Menstruation

Heavy bleeding in menstruation was treated with cinnamon, plantain, sage or nettles. An older remedy suggested that three or four lemons should be taken daily to reduce excessive bleeding in menstruation.

Dock and borage were used as a remedy for menstrual irregularity, and chamomile was used for this in Greek and Roman times. Other remedies were witch hazel, rose and rosemary.

Marigold and sage were used to regulate menstruation, as were carrots. Ginger, myrrh and watercress were considered to be effective in promoting menstruation and in bringing on delayed periods.

Painful periods were thought to be relieved by a number of herbs. These included groundsel, lavender, motherwort, pennyroyal, rue and skullcap.

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