Red clover | Trifolium pratense 

Red clover has traditionally been used as a natural remedy for*:

Childhood and adult eczema

Childhood and adult psoriasis

Whooping cough

Bronchititis

Spasmodic coughs generally

Leg ulcers

Side effects and contraindications

No known side effects or contraindications are known within the recommended doses.

Because red clover contains estrogen-like compounds, there is a possibility that its long-term use would increase the risk of women developing cancer of the lining of the uterus. Studies to date have been too brief (less than 6 months) to evaluate possible long term effects.

While there are no known side effects for prgenant and breast feeding women, it is generally advised that they should only take herbal remedies under advise from a qualified practitioner. This also applies to women who have breast cancer or other hormone-sensitive cancers

Active compounds:

Isoflavones including biochanin A, formononetin and genistein. Phenolic glycosides, coumarins, cyanogenic glycosides

Adult tincture dosage:

Based on a 1:3 ratio tincture take 2ml to 6ml three times a day

When taking herbal remedies always use tinctures not tablets

*You should not use this website for diagnosis or treatment.

Naturopaths treat the whole person not just the disease or condition. That's why you cannot use this site for diagnosis or treatment. The information we provide should not be treated as a substitute for medical advice or treatment. We recommend that you visit a qualified naturopath or find a GP who is sympathetic to a naturopathic approach

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Buying Red clover

If you wish to buy organic red clover tincture

Try www.organic-herbal-remedies.co.uk

Information about Red clover

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