GREEN MYRTLE, Myrtus communis cineoliferum

Latin name: Myrtus communis cineoliferum

Distilled part: leaves

Origin: France

Properties: astringent, antiallergic, antidiabetic, antihistaminic, anti-inflammatory, anti-free radical, prostatic decongestant, expectorant, hepato-stimulant, mucolytic, hormone-like, hypoglycemic, estrogen-like, sleep inducing

Indications: allergies, bronchitis, diabetes, influenza, hypothyroidism, insomnia, hepatobiliary insufficiency, bronchiolitis, menopause, gallstones, wrinkles, hot flashes, premenstrual syndrome

Contraindications: None at physiological doses.