Boil the water, add the leaves, and let it steep for 10 minutes. Strain and drink twice a day.
Benefits:
Eases inflammation of the airways.
Alleviates nasal congestion and throat irritation.
Squash fresh leaves into a paste and apply directly to the clean wound.
Benefits:
It pushes cell regeneration thanks to its tannins.
Prevents infections due to its antibacterial action.
3. Sunburn (Cold Compress)
Preparation:
Boil 2 tablespoons of leaves in 1 cup of water, cool and apply with a clean cloth.
Benefits:
Eases redness and soothes pain.
Other Prominent Medical Uses
✔ Urinary tract infections: Plantain infusion with honey (3 times a day).
✔ Gastric ulcers: Juice of fresh leaves on an empty stomach (15 days).
✔ Hemorrhoids: Sitz baths with plantain decoction.
✔ Glucose regulation: Leaf decoction (1 liter a day).
✔ Oral health: Soaks with infusion for canker sores and gingivitis.
Medical Indications
✅ Recommended doses:
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