Benefits Swedish Bitters To Improving Your Health

By Toni Vang


Swedish bitters are a mixture of bitter herbs that are believed to come into place in the early 16th century. A Swiss botanist and physician, Dr. Paracelsus was the first person to discover this herb that was later brought forward in the later years. There are other great physicians who have written about bitters, how to use them and the health benefits Swedish bitters. They include Maria Treben and Dr. Claus Samset, who have for long advocated for this powerful herb.

The herbs are quite bitter but have a range of health benefits including healing chicken pox. They contain angelica, myrrh, rhubarb, senna leaves, flowering ash as well as other great herbs that are great for the health of human. However, it is important to consult your doctor if you have diarrhea or are pregnant.

The herbs are associated with alleviating digestive disorders. Most of the time, we experience bloating, or excessive fullness have having a meal. It is so discomforting such that we cannot perform our day to day functions. The bitter herbs are a great remedy for such situations. They stimulate the production of digestive enzymes and the stomach acid that help in breaking the food own. Moreover, they stimulate peristalsis that is the contractions that help in pushing food through the digestive system.

The medicinal mixture is also helpful in alleviating pain associated with bites from insects. You will have to apply directly and rub in gently immediately after the bite. It will ensure that the pain is relieved immediately, and the discomfort alleviated.

Throat infections can also be relieved by gargling a solution of this mixture of herbs. They also minimize hoarseness that are caused by throat infections. You can otherwise resort to adding the solution to a mug of herbal tea and drink it before and also after every meal.

The bitters are also great for soothing toothaches and tongue blisters. Maris Treben recommends using a tablespoon of the mouthwash of this herb diluted in water to alleviate tongue blisters. For toothaches, she suggests that you use the same mouthwash three times a day to relieve pain.

Bitters also aid in regulating the production of insulin in the pancreas. It is imperative since it helps in preventing spikes of the blood sugar level that can cause chance in energy levels and moods. Additionally, it aids in stabilizing the level of sugar in the blood hence slowing down Candida overgrowth. Of most importance is their role in promoting the function of the liver. It stimulates bile production that aids to metabolize and promote the smooth elimination of fats. The liver is also prepared to process nutrients more efficiently.

Lastly, these herbs can help boost your immune system. First it reduces stress levels that enables the adrenals to function properly. When your adrenals are unhealthy and do not function properly, your immune system is weakened hence you are vulnerable to disease. In addition, the bitters repair the gut lining which prevents Leaky Gut Syndrome. It is the disease that food in the intestines leaks into the blood stream resulting in an immune response.




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