Boneset (Dried)

Boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum)
 
Boneset is a well-known herb with a long history of use for acute illnesses, particularly those involving fever and body aches.
 
Key Actions:
Immuno-stimulant, febrifuge (fever-reducing), diaphoretic (promotes sweating), anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, aperient (mild laxative), bitter digestive, cholagogue (stimulates bile flow), astringent, expectorant, and in large doses, an emetic and purgative.
 
Primary Uses:
For Colds, Flus, and Fevers: Traditionally used to manage associated bone and muscle pain and to encourage gentle perspiration, helping the body feel less "locked up" during chills and fever.
Respiratory Support: Helps bring out phlegm and is useful for respiratory fevers and catarrhal conditions.
Digestive Tonic: Its profound bitter flavor stimulates gastric activity, acts on the liver to release bile, and provides a gentle laxative effect.
Detoxification: Aids detoxification via the skin.