Καλέντουλα (Νεκρολούλουδο, Calendula officinalis)

Calendula is one of the well-known and favorite herbs of Western healing practice. It was given its name by the ancient Romans, who observed the blooming of the flowers every first day of the Kalends. For this reason, you tend to use the herb for menstrual irregularity. The medicinal uses of the plant are multiple and ancient. It is used for its antispasmodic properties especially in the stomach, dysmenorrhea, it is anti-inflammatory, it helps to heal faster from wounds, as calendula ointment can be applied to a wound and help to close the wound as well as to protect against recurrence. A decoction of the plant helps with eczema and other skin conditions and is tonic.

To prepare a calendula infusion, add 1-2 tbsp. to a cup of boiling water. from the herb and leave it for 10-15 minutes in the water.

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