Health Benefits

Hydrangea
Most of hydrangea’s health benefits come from the root, which is usually collected in the fall. The most common use for hydrangea is for the kidneys and bladder because of its effective diuretic quality which helps increase the flow of urine. This takes impurities out of the system and lessens the likelihood of infection along the entire urinary tract, which includes the kidneys, bladder, prostate (in men) and urethra. Diuretic herbs like hydrangea are a helpful addition to cleansing programs to assist in the elimination of toxins.
Hydrangea is considered an anti-lithic herb, which prevents stones or gravel from forming in the kidneys and bladder. Anti-lithic herbs can also assist the body in removing stones and gravel from these organs. This was a significant use of hydrangea by Native Americans.
This wonderful herb is also known to be a tonic, as it produces a healthy reaction from the kidneys and bladder so that they can function better. Other uses for hydrangea include its diaphoretic properties (promoting perspiration and cooling the body) and its influence on the circulatory system. The bark was used by the American Indians externally for wounds, burns, sore muscles and sprains.

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