Botanical Features and Benefits of Yarrow
A Short Story
Achilles is the main character in this story from Greek mythology.
He was healing the wounds of his soldiers who were wounded during the war with this medicinal plant, yarrow. He used it to stop bleeding wounds. For this reason, the Latin name of the yarrow plant is Achillea millefolium.
The History of Yarrow
The yarrow plant belongs to the daisy family. Yarrow grows abundantly in North America, Europe and Asia. In ancient times, it was used for healing wounds, being good for diseases such as flu and colds, and for its antipyretic effect. For these reasons, yarrow has been used in medicine today.
What are the Benefits of Yarrow for Skin?
It is known to be used as anti-aging. It helps to remove wrinkles. It is effective in tightening and shrinking pores, which is a common skin problem. It can be used in the treatment of wounds and irritations on the skin. Protects the moisture balance of the skin.
What are the Benefits of Yarrow for Hair?
It helps hair growth by nourishing the hair. It can reduce and stop hair loss problem. It helps the hair with damaged and dry appearance to look brighter and more lively. Prevents dandruff problem on the scalp.
Yarrow and Food
It has a relaxing effect on problems such as anxiety, stress, insomnia. It has appetite reducing effect. It has a pain relieving effect. It helps to relieve menstrual pain and headache. It can provide immunity against flu and cold diseases and has antipyretic properties.
