Nasturtium is a medicinal plant, also known as nasturtium, mastruço and nasturtium, which can be used to treat urinary tract infections, scurvy and skin diseases.
Its scientific name is Tropaeolum majus L. and can be purchased in health food stores and some compounding pharmacies.
Nasturtium indications
Nasturtium is used to treat urinary tract infections, acne, skin allergies, dandruff, eczema, scurvy, lack of appetite, strengthening the scalp, aging skin, insomnia, digestive problems, fluid retention, depression and wound healing.
Nasturtium properties
The properties of nasturtium include its antibiotic, expectorant, disinfectant, digestive, antiseptic, depurative, digestive, stimulating, sedative, purgative and diuretic action.
How to use nasturtium
The parts of nasturtium used are its flowers and leaves, to make teas, infusions, juices or salads.
- Nasturtium infusion for dandruff: Add 4 tablespoons of chopped nasturtium to ½ liter of boiling water and then wash your hair with this infusion.
See a way to use this plant: Home remedy for urinary tract infection
Nasturtium side effects
The side effect of nasturtium is gastric irritation.
Nasturtium contraindication
Nasturtium is contraindicated for patients with gastritis, hypothyroidism, heart or kidney failure and pregnant or lactating women.
