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A powerful herb does not have to be unusual. Plants such as nettle, chamomile and dandelion are not rare herbs, but they have a great many beneficial properties. A less familiar example is mullein, also known as Mullein. Mullein is a flowering plant in the figwort family. It is native to Europe, Asia and the Mediterranean region and is commonly found in fields and other areas across the United States. Although many people recognise this distinctive tall plant, few know about its unique properties.
What makes mullein so beneficial?
There are many different species of mullein, and studies show that almost all of them contain high concentrations of polyphenols. These are powerful antioxidants that protect our cells. The velvety leaves of mullein also contain a rich range of potent compounds, including saponins, flavonoids, phenylethanoid glycosides and iridoids.
But the most important compounds found in mullein are the different types of mucilage it contains. These are present in large amounts in Mullein and are responsible for the benefits of mullein.
Benefits of mullein
Mucilage is important because of its soothing effect on our mucous membranes. Although other plants also contain mucilage (often not in the same amounts as mullein), Mullein’s strength lies in the combination of mucilage and saponins. Mullein combines the expectorant action of its saponins with the calming effect of its mucilage. This makes mullein the most powerful herb for soothing the airways*.
Another unique property of mullein is that it supports, among other things, kidney function and the urinary tract*. Alongside Echinacea, mullein is the only herb with this proven function. The herb is said to help counter inflammation of the urinary tract and may relieve the irritating effect of acidic urine.
Because Mullein has a strong influence on the body’s ability to remove harmful pathogens, it also plays an important supporting role in the immune system. The herb helps combat the following pathogens, among others: escherichia coli, yersinia pestis, pseudomonas aeruginosa, bacillus cereus, listeria monocytogenes and staphylococcus aureus.
*Health claim pending European approval.
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Mullein (Mullein
This organic mullein from Earth's Way is an alcohol-free glycerine and water extract of organically grown mullein (great mullein). Rather than using a ready-made herbal extract, Earth's Way starts with the fresh plant itself. The result is a high-quality extract equivalent to 3,600 mg of fresh herb per daily dose, produced in the Netherlands and completely free from unnecessary additives.
30ml, 120ml | Liquid | Mullein | United States of America
Mullein Leaf
Mullein from Nature's Answer is a potent tincture made from the leaves of mullein, also known as great mullein. Mullein has a rich history and was even considered sacred in the past. It was used especially by the Greeks and Romans. This tincture contains glycerine diluted with purified water and nothing else. In short, simply the holistic power of mullein in a bottle!
120ml, 60ml | Liquid | Mullein | United States of America
Mullein Leaf Tinctuur
Mullein Leaf from HawaiiPharm is a potent tincture made from the leaves of mullein, also known as great mullein. Mullein has a rich history and was even considered sacred in the past. The Greeks and Romans in particular made extensive use of the plant. This tincture is a 1:3 extract and is completely alcohol-free. It is made with glycerine diluted with pure water and nothing else.
