Scientific Name : Scutellaria
Skullcap is a flowering perennial plant native to North America used for centuries by Native Americans as a sedative, tranquilizer, and to treat menstrual disorders.
Health Benefits
- Encourage healthy and restful sleep in those suffering from sleep disorders, such as insomnia.
- Balance stress hormone levels and reduce anxiety.
- The anti-inflammatory properties of this herbal tea make it a popular remedy for inflammatory bowel diseases, as well as arthritis, in addition to chronic inflammation conditions.
- Alleviating menopause symptoms, such as hot flashes and night sweats, vaginal dryness and heart palpitations.
- Hormonal balance.
- May relieve symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) such as irregular menstrual cycles, infertility, excess facial hair growth and hair thinning.
Serving Suggestions:
Place 1 to 2 teaspoons of dried Skullcap herb in a cup of boiling water. Allow to steep for 10 – 15 minutes. Strain, optionally sweeten, and enjoy for a peaceful night’s sleep.
Precaution: Skullcap might cause sleepiness and slowed breathing. Taking skullcap with sedative medications might cause breathing problems and/or too much sleepiness.
Storage: All dried herbs should be stored in an airtight container out of direct sunlight.
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