Ash is a medicinal plant, also known as common ash, widely used as a diuretic in rheumatic problems and to reduce fever.
Its scientific name is Fraxinus angustifolia Vahl and can be purchased at some health food stores or compounding pharmacies.
What is ash tree used for?
Ash tree is used to treat health problems such as gout, rheumatism, cellulite, cholesterol, obesity, bad breath, urea accumulation, excess uric acid, constipation, kidney stones and fever.
Ash properties
The properties of ash include its diuretic, laxative, depurative, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, healing and rejuvenating action.
How to use ash
The parts of the ash tree used are its bark and leaves, to make teas, infusions and poultices.
- Ash infusion: Boil 10 g of chopped ash leaves in 1 liter of water and drink the tea up to 3 times a day.
Ash side effects
There are no known side effects of ash.
Contraindications of ash
There are no contraindications described for ash.
