Oat Straw - Certified Organic

Avena sativa

Oat straw contains protein (avenins), saponins, flavonoids, alkaloids, steroidal compounds, vitamins B1, B2, D, E, carotene, starch, and fat.

It also contains minerals such as calcium, magnesium and iron and trace elements like silicon and potassium.  The entire plant is nutrient rich and is commonly taken as a tea.

In addition to its recognition and value as a stable food crop, however, oat straw is also used in the treatment of a number of human maladies, ailments or discomforts.  It can help to combat problems such as obesity, varicose veins, irritations related to the digestive tract and as an herbal treatment for hemorrhoids, however it has been found that it should not be used in dyspepsia when accompanied by acidity of the stomach.

Oatstraw is a diuretic and is used to treat obesity, lymphatic swelling, retention, nerve inflammation, urinary tract infections, kidney stones and skin eruptions. MayoClinic.Com says diuretics work by forcing your kidneys to put more sodium into your urine, which will take more water along with it.  Oat straw is commonly used in traditional and herbal medicine to nourish and strengthen the central nervous system. It is also considered a stimulant that homeopaths will use to help treat liver infections and arthritis.

Cooled, prepared oat straw tea can be placed directly on your skin or added to a bath that can help nourish dry skin as well as treat mild eczema. Oat straw is also used as a folk remedy to treat warts. Because oat straw contains high amounts of silica, which is the main ingredient in our nails, it can help keep your toenails and fingernails strong and free from splitting. Oat straw has emollient qualities that can benefit your hair. Use the tea as a hair rinse to add body and shine.

You might also be interested in our Blood mover Salve, Kidney Tea, our UTI Pack , or choose one of our 8 Week Health and Wellness Programs.  Book in to see our Herbal Naturopath – details below.

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If you would like to have a more tailored approach to your health concerns you can book in to see our Herbal Naturopath. (you will be transferred to our sister companies online booking service) She will look at you as an individual and look into your specific needs through holistic and evidence-based approach to wellness.  Herbal Naturopathic principles are based on treating each person as an individual and treatment plans are designed to treat you as a whole person and not just your presenting symptoms.

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If you are being treated for any illness and are taking prescription medication for an illness, seek a Health Professionals consent for herbs you might be considering, either alone or as complementary therapies.  Do not try to self-diagnosis or attempt self-treatment for serious or long-term problems without first consulting a qualified practitioner or doctor.  Always consult a professional if symptoms persist.

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