What is red clover extract

Red clover also known as Purple Clover, Trefoil, Wild Clover is a small perennial herb with fleshy red or white flowers.It is native to Europe, central Asia, and northern Africa, and is naturalized in many other parts of the world.Red clover extract ( the flowers) are used for medicinal purposes.

Red clover extract is a source of many valuable nutrients including calcium, chromium, magnesium, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, thiamine, and vitamin C. Red clover extract is also considered to be one of the richest sources of isoflavones (water-soluble chemicals that act like estrogens and are found in many plants).

One of the most useful aspects of Red Clover is that it is a rich source of isoflavones and phytoestrogens. Isoflavones are water-soluble chemicals that act like estrogens and are found in many plants. However Red Clove extract is one of the richest sources. It is one of the most useful remedies for children with skin problems.


Benefits of red clover extract


Red clover extract alters the condition of the tissues, enriches the blood flow to the tissues, purifies and detoxifies the blood. Use for arthritis, tumors, skin eruptions, infections, and toxicity. Anti-spasmodic: Prevents and relaxes muscle spasms.

Expectorant: Expels mucous from the lungs and throat. Use for cough, lung congestion, asthma, bronchitis.

Anti-tumor: Prevents and/or alleviates tumors.

Red clover extract may be used with complete safety in any case of childhood eczema. A warm tea of the herb can be very soothing to the nerves, and is used to treat skin sores,and also helps to improve eye vision.

Studies show it is safe and effective and even the FDA has red clover on its GRAS (generally regarded as safe) list

. Red clover isoflavone supplements, such as Promensil and RimostilTM, and the maintenance of cardiovascular health in post-menopausal women Red clover extract is available in a variety of preparations, including teas, tinctures, tablets, capsules, liquid extract, and extracts standardized to specific isoflavone contents. It can also be prepared as an ointment for topical application.
Side effects of red clover extract


No serious adverse side effects from red clover have been reported in humans. However, infertility has been noted in grazing animals that consume large amounts of red clover. The use of red clover is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women.