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Corn Silk Tincture

 

Corn Silk (Barbe de Maïs): The long shiny fibers at the top of an ear of corn are called corn silk. Corn silk is used as a medicine. Corn silk is used for bladder infections, inflammation of the urinary system, inflammation of the prostate, kidney stones, and bedwetting. It is also used to treat congestive heart failure, diabetes, high blood pressure, fatigue, and high cholesterol levels.

 

Corn silk contains proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and fiber. It also contains chemicals which might work like water pills (diuretics), and it might alter blood sugar levels, and help reduce inflammation.

Possible contraindications: Large amount of corn silk might lower blood sugar. This could interfere with blood sugar control in people who have diabetes. Large amounts of corn silk might interfere with control of high blood pressure or low blood pressure. Large amounts of corn silk might make these blood levels of potassium that are too low. Applying lotions that contain corn silk might cause a rash, red skin, and itchiness if you are allergic to corn silk, corn pollen, or cornstarch. 

 

When Do I Recommend?

I recommend this tincture to healthy sexually active women who have recurrent cystitis or irritation of the urethra after intercourse.  Apart from good hygiene before and after, this tincture can help ease the discomfort and inflation that can occur after robust sexual activity.  I also use and recommend this for infrequent and minor symptoms of urinary tract infection (burning, urinary frequency, urgency).  Using this tincture at the onset of systems and cleansing your system with clear fluids should prevent the need for antibiotic use.  If symptoms persist for more than 48hrs, then consult a medical professional as antibiotics may need to be used.  

 

You may go through the process of harvesting, drying, and then extracting the medicinal properties yourself or you may purchase already prepared bottles.  They have been processed and calibrated in concentration so that you can be sure to get the best effect.  Follow my link for a sale price at Germana Botanicals.