Lime Flower

Lime blossom flowers are used to treat mild viral infections of the nose and respiratory passages, upper respiratory infection, bronchitis, pneumonia, fever, inflammation, hypertension, and migraine headaches. It is also useful as a diuretic drug, antispasmodic agent and a depressant.

Recent research indicates that the dried flowers of the lime blossom tree can be hepatoprotective. As a form of aromatherapy, lime blossom flowers can be added to baths to treat hysteria, and infused as an herbal concoction to assuage anxiety-related stomach upset, irregular heartbeat, and hyperemesis. Tilia leaves are used by herbalists to elevate sweating in order to bring down fevers.

The wood of the lime blossom tree is also used as a remedy for liver and gallbladder conditions and to treat skin and surrounding soft tissue inflammation. The charcoal from lime blossom wood is used as a treatment by ingesting it to treat intestinal upsets and also as an external application for edema, cellulitis and ulcers of the lower leg. Another important benefit of the lime blossom tree or tilia is its ability to protect the heart against stress.

It helps in lowering the blood pressure, and as an anxielytic it is perfect for cardiac disorders linked to stress.

Some of the active chemical compounds in lime blossom flowers are flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids, antioxidants, volatile oils, and mucilaginous constituents that offer a host of benefits for a variety of disorders.

Lime blossom flowers also offer a relaxing action in addition to bringing about a holistic calming effect on the circulatory system.

The hidrosis or sweating compounded with the relaxation effects bring about a very beneficial effect in the event of feverish colds and flu.

Linden has been used to induce sweating for feverish colds and infections, reduce nasal congestion, and relieve throat irritation and cough. Linden has sedative effects and has been used to treat nervous palpitations and high blood pressure. It has also been used in lotions for itchy skin. However, there is limited clinical information.

The flowers can calm the digestive system.

The charcoal created from burning wood from this tree is known to help fight intestinal disorders and can be used topically for edema.

Migraines and cardiovascular complaints can be relieved with tea made from linden flowers.

The sap got from the tree can also reduce high blood pressure, calm the stomach, decrease water retention and help excrete bile better.

The flowers, had with chamomile and mint tea, can be very help the digestion, soothing the tract if it has been irritated.

Coughs and colds can also be relieved with these flowers.

The sap and the flower are also used in ointments for itchy skin.

The flowers of linden tree have many uses.

They are used to control hypertension and as a sedative.

The flower tea mixed with sodium bicarbonate can be a good wash for an irritated throat or for inflamed tonsils.

Lime flower tea compression with cornstarch with cold water can help dark rings around the eyes.

The bark is used as a poultice for different injuries including bruises, boils and carbuncles.

The dried flowers can be added to a bath as well which helps control hysteria, vomiting and most anxiety related disorders.

The leaves help reduce fevers.

The wood from the tree can be used for liver and gallbladder problems along with tackling cellulite.

In herbal medicine, linden tea is recommended to combat anxiety and promote relaxation.

A study published in the july 2008 issue of the "journal of ethnopharmacology" found that feeding laboratory animals an extract of linden flowers reduced their anxious behavior when placed in a maze, compared to controls.

Another study published in the march 2008 issue of the same journal found that linden extract lengthened the sedation time in animals who received sleep-inducing drugs.

It also calmed the animals when administered to them by itself, but these potentially significant effects still need confirmation in studies with human subjects.

The ability of some linden compounds to cause sweating may have benefits when you have a cold, cough or fever, according to the university of maryland medical center.

Some components of linden flower tea might also help soothe irritated membranes in your mouth or throat that develop during an illness.

A study published in the february 2000 issue of "planta medica" found that some polysaccharides, or complex sugars, in linden flowers adhere to the type of membrane that lines the mouth and respiratory tract.

The authors concluded that linden polysaccharides may soothe these membranes when they become irritated, although this possibility still needs testing in clinical studies.

Linden flower contain the curative plant fiber mucilage, as well as many vitamins and the essential oil farnesol.

When ingested as a bot tea, this medley of compounds reduces fevers.

The tea is also a good pain reliever-especially for cramps-and it is a highly effective expectorant, which helps to break up mucus buildup and congestion.

It is safe to drink a cup or two of the tea every day.

Linden-flower tea is highly valued for its ability to reduce fevers.

It does this by inducing perspiration, which releases heat from the body.

This effect is due mainly to the flavonoids in the blossoms, which act directly on the sweat glands.

To maximize the tea's effectiveness, dress warmly and, if possible, stay in bed for 30 minutes or so after drinking the tea.

Dried linden flowers in loose form or packed in tea bags are generally available at health-food stores.

To make tea, steep a tea bag or about 1 teaspoon of dried flowers in boiling water for 15 to 20 minutes and drink up to three times daily.

Linden flower tea is generally considered safe, although a minimum effective dose hasn't been established, and some people may be allergic to the flowers.

Don't use linden tea if you're pregnant or breast-feeding, or if you have heart disease.

Always check with your health care professional before taking linden flower tea.