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You may be surprised, but right now is the ideal time to go to a meadow and gather a plant that most people consider just an ordinary weed. Yet this little plant has proven effects on women’s health, especially after forty, when hormonal changes begin, the first symptoms of menopause appear, and the body needs more care.
The miraculous plant is red clover (Trifolium pratense). It is literally packed with valuable substances – it contains isoflavones, natural phytoestrogens that act similarly to the female hormone estrogen. Because of this it helps ease hot flashes, reduces breast pain during hormonal fluctuations, and contributes to calming the body during menopause.
Why should women over forty know red clover?
- Hormonal balance – clover supports balancing female hormones, helps with irregular menstruation and acts preventively against breast cancer.
- Natural aid for menopause – alleviates hot flashes, night sweats and irritability.
- Detoxification and inflammation prevention – supports the function of the liver, kidneys and urinary tract, helps eliminate toxins and excess water, relieves gout and swelling.
- Acts against skin aging – antioxidants protect cells from free radicals and slow down wrinkle formation.
How to use red clover?
Flower tea
Pour boiling water over dried flowers and let steep for 10–15 minutes. Drink one to two cups daily, ideally for menstrual or menopausal problems.
Compresses and baths
An infusion from the flowers can be used as compresses for small wounds, eczema or skin inflammations.
Tincture
Pour white alcohol over the flowers and leave for at least three weeks in a dark place. Strain and take by drops for hormonal problems or as a preventive measure.
Homemade medicinal oil from red clover
How to prepare the oil?
- Collect fresh purple flowers and leave them spread out for several hours so that small insects can crawl out.
- Put the flowers into a clean jar and cover with a quality virgin oil so that they are completely submerged.
- Place the jar in a water bath and gently heat at about 40 °C for about 90 minutes.
- Then let it rest for another 2–3 days at room temperature and strain through a fine cloth.
- Pour into dark bottles and store in a cool place.
How to use this oil?
- Gently massage a small amount of the oil into the skin. It helps against wrinkles and skin aging.
- Breast massage relieves pain during hormonal fluctuations and may act preventively against cancer.
- Antioxidants protect the skin from UV radiation.
Final tip for women’s health
Red clover is a true gift of nature for women’s health. It will help you get through menopause more calmly, keep your skin younger and contribute to hormonal balance. Whether you prepare tea, oil or a tincture from it, it will always offer you the best of nature. Try the traditional recipes of our grandmothers and see for yourself!
