Goat’s rue is a herb known by the
It produces bright green leaflets and purple or white lilac-like flowers. It has no scent but does have a bitter taste. The plant’s flower tops and leaves are used to make natural remedies.1
Goat’s Rue Health Uses and Health Benefits
Goat’s rue health benefits are known for being a natural diuretic, which can help with edema in the lower legs. Goat’s rue also has benefits for diabetes management in prediabetes or early symptoms of diabetes. 2,3
It’s also traditionally used as a tonic to help protect and heal the liver. Goat’s rue can help to stimulate the pancreas and the adrenal glands, which is helpful for improving energy levels. Goat’s rue can be taken for improving digestion as well. It also has positive healing effects on the kidneys and can help with kidney failure.2,3
As a general remedy, goat’s rue if used as a tonic to help detoxify the blood.2
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