Ash is a medicinal plant, also known as common ash, widely used as a diuretic in rheumatic problems and to reduce fever.
Its scientific name is Fraxinus angustifolia Vahl and can be bought in some natural products stores or manipulation pharmacies.
What is the ash used for?
Ash is used to treat health problems such as gout, rheumatism, cellulite, cholesterol, obesity, bad breath, accumulation of urea, excess uric acid, constipation, kidney stones and fever.
Properties of ash
Ash properties include diuretic, laxative, depurative, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, healing and rejuvenating analgesic.
Mode of use of ash
The parts used of ash are its bark and leaves, to make teas, infusions and poultices.
- Ash Infusion: Boil 10 g of chopped ash leaves in 1 liter of water and drink the tea up to 3 times a day.
Side effects of ash
There are no known side effects of ash.
Contraindications of ash
No contraindications to ash are described.
Useful link:
- Homemade solution for fever
