The Serpão is a medicinal plant, also known as Serpil, Serpilho and Serpol, widely used to treat problems of menstruation and diarrhea.
Its scientific name is Thymus serpyllum and can be purchased at natural products stores, handling pharmacies and at some free trade shows.
What is the serpent for?
The snake serves to help in the treatment of arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, diarrhea, stomach problems, rheumatic pain, epilepsy, spasms, fatigue, constipation, hair loss and cough.
Properties of the snake
The properties of the snake include its antibiotic, antispasmodic, antiseptic, carminative, healing, digestive, diuretic, expectorant, tonic and vermifuge actions.
Mode of use of the serpent
The used part of the serpent is its leaf.
- Sprig tea: Put 1 tablespoon of the snake leaves in a cup of boiling water and let stand for 10 minutes. After straining and drinking.
Side effects of the snake
No side effects of the snake were found.
Contraindications of the snake
It is contraindicated for pregnant women, infants, children under 6 years of age, individuals with respiratory allergy and patients with gastritis, gastric ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, colitis, Crohn's disease, liver problems, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease and other neurological problems .