Motherwort
Motherwort is an herb described as an upright, prickly dark bush with purple or pink flowers, also known as a lion’s tail. It contains antioxidants such as flavonoids, sterols, triterpenes, and tannins. These compounds are used to rejuvenate cells to fight cellular damage over time. It also protects the body from cancer, Alzheimer’s, and heart disease.
Heart diseases like myocarditis are proven to heal from motherwort. Leonurine , a compound found in motherwort, is also an essential compound used to lessen the inflammation in the myocardium. These compounds work together in treating myocarditis.
Flavonoids are known to protect the heart from harmful radicals. It is observed that motherwort can alleviate symptoms of myocarditis due to its potent flavonoid contents. It also decreases inflammation which is essential in treating myocarditis. The anti-inflammatory properties of motherwort combat the infection and reduce the fatigue of the heart. In addition, it helps the heart muscle to regulate its contraction and relax function.
