To use Acacia as a healing agent to close small wounds on the skin it is advisable to apply a compress on the spot. Already to use Acacia to increase the appetite or treat the flu or cold, it should be consumed in the form of tea.
- Acacia tea: Put 1 teaspoon of acacia peels in a cup of boiling water and let stand for a few minutes. Strain and take 2 times a day.
- Acacia compress: Dilute 20 ml of acacia bark tincture in 500 ml of water and apply at the desired location for pain relief.
Acacia is a medicinal plant, popularly known by Angico, widely used for the treatment of skin wounds, respiratory and dermatological diseases. The used part of the acacia are its leaves, flowers and seeds, being used in the form of tea or compresses.
Its scientific name is Acacia horrida L. and it has small green leaves and yellow flowers. It can be easily bought in natural food stores and markets, in the form of tea and plant.
What is Acacia used for?
The acacia is used to treat cases of weakness, lack of appetite, rickets, respiratory diseases such as bronchitis, asthma, pharyngitis and tuberculosis, as well as being excellent in the treatment of wounds, ulcers, diarrhea and leucorrhoea.
Properties of Acacia
The main properties of acacia are related to its antibiotic, antimicrobial, stimulating and healing action.
Side Effects of Acacia
Acacia, when taken in excess, can have side effects such as hallucinations.
Contraindications of Acacia
Acacia is contraindicated for children under 12 years of age, in pregnancy, lactation and in the elderly.
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