Sacred shell is a medicinal plant widely used to treat constipation, due to its laxative effect that favors the evacuation of faeces, its scientific name is Rhamnus purshiana D.C.and can be purchased from health food stores and some pharmacies.
Shell extract is metabolized by gut bacteria, producing substances that stimulate intestinal transit, facilitating evacuation.
- Sacred shell is generally used to combat constipation.
- But it can also help to lose weight.
- As it has properties that decrease fat absorption.
- In addition to boosting fat digestion.
- And can also be used to control cholesterol.
This plant has laxative, diuretic, stimulating and tonic properties, so it can be used to combat water retention, weight loss, help combat constipation, bloating, unregulated menstrual flow, hemorrhoids, liver problems and dyspepsia.
Sacred Cascara should not be used by pregnant women, as it may cause abortions, infants, children under 6 years of age and patients suffering from appendicitis, dehydration, intestinal obstruction, nausea, rectal bleeding, vomiting or abdominal pain.
Despite many benefits, the use of sacred shell can cause the appearance of certain side effects, such as:
To avoid side effects, it is recommended to use the sacred shell under medical supervision and following the daily doses suggested by the manufacturer, which are usually 50 to 600 mg per day divided into 3 daily intakes, in the case of the capsule capsule.
The dried bark of the sacred shell is used to make teas and infusions.
Preparation: put 25 g of shells in a saucepan with 1 liter of boiling water, let stand for 10 minutes.Drink 1 to 2 cups a day.
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