Organic Comfrey Root powder 1kg

Product Details

Botanical Name

Form

Herbal Actions :

Vulnerary – Substance that promotes the healing of wounds when applied topically

Astringent- Substance that causes constriction of mucous membranes and exposed tissues.

Demulcent – Substance that has a soothing effect on mucous membranes

Comfrey (Symphytum officinale) is an ancient herb that has been used topically since antiquity to help heal broken bones. In fact, one of its common names is knitbone. Over the centuries, comfrey has also been taken orally for a number of internal problems and given to humans and animals as a general tonic. Modern science has confirmed that comfrey contains substances that aid in the healing of bruises and bone, muscle and connective tissue injuries and may help ease joint pain.

Comfrey contains allantoin, a naturally occurring chemical which is known to help new skin cells form. It also contains other substances that encourage skin health and help to reduce inflammation. These substances make it a natural choice for muscle and ligament injuries, sprains, strains and broken bones. It may also be effective in the treatment of osteoarthritis, but because it is not safe for long-term use, it has limited applications for arthritis and other chronic conditions. Because comfrey contains at least eight different poisonous pyrrolizidine alkaloids that are absorbed through the skin and build up in the liver, it cannot be used on many skin conditions that involve openings in the skin, such as abrasions or skin ulcers.

Comfrey is well known for its healing power. It can be used internally & externally. It has the ability to heal bone, cartilage & soft tissue, therefore great in bruising, wounds, inflammation, arthritis & rheumatism. It’s also good for respiratory conditions, helps with irritation, expectorant & soothing. It showed to reduce inflammation, thereby making it useful in any gastric disorder such as colic & ulcers.

Comfrey Leaf which provides Vit B12 as well as being an excellent herb that may help with the healing of cartilage and all soft connective tissue.

Equine use.

Comfrey has been used for thousands of years as a herb with abilities to mend broken bones.  Comfrey has proven  results  on wounds, tendons, fractures, sprains, ulcers and cartilage.  The allantoin content in comfrey is believed to accelerate the production of replacement cells, thereby minimizing the possibility of scar tissue, arthritis and proud flesh.  Comfrey should only be used for a short period of time and the leaves of the plant are used orally or as a compress/ poultice.

It can be used internally for stomach and duodenal ulcers, where it will have the same effect. Comfrey is also demulcent, producing a mucilage that coats and soothes irritated tissues. It will help reduce inflammation, and at the same time lessen scarring.