Healing with Buchu

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Buchu

Buchu The Buchu King is long forgotten, but herbalists have considered this herb a urinary antiseptic ever since.

Premenstrual Syndrome - Many women complain of “bloating” from water retention before their periods. Buchu is an ingredient in two over-the-counter diuretics (Fluidex and Odrinil) marketed to relieve the bloating of premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

High Blood Pressure and Congestive Heart Failure - Physicians prescribe diuretics to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. These are serious conditions requiring professional care. Consult your physician about including buchu as part of your treatment plan.

Urinary Tract Infection - Most modern herbals continue to recommend buchufor urinary tract infections. One study of its effects on the bacteria that cause these infections showed no benefit, but herbal experts continue to stand behind it as an infection fighter.

Rx for Buchu

For relief of bloating due to PMS, try an infusion or tincture. You might also try these preparations for relief of chronic urinary tract infections.

For an infusion, use I to 2 teaspoons of dried, crumbled leaves per cup of boiling water. Steep 10 to 20 minutes. Drink up to 3 cups a day. Buchu has a minty aroma and a pleasant, minty taste.

In a tincture, take 112 to I teaspoon up to three times a day. Do not give buchu to children under age 2. For older children and people over 65, start with low-strength preparations and increase strength if necessary.

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