Red Clover
trifolium pratense

PART USED
Blossoms

COMMON USE
A very useful remedy for skin problems, especially safe for children,
it is effective againstchronic skin problems such as psoriasis.
Expectorant and anti-spasmodic action of red clover make it helpful
in the treatment of coughs and bronchitis,
but especially in whooping cough.
An alterative with exceptional blood cleansing properties,
red clover is indicated in a wide range of problems
when approached in a holistic sense.

Fluid extract of Trifolium is used as an alterative and antispasmodic.
Infusion made by 1 ounce to 1 pint of boiling water
may help with cases of bronchial and whooping-cough.

FORMENTATIONS AND POULTICES
of the herb have been used as local
applications to cancerous growths.

DOSAGES
Traditionally, red clover is taken as a tea,
by adding 1 cup (250 ml) of boiling water
to 2–3 teaspoons (10–15 grams) of dried flowers
and steeping, covered, for ten to fifteen minutes.
⁶ Three cups (750 ml) can be drunk each day.

Red clover can be used in capsule or tablet form,
equivalent to 2–4 grams of the dried flowers.
1/2–3/4 teaspoon (2–4 ml) of tincture
three times per day may be taken.

Standardized extracts providing
40 mg isoflavones per day are available.

1 drachm of fluid extract,
This herb is included in the Hoxsey formula.
15 to 40 drops 2-4 times daily.

1 to 2 drachms of infusion.

Red clover has been used in connection
with the following conditions
(refer to the individual health concern
for complete information):
Cough
Eczema
Menopause

Reliable and relatively consistent scientific data
showing a substantial health benefit.

Contradictory, insufficient, or preliminary studies
suggesting a health benefit or minimal health benefit.

An herb is primarily supported by traditional use,
or the herb or supplement has little scientific support
and/or minimal health benefit.



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