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Oatstraw
(Avena
sativa)
Other
names: Oat straw, oat grass
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Medicinally
Oatstraw
is rich in calcium and magnesium. It can be used
for both physical and nervous fatigue and is
helpful for depression, appetite loss, skin and
bones. Oatstraw tea is said to relieve hysteria
and balance the menstrual cycle of females.
Further, it is touted as a prevention for
osteoporosis and a quick cure of urinary tract
infections.
Oatstraw
is an excellent herbal source of magnesium. The
herb has been used to treat hysteria, calcium and
magnesium deficiency, nervous disorders, urinary
tract infections and osteoporosis. Magnesium
deficiency has been linked to menstrual disorders,
irritability and poor calcium absorption.
Oatstraw
is high or very high on the following nutrients:
Calcium, Chromium, Crude Fiber, Dietary Fiber,
Magnesium, Vitamin A, Silicon and Sodium. Oatstraw
also contains B-complex vitamins, flavones,
saponins, and Vitamin A.
Oatstraw
can be used for both physical and nervous fatigue
and is helpful for depression.
Oatstraw
has been found to be an excellent toner for the
whole system. Oat Straw is useful for thyroid and
estrogen deficiency, for MS, osteoporosis,
appetite loss, anorexia, urinary concerns, colds
and chills and to encourage sweating. It's
secondary uses are boils, weak bones, bursitis,
constipation, gallbladder, kidney problems, liver
disorders, pancreatic concerns, rheumatism, and
some skin conditions.
This
herb increases internal heat, dispels internal
chill and strengthens metabolism and circulation,
relieves symptoms of depression, prevents and
relieves spasms, softens and soothes damaged or
inflamed surfaces such as the gastric mucous
membranes, strengthens functional activity of the
nervous system, helps with the process of
assimilating food and has the property of
nourishing, and restores, nourishes, and supports
the entire body; it exerts a gently strengthening
effect on the body. Highly nutritive and
supportive of the nervous system, Oat Straw helps
build healthy bones, skin, hair and nails. Oat
Straw is not a bona fide aphrodisiac, but it does
nourish the nerves, which is thought to make
tactile sensations more pleasurable. Oat Straw is
one of the best remedies for "feeding"
the central nervous system, especially when under
stress. It is considered a specific in cases of
nervous debility and exhaustion, especially when
associated with depression. Oat Straw may be used
with most of the other herbal nervines, both
relaxant and stimulatory, to strengthen the
nervous system and is also used in general
debility. The high levels of silicon in the straw
explains its use as a remedy for skin conditions,
especially for external applications. Oat
Straw is often used as a bath herb to soften skin
and help with eczema and neuralgia.
Oatstraw
is not a quick fix herb, it is an herb that can be
quite effective if used on a regular basis over
time. Every person and every situation is
different, but a general guideline could be to
drink two to three cups of infusion, three or four
times a week. It is slow to act in the system but
has a long lasting effect.
History
Oats
have been eaten since prehistoric times, and this
use is described by the genus name, Avena, which
is said to mean "nourishing", Sativa
means "cultivated". In the past,
this plant was used in India to help opium,
morphine and cigarette addicts withdraw from their
habits.
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Oatstraw herb C/O
(avena
sativa)
Origin-
USA 
Oat
straw reinforces the bodies immunity, builds
energy, controls blood sugar and lowers
cholesterol levels. Oat straw treats anxiety, depression, menopausal
symptoms and osteoporosis.
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