Ground Ivy | (Glechoma hederacea) Tincture

Ground Ivy (Glechoma hederacea) 🌿🌸

Ground Ivy, also known as Creeping Jenny or Alehoof, is a medicinal herb with a long history of use for its anti-inflammatory, diuretic, and respiratory health properties. It contains flavonoids, tannins, and essential oils, which make it a versatile plant for treating coughs, digestive issues, and kidney-related concerns.

• Respiratory Health:
• Relieves congestion and supports recovery from colds, bronchitis, and sinus infections.
• Acts as an expectorant, helping to loosen mucus in the respiratory tract.
• Anti-Inflammatory Properties:
• Reduces inflammation, particularly in the sinuses, respiratory system, and joints.
• Digestive Health:
• Eases indigestion, bloating, and mild gastrointestinal discomfort.
• Helps with the detoxification of the digestive system.
• Wound Healing:
• Applied topically as a poultice to promote healing of cuts, wounds, and skin irritations.
• Ear Health:
• Traditionally used as a remedy for earaches and to reduce inflammation in the ear canal.
• Diuretic Effects:
• Promotes urination to help flush toxins and support kidney and bladder health.
• Detoxification:
• Assists in clearing toxins from the body, particularly through the kidneys and liver.
• Anti-Microbial Properties:
• Helps fight infections caused by bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
• Headache Relief:
• Can be used to relieve mild tension headaches when taken as a tea or tincture.
• Allergy Relief:
• May help reduce symptoms of seasonal allergies due to its anti-inflammatory effects.
• Liver Support:
• Traditionally used to promote liver health and aid in detoxification processes.

Who Should Avoid Ground Ivy?

⚠️ Pregnant or Breastfeeding Women – There is insufficient research on the safety of Ground Ivy during pregnancy and breastfeeding, so it should be used cautiously or avoided.
⚠️ People with Kidney Disorders – Although Ground Ivy supports kidney health, it acts as a diuretic, and people with pre-existing kidney conditions should consult a healthcare provider before using it.
⚠️ Individuals on Diuretics or Blood Pressure Medication – Ground Ivy may interact with diuretics and medications that affect blood pressure, so it’s important to use it under a doctor’s guidance.
⚠️ People with Allergies to Mint Family Plants – Ground Ivy is in the mint family (Lamiaceae), so those with sensitivities or allergies to mint should use caution.