Onagre is a medicinal plant of the family Onagraceae, also known as Erva-do-norte, Erva-dos-burros, Enotera or Boa-tarde, widely used as a home remedy for female disorders, such as premenstrual tension or ovarian cyst. .
It is a plant native to the Americas that can be found in the wild in temperate climate countries, although it is currently a large-scale herb cultivated to extract oil from its seeds, barning the oil.
- The scientific name of Onagra is Oenothera biennis and can be purchased in health food stores.
- Pharmacies.
- Open markets and some markets.
Onagre helps treat skin problems, headaches associated with premenstrual tension, asthma, scarring, water retention, infertility, ovarian cyst, endometriosis, breast mass, impotence, weak nails, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, high cholesterol, phlebitis, hemorrhoids, Crohn’s disease, colitis, constipation, hives, depression, acne, dry skin and Ray disease.
In addition, Onagra can also be used to combat the effects of alcohol poisoning, as it stimulates the regeneration of the damaged liver and helps the patient to stop alcohol, being indicated for depression caused by alcoholism.
Onagra has astringent, antispasmodic, sedative, antioxidant, antiallergic, anti-inflammatory, antiallergic, circulatory and hormonal regulation properties.
The parts used in the primer are its roots, which can be used to make salads, and the seeds can be used to make primer oil capsules.
The recommended dose of priming oil in capsules is 1 to 3 g per day or as directed by your doctor. It is advisable to use the primer with vitamin E, for better absorption.
Side effects of Onagre include nausea and poor digestion
Onagra is indicated for pregnant women, lactating women and patients with a history of epilepsy.