Meadow Sweet

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🌿Ingredients: Filipendula ulmaria (Meadow Sweet) aerial parts, carefully harvested and dried. 💊Capsule: HPMC plant fibre  •  🌱Daily Intake: 3 Capsules / 1 g Powder (or as directed)

 

Traditional Background

Meadow Sweet is a classic European meadow herb, once sacred to the Druids and later a favourite in traditional Western herbalism. It has long been valued as a “cooling”, soothing herb for the digestive system, joints and general comfort. It was historically used for sour stomachs, head comfort and overall ease in times of overindulgence.

Active Constituents

Salicylate compounds: Meadow Sweet naturally contains salicylate-like constituents, which are thought to contribute to its traditional use for head and joint comfort. These are generally present in a gentle, whole-herb context.

Tannins: Astringent compounds that help tone and soothe mucous membranes, especially in the digestive tract.

Flavonoids & phenolic acids: Provide antioxidant support and assist in maintaining a healthy inflammatory balance.

Traditional Uses

Digestive comfort: Traditionally used for “acid” or sour stomach, upper digestive discomfort and general soothing of the gut lining.

Head & joint comfort: The salicylate-containing nature of Meadow Sweet has seen it used for promoting comfort in the head, muscles and joints.

Cooling & balancing: Often described as a cooling herb, used to support general comfort during times of internal heat or irritation.

Properties

Soothing, mild anti-inflammatory (traditional), astringent, digestive tonic, cooling, supportive for head and joint comfort.

Key Traditional Applications

Meadow Sweet has been traditionally used to support:

  • Comfortable digestion and a calm upper digestive tract
  • Head comfort in times of tension or overindulgence
  • General joint and muscle ease
  • Cooling, soothing balance to internal heat or irritation

Important Notes

Because Meadow Sweet naturally contains salicylate-like compounds, it may not be suitable for individuals with a known sensitivity to salicylates (including aspirin sensitivity) or for children with viral infections.

Use caution alongside blood-thinning medications or other salicylate-containing products. Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals, and those on medication, should consult a qualified practitioner before use.

This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products.