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Goldenrod

General Information

OTHER NAMES: Solidago canadensis, Solidaginis herba, Solidago virgaurea


HISTORY: Has been used for centuries (Germany 1500, Native Americans)


PROPERTIES: Diuretic, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antioxidant, antibacterial, antispasmodic

Considered Uses

Respiratory: Colds and flu, allergies, emphysema


Cardiovascular: May help lower blood pressure


Gastrointestinal: Hemorrhoids, periodontal disease, liver problems, mouth inflammation, indigestion


Genitourinary: Possibly deters kidney stones (German Commission E), urinary tract infection, urinary tract pain, possibly overactive bladder


Musculoskeletal: Arthritis, gout, inflammation, muscle spasm, joint pain, muscle spasm, swelling,


Skin: Minor wounds, eczema


Mental Health: Stress, depression


Glucose: May help stabilize glucose levels (NIH)


Immunity: Supports immunity


Cancer: Possibly anti-cancer (NIH)


Infectious Disease: TB


Other: Diuretic, lowers fever, appetite stimulant, anti-aging (preliminary studies)


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SIDE EFFECTS: Heartburn, rash, heartburn


CONTRAINDICATIONS: Latex allergy, diuretics, lithium, heart disease, kidney disease


FORMS: Tea, dried, poultice, extract, tincture, oils


RECOMMENDED BRANDS

No recommended brands available at this time


DOSAGE: As directed

Reported doses - often NOT supported by evidence (reported by various sources (WebMD, RxList, Epocrates, German Commission E, NIH publicationsand others). Read dosages and instructions carefully when available on the label.


  • Avg: 6-12 gm daily

  • Tea: 1 cup 2-4 times daily or 1-2 tsp dried herb in 150 ml hot water

  • Extract: 0.5-2 ml 2 to 3 times daily

  • Tincture (1:5 in 45% ethanol): 0.5-1 ml 2 to 3 times daily


Note: Flowers bear a very similar resemblance to ragweed, but goldenrod has long single petals and long narrow leaves)


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Goldenrod

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