Woad Herb Uses, Benefits, Cures, Side Effects, Nutrients

Avoid long term use.
It may trigger an asthma attack or an allergic reaction in people who are allergic to Analgesic medicines.
Avoid in case of Spleen and Stomach deficiency due to Cold.

Woad is a leaf of a flowering plant.
It is biennial.
It grows in a temperate climate.
It grows up to One Meter.
Best used for Skin Diseases.

In TCM :
Woad Leaf : Da Qing Ye
Woad Root : Ban Lan Gen

Meridians Associated : Liver, Lungs and Stomach.

Cancer Treatment : Useful in treating Blood Cancer.

Woad is a good herbal treatment for the inflammation associated with Viral or Bacterial Infections and Fever associated with Cancers.

Woad is commonly known as Dyer's Woad. The root of Woad possesses Antibiotic properties.
It boosts the Immune System. It is used for treatment of Flu, Fever, Tonsillitis, Sore Throat, Herpes, Hepatitis and Skin Infections.
The leaves possess Antiinflammatory, Anticancer and Antibacterial property. It inhibits the growth of Cancer cells. The leaves are used both internally and externally. It also treats spasms in children.
Woad is a detoxifier. It treats infectious conditions like Mumps and Coughing of Blood.