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Other name: Ledum Palustre, Wild Rosemary, Marsh Tea, Labrador tea, James Tea, Swamp Tea, Continental Tea, Lède des Marais, Ledi Palustris Herba, Lédon des Marais, Ledum Silvestre, Marsh Citrus, Moth Herb, Petit Thé du Labrador, Rhododendron palustre, Rhododendron groenlandicum, Rhododendron tomentosum var. tomentosum, Romarin Sauvage, Romero Silvestre, Sumpfporst, Swamp Tea, Te de Los Pantanos.<br>Known as Greenland Moss, Ledum is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 5 feet in height. Wild Rosemary, in the form of Marsh Tea, has been used since the 13th century as a method of ridding lice and other pests in households in Scandinavia. It was also used as a substitute for tea in 1773 after the tea tax was imposed in the American Colonies. Wild Rosemary was first used medicinally to help with throat infections and coughs due to its antiseptic qualities.
==Special Precautions of Ledum==
* There is no sufficient data that demonstrates Labrador tea is safe to consume as toxicity varies across species and localities. Excessive consumption is not recommended due to diuresis, vomiting, dizziness, and drowsiness. Large doses can lead to cramps convulsions, paralysis, and in rare cases death.
* Ledum groenlandicum: Astringent, diaphoretic, diuretic, expectorant : Native Americans used the leaf tea for asthma, colds, stomachaches, kidney ailments, scurvy, fevers, rheumatism, blood purifier. Externally, used as a wash for burns, ulcers, stings, chafing, poison ivy rash. Folk remedy for coughs, lung ailments, dysentery, indigestion; used externally for leprosy, itching, and to kill lice.
==The benefits and uses of Ledum are==
For ages, Native Americans made a tea out of Ledum leaves to help a range of ailments.
*Treats Skin Conditions: Ledum essential oil has antibacterial properties. This makes it an effective natural remedy for a wide range of skin problems. Since it helps in detoxification, it gives you healthy, glowing skin as well.
* Cuts and Wounds: Ledum tends to work best as a homeopathic remedy for cuts and wounds that may become easily infected. This would include puncture type wounds, insect stings, and deep scratches. Ledum works not only to help the body naturally defend itself against infection, but also to relieve the pain associated with these wounds. Additionally, it is helps diminish bruising, any skin discoloration and swelling that results from the injury as well. Ledum is a widely known treatment for the stings of venomous insects. It neutralizes venom and speeds recovery from poisoning. It's appropriate for any insect bite, especially those that produce severe itching and coldness at the site of the bite. The skin may be bluish or purple, feel cold to the touch and look bruised. Take a dose of Ledum as soon as you realize you've been stung. There may be arthritic joint aches and pains accompanying the early stages after being bitten.
* Fights Cancer: Ledum essential oil has anti-tumoral and anti-cancer properties. This makes it a powerful defense system against different types of cancer that may develop in your body. You can also use it to prevent tumors.
* Supports Liver Health: Ledum essential oil is a great supporter of liver health. It helps in detoxifying this vital organ so that it can eliminate various harmful toxins in a proper manner. When your liver is healthy, your body is free of toxins, and you naturally keep illnesses away and maintain health.
*Relieves Congestive Cough And Cold: You can use Ledum essential oil to gain relief from colds and congestive cough (2). It is also an effective remedy for conditions such as influenza, fever, laryngitis, bronchitis, etc. It is a cure-all remedy that works wonders in treating these problems.
*Provides support to respiratory system.
*Supports the urinary tract.
*Treats Addiction-Based Disorders: One of the things that Ledum essential oil is renowned for is its ability to treat a wide range of disorders that are addiction-based. This is why it is highly recommended for the treatment of alcoholism.
*Calming effect on the mind.
*Release the emotions of dissatisfaction, anger and obsession.
* It will help us let go of traumatic memories and experiences that may be the root of those negative emotions. Once we release negative emotions, this oil can help us stay spiritually centered and stay in the moment.
* Ledum Essential Oil is also believed to harmonize and balance the body's daily needs.
* It has cleansing properties.
==Profile Type==
Ledum works as a homeopathic remedy for those who tend to get angry and anxious very easily. They may never feel satisfied even if they get what they think they want. They may go so far as to become almost demented when they become ill, and therefore they can be quite difficult for others to cope with.
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