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🌿 Tansy Herb (Tanacetum vulgare) | Digestive Aid & Natural Insect Repellent | NYCherbs®
The Remedy:
🌱 Other Names: Bitter Buttons, Golden Buttons, Common Tansy, Feverfew (regional confusion), Athanasia.
✨ Key Benefits:
🍃 Digestive Aid – Traditionally used to stimulate digestion and ease bloating.
🦠 Antiparasitic Support – Historically used to expel intestinal worms and parasites.
🛡️ Insect Repellent – Natural deterrent against insects and pests.
🔥 Menstrual Support – Folk use for regulating cycles (not recommended without supervision).
💧 Topical Applications – Used externally for joint discomfort and skin conditions.
📌 Traditional & Modern Uses:
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Folk remedy for digestive sluggishness and bloating
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Insect-repelling herb in gardens, sachets, and natural sprays
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Used externally in poultices or washes for minor skin issues
🌼 Herbal Combinations:
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Wormwood → Synergizes as an antiparasitic blend
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Clove → Enhances antimicrobial action
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Peppermint → Balances bitter flavor, aids digestion
🧴 Available Forms:
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Dried Herb
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Powder
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Capsules
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Tincture/Extract