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Sarsaparilla is a medicinal plant of the Smilax aspera species, rich in flavonoids and saponins that give it anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, diuretic and depurative properties, being therefore popularly used as a home remedy to assist in the treatment of gout., rheumatism or arthritis, for example.
The normally used part of sarsaparilla is the root, from which substances with medicinal properties are extracted, and can be found in natural products stores or manipulation pharmacies in the form of powder or capsules, or in its natural form for the preparation of tea.
Sarsaparilla should always be used under the guidance of a doctor or other he alth professional who has experience with the use of medicinal plants.
What is it for
Sarsaparilla has anti-inflammatory, diuretic, aphrodisiac, depurative, stimulating and toning properties, being normally indicated for:
- Drop;
- Arthritis;
- Rheumatism;
- Swelling;
- Syphilis;
- Diabetes;
- Psoriasis;
- Acne.
Also, sarsaparilla can aid recovery and can be used in natural energy drinks.
Although it has many benefits, this medicinal plant is not a substitute for medical treatment and should be used under the guidance of a doctor or an herbalist.
How to use
Sarsaparilla can be used in the form of tea or capsules, prepared with the root of this plant.
1. Sarsaparilla Tea
Sarsaparilla tea must be prepared using the dried root of the plant.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of dried sarsaparilla root;
- 250 mL of water.
Preparation mode
Add the ingredients in a pan and boil for about 3 or 4 minutes. After that time, cover the pan and let it rest for 10 minutes. Then strain and drink one to two cups a day.
2. Sarsaparilla Capsules
The sarsaparilla capsule should be taken orally, with a glass of water, with the normally recommended dose being 1 capsule of 500 mg, 2 to 3 times a day, or as directed by your doctor or doctor. by the herbalist.
Possible side effects
The most common side effects of sarsaparilla usually arise when the plant is consumed in larger amounts than recommended, and gastrointestinal or kidney irritation may occur.
Therefore, the use of sarsaparilla should only be done with medical or phytotherapist indication with individualized doses.
Who should not use
Sarsaparilla should not be used by children, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or people who are allergic to this plant or any component present in the capsules.
Furthermore, this plant should not be used by people who have high blood pressure, heart or kidney failure, or anemia.
Sarsaparilla should also not be used by people who use drugs such as digoxin or lithium, as it interferes with the action of these drugs, increasing the risk of intoxication or side effects.
It is important to inform the doctor of all medications that are used to avoid decreasing or increasing the effect of the medication.
