Formulas and recipes
What is blessed thistle used for?
Blessed thistle herb used to be used as a remedy for anything, as was suggested by the angel who visited King Charlemagne. Smallpox, memory loss, the plague, anything was remedied by blessed thistle herb. Today it is mostly used for flavoring purposes, especially herbal forward alcohol or tea. Blessed thistle tinctures are also a common way of preserving the benefits of the dried herb.
Blessed thistle tea recipe
- Mix 1 tsp blessed thistle herb with another tea to counter the bitter taste
- Add 1 cup boiled water to the mixture
- Let steep for 5-10 minutes
- Remove tea blend and add honey or other natural sweeteners
Health Benefits
Blessed thistle benefits
Blessed thistle has been used for many years to soothe the body. It’s
sometimes confused with milk thistle, but the two plants have very different
properties and shouldn’t be used interchangeably. It has many uses for the
body that make it an all around good herb to keep in your cupboard.
For example, blessed thistle can be used to relieve problems associated with
indigestion and diarrhea. It can also help improve appetite. This is
especially important if you’re dealing with an illness that causes you to
lose your desire to eat. Blessed thistle can help you to increase your
appetite and allow your body to get the nutrients it needs to fight your
disease.
If you have a minor skin irritation, blessed thistle can help to relieve some of
the problem. You can create a poultice and place it directly on the affected
area. This will soothe pain and inflammation and help the condition to quiet
down.
You can make a poultice by infusing blessed thistle with water and then soaking a cloth in it. This method takes advantage of the herb’s soothing benefits to help calm and heal the skin. Place the cloth directly on your skin. This can be used for treating sunburns, minor burns, scrapes, and even razor burn after shaving.
Blessed thistle is also thought to help clear out the liver. That makes it
an excellent tonic for purifying the body and fighting the effects of
toxins. It’s also, interestingly enough, been linked to reducing
inflammation and cancer. However, not enough research has been done to show
exactly how it does this.
Women also take blessed thistle to help release breast milk with a nursing
infant. However, blessed thistle shouldn’t be taken if you are pregnant.
However, if you’re nursing and are no longer pregnant, this can be an
effective way to prevent mastitis.
Blessed thistle can be taken in many forms including capsules, tinctures, and
teas. You can make a tea of blessed thistle by adding a teaspoon or two of the
dried leaves to hot water. The tea can be consumed two or three times a day.
If you're using other forms, make sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions
for taking it. Most people have no problems with taking blessed thistle at the
recommended dosage. However, taking too much can cause stomach upset and
irritation.
If you’re looking for a way to soothe your skin, help breast milk come in, or
treat liver problems, blessed thistle could be just the blessing you’ve been
waiting for.
