Greater Celandine, known botanically as Chelidonium majus, is an herbal supplement that may be helpful in treating severe hepatic illnesses, biliary, and renal diseases, and for easing liver and bile pains. According to the American Cancer Society, Celandine has been used to treat numerous health problems, including intestinal and digestive problems, and eye irritation. Celandine has been reputed to treat gallstones and gallbladder pain. It has an agent that helps to gradually and favorably alter the course of an ailment or condition and it also helps to alter the process of nutrition and excretion and restore normal bodily function. Greater Celandine herbal extract has been used to ease inflammation of gout, arthritis, eczema, psoriasis, rheumatism and scrofulous diseases. Scientific research indicates that the herb's orange-yellow sap contains alkaloids that combat viruses, bacteria, and fungi. Today the herbal tincture is used to remove cancerous tumors, tubercular skin lesions, fistulas, breast lumps, swelling, moles, ringworm, corns, calluses and warts Celandine is also a mild sedative which has been used historically for asthma, bronchitis, chronic tonsillitis and whooping cough. The tincture has also been used for facial, head and shoulder neuralgia.
Having a depurative property that purifies and detoxifies the liver and purifies the blood. The properties of this extract act to cleanse and stimulate the efficient removal of waste products from the system. Chelidonium majus is a hepatoprotective or a substance that supports normal liver function and protects the liver cells from damage. It is used to treat chronic liver disease and reduces inflammation and congestion in the liver, which may help prevent or treat liver fibrosis and jaundice. Greater Celandine may both stimulate and relax the gallbladder, in Europe, it is the belief that minor gall bladder problems cause indigestion. Celandine has been found to stimulate the flow of bile and pancreatic enzymes in treating biliary inflammation and obstruction, gallstones and infection, and hepatitis. It has been approved by the Commission E as a treatment for what we call dyspepsia, or digestive distress. People with impaired liver function should only use this herb under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
Digestive problems and intestinal issues typically marked by a nauseating feeling and stomach cramps may be resolved using Celandine herb. The extracts of Greater Celandine stimulate a cramp relieving action that helps to ease indigestion symptoms. The herbal extract can also help in healing stomach ulcers. The herb prompts the body to release more digestive enzymes, which helps improve overall digestion. People suffering from intestinal disorders like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) might also find some relief from the intake of Greater Celandine.
The primary components of Greater Celandine are alkaloids that have a very high medicinal value. In animal and human studies these alkaloids displayed, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and anticancer activity, that showed some success in treating several types and sites of cancer, including breast, cervical, colorectal, esophageal, ovarian, testicular and urethral cancers; malignant melanoma, optic nerve astrocytoma and Kaposi's sarcoma in patients with AIDS.
It has been used to lower blood pressure and may also be used as a mild diuretic. Chelidonine produces mild but a prolonged lowering of arterial blood pressure increases the production of urine and inhibits or delays the development of anaphylactic shock.
Greater Celandine supports heart health by lowering both blood pressure and cholesterol. Animal studies suggest that Celandine extracts might be useful to treat such heart ailments such as arteriosclerosis, in which the arteries become hard and narrow due to cholesterol buildup.
This herb is also a nervous system depressant and a mild sedative. Like the poppy, Greater Celandine has narcotic properties and is only ever used small doses. As a sedative, it aids sleeplessness, reduces tension and anxiety and relieves pain. It is given for debility and drowsiness that tends to occur after eating or sleeping and is given for paralysis.
Greater Celandine is believed to be effective in the treatment of an incurable herpes simplex virus. Celandine contains proteolytic enzymes that can inhibit viruses and possibly kill them. Greater Celandine tincture, when used externally, has been a traditional treatment for centuries to remove ringworms, moles, calluses, corns, scabies and other chronic skin disorders such as eczema. External applications of Celandine in an ointment may help clear away infections. Recent clinical trials from Russia and China have reported that a tincture of Celandine exhibited antiviral properties and was successful when applied topically for the removal of warts, papillomas (HPV), skin tags and other skin malformations.
The herb has a long history of use for eyesight problems, this holds good for defective vision and is a prophylactic for healthy but strained eyes. Greater Celandine herbal extract is used topically for eye inflammations and cataracts and spots on the cornea may disappear gradually when the diluted extract is brushed gently over closed eyelids towards the corners. The dilution may even help in cases of a bleeding or detached retina.
Ingredients: Celandine Leaf, Structured Water, 20% Alcohol.
Non-Alcohol: Celandine Leaf, Structured Water, and Vegetable Glycerin.
All of our ingredients are Certified Organic, Kosher, or Responsibly Wildcrafted. No genetically modified organisms (GMO's) are involved. All other products that are distributed by us meet our high-quality standards.
Instructions: Use 6-12 drops in juice or water, under the tongue, or as desired. May be taken 3 times daily. Shake well. Store in cool, dark place. Keep out of reach of children.
Contraindications: Celandine Herbal Supplement carries strong warnings and is subject to restrictions in some countries and may cause severe irritation of the mucous membranes. Pregnant and nursing women should never use this herb, nor should children or those who have liver disease. Its use should always be carried out under the care of a qualified healthcare practitioner. Chelerythrine, an ingredient in Celandine, is a narcotic, and excess use causes sleepiness and coughing. Note: Greater Celandine should never be confused with Lesser Celandine - an entirely different plant with different applications.
Disclaimer: The information presented herein by New Way Herbs is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own healthcare provider.
