Broom is a valuable remedy where there is a weak heart and low
blood pressure. Since it is also a diuretic and produces peripheral
constriction of the blood vessels while increasing the efficiency
of each stroke of the heart, it can be used where water retention
occurs due to heart weakness. Broom is used in cases of over-profuse
menstruation.
Description
Broom is native to British Isles and Europe. It is naturalized
in North America, South Africa and parts of Asia.
Dosage
Infusion: Pour a cup of boiling water onto l teaspoonful of the
dried herb and let infuse for 10-15 minutes. This should be drunk
three times a day.
Tincture: Take 1-2ml of the tincture three times a day.
Combinations : Broom can be combined with Lily of the Valley and
Hawthorn Berries when treating the heart.
Safety
CAUTION: Consuming high doses of this herb can cause unwanted
symptoms of impaired vision, vomiting and profuse sweating. Do not
use Broom in pregnancy or hypertension.
Broom contains alkaloids and hydroxytyramine, and should not be
used except under proper medical supervision.
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