Agoniada, also known as agonia, arapuê or mango jasmine, is a medicinal plant widely used to relieve menstrual cramps and regulate the menstrual cycle, but it can also be used to treat respiratory problems, such as asthma and bronchitis, for example. , due to its anti-asthmatic properties.
This plant can be found in health food stores and costs an average of R$20.00. The agoniada flowers are normally used to make tea to relieve menstrual cramps.
The use of agoniada is not recommended for pregnant women or women who are breastfeeding and its consumption must be monitored by a doctor or herbalist due to the health risks when consumed in excess.
What is it for
The agoniada has laxative, febrifuge, antidepressant, anti-asthmatic, antispasmodic, analgesic, diuretic and calming properties, and can be used for various purposes. However, this plant is most used to stimulate and regulate the menstrual cycle, as it is capable of stimulating the activity of the gonads and, consequently, the production of hormones, regulating the menstrual cycle and relieving the common pain and discomfort of PMS.
Thus, agony can be used to:
- Regulate the menstrual cycle;
- Assist in the treatment of amenorrhea and dysmenorrhea;
- Relieve PMS symptoms;
- Reduce menstrual cramps;
- Help in the treatment of inflammation in the uterus and vaginal discharge.
Furthermore, this plant can be used to help treat asthma, skin diseases, bronchitis, gas and worms, for example.
agony tea
Agoniada tea for menstrual cramps can be made with both the bark and the flowers, this part being the most used.
Ingredients
- 10 g of agoniada flowers;
- 1 liter of water.
Preparation mode
To make the tea, simply place the flowers in water and let it boil for approximately 10 minutes. Then strain and drink 4 times a day without sweetening.
Contraindications for agoniada
This plant is not recommended for children, pregnant or lactating women. Furthermore, it is important that the consumption of this plant is monitored by a doctor or herbalist, as excessive use can have some consequences, such as diarrhea, increased menstrual flow, sterility, miscarriage and even death.
