Meadow Goat's Beard (Latin Filipendula ulmari or Herba Filipendulae) belongs to the rose family and is also known as forest beard, meadow queen, sparrow bush or meadowsweet. The latter name comes from the fact that the plant was often used as an additive in the brewery of mead (sweet honey wine). So in this case it has nothing to do with the “girl” in the sense of girl.
Meadow whiskers can be used in the area of chronic pain, fever and inflammatory to rheumatic diseases - very similar to drugs from the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), e.g. Aspirin, diclofenac (Voltaren) or ibuprofen. In addition, wild goat's beard also has a sweat and diuretic effect. This also gives it a cleansing effect, as some toxins can be excreted through sweating and urine. Meadow whiskers can thus be used, for example, in rheumatism, febrile infections (preferably with lady's mantle) and as a pain reliever.
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Not to be used (Contraindications) it should be used in the case of a known allergy to aspirin and stomach ulcers.
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The effect of the goatee can be characterized as pain relieving, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory. These effects are based on the compound acetylsalicylic acid contained in the plant.Acetylsalicylic acid (often also abbreviated as ASA) is also the active ingredient of the better-known drugs aspirin and diclofenac (trade names including Voltaren), which therefore work in the same way in the body.
Specifically, ASA inhibits an enzyme (Cyclooxygenase), which in turn are called Prostaglandins manufactures. Prostaglandins have different roles in the body. The triggering of inflammatory processes as well as the strengthening of blood coagulation and pain perception are important at this point. A production inhibition, as it is caused by ASA, also dampens inflammation, blood coagulation and the sensation of pain. This explains the field of application of the goatee and also that of aspirin, namely as an anti-inflammatory, “blood thinner” (anticoagulant) and as a pain reliever.
$config[ads_text2] not foundAs with ASA, when using meadow goat's beard - regardless of the dosage form - it should be noted that excessive use can lead to stomach problems. Because some of the prostaglandins described above also stimulate the production of the stomach-protecting mucous layer and at the same time reduce the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach. Both are protective mechanisms of the stomach against the corrosive hydrochloric acid. If these mechanisms are switched off (also through excessive consumption of goat's beard), there is a risk of damage to the stomach wall, and as a consequence so-called "Ulcers“, That is, chronic ulcer-like mucosal defects in the stomach. In addition, gastric bleeding and even gastric perforations can occur as a result. The symptoms are stomach pain and heartburn.
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If used correctly, however, the goatee can be extremely helpful for pain and inflammation. Traditionally, the plant can also be used for rheumatic diseases. This is the reason for the pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory effect, which is precisely aimed at the causes of an autoimmune disease. In contrast to traditionally administered drugs such as aspirin or diclofenac, however, meadow goat's beard has fewer side effects due to the reduced dosage. A supplementary application to already prescribed anti-rheumatic drugs is therefore conceivable. In order to rule out the risk of future stomach problems, however, it is advisable to consult your doctor.
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A tried and tested form of administration of Meadow Goat's Beard is tea. Boiled parts of the plant should be left to soak for 10 minutes, otherwise the active ingredients of the tea will not get enough into the tea. Theoretically, all parts of the plant can be used for the preparation, since the entire plant is edible. But the flowers are particularly suitable for making a tea.
$config[ads_text2] not foundMeadow goatskin tea usually tastes slightly sweet to herbaceous-tart. Areas of application result from the range of effects of the ingredients. For example, taking Meadow Goat's Beard tea can help with febrile infections or rheumatic complaints. Use as regular medication or even as a substitute for "blood-thinning" (anticoagulant) drugs is not recommended, as the amount of the herbal active ingredient varies depending on the plant and is therefore very inaccurate. In addition, the salicylic acid contained in the goatee damages the gastric mucous membrane when continuously ingested, as the production of the protective mucous layer in the stomach is reduced and the acid in the gastric juice can attack the mucous membrane.
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