Broom is a shrub that was used in medieval times. Herbalist used to mix the ashes of burnt broom with white wine to cure fluid retention.
In more recent times it continued to be used as a diuretic. It was also used in remedies for kidney, bladder and liver disorders. Gout and sciatica were also treated with it.
Broom was also used in cases of excessive menstrual flow and was an anticoagulant. It was used to treat low blood pressure and sometimes heart disease. However, it had to be used with great caution, since it could adversely affect the heart or respiratory system.
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