Vinegar

Vinagreira is a medicinal plant, also known as guinea cress, sorrel, guinea cururu, student grease, gooseberry, hibiscus or poppy, widely used to treat fever and spasms.

Its scientific name is Hibiscus sabdariffa and can be purchased at health food stores, drugstores and some open markets.

What is the vinegar for

The vinegar is used to help in the treatment of gastrointestinal spasms, uterine colic, poor digestion, gastroenteritis, high blood pressure, constipation, poor appetite, skin infections, varicose veins and hemorrhoids.

Properties of the vinegar

The properties of the vinegar include its anesthetic, flavoring, antispasmodic, digestive, diuretic, emollient, laxative and vasodilatory action.

How to use the vinegar

The parts used in the vinegar are its leaves and flowers, to make salads, jellies, juices or teas.

Vinegar infusion: put 1 teaspoon of vinegar in a cup of boiling water and let it soak for 10 minutes, then strain and drink. Drink up to 2 cups a day.