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Mullein

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/* The benefits of Mullein are */
*Mullein decoct made of mullein flowers are known for having good results in treating hemorrhoids, furunculosis, burns and chilblains.
*Against dry complexions, a weak infusion is made from a mullein herb mashed in a cup of water. Small amounts of mullein have emollient and anti-inflammatory effects on the complexion if applied directly on the skin. Also the infusion is good for earaches.
* Herpes : Herpes viruses are a group of 25 viruses -- including the herpes simplex virus, Epstein Barr virus and cytomegalovirus -- that cause a variety of conditions in the body ranging from genital herpes and shingles to certain carcinomas. Drugs.com reports that mullein leaves possess antiviral activity against these viruses.* Flu : Influenza viruses, on the other hand, are commonly responsible for the flu. Drugs.com reports that mullein leaves possess antiviral activity, especially against these two viruses.
* [[Phthisis]] Relief : An infusion of mullein leaves prepared by boiling 1 oz. of leaves in a pint of milk for 10 minutes, straining it and drinking it warm three times a day may help manage phthisis, a form of systemic tuberculosis.
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