Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria), which is also called mead wort is a medicinal herb that has been used successfully for healing in traditional medicine.

The efficacy of this plant is also investigated more in recent time.

Active ingredients such as salicylaldehyde, flavonoids, calcium, iron, tannins, esters, sulphur were responsible for the positive effects it was known for.

Here, spirulina and methyl salicylate are very effective.

Spirulina is a blue-green algae which contains vitamins, proteins and minerals.

Some of them are B vitamins, vitamin E, beta-carotene, antioxidants, phycocyanobilin and all these contribute to healthy functioning of the body system.

In addition, flavonoids which are contained in Meadowsweet are known for their positive effects in our body.

Tannins and some other valuable ingredients are also included.

Among other things, Meadowsweet also contains essential oils.

 

Meadowsweet for Pain

Meadowsweet is a painkiller.In fact, it’s a natural alternative to replace aspirin for headaches.

The Salicylaldehydes and salicylic acid methyl ester produce salicylic acid which acts similar to Acetylsalicylic acid, one of the contents of aspirin.

However, it is worth noting that people who are allergic to aspirin can also be allergic to Meadowsweet because the active ingredients are similar here and may cause bronchospasm.

Allergies are rare but if you suspect that you’re allergic to this natural medicine, you can discuss with your doctor before starting using this herb.

 

Meadowsweet for Fever, Cold and Cough 

Meadowsweet is an effective home remedy for fever, cold and cough.

 

Meadowsweet for Acne and pimples, blemishes and skin diseases

Meadowsweet is not only suitable for internal use, it can also be used on the body.

You can use Meadowsweet on your body. The fresh leaves of the plant can be made into Sud.

You can as well formulate your own creams and add Meadowsweet extract.

A good recommendation is the use of Meadowsweet as a bath additive.

Your special steam baths can be flavored with Meadowsweet.

It can also be prepared as tea for those suffering from heartburn and they would be relieved naturally when they take the tea for few weeks.

 

Some other applications of Meadowsweet 

Meadowsweet has been used centuries ago and was again discovered in modern times, as the demand for alternative remedies grows.

In some Traditions in the middle ages, Meadowsweet is known as agent and was used against epilepsy.

In addition, this herb was found helpful on urinary problems and cough.

Scientific studies have proven that this herb can be used for various illnesses such as stomach upset, peptic ulcers, joint disorders, bronchitis and others.

Also, it was found that, Meadowsweet has antioxidant effect.

This natural remedy can be used in the following illnesses.

  • Head pain
  • Stomach and intestinal problems such as bloating and diarrhea
  • Heartburn
  • Joint pain
  • Arthritis
  • Muscle cramps
  • Fever
  • Skin diseases
  • Pimples and blackheads
  • Colds and flu

 

Scientific studies in the effects of Meadowsweet

Some scientists from Russia examined the ingredients of Meadowsweet and discovered that Meadowsweet contains active substances that are reminiscent of animal produced heparin.

Heparin is used in treating different diseases such as thrombosis, and also to inhibit blood clotting.

Meadowsweet can therefore be used also for some other diseases and symptoms.

Another study was conducted in the University of Kragujevac, Serbia.

Meadowsweet also contain antioxidant as evidenced in the study.

It was now revealed that both the meadowsweet root and the leaves contain almost the same active ingredients and can be used for the same purpose.

 

Conclusion

Meadowsweet can be used in the kitchen to make special desserts, jams and beverages.

Also, the leaves of this plant can be used to flavor fish and dishes. It is worth in any case to use the plant while cooking.

It’s a very interesting flavor for many dishes.

Meadowsweet can be used as a medicinal herb.

To use this herb as a remedy, you can just brew a cup of tea with the dried leaves.

The water should be a little hot and not boiling. Boiling water makes the active substances in Meadowsweet ineffective.

Wait for a few minutes before you start drinking it.

Also, the leaves or the root can be used as broth or tincture for external application.

Tincture is made by adding alcohol. This can be used as your facial toner.

Meadowsweet is very good against skin blemishes, pimples and blackheads, as well as skin diseases.

It is also possible to give the decoction of the leaves, which is very effective in skin diseases.

Eczema for example, it can be added to bath water to relieve you from itching.

Meadowsweet can be used in the production of cosmetics, most especially, ointments and creams.

A good essential oil such as linseed oil should be used in making the meadowsweet oil.

People who are allergic to aspirin should try this medicinal plant with caution or first consult their doctor.

It is advised that pregnant women should not use Meadowsweet.

Meadowsweet is a very effective herb for pain of all kinds, fever and colds.