This wonderful healing plant is one that cancer patients should grow in their garden and make use of regularly.
It’s healing properties are well known in the herbal medicine field. The plant has become known in Australia in the last 15 year with the dissemination of information of the Essiac formula. Sheep’s Sorrell is one of the major herbs used in the Essiac formula . You can find out how to make your own Essiac by reading Isabell Shipard’s book “How can I use Herbs in my Daily Life” page 54 .
Sheep’s Sorrel is one of the strongest antioxidant herbs we can use regularly, to benefit our health. Why are Antioxidants so important? They have the ability to zap out free radicals caused by food pollutants and stress , and provide a strong line of defence for the immune system. With regular use of Sheep Sorrell and other antioxidant rich herbs, we can boost the power of protection.
Sheep’s Sorrell assists in throwing off any viral infection. Leaves are rich in Vit C and has been used as an antiscorbutic for Centuries. As a tea it is used by many as a cancer treatment.
You can eat the leaves in a tossed salad, tucked in sandwich or as a garnish on a meal, the mild, sour flavour adds a pleasant lemon like tang when served with other greens and vegetables.
Yes….. your garden holds many secrets for the healing journey.
