Picture of Red Clover, an ingredient in Alveo.

• RED CLOVER (red klō'vər)

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Trifolium Pratense

AKA: Beebread, Cow Clover, Cow Grass, Meadow Clover, Purple Clover

ORIGIN: Eastern Mediterranean/Asia

CIRCA: N/A

TYPE OF PLANT: Perennial Herb - Pea Family

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Isoflavones, Phenolic Acids, Volatile Oils Sitosterol, Fatty Acids, Tannin, Starch, Chromium, Magnesium, Copper, Phosphorus, Calcium, Vitamin C


 

 

ABOUT: Red Clover is rich in Isoflavones, including Genistein and Biochanin A (an Antioxidant which protects against Cells Aging). Used as an Antibiotic, Red Clover has been used in fighting Bacterial Infections and dealing with Kidney and Liver Diseases. Over the years Red Clover has been tried with some success as a Tumor and Cancer Remedy (for Breast and Prostate Cancer in particular). Red Clover has also been used as a treatment for Skin Disorders , such as Eczema and Psoriasis, as it claims to cleanse the Blood. Herbalists also recommend Red Clover for reducing uncomfortable Menopausal Symptoms, and improving overall Health, including its use as an Expectorant to clear Chest Congestion caused by Cough, Colds, and Bronchitis.

BENEFITS:

  • Antibacterial
  • Asthma
  • Bronchitis
  • Burns
  • Cancer
  • Cleansing
  • Digestive Problems
  • Eczema
  • Gallbladder
  • Kidney
  • Liver
  • Lungs
  • Menstruation
  • Prostate
  • Psoriasis
  • Respiratory Congestion
  • Skin
  • Sunburn