Motherwort

Motherwort is a calming nervine used to lower blood pressure and as a remedy for heart problems that are related to the nervous system. It relieves anxiety and nervousness and contains glycosides that temporarily lower blood pressure and ease the strain on heart muscles. This also makes it useful for tachycardia, heart palpitations and preventing heart disease. A remedy for the heart and nerves and often prescribed for palpitations, motherwort strengthens heart function especially where it is weak. Antispasmodic and sedative, the herb promotes relaxation rather than drowsiness. However, motherwort stimulates the muscles of the uterus, and is particularly suitable for delayed periods, period pain and premenstrual syndrome (especially if shock or distress is a factor) It should not be used if menstrual bleeding is heavy