Benefits of Red Clover Herb

You can get the benefits of red clover herb or trifolium pratense from the red clover blossoms, clover leaf and clover seed. Red clover blossoms contain many natural chemical compounds. Among them are daidzein, genistein, coumaric acids and beta sitosterol.

All these compounds have antioxidant, anthelmintic, estrogenic , anti-estrogenic and anti angiogenic properties. Red clover is also an expectorant and a blood cleansing herb. This is one of the reasons herbalists recommends red clover extract for treating various ailments.

In addition to the isoflavones, red clover leaf contains protein and about 10 amino acids. The leaves also contain calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, potassium, manganese and copper.

Some of the Benefits of Red Clover Herb

1. Support physical and emotional well being during and after menopause. Red clover plant has been used for centuries to treat menstrual and menopausal problems. This herb may also regulate menstruation.
   
   
   
2. They are natural human estrogen receptors. This herb is a potential remedy for fertility and reproductive problems.
   
   
   
3. Studies showed that the compounds in red clover blossoms may reduce the risk of breast cancer. And because of its anti angiogenic effect, extract of red clover blossoms may stop the growth of cancer cells such as breast, prostate, colon, brain and cervical cancer. Red clover may also fight leukemia.
   
   
   
4. The beta sitosterol in red clover blossoms may help reduce bad cholesterol level and high blood pressure. And this means reducing the risk of heart diseases.
   
   
   
5. Studies have shown that genistein in red clover is effective in removing intestinal parasites and tapeworms in humans.
   
   
   
6. It may help treat skin problems such as psoriasis and eczema. Diaper creams made from extracts of red clover are available to treat diaper rashes.
   
   
   
7. The expectorant properties in red clover make it a beneficial herb to relieve respiratory problems such as asthma. It helps clear mucus from the lungs and ease chest discomfort.
   
   
   
8. Because of its antioxidant properties, taking red clover supplement may strengthen your immune system and reduce the risk of infections.
   
   
   
9. Red clover tea is a good home remedy if you are having cough and cold. It may also relieve stomach upsets.
   
   
   
10. As a blood purifying herb, one of the benefits of red clover is it cleanses the liver from toxins and impurities.
    
    
    
11. Red clover may also help in treating burns, ulcers and syphilis.

Red Clover Side Effects

Even though there are many health benefits of red clover, this herb may not be suitable for everybody. If you are on medication, pregnant, lactating or have any chronic diseases, please seek advice from your doctor first before taking red clover.

Extracts of red clover blossoms, seeds and leaves are available in the form of capsules, liquid extract, tincture and red clover powder. They are also available in red clover tea bags and sold whole and dried.

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