Comfrey is a plant indigenous to Europe. The comfrey leaves have been used for centuries for treating various health problems. The medicinal property of comfrey leaves is primarily attributed to its bioactive compounds such as allantoin, tannins and rosmarinic acid. In the folk medicines, the dried comfrey leaves are used for topical application as salve and poultice. They are also used for making herbal concoction and taken internally to treat certain ailments. Of course all of products are meant for external use only. Please don't eat the soap.
*Reduces Osteoarthritis Pain Degradation of the joint tissues is a common problem in older adults that leads to osteoarthritis. Traditionally, inflammation and pain of the joints affected by osteoarthritis is treated with poultice prepared with comfrey leaves. The effectiveness of this topical herbal remedy is supported by clinical studies. The compound allantoin found in comfrey leaf helps in suppressing activities of inflammatory mediators in the joints, thereby providing relief from inflammation and pain.
*Slows Down Osteoporosis Comfrey leaf is an excellent source of calcium and amino acids that help in strengthening the bones. Folk healers recommend drinking herbal concoction prepared with the calcium and protein rich leaves to strengthen the bones and slow down progression of osteoporosis.
*Treats Eczema Herbalists recommend applying compress with tea prepared with comfrey leaves to dry the open sores and promote healing of the skin affected by eczema flare-ups. The astringent effect of the comfrey tannins helps in reducing excessive dryness of the skin, itching, irritation and pain.
*Reduces Varicose Veins The anti-inflammatory property of comfrey leaves helps in healing varicose vein. To reduce the swelling and pain caused by the enlarged vein, apply poultice prepared with fresh comfrey leaves on the affected area. Alternatively, applying warm compress with comfrey tea also helps in treating varicose veins.
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