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Clover is a perennial herbaceous plant of the legume family. The leaves are usually threefold (some species have 5-9 leaflets). The flowers are small, of various colors, collected in spherical inflorescences – heads.
Vitamin composition
The composition of the clover includes:
- Glycosides trifolin and isotrifolin;
- Tannins;
- Essential oils;
- Organic acids;
- Carotene;
- Vitamins B₁, B₂, C, E, K.
Effect
Clover has expectorant, diaphoretic, diuretic, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects on the body. It is also used for painful menstruation, heavy uterine bleeding, anemia, inflammation of the bladder, bronchitis, bronchial asthma and shortness of breath.
Cooking method
100 grams of clover (flowers and leaves) pour 200 ml of hot water. The resulting broth is infused in a thermos for 24 hours (shake periodically). Take a tablespoon before meals 3-4 times a day.
Side effect
Allergic reactions are possible. With prolonged use, nausea, headache, a feeling of bitterness in the mouth may occur.
Contraindications to use
Hypersensitivity to the drug, age up to 18 years, traumatic brain injury, brain diseases, liver diseases, severe renal dysfunction, alcoholism.
Consult a specialist before use.