Stomatitis, natural remedies

Mallow, the plant that cures all ailments

Powerful anti-inflammatory action useful to counter gastritis and cystitis, counteracts gastric ulcers, helps in case of cough, hoarseness, sore throat and inflammation of the oral cavity, excellent cleanser of acne-prone and impure skin, counteracts skin spots, psoriasis and couperose.

The Greek poet Hesiod laughed, in one of his poems, at those who did not know the properties of the plant, compared to real treasures. Orazio used to say that he ate only this plant, olives and chicory and Charles the Great ordered its cultivation in all the imperial gardens. We are talking about common mallow, a plant whose properties have been known since ancient times, so much that in the sixteenth century the doctors declared that anyone who drank a mallow tea for that day would chase away a...

Essential oil of white thyme, the breath of Zeus

Antibacterial action, useful in case of acne and blackheads, soothes itching, irritation and insect bites, helps in case of gingivitis, stomatitis and canker sores, antitussive and antispasmodic properties, useful in case of cough and bronchitis, has been demonstrated its beneficial action in case of alopecia areata.

Thyme, scientific name Thymus vulgaris, is a plant known and appreciated for centuries for its properties. For the ancient Greeks the scent of thyme was considered the breath of Zeus and thyme was revered as a sacred plant. Today we can buy the essence of thyme contained in small bottles and obtained by steam distillation of the herb. From thyme, however, two types of essential oils can be obtained, the essential oil of red thyme, very powerful, and the essential oil of white thyme, obtained fro...

Black currant, herbal tea

Relieves muscle tension, helps in case of rheumatism, stomach pain but also water retention, stones, gingivitis and stomatitis.

The blackcurrant, scientific name ribes nigrum, is a shrub of the Grossulariaceae family, can reach 2 meters in height and is characterized by very dark fruits or berries. In herbal medicine, different parts of blackcurrant are used, for example its young buds are used to prepare glycerine macerate, which we have already talked about previously as a remedy for allergies. But even the blackcurrant leaves, once dried, are very interesting in the herbal medicine field and are the ingredients for po...

Privet

Anti-inflammatory properties useful to treat problems of the oral mucosa and the upper airways, useful in case of pharyngitis, bronchitis, stomatitis and canker sores, anti-catarrhal and cicatrizing action of the mucosa.

The privet, scientific name Ligustrum vulgare, is a shrub that belongs to the Oleaceae family. Known and appreciated for its ornamental role, it is commonly used indeed to delimit gardens and properties, it is also used in herbal medicine for its anti-inflammatory, cicatrizing and anti-catarrhal properties useful to treat especially the oral cavity and the upper respiratory tract. In particular, from the buds of the privet a powerful glycerin macerate is obtained, you can take 50 drops of this p...

Grapefruit seeds

Antioxidant, antimicrobial, antibacterial and antiviral properties, useful to treat the cold sores but also fungal infections, candida, cystitis, sore throat, cough and aphthae, useful to disinfect the hands and to counteract acne and pimples, used as a preservative in the DIY cosmetics.

Grapefruit, scientific name citrus paradisi, is a plant belonging to the Rutaceae family whose fruits are appreciated as a basis for juices or smoothies. However, today we aren’t speaking about the grapefruit pulp but about the seeds, that are contained inside the fruit. From these seeds an extract for external use with antifungal, antibacterial, antiviral and antioxidant properties is obtained, this extract is indeed able to act on the structure of the cell membrane of the pathogens and therefo...

Manuka essential oil

Antiseptic, antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal action, useful against pimples, acne, warts, cold sores, nail fungus, candida infections, high healing power for a fast healing of wounds, helpful against blisters in mouth, stomatitis, sore throat and hoarseness, able to counteract rheumatism and muscle pain, gives a sense of calm in case of intense shock, emergency remedy in case of panic attacks and anxiety.

Manuka, scientific name Leptospermum scoparium, is a plant native to new Zeland and Australia. From the leaves of this plant, through steam distillation, an essential oil with antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties is obtained, able to treat different types of problems related to skin and with a soothing action in case of anxiety and fears. Let’s see the main uses. Acne, mycosis, candida infections, wounds, blisters, warts and insect bites – Manuka essential oil is a powerful antis...

Rubus fructicosus

Astringent and anti-inflammatory properties, useful in case of diarrhea, acne, eczema, irritations, ulcers, cicatrizing and soothing effects on the mouth, canker sores, sore throat, stomatitis and hemorrhoids.

Rubus fructicosus is a spontaneous bush belonging to Rosaceae family together with rose, strawberry, apple tree and raspberry. Its fruits, the wild blackberries, are delicious and have also important healthful properties against constipation, they improve digestion and soothe inflammations of the mouth and throat. But you can use also leaves, flowers and roots as a remedy to treat wounds and ulcers, to strengthen the gums, to heal hemorrhoids and against sour stomach or diarrhea. Remedy also for...

Althaea (marsh mallow)

Calm the problems of the respiratory tract, remedy against cough, bronchitis, cold sores, stomatitis, it is a relief in case of irritable bowel syndrome, diarrhea, useful in case of constipation or bladder and kidneys inflammation.

You can use all the parts of althaea: flowers, leaves and roots. Marsh Mallow can calm mucosa, for this reason it is a suitable remedy to treat all the forms of inflammation, it is useful to calm infections of the respiratory tract, such as sore throat, cough and bronchitis. The plant is a remedy against diarrhea, constipation, irritable bowel, bladder and kidneys inflammation due to kidney stone or cystitis. Externally Althaea can also be used in case of pimples, abscesses, cold sores, gum dise...

Raspberry

Vitamins and mineral salts, anticancer properties, able to protect the fetus thanks to the folic acid, diuretic and astringent properties, useful in case of diarrhea, intestinal inflammations, stomatitis, urinary tract infections and sour stomach, able to balance the hormonal system.

You can use all parts of raspberry: fruits, flowers and leaves. Each part of the plant has indeed healthy properties: let’s see them in detail. Fruits – Raspberries are rich in minerals such as magnesium, phosphorus, iron, potassium, zinc, but also vitamins, especially vitamin C with anti-inflammatory properties, vitamin A, E, K and vitamins of group B. In addition to this, according to recent studies, raspberries are also a valuable source of ellagic acid, a powerful antioxidant with anticanc...