The agonized, also known as agony, arapu or jasmine-mango, is a medicinal plant widely used to relieve menstrual cramps and regulate the menstrual cycle, but can also be used to treat respiratory problems such as asthma and bronchitis, for example, due to its anti-asthmatic properties.
This plant can be found in natural products stores and costs on average R $ 20.00. Usually the agonized flowers are used to make tea to relieve menstrual cramps.
The use of agonized milk is not recommended for pregnant or nursing mothers and their consumption should be monitored by a physician or phytotherapist due to health risks when consumed in excess.
What is it for
The agonized has laxative, febrifuge, antidepressive, anti-asthmatic, antispasmodic, analgesic, diuretic and soothing properties, and can be used for various purposes. However, this plant is more used to stimulate and regulate the menstrual cycle because it is able to stimulate the activity of the gonads and, consequently, the production of hormones, regulating the menstrual cycle and relieving the common pain and discomfort of PMS.
Thus, the agonized can be used to:
- Regulate the menstrual cycle;
- Assist the treatment of amenorrhea and dysmenorrhea;
- Relieve the symptoms of PMS;
- Decrease menstrual cramps;
- Assist in the treatment of inflammation in the uterus and vaginal discharge.
In addition, this plant can be used to assist in the treatment of asthma, skin diseases, bronchitis, gas and worms, for example.
Agonized tea
The agonized tea for menstrual cramps can be done with both the bark and the flowers, and this part is the most used.
Ingredients
- 10 g of agonized flowers;
- 1 liter of water.
Method of preparation
To make the tea simply place the flowers in the water and boil for about 10 minutes. Then strain and drink 4 times a day without sugaring.
Contraindications of the agonized
This plant is not recommended for children, pregnant or lactating women. In addition, it is important that the consumption of this plant is monitored by a doctor or herbalist, because overuse can have some consequences, such as diarrhea, increased menstrual flow, sterility, abortion and even death.
