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SELDERIJ, Apium graveolens |
| Parts used: Seeds |
| Constituents:
Volatile oil, Coumarins, Furanocoumarins; bergapten, Flavonoids. Vitamins; A, B, C and E |
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| Actions |
Indications |
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Diuretic strong |
Cystitis, urinary stones, impotence |
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Urinary antiseptic |
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Spasmolytic |
Flatulence, indigestion/persistent pain, colic, hysteria, anorexia |
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Anti-rheumatic |
Rheumatism |
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Nutritive |
General toxemia |
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Herbal extract,
15-30mL per week |
Energetics: Bitter/sweet, pungent, neutral, moist |
Meridians: kidney, bladder, lung |
Contraindications: Kidney disorders and pregnancy |
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