Side Effects, Risk Factors of, and Cautions for Blood Root
It may cause Low Blood Pressure, Vomiting, Faintness, Vertigo, Burning in Stomach and Intense Thirst. Large dosage can be highly toxic. Pregnant and nursing mothers should not use this herb.
Description
Blood Root is a flowering plant.
It is perennial.
It grows in a moist climate.
It grows up to 15 Cm.
Best used for Skin Diseases, Bronchitis.
In TCM:
Meridians Associated : Lungs and Liver.
Cancer Treatment : Useful in treating Lungs Cancer and Liver cancer.
Dosage : Taking Herbs in the form of tincture are very effective. Take its 10 to 15 drops daily.
Note : This is to notify that Blood Root is also known as Red Root and it is different from another herb with the same name Redroot. Please check the botanical names of these 2 herbs.
Blood Root General
Bloodroot is an everlasting flowering plant. It is a member of Papaveraceae family. Bloodroot is found in North America, East Asia and some parts of India. The name of the Bloodroot is derived from the orange red juice present in its Rhizome which is identical to human blood.
Talking about Skin problems only, Bloodroot is a quality herbal treatment for Skin conditions like Warts and Moles. When you apply Bloodroot directly to the wounds, it removes the damaged Tissues. Bloodroot extracts are applied directly to inhibit Tumor growth thus treats Skin Cancer.
Bloodroot is good for Cardiac problems. It is affective in Heart Palpitations and improves Blood flow in the body. In High Blood Pressure conditions, it calms Anxiety, Nervousness and regulates High Pulse Rate.
Bloodroot maintains Oral Hygiene. It inhibits bacterial growth and reduces the risk of bacterial infections. This helps to protect teeth from Dental plaque and Gingivitis. Bloodroot is the key ingredient of Herbal Toothpastes and Mouth Rinse. It prevents
tooth decay and other Gum Diseases. Bloodroot gives relief from severe Tooth Ache.
Take Bloodroot for Sore Throats, Bronchial Infections, Bleeding lungs and Sinus conditions. It is a herbal treatment for Respiratory diseases. Bloodroot tincture is a good herbal treatment for Pneumonia, Cold and Whooping Cough.
Bloodroot paste is effective in treating Joint Pains. It helps in Arthritis and Rheumatism. It helps in pain, stiffness and swollen Joints. Its dosage should be low to cure Inflammation and Pain.
Keywords : Skin Conditions, Wounds, Heart Palpitations, Tumor, High Blood Pressure, Anxiety, Nervousness, Toothache, Gum Diseases, Gingivitis, Pneumonia, Cold, Whooping Cough, Arthritis, Swollen Joints, Inflammation, Pain.
Single HerbMake infusion of blood root. Have half cup two times a day .
Make an infusion of Blood root. Take twice a day.
Bloodroot for Stomach Disorder
Take 1 tsp of Bloodroot juice twice a day .
Make a decoction of the Blood root plant. Take once a day
Take decoction of the leaves of Blood root twice a day.
Apply Blood Root Extract on the affected skin. It is easily available in the market.
Topically apply the fluid extract.