Find Out What Benefits Swedish Bitters Can Provide Your Body

By Kristen Baird


Proponents of natural healing swear by Swedish Bitters as a powerful herbal tonic that can treat a wide variety of health issues. First developed in the 16th century by the physician Paracelsus, this potent concoction became even more effective as a medicine through the research of Sweden's Dr. Klaus Samst in the 19th century, and Maria Treben, a modern-day, Austrian herbalist. Stronger immunity, longer life, higher energy, and healing are just some of the benefits Swedish Bitters offers those who can overlook its distinctive taste.

The tonic comes in different forms, depending on how it is prepared. Some recipes use more than twenty types of herbs that can be either dried and ground into a mix, or added to alcohol. Some of the most common herbs used for making Swedish Bitters include theriac venetian, angelica root, myrrh, saffron senna, rhubarb root, aloe, camphor, and thistle root amongst others.

Checking with a doctor before taking this supplement is recommended as with all other natural preparations. People who are experiencing diarrhea, and mothers who are pregnant or nursing should not take it just to err on safety's side. It can normally be taken 2-4 times each day as a one-teaspoon dose added to tea or water without adverse effect.

An effective digestive aid, Swedish Bitters can help prevent bloating, indigestion and discomfort that can follow ingesting a meal. It is believed to stimulate the stomach, liver, gallbladder, and salivary glands to increase secretion of enzymes needed for digestion if taken before eating. Regulation of bowel movements and prevention of constipation have also been noted from its use.

Insect bites and skin conditions which are characterized by itching, like chicken pox, can also respond positively to the application of this tonic. Just dabbing a little of the mixture onto the skin helps soothe itching and irritation which can prevent scratching, leading to faster healing. The early the condition is treated, the better the outcome.

A sore throat which occurs as a result of a bacterial or viral infection can also get better by drinking or gargling with Swedish Bitters. Pain will become less, and the voice will not be as hoarse when speaking. If gargling, 3 tablespoons should be mixed with water, and if drinking it is preferred, 1/2 teaspoon added to tea can be taken as many as six times a day before eating.

It can also be used orally to treat pain caused by tongue blisters or toothaches. Adding 1 tablespoon to a glass of water and swishing with it is one approach that can help either problem, or for pain in a tooth, a soaked cotton ball can also be held in place on top of the affected tooth to ease discomfort.

Anyone with low energy or chronic fatigue syndrome may also stand to benefit by taking this supplement, as it is known to help restore energy levels and prevent tiredness. The anti-inflammatory properties it contains can also bring significant relief of pain and stiffness to people who suffer from arthritis, or other conditions or injuries of the joints.




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