Trifolium pratense
What are the benefits of Red Clover Tea?
- Promotes general health
- Supports menopausal issues
- Eases hot flashes, mood swings
- Offers estrogen-promoting qualities
- Cleanses liver and gallbladder
- Soothes respiratory system
Parts Used - Flowers and blossoms
Description - Red Clover is a perennial commonly seen across sandy meadows throughout North America, Europe and Asia. It has several stems reaching 1 to 2 feet tall, leaves ternate, leaflets ovate, nearly smooth. The flowers are red or purple and very fragrant.
Properties and Uses - Modern herbalists classify Red Clover as an isoflavone that can help balance hormonal issues in menopausal women. Both men and women use it to soothe their respiratory system from seasonal or cold weather concerns. As a gargle, it can be useful for cleansing the mouth and gums.
Dose - 1 to 2 cups per day
Suggested Use: Loose Tea: Place one teaspoon in cup of boiling water. Allow to steep 3-5 minutes. Strain, serve, and enjoy. Steep time and amount of tea used can be adjusted to suit your taste. Tea Bag: Place one tea bag in a cup of boiling water. Allow to steep 3-5 minutes. Spice: Use according to your favorite recipe instructions.
Red clover is known as an alterative agent—in other words, one that produces gradual beneficial changes in the body, usually by improving nutrition; also known as a “blood cleanser.” It is a traditional remedy for psoriasis and eczema. However, the mechanism of action and constituents responsible for red clover’s purported benefit in skin conditions are unknown. Modern research has revealed that red clover also contains high amounts of isoflavones, such as genistein, which have weak estrogen-like properties.2 Modern research has focused on a red clover extract high in isoflavones as a possible treatment for symptoms associated with menopause and cardiovascular health in menopausal women. To read more, click here.
