Ivy (Hedera Helix) Extract
In the old English Leechbook of Bald it was recommended to boil tender ivy twigs in butter and apply the result to ease sunburn. Culpeper recommended the leaves for boils and ulcers. Today, the leaves are sometimes used by herbalists to treat slow healing wounds, abscesses and burns. The plant contains a component called hederagenin, which at high plant concentrations is effective in treating cellulitis and oedema.
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We must stress that the medical use of plants requires expert knowledge. In this respect, the book is a reference work rather than a guide to practical application. Under no circumstances should readers use the information in theses pages for home treatments of self-administration without first taking expert advice from their medical profession or qualified herbal practitioner.
Always seek medical advice for any persistent symptoms and never undertake self-education if already on a course of prescribed treatment, without the advice and guidance of your doctor.
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Herbal materials should only be used by qualified medical practitioners or herbalists. The use of herbs for self medication is not recommended, and a doctor should always be consulted
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