side effects of boldo
- When not to be used
There are 2 types of boldo, the Brazilian is a small shrub, and the boldo-do-chile, which is a larger tree.
Boldo is a medicinal plant, also known as boldo-do-chile, boldo-afragans or boldo-real, widely used as a home remedy for the liver. Its scientific name for boldo is Peumus boldus Molina and can be purchased at health food stores and drugstores.
What is it for and benefits
The boldo is used to treat poor digestion, liver problems, gallstones, gout, constipation, cystitis, flatulence, headache and cold sweats. Boldo is also a good home remedy to cleanse the blood.
Boldo tea does not lose weight, but it can help to deflate the belly because it helps fight intestinal gas, making the belly smoother.
When used in excess it can be toxic and promote uterine contractions, favoring abortion, so in case of pregnancy or suspected pregnancy this tea should be avoided.
Medicinal properties of boldo
The properties of boldo include its gallbladder stimulating action, diuretic, antispasmodic, anesthetic, antiseptic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, depurative, detoxifying, stimulating, sedative, tonic and deworming.
How to make boldo tea
The used parts of the boldo are its leaves.
- Bilberry tea: add 1 teaspoon of dried bilberry leaves in 150 ml of boiling water. Let it sit for 10 minutes and take it warm 2 to 3 times a day, especially before and after meals.
See a good use of this plant: Home remedy for poor digestion.
Possible side effects of boldo
Side effects of boldo include miscarriage, vomiting, diarrhea and nervous system problems.
When not to be used
Bilberry is contraindicated in pregnancy because it can be abortive and also for patients with inflamed and obstructed bile ducts, acute hepatitis or pancreatitis.
