What Is It? Kudzu is a natural herb called Pueraria lobata is indigenous to Japan. It is part of the pea family. You will find its vines and beautiful purple...

1. Kudzu
A Natural Remedy for a Hangover and More!
What Is It?
Kudzu is a natural herb called Pueraria lobata is indigenous to Japan. It is part of
the pea family. You will find its vines and beautiful purple flowers growing against
buildings and climbing trellises. It grows wild and can take over large areas and so is
known as a invasive weed. Also known as Japanese arrowroot, this exciting herb grows
naturally in Asia, Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands.
It was brought to America in the mid 1800s and now grows naturally in the Southeastern
United States.
What is it Used For?
Kudzu has been used by Chinese and Asian cultures for thousands of years for immune
and liver conditions resulting in symptoms of "excess heat", tinnitus and vertigo. It has
also historically been used to treat migraines and headaches and for the treatment of
diarrhea. Other conditions indicated to use Kudzu are: cardiovascular conditions such
as high blood pressure, angina and arrhythmia (irregular heart beat); common upper
respiratory infections such as the common cold, flu, swine flu and sinus infections; to
lower blood sugar in Diabetes; and to reduce menopausal symptoms.
In China one of the active ingredients in Kudzu called puerarin is used in intravenous
form to treat and prevent the formation of blood clots and to treat stroke victims.
One of the most interesting aspects of this special herb is that it is exceptionally useful
for treating symptoms associated with too much alcohol consumption. Symptoms such as
headaches, nausea, bowel disruption, vomiting, and light and sound sensitivity associated
with hang overs are miraculously ameliorated with this wonderful herb. It is also used to
treat alcoholism.
How Does It Work?
In Western Herbal medicine and in Traditional Chinese and Asian medicines three
portions of the herb Kudzu are commonly used – the root, leaf and the flower – for
different purposes as they differ in chemical properties.
The root of Kudzu was traditionally used in Chinese medicine to prevent too much
consumption of alcohol (alcoholism) and in cases when this was unsuccessful the flower
of the plant was used to treat the symptoms associated with too much alcohol
consumption. It was commonly known amongst Traditional Chinese medical practitioners

2. that only the flower of the plant was appropriate for the treatment of hangovers as it was
later confirmed in scientific studies the root has chemical properties that inhibit aldehyde
dehydrogenase thereby increasing acetaldehyde in the body.
There are chemical properties in Kudzu that can help with symptoms
of menopause called Isoflavones similarly found in Soy. They act like a
weak estrogen thereby alleviating symptoms such as heart palpitations, hot sweats, and
mood changes.
For cardiovascular conditions such as blood clots, stroke, arrhythmias and high blood
pressure Kudzu`s Isoflavones content and other constituents such as puerarin which also
helps with these conditions.
How to Use It?
The root in powder form mixed with warm water in a tea is used to treat digestive upset
and diarrhea.
The root is used for treating alcoholism.
The flowers are used to treat the symptoms of excess use of alcohol.
A combination of aerial parts of the herb and the root is used for: menopause, tinnitus,
headaches, migraines, cluster headaches, cardiovascular conditions, blood sugar
conditions, and respiratory infections.
Kudzu can be found in powder form, capsule or liquid. Duration of use and dosage is
dependant on the condition you are treating and the weight of the person.
Nutritional Information
Kudzu Quick Facts
Sources Kudzu Herb – Root, Leaves, Flowers
Applications · Alcoholism, Hangover, Cardiovascular, Digestive
Upset, Diarrhea, Headache, Migraine, Respiratory
Infections, Menopause, Stroke
Dosage Use As Directed
Works Well With · B Complex For Alcohol Use, Probiotic For Digestive
Upset, Infections, Magnesium For
Headaches, Migraines, Anti Coagulants: Fish
Oil, Garlic, Ginger
Important Information
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Caution In Cases Of Estrogen Related Cancers, Do Not
Use With Pharmaceutical Blood Clotting Medications,
Methotrexate, Tamoxifen, Diabetes Medications, Blood
Pressure Medications. Do Not Use In Pregnancy And
Lactation.
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