The Health Benefits of Goldenrod

**Video Transcript**

Hello, I’m Dr. Pat Nardini, and I’d like to talk to you today about goldenrod. This beautiful yellow flowered plant blooms in late summer and early fall, and is beloved by bees and other insects, as you can see, and even some humans.

What is Goldenrod Good For?

Goldenrod is used medicinally to reduce pain and swelling, in other words, inflammation.

It’s also effective as a diuretic to increase urine flow and to stop muscle spasms, among other uses.

Does Goldenrod Cause Allergies?

But I’d like to take this opportunity to bust a myth about goldenrod. It’s in the same family as ragweed, and it’s been said that goldenrod can cause seasonal allergies. It doesn’t. Like I mentioned earlier, it’s insect pollinated.

The pollen doesn’t travel in the wind, so it’s not going to trigger allergies like ragweed does. Having said that, if you have an allergy to ragweed, or another plant in the daisy family, it’s best to be cautious if you’re using goldenrod medicinally. You should also exercise caution using this herb if you’re on water pills for high blood pressure. And always check with a qualified health practitioner before using medicinal plants if you have a pre existing health condition or if you’re on medication.

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