Yellow dock root, derived from the Rumex crispus plant, is a traditional herbal remedy with various properties and benefits:

1. Detoxification: Yellow dock root is known for its detoxifying effects, as it helps stimulate the liver and supports the elimination of toxins from the body.
2. Digestive Aid: Yellow dock root is considered a digestive tonic, as it aids in digestion and helps alleviate issues like constipation and indigestion due to its mild laxative properties.
3. Antioxidant: Yellow dock root contains antioxidants that help combat free radicals in the body, contributing to overall health and potentially reducing the risk of chronic diseases.
4. Anti-inflammatory: Yellow dock root has anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce inflammation and alleviate symptoms associated with inflammatory conditions such as arthritis or skin irritations.
5. Skin Health: Yellow dock root has been traditionally used for skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and rashes due to its anti-inflammatory and detoxifying properties. It may help promote healing and alleviate itching and discomfort.
6. Immune Support: The vitamin C content in yellow dock root can help support the immune system, promoting overall health and wellness.
7. Iron Absorption: Yellow dock root is known to enhance the absorption of iron, making it beneficial for individuals with anemia or low iron levels.

Note: Although yellow dock root has various benefits, it is essential to use it responsibly and consult a healthcare professional before incorporating it into your routine, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or have a pre-existing health condition.

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plant name

Patiences

International Latin denomination

Rumex curly L., Rumex long- suffering

botanical family

Polygonaceae

Description and habitat

• Herbaceous slopes with lanceolate, wavy, more or less tense leaves, up to one meter in height
• Flowers small, greenish or reddish, the fruit is a trigonal achene
• Native to Europe and Western Asia

History and tradition

• Patience grows on soils full of fertilizers, they purify the soil
• They are used in medicine for similar indications (signature medicine)

Parts used

• Racine

Dosage forms available

• Rumex crispus tincture underground part (whole plant)
• Rumex patientia tincture = Rumex patience (whole plant )
• Rumex acetosella tincture = Rumex sheep sorrel (whole plant)
• Rumex alpinus tincture = Alpine Rumex (whole plant)
• Rumex aquaticus tincture = Aquatic Rumex (whole plant )

Usual dosages

Composition

Main components of the plant

• Anthracene derivatives ( anthraquinones , 2.5%)
• Organic iron and oxalates
• Tannins (3 to 6%)
• Flavonoids

Main components of buds or young shoots

Main components of essential oil

Properties

Plant properties

• Depurative and laxative
• The effect of anthraquinones is tempered by the presence of tannins
• Tonic and anti-anemic (presence of iron)
• Anti-ulcer [1]
• Antioxidant and antimicrobial [2] , [3]
• The Rumex extract is an inhibitor of tyrosinase (= catechol oxidase), an enzyme which causes the oxidation of phenols (such as tyrosine)

Bud properties

Properties of essential oil

Indications

Indications of the whole plant (phytotherapy)

• Fatigue, asthenia, anemia
• Detoxification in overload pathologies
• Rhinites
• Homeopathic indications ( Rumex crispus ): [4]
  • Draughty rhinitis, respiratory sensitivity to drafts, cough on fresh air
  • Urgent morning diarrhea

Indications of the bud (gemmotherapy)

Specific indications of essential oil (aromatherapy)

Known or suspected mode of action

• Laxative effect of anthraquinones

Usual formulations

Regulations

• French Pharmacopoeia list A (root)

Possible side effects and precautions for use

• Avoid in case of hyperuricemia and oxalic kidney stones (presence of oxalates)
• Avoid during pregnancy and lactation

Bibliographic references

1. Go↑ Gürbüz I, Ozkan AM, Yesilada E, Kutsal O. Anti-ulcerogenic activity of some plants used in folk medicine of Pinarbasi (Kayseri, Turkey). J Ethnopharmacol. 2005 Oct 3;101(1-3):313-8. PMID 16085377
2. Go↑ Joy R. Borchardt, Donald L. Wyse, Craig C. Sheaffer, Kendra L. Kauppi, R. Gary Fulcher, Nancy J. Ehlke, David D. Biesboer, Russell F Bey. Antioxidant and antimicrobial activity of seed from plants of the Mississippi river basin. Journal of Medicinal Plants Research Vol. 3(10), October 2009, pp. 707-718
3. Go↑ Ali Yıldırım, Ahmet Mavi, Ayşe Aydan Kara. Determination of Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activities of Rumex crispus L. Extracts. J. Agric. Food Chem., 2001, 49 (8), pp 4083–4089. DOI: 10.1021/jf0103572
4. Go↑ Guermonprez, Pinkas, Torck. Homeopathic Materia Medica. Ed. Doin. Paris. 1985, Boiron reissue. 1997.

Store in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep tightly closed, away from the reach of Children and pets.

Do not exceed the daily dose.

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