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Symphytum6

• It is known as 'the Miracle Herb', and it is unfortunate that the drug companies have, in my opinion, closed off the 'research' into the herb Comfrey, Symphytum officinale, which has resulted in Comfrey being banned just about everywhere in the world. (breastcanceryogablog.com)
• My homemade Comfrey Leaf Fritters made from tuberous comfrey (Symphytum tuberosum). (monicawilde.com)
• I only eat common comfrey , Symphytum officinale ( leaf not root ) which rarely contains echimidine and tuberous comfrey ( Symphytum tuberosum ) which has less than 0.02% PAs. (monicawilde.com)
• Up until now (2018), Common comfrey leaf Symphytum officinale has been allowed in over-the-counter preparations in the USA, UK, Canada, Germany. (monicawilde.com)
• Echimidine, considered to be the most toxic of the PAs found in comfrey (Brauchli-Theotokis 1987), is rarely found in most samples of common comfrey ( Symphytum officinale L.) (Couet et al. (monicawilde.com)
• This may be due to the ability of common comfrey to hybridise with prickly comfrey creating a hybrid called Russian comfrey ( Symphytum x uplandicum ). (monicawilde.com)

Ointment2

• It is applied onto the skin as ointment, salve or oils. (breastcanceryogablog.com)
• Comfrey root ointment is used to treat painful osteoarthritis of the knee. (monicawilde.com)

Salve1

• Behold my comfrey root salve! (triplemoonalchemy.com)

Salves2

• Comfrey Comfrey salves, ointments and oils are best know for the topical treatment of burns, skin alterations and just about any skin irritation. (breastcanceryogablog.com)
• Comfrey works so fast that many herbalists will add antibacterial herb s such as other antibacterial herbs to comfrey salves, creams and oils to prevent sealing bacteria inside a fast healing wound. (breastcanceryogablog.com)

Knitbone1

• The name comfrey comes from the Latin 'confera' which means to knit together, hence the old country name for comfrey of Knitbone. (monicawilde.com)

Topically1

• Comfrey is a great one to help heal topically. (triplemoonalchemy.com)

Aloe1

• It is here in combination of soothing aloe vera and comfrey much relief would be felt. (breastcanceryogablog.com)

Wounds2

• The best remedy I know for wounds and burns of ANY kind, is Comfrey. (breastcanceryogablog.com)
• It is important not to use Comfrey with deep wounds because of this ability. (breastcanceryogablog.com)

Leaf2

• It isn't eaten a lot, as it has a slightly hairy, rough texture as the leaves age, but the young leaves and buds are very tender and delicious in recipes such as Comfrey Leaf Lemonade Fritters . (monicawilde.com)
• Due to this, medicinal or food products for internal use containing comfrey root , are restricted in many countries, with a few also restricting comfrey leaf , although it contains far fewer alkaloids. (monicawilde.com)

Allantoin2

• Many healing effects of comfrey are attributable to allantoin, a compound shown to speed cell production both inside and outside the body. (breastcanceryogablog.com)
• It is also used in cosmetics because comfrey contains substances that help skin regrow, including allantoin, rosmarinic acid and tannins. (monicawilde.com)

Traditionally1

• In herbal medicine, comfrey is traditionally used to repair damaged joints, broken bones and torn tendons. (monicawilde.com)

Inflammation1

• Comfrey also relieves pain and inflammation. (breastcanceryogablog.com)

Species4

• Common comfrey is a wild-growing herb that has a long tradition as both an edible and a medicinal species. (monicawilde.com)
• In the case of some species of comfrey, a particular PA called echimidine has caused special concern as it is toxic to the liver in animals. (monicawilde.com)
• There are several species of comfrey plant. (monicawilde.com)
• Due to the concerns about PAs, it is important to be able to identify the different comfrey species and it is not easy to tell them apart - except for the tuberous comfrey. (monicawilde.com)

Liver1

• Also, Comfrey when ingested has been found to be detrimental to the liver. (triplemoonalchemy.com)

Burns2

• Comfrey leaves are of great value as an external remedy, both in the form of poultice, for sprains, swellings and bruises, and for severe cuts, burns and rashes. (breastcanceryogablog.com)
• Scrapes, cuts, bites, burns, rashes and sores are among the many conditions that can adversely affect the skin, and for virtually all of them, there is the comfrey plant. (breastcanceryogablog.com)

Great1

• Other great benefits of Comfrey are in it being very soothing to the skin. (breastcanceryogablog.com)

Plant1

• Common comfrey in England mainly has strong coloured pink-purple flowers and lance shaped leaves, while Russian comfrey, which tends to be a bigger plant with broader pointed leaves, has paler violet or blue-purple flowers. (monicawilde.com)

Skin1

• Comfrey is a fantastic herb and is best-known for its amazing healing properties for the skin. (breastcanceryogablog.com)

Warnings1

• You may have found warnings or restrictions on the internal use of comfrey on the internet. (monicawilde.com)

Common2

• The difficulty nowadays is that common comfrey hybridises to Russian comfrey and some modern analysis shows echimidine appearing in common comfrey too. (monicawilde.com)
• Common comfrey has flowers that range from white to purple. (monicawilde.com)

Post1

• Look at the photo at the top of this post - it shows the difference between tuberous comfrey and Russian comfrey. (monicawilde.com)

Plants1

• Incidentally, comfrey is one of the few plants that takes up vitamin B12 from the soil, the vitamin that vegans need to supplement with to avoid pernicious anaemia. (monicawilde.com)

Symphytum officinale13

• Comfrey (Symphytum officinale) has been studied for its medicinal power. (emaxhealth.com)
• Comfrey cream is a natural substance made from Symphytum officinale , an herb in the borage family. (verywellhealth.com)
• Symphytum officinale is the scientific name for comfrey. (livestrong.com)
• The botanical name for comfrey is symphytum officinale , and some of its common names are bruisewort, healing herb, blackwort and nipbone. (wisegeek.com)
• The industrially most important PA-containing plant is Symphytum officinale (common comfrey). (ovid.com)
• Comfrey (Symphytum officinale) is a perennial herb with broad, hairy leaves and small pinky-purple, blue or white bell-shaped flowers. (baseformula.com)
• Comfrey (Symphytum officinale or Symphytum x uplandicum), has a long history of medicinal use. (houzz.com)
• Comfrey ( Symphytum officinale ) is sometimes used on the skin to treat wounds and reduce inflammation from sprains and broken bones. (memhc.org)
• The comfrey plant, Symphytum officinale, is a member of the borage family and has been called knitbone, bruise-wort, wound wort, healing herb and slippery root. (proliberty.com)
• It is assumed that this form of comfrey is a cross between the European comfrey, symphytum officinale, and comfrey from the Caucasus mountains, symphytum asperrium. (proliberty.com)
• Sometimes called knitbone or All Heal, comfrey ( Symphytum officinale L.) has been used for centuries to support bone, wound and lung healing, and at one time was recommended as a tea to soothe digestive issues . (mommypotamus.com)
• Botanical Name: Symphytum officinale Part used: Root Uses: Comfrey is thought to be effective for upset stomach, ulcers and diarrhea. (stakich.com)
• The active ingredient is a liquid extract of comfrey root (Symphytum officinale). (naturesbest.co.uk)

Extract38

• Several topical products containing comfrey root extract are available to purchase online . (medicalnewstoday.com)
• Therefore, we applied different approaches to further characterize a comfrey root extract (65% ethanol). (gsajournals.org)
• The phenolic profile of comfrey root sample was characterized by HPLC-DAD-QTOF-MS/MS. Rosmarinic acid was identified as main phenolic constituent (7.55 mg/g extract). (gsajournals.org)
• Comfrey root extract exhibited significant antioxidant activities when compared to known antioxidants. (gsajournals.org)
• What Is Comfrey Root Extract? (livestrong.com)
• Comfrey root extract is sometimes used topically to help treat pain, broken bones and other medical problems. (livestrong.com)
• You might use topical remedies containing comfrey root extract to treat sprains, bruises, wounds, broken bones and more. (livestrong.com)
• Today, you may use topical or oral remedies containing comfrey root extract for many of the same traditional purposes. (livestrong.com)
• Although these are the proposed uses for comfrey root extract, you should talk with your health care provider before using comfrey herbal remedies. (livestrong.com)
• You can also use ointments or creams containing 25-percent comfrey root extract. (livestrong.com)
• This is why comfrey root extract isn't recommended for internal remedies. (livestrong.com)
• A 2004 double-blind study of 142 people suffering from ankle sprains found that applying comfrey root extract cream helped to reduce healing time, pain and swelling over the course of eight days, compared to placebo, says the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. (livestrong.com)
• Another double-blind clinical trial published in 2009 found that comfrey root extract ointment helped to treat acute back pain, according to the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. (livestrong.com)
• A three-week-long, double-blind study of 220 people published in 2006 also found that comfrey root extract ointment relieved symptoms related to osteoarthritis of the knee, compared to placebo. (livestrong.com)
• A 2007 study of mice indicated that comfrey root extract had antiproliferative actions in hepatic cancer cells. (livestrong.com)
• Several cases published in 1999 reported that people developed dangerous liver problems or liver disease after taking comfrey root extract capsules or teas, says the University of Michigan Health System. (livestrong.com)
• Even short-term internal use of comfrey root extract can cause liver failure, even leading to the need for a liver transplant. (livestrong.com)
• However, a later study (published in Osteoarthritis Cartilage in 2012) found some evidence that a topical comfrey cream containing comfrey extract reduced pain, but had no effect on markers of inflammation or cartilage breakdown over 12 weeks of treatment. (verywellhealth.com)
• Researchers assigned the children to treatment with a cream containing either 10 percent comfrey extract or 1 percent comfrey extract. (verywellhealth.com)
• In those given the cream with the higher concentration of comfrey extract, a 50 percent healing rate was reached 0.9 days earlier (compared to those given the lower dose of comfrey). (verywellhealth.com)
• The study, which was published in the July 2010 issue, concluded that there was a significant difference between the comfrey extract and placebo group regarding pain intensity. (livestrong.com)
• In fact, the comfrey extract caused a 95.2 percent decrease in perceived pain during standard movements and it produced the pain-relieving effects rapidly. (livestrong.com)
• Herbal pastes, cosmetic creams and moisturizing lotions contain Comfrey leaf extract because of its medicinal value. (naturalremedies.org)
• Comfrey extract is a liquid solvent in which the principal medicinal properties of comfrey are soluble. (wisegeek.com)
• Any part of the comfrey plant can be employed in the making of the extract, but it almost always is the fresh or dried root that is used. (wisegeek.com)
• There also are a variety of liquids that can be used to make comfrey extract, but alcohol generally is the chosen solvent. (wisegeek.com)
• Bronchitis, coughs, dysentery, diarrhea and bone fractures are some of the health problems that are alleviated by taking comfrey extract. (wisegeek.com)
• Toxicity has been noted in some individuals who ingested comfrey extract regularly over a period longer than two weeks. (wisegeek.com)
• Commercially manufactured comfrey extract, like most extracts, are so highly concentrated that the usual dosage is only five to eight drops typically taken in a few ounces of water. (wisegeek.com)
• Comfrey extract can be homemade using the root and an all-natural liquid solvent such as vodka or any grain alcohol or olive oil. (wisegeek.com)
• Generally, a homemade comfrey extract is safer if they are made with all-natural solvents and the organically grown or wild crafted root. (wisegeek.com)
• When applied as an extract externally comfrey may help alleviate back pain, osteoarthritis, sprains and may help to reduce swelling. (aussiehealthproducts.com.au)
• D'Anchise R, Bulitta M, Giannetti B. Comfrey extract ointment in comparison to diclofenac gel in the treatment of acute unilateral ankle sprains. (memhc.org)
• Comfrey is an excellent source of vitamins A and C as well as being one of the few plants that can extract B-12 from the soil. (proliberty.com)
• When applied externally as a powdered extract, or when taken as a drink, it may help promote wound healing and skin regeneration. (xtend-life.com)
• Volunteers had Green Tea extract applied to the skin on their buttocks which was then exposed to solar radiation. (xtend-life.com)
• Nutrient-rich Algae Extract helps moisturize and soften skin, Pro-Vitamin B5 helps nourish damaged skin while botanical extracts of Licorice, Comfrey and Burdock soothe, calm and help decrease sensitivity. (dermalogica.com)
• Comfrey Herbal Extract - Excellent skin healer. (australianbotanics.com)

Pyrrolizidine alkaloids16

• Is comfrey root more than toxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids? (gsajournals.org)
• In addition, pyrrolizidine alkaloids were evaluated by HPLC-QQQ-MS/MS and acetylintermedine, acetyllycopsamine and their N-oxides were determined as major pyrrolizidine alkaloids in the comfrey root sample. (gsajournals.org)
• It's considered unsafe, due to the pyrrolizidine alkaloids that comfrey contains. (healthline.com)
• These actions were taken because comfrey contains dangerous levels of toxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids and its use has led to severe liver injury and death. (grandstrandmed.com)
• As noted above, comfrey contains substances called pyrrolizidine alkaloids that are both toxic to the liver and carcinogenic. (grandstrandmed.com)
• Unfortunately, comfrey root also contains large amounts of pyrrolizidine alkaloids, which are toxic and can cause serious liver damage or even death. (livestrong.com)
• The pyrrolizidine alkaloids contained in comfrey root can seriously harm your liver and may be carcinogenic. (livestrong.com)
• Although you're most at risk for liver damage when you take comfrey root remedies orally, topical applications may also be dangerous because you can absorb pyrrolizidine alkaloids through your skin. (livestrong.com)
• Therefore, you shouldn't use comfrey extracts before first talking with a health care professional, or use extracts containing more than 100 mcg of pyrrolizidine alkaloids in each daily dose. (livestrong.com)
• Comfrey contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids, substances that can cause liver damage, cancer, and even death, so it should be never be taken by mouth. (verywellhealth.com)
• Comfrey contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids which may cause serious illness or death. (vitasprings.com)
• Comfrey oil should only be used for external application as it contains chemicals called pyrrolizidine alkaloids, that in large quantities, can damage the liver. (baseformula.com)
• The reason is that Comfrey contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids these are toxic substances. (houzz.com)
• The arguments generally used were related to pyrrolizidine alkaloids, not Comfrey itself, and their theme was that pyrrolizidine alkaloids should be entirely eliminated from human diet and human medicine. (houzz.com)
• The problem with comfrey is that every plant contains varying levels of several kinds of pyrrolizidine alkaloids, or PAs. (mommypotamus.com)
• comfrey contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs), which can cause liver problems in large quantities. (dogsnaturallymagazine.com)

Common comfrey4

• On July 6, 2001 the FDA issued a letter to communicate their concern about the marketing of dietary supplements that contain the herbal ingredient comfrey - Symphytum officionale (common comfrey), S. asperum (prickly comfrey), and S. x uplandicum (Russian comfrey). (digitalnaturopath.com)
• Use only products made from leaves of common comfrey. (memhc.org)
• In addition, some herbalists argue that the risks have not been properly assessed because there are several kinds of comfrey - common comfrey ( S. officianale ), prickly comfrey ( Symphytum asperum ) and Russian comfrey ( S. uplandicum ) - and it's unclear which one was consumed in the cases that reported negative effects. (mommypotamus.com)
• Three plant species in the genus Symphytum are medicinally relevant and include wild or common comfrey, prickly or rough comfrey, and Caucasian, Quaker, Russian, or blue comfrey. (queenshealthemporium.com)

Creams14

• You can do the same with creams of comfrey available in the market. (ayurvediccure.com)
• A study reported in Phytotherapy Research also suggests that creams containing comfrey root can help relieve upper and lower back pain. (healthline.com)
• Use only small amounts of comfrey-containing creams for no longer than 10 days at a time. (bullshido.net)
• In a recent, well-designed trial, two concentrations of comfrey creams were evaluated for the treatment of fresh abrasions among 278 patients (almost a quarter of whom were under age 20). (grandstrandmed.com)
• Comfrey is a perennial shrub that is native to Europe, and its roots and leaves are sold as ointments, compounds oils, creams, compresses and leaf extracts for a variety of medicinal purposes. (livestrong.com)
• Comfrey is no longer sold in the U.S., except in creams or ointments. (memhc.org)
• Oral comfrey products have been banned in the U.S. and many European countries, but you can still find creams and ointments for the skin. (memhc.org)
• Comfrey ointments (containing 5 to 20% comfrey), creams, poultices, and liniments are made from the fresh or dried herb, leaf, or root of comfrey species. (memhc.org)
• DO NOT put creams or ointments with comfrey on a child's skin. (memhc.org)
• Use only small amounts of creams with comfrey for no longer than 10 days at a time. (memhc.org)
• You should not use some herbs that have also been known to cause liver problems, such as kava, skullcap, and valerian, while using comfrey ointments or creams. (memhc.org)
• Research has shown that applying comfrey creams to the skin reduces inflammation and pain from sprains, muscle injuries, and dental procedures. (queenshealthemporium.com)
• What makes our cream truly different from other comfrey-based creams however, is its use in clinical studies, where it has been shown to successfully target joint pain. (naturesbest.co.uk)
• Thyme Heal's Comfrey Ointment is a heavier preparation than our creams. (thymeheal.co.nz)

Anti-inflammatory10

• Comfrey root preparations are used for the external treatment of joint distortions and myalgia, due to its analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. (gsajournals.org)
• Medical studies show comfrey to have powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and that the plant is beneficial in wound and burn healing. (emaxhealth.com)
• In a similar way as the analgesic substances in comfrey, the various organic compounds, like saponins and tannins, also serve as anti- inflammatory components of this powerful herb. (organicfacts.net)
• Due to its analgesic and anti- inflammatory properties, Comfrey is used in medicines for sprains, joint stiffness, pain in the joints or muscles and edema. (naturalremedies.org)
• The anti-inflammatory properties of comfrey are included in a somewhat long list of medicinal properties of this perennial herb. (wisegeek.com)
• Comfrey Oil is known for its healing, anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. (baseformula.com)
• Tamanu Oil is well studied for its anti-inflammatory skin healing properties especially when applied immediately to burns and sun damage. (xtend-life.com)
• Lavender and red clover have anti-inflammatory actions, while comfrey root has the ability to stimulate cell proliferation by virtue of muco-polysaccharides. (truthinaging.com)
• Comfrey may have anti-inflammatory effects. (queenshealthemporium.com)
• Rosmarinic acid and other compounds in comfrey also deliver the anti-inflammatory and pain relieving properties that make it so effective in managing joint pain. (dogsnaturallymagazine.com)

Healing-herb1

• Comfrey has a long history as a traditional healing herb for a wide range of ailments - from pain to digestive issues to cancer. (dogsnaturallymagazine.com)

Calendula3

• Diaper rash: Apply calendula salve after every diaper change. (motherearthliving.com)
• These DIY products require fresh herbs like fennel seeds which Tamika says are great for deep cleansing your pores, calendula which soothes your skin, burdock root which is good if you have eczema or psoriasis and comfrey which is known to reduce the signs of aging. (livewellnetwork.com)
• Calendula and comfrey have skin-softening properties. (becomegorgeous.com)

Poultice4

• It was then she explained she had crawled almost a mile home, and administered first aid on herself using a comfrey poultice and ice until help arrived. (emaxhealth.com)
• To use the leaves as a poultice just crush them and apply to the wound. (digitalnaturopath.com)
• A comfrey poultice is an ancient remedy for broken bones and bruises. (lovetoknow.com)
• Another herb that's very good for this condition is comfrey, making a poultice of comfrey leaves. (thebody.com)

Knitbone5

• One of the common names for comfrey was "knitbone" and it has also found its way into various preparations for the assistance in the recovery from stress to bones, tendons and joints. (gaiaherbs.com)
• Historically, herbalists used oral and topical remedies containing comfrey root to promote the healing of bones, earning the herb the Latin name Symphytum, meaning "drawing together," and the common names knitbone and boneset. (livestrong.com)
• Comfrey is commonly known as knitbone and for good reason. (your-cup-of-tea.com)
• The homeopathic remedy Symphytum, or Comfrey, has been known for centuries as Knitbone. (medicalgeek.com)
• Herbalists have long used comfrey, or Knitbone. (medicalgeek.com)

Root22

• A 2013 review found some scientific evidence to suggest that the topical administration of comfrey root may help treat bruises, pain, and swelling. (medicalnewstoday.com)
• Our comfrey root powder is ground from organically cultivated roots. (mountainroseherbs.com)
• Up to date, key activity-determining constituents of comfrey root extracts have not been completely elucidated. (gsajournals.org)
• Moreover, trimers and tetramers of caffeic acid (isomers of salvianolic acid A, B and C) were identified and quantified for the first time in comfrey root. (gsajournals.org)
• Thus, comfrey root is an important source of phenolic compounds endowed with antioxidant activity which may contribute to the overall bioactivity of Symphytum preparations. (gsajournals.org)
• The root and leaves of the comfrey plant have been used in traditional medicine in many parts of the world. (healthline.com)
• You can also drink dried comfrey root and leaves as tea. (healthline.com)
• Comfrey root contains some toxic substances that pose serious health risks, however, so you should talk with your doctor before using any remedy containing this herb. (livestrong.com)
• People also took the root orally to treat lung problems, stomach ulcers and other gastrointestinal problems, and an eyewash made from comfrey was used to treat eye problems and irritations, notes the University of Michigan Health System. (livestrong.com)
• To apply comfrey to affected skin areas, simmer 3 ½ ounces of fresh or dried peeled root in 1 pint of water for 10 or 15 minutes and soak a cloth in the liquid, says the University of Michigan Health System. (livestrong.com)
• None of these studies and clinical trials prove that comfrey root is safe and effective for treating any medical condition, so be sure to consult your physician before using comfrey remedies. (livestrong.com)
• In fact, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ordered that all supplements containing comfrey root be pulled from store shelves due to the liver toxicity risks. (livestrong.com)
• Comfrey leaves usually applied externally, while comfrey root decoctions are used internally. (digitalnaturopath.com)
• We have yet to see a study proving a direct association between the limited medicinal ingestion of comfrey root and the development of liver disease. (proliberty.com)
• Despite the lack of independent studies proving that limited ingestion of comfrey root damages the liver, comfrey has been banned for sale in many countries including Canada, Australia and Japan. (proliberty.com)
• Comfrey root has incredible healing power. (proliberty.com)
• The root is a power house of healing energy that, when applied to a wound, makes blood coagulate which stops bleeding. (proliberty.com)
• I just kept sprinkling comfrey root powder over the mini-gusher of blood until only drips persisted within minutes of the accident. (proliberty.com)
• Im a soap maker and I make a comfrey soap that I love, but I use the root. (blogspot.com)
• I was wondering if you could tell me a way to grind this root to make comfrey root powder. (blogspot.com)
• Hey Lisa, I've run in to similar problems with Comfrey root, and others (like Kava, or Wild Yam). (blogspot.com)
• A combination of comfrey root, white oak bark, and slippery elm bark makes a very good cleanser. (newsmax.com)

Externally8

• To use externally the plant can be dried into a powder then water is added until it makes a thick gel-like paste and applied immediately for the most benefit. (emaxhealth.com)
• The astringency is best applied externally. (healthy.net)
• Comfrey may be used externally to speed wound healing and guard against scar tissue . (digitalnaturopath.com)
• Our results may contribute to the more realistic toxicological assessment of externally applied PA-containing products. (ovid.com)
• Apply externally at least six times a day or as needed. (vitasprings.com)
• Historically, comfrey was mostly used externally until the early 1800s. (proliberty.com)
• Although it has been traditionally used both externally and internally, recent documentation of serious liver damage from drinking comfrey tea has prompted many herbalists to stop recommending the internal use of comfrey. (mommypotamus.com)
• Herbal Medicine for Muscle Pain -- Commonly used herbs, including arnica, comfrey, and ginger are all applied externally. (howstuffworks.com)

Sprains12

• According to the same research review , results also suggested that comfrey can help treat osteoarthritis, as well as some injuries, such as ankle sprains. (healthline.com)
• You may not have heard of comfrey but long before there were available care clinics and doctor's offices on every corner the American Indians and pioneers used this natural plant to heal broken bones, sprains, and soft tissue injuries. (emaxhealth.com)
• Comfrey can be used in veterinary medicine to treat parasites and heal bones and sprains. (emaxhealth.com)
• Basically i order comfrey oil off the net to use on my shins as well as a few sprains I've accumulated through training. (bullshido.net)
• Comfrey cream is typically used as a topical herbal remedy for painful muscle and joint conditions, such as low back pain, osteoarthritis, and sprains. (verywellhealth.com)
• Several studies show that comfrey cream may be helpful in the treatment of ankle sprains. (verywellhealth.com)
• Ointments and poultices made from Comfrey leaves can be applied to sprains, cuts, rashes and boils. (naturalremedies.org)
• Hot fomentations wrung out of the strong tea can be applied relieve the discomfort of severe bruises, swellings, sprains and fractures. (wisegeek.com)
• Comfrey ointments have been used to heal bruises as well as pulled muscles and ligaments, fractures, sprains, strains, and osteoarthritis. (memhc.org)
• Research has shown that comfrey applied to the skin decreases inflammation and pain associated with sprains and muscle injuries. (queenshealthemporium.com)
• Our Comfrey cream is a medicinal product for the symptomatic treatment of joint pains, sprains, inflammation, and strains associated with restricted joint mobility. (naturesbest.co.uk)
• Comfrey is an approved medicine in Germany today for treating bruises, sprains and joint problems and it has been shown to be as effective, if not better than, pharmaceutical pain relief. (thymeheal.co.nz)

Feed Comfrey leaves1

• Because of their properties farmers used to feed Comfrey leaves to their animals as a part of their diet. (naturalremedies.org)

Chamomile6

• Chamomile essential oil can be diluted and applied, too. (healthline.com)
• You can also make chamomile tea, wait for it to cool, and apply as a skin wash or compress. (healthline.com)
• and comfrey, yarrow and chamomile extracts soothe and hydrate. (shopstyle.com)
• Try 10ml Infused Comfrey Oil, 10ml Evening Primrose Oil, 30ml Olive Oil, 2 drops German Chamomile essential oil, 2 Patchouli, 4 Lavender and 4 Geranium. (baseformula.com)
• Mix 10ml Infused Comfrey Oil, 6 teaspoons Aloe Vera & Seaweed Gel, 10ml Jojoba Oil, 2 drops Spearmint essential oil, 2 German Chamomile and 6 Lavender. (baseformula.com)
• For inflammation and hot pain blend a soothing balm with 6 teaspoons Aloe Vera & Seaweed Gel, 20ml Infused Comfrey Oil, 2 drops Eucalyptus essential oil, 2 German Chamomile, 4 Clary Sage, 4 Marjoram and 10 Lavender. (baseformula.com)

Herbal15

• Prepare an herbal tea from hops, comfrey, or white oak bark. (organicfacts.net)
• Comfrey is actually a broader genus scientifically known as Symphytum, which is used extensively in herbal medicine . (organicfacts.net)
• Comfrey is a commonly used herbal medicine with a long and proven history in the treatment of various complaints. (pfaf.org)
• Comfrey is often sold as an herbal supplement. (emedicinehealth.com)
• Avoid using comfrey together with other herbal/health supplements that can also harm the liver. (emedicinehealth.com)
• Other drugs may interact with comfrey, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins , and herbal products. (emedicinehealth.com)
• Comfrey is an herbal plant whose parts are used to manufacture various medicines. (naturalremedies.org)
• The herbal tea benefits of comfrey are versatile , as you will soon learn. (your-cup-of-tea.com)
• A number of important issues are embodied in the Comfrey dilemma, issues which have much broader implications for herbal medicine. (houzz.com)
• The FDA and the American Herbal Products Association warns that comfrey is for external use only and should not be applied to an open wound. (proliberty.com)
• Make a warm herbal solution by pouring 2 cups of boiling water over 30 grams of dried comfrey leaves or 60 grams of fresh leaves. (besthealthmag.ca)
• In addition to this a quarter of golden seal can also be applied to this herbal mix. (sooperarticles.com)
• External use of comfrey is still considered safe, though, so comfrey shouldn't be thrown out of your herbal toolkit altogether. (mommypotamus.com)
• This summary of a Cochrane review presents what we know from research about the effects of herbal therapies applied to the skin in people with osteoarthritis. (cochrane.org)
• Herbal home remedy for bursitis - Make a mixture of comfrey, alfalfa and chaparral diminish the soreness and reduces the inflammation. (online-vitamins-guide.com)

Prickly2

• The Symphytum genus contains about 35 species, all of which can be used interchangeably, although pyrrolizidine alkaloid content varies between species and are highest in Russian comfrey ( S. x uplandicum ) and prickly comfrey or ( S. asperum ). (mountainroseherbs.com)
• Black henbane is in the Solanaceae family and prickly comfrey is in the Boraginaceae family. (ca.gov)

Medicinal5

• Comfrey grows natively in Europe and western Asia, and the roots and leaves are used in medicinal preparations. (livestrong.com)
• Comfrey consists of chemicals and constituents with medicinal properties. (naturalremedies.org)
• Comfrey roots and leaves have long been used for medicinal purposes in teas, tinctures, ointments and compresses, although internal consumption is now discouraged due to its potentially toxic effects on the liver. (baseformula.com)
• Although comfrey is a medicinal plant, it is also grown to feed animals since it is considered the fastest builder of vegetable protein. (proliberty.com)
• If you cannot find comfrey, go to a greenhouse that specializes in medicinal plants. (preparedsociety.com)

Arnica6

• Arnica may be applied to the skin to help reduce bruising. (aussiehealthproducts.com.au)
• Botanical Name: Arnica montana Part used: Flower Uses: Arnica is often applied to the skin to treat pain associated with external bruising and swelling. (stakich.com)
• Pain (higher scores mean more severe pain): people who applied Arnica rated their pain to be 3.8 points lower (10.1 points lower to 2.5 points higher) than people who applied ibuprofen. (cochrane.org)
• After 3 weeks of treatment, people who applied Arnica rated their pain to be 40.4 and people who applied ibufrofen rated their pain to be 44.2 on a scale of 0 to 100. (cochrane.org)
• Physical function (lower scores mean better function): people who applied Arnica rated their physical function to be 0.4 points lower (1.75 points lower to 0.95 points higher) than people who applied ibuprofen. (cochrane.org)
• a greater proportion of people who applied Arnica reported side effects than did those who applied ibuprofen. (cochrane.org)

Products contain1

• The United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, and Germany also have banned the sale of oral products containing comfrey. (memhc.org)

Properties of comfrey1

• Following are some quotes from articles I have collected that testify to the remarkable and miraculous healing properties of comfrey. (proliberty.com)

Applications of comfrey2

• The benefits of topical applications of comfrey are based primarily on anecdotal evidence, and little research has been done to confirm the efficacy of comfrey for its purported uses. (livestrong.com)
• After numerous successful applications of comfrey while raising livestock, both as food and medicine, Doubleday founded the Henry Doubleday Research Association in England. (proliberty.com)

Extracts2

• Vitamin E and Pro-Vitamin B5 promote healthy tissue regeneration, while calming botanical extracts of Licorice, Comfrey and Burdock soothe the skin. (ulta.com)
• Calming extracts of Licorice, Comfrey and Burdock soothe skin and decrease sensitivity. (ulta.com)

Avoid comfrey1

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should avoid comfrey products altogether. (livestrong.com)

Take comfrey by mouth2

• You should never take comfrey by mouth. (healthline.com)
• Never take comfrey by mouth. (bullshido.net)

Bruises1

• A mixture of cayenne and pepper in a large volume of melted Vaseline has been shown to have healing effects on bruises if applied directly. (organicfacts.net)

Wound13

• Take some honey on a clean gauge and apply it directly to the wound . (ayurvediccure.com)
• Take half an onion and crush it, add to it a little honey and apply it to the wound. (ayurvediccure.com)
• Turmeric is an antiseptic and an antibiotic, so it can be directly applied over the cut or wound. (ayurvediccure.com)
• Then apply it directly to the wound. (ayurvediccure.com)
• Some clinical research supports the claim that comfrey has wound-healing powers. (healthline.com)
• The 10% comfrey cream led to significantly faster wound healing than the reference cream after 2 to 3 days of application. (grandstrandmed.com)
• Finally, a 2007 double-blind study of 278 people with fresh skin abrasions determined that applying a 10-percent concentration comfrey cream increased wound healing speed after just two to three days. (livestrong.com)
• When comfrey is used on open wound or applied excessively, it can build up in the body and become toxic. (livestrong.com)
• Research has shown that using comfrey on the skin improves and speeds up wound healing. (queenshealthemporium.com)
• Further research is needed to fully evaluate the role of comfrey in wound healing. (queenshealthemporium.com)
• Safe to apply-unlike other wound treatments, Corona can be safely applied with no gloves. (valleyvet.com)
• Lynne found that mixing comfrey powder (a coagulant) and pulverized goldenseal (an antiseptic) and applying it to the wound speeded healing. (motherearthnews.com)
• more intriguingly, applying the cut side of a potato to a poisoned or infected wound is said to draw the toxins out almost immediately. (homestead.org)

Internally4

• Comfrey was historically used orally to treat gastrointestinal illness, bronchitis and peptic ulcers, however comfrey has been found to be toxic to the liver when taken internally, and may cause hepatoxicity. (livestrong.com)
• Comfrey is used as a contact healer for external use , as when taken internally it can cause liver damage. (your-cup-of-tea.com)
• But the homeopaths have found Comfrey s usefulness in broken bones when taken internally. (medicalgeek.com)
• Comfrey was historically recommended internally to support healing when there is a dry cough or connective tissue injury (bone and skin). (mommypotamus.com)

Osteoarthritis3

• In a 3-week double-blind study of 220 people with osteoarthritis of the knee, comfrey cream reduced symptoms significantly more than a placebo cream. (grandstrandmed.com)
• Comfrey cream may help treat osteoarthritis of the knee, according to a study published in Phytomedicine in 2007. (verywellhealth.com)
• Comfrey has been used in alternative medicine as a possibly effective aid in treating back pain , osteoarthritis , or tenderness and swelling caused by a sprain injury. (emedicinehealth.com)

Liver disease4

• The main form of liver disease seen with comfrey is a blockage of small veins that can lead to liver cirrhosis and eventually liver failure (hepato-occlusive disease). (grandstrandmed.com)
• Oral use of comfrey for as brief a time as 5 to 7 days in a child and 19 to 45 days in adults has resulted in severe liver disease and death. (grandstrandmed.com)
• Although there was no evidence for liver damage in a group of people who regularly consumed comfrey, there are a number of case reports that implicate consumption of comfrey in the development of liver disease. (digitalnaturopath.com)
• DO NOT use comfrey if you have liver disease, alcoholism, or cancer. (memhc.org)

Safety of comfrey due2

• Much debate surrounds the safety of comfrey due to various parts and preparations containing potentially toxic alkaloids. (mountainroseherbs.com)
• However, those are individual occurrences, and no human clinical trials can be done to test the safety of comfrey due to the potential risks. (mommypotamus.com)

Aloe vera3

• It's possible to be sensitive or allergic to aloe vera, so do a patch test before you apply it to larger areas. (healthline.com)
• Mine is non-greasy (absorbs readily), with witch hazel, aloe vera and comfrey. (jpeterman.com)
• After the bath, apply diluted evening primrose oil or aloe vera cream. (becomegorgeous.com)

Oral comfrey products2

• For this reason, the Food and Drug Administration and European countries have banned oral comfrey products. (healthline.com)
• The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has banned oral comfrey products. (verywellhealth.com)

Plantain1

• The traditional use of this antiseptic herb involves drying it, powdering it, then mixing it with either plantain or comfrey water. (shtfplan.com)

Heal4

• People who are very active tend to eventually get injuries and if you're a parent you dread the days your children get hurt, but did you know there's a natural plant called comfrey that helps heal bones and sports injuries faster? (emaxhealth.com)
• In fact, cultivation of the plant dates back to around 400 B.C. when Greeks and Romans used comfrey to stop heavy bleeding, treat bronchial problems and heal broken bones. (emaxhealth.com)
• Traditionally, oral or topical use of comfrey was said to help bones heal more rapidly, and this is the origin of its Latin name Symphytum (drawing together). (grandstrandmed.com)
• Reflexology applies pressure to certain reflex points on the feet and hands to help the body heal itself. (howstuffworks.com)

Plant12

• I have personally used comfrey when on camping and kayaking trips when medical help was not readily available and as a nurse and massage therapist, believe the plant has a place in alternative therapies. (emaxhealth.com)
• I must warn however, that unless you are an experience herbalist and know how to definitively identify the comfrey plant you should only purchase the plant or products from a trusted supplier like Kauai Farmacy in Hawaii. (emaxhealth.com)
• Comfrey is a high-yielding leafy green plant that has been used for centuries as a feed crop for animals and a medicine for humans. (grandstrandmed.com)
• Comfrey is an example of a plant species that contains fourteen different PAs. (wikipedia.org)
• The Comfrey plant is grown in many parts of the world to make medicines and supplements from its leaves and roots. (naturalremedies.org)
• The roots of the Comfrey plant also contain healing qualities. (naturalremedies.org)
• If you want to grow your own comfrey, it is best to plant it in the spring or autumn and let the plant become established. (your-cup-of-tea.com)
• Comfrey is a plant that is used in organic gardening, helping to break down compost and act as a super mulch. (aussiehealthproducts.com.au)
• How do the toxicological studies on Comfrey compare with those for commonly used plant substances? (houzz.com)
• Comfrey preparations are made from the leaves or other parts of the plant grown above the ground. (memhc.org)
• This product is only recommended for topical use, as one of its main ingredients, the materials from a plant called comfrey , may be detrimental to health if consumed or used in suppository form. (wisegeek.com)
• The Comfrey plant is a common plant found growing wild along verge sides in the UK and throughout Europe. (naturesbest.co.uk)

Bruise6

• Margarine can be applied over the bruise. (organicfacts.net)
• These can be applied over the bruise and can cure the bruise within a few days. (organicfacts.net)
• After cooling the bruise for 24 hours, start applying heat to bring more circulation to the area and help clear away the pooled blood. (besthealthmag.ca)
• Soak a gauze pad or a washcloth in the solution and apply it to the bruise for an hour. (besthealthmag.ca)
• Soak a cold compress with witch hazel and apply it to the bruise, soaking the pad again when it begins to dry out. (thisislocallondon.co.uk)
• Alternatively, you can apply mashed parsley or comfrey to the bruise, leaving it there for as long as possible. (thisislocallondon.co.uk)

Cream11

• Although there is a little scientific evidence to support its use, a person can try applying a vitamin C cream to the affected area to improve healing. (medicalnewstoday.com)
• In a double-blind, placebo-controlled study of 142 people with acute ankle sprain, use of comfrey cream for 8 days significantly enhanced rate of recovery. (grandstrandmed.com)
• 13 In another randomized trial of 379 people with acute back pain, a topical combination of comfrey and methyl nicotinate cream reduced back pain (at rest and with movement), decreased functional impairment, and reduced use of rescue medication compared to methyl nicotinate cream alone or placebo. (grandstrandmed.com)
• 15 The higher concentration cream (10%) contained 10 times more comfrey than the low-concentration cream (considered the reference or placebo cream). (grandstrandmed.com)
• in other words, every 100 grams of cream contains the equivalent of 25 grams of comfrey sap. (grandstrandmed.com)
• Proponents claim that comfrey cream can treat a variety of health conditions and injuries. (verywellhealth.com)
• Comfrey cream could help ease back pain , suggests a 2010 study from the British Journal of Sports Medicine . (verywellhealth.com)
• While studies suggest that comfrey cream may offer some pain-relieving benefits, large-scale clinical trials are needed to confirm these effects. (verywellhealth.com)
• Combine the heavy cream with the grounded comfrey. (hubpages.com)
• Take 40ml Organic Moisturising Cream Base, add 10ml Infused Comfrey Oil, 6 drops Neroli essential oil, 2 Jasmine, 2 Rose, 4 Frankincense and 4 Patchouli. (baseformula.com)
• Comfrey cream has been shown to be fairly helpful in fracture healing. (rockandice.com)

Broken bones1

• For broken bones a splint would also need to be applied. (emaxhealth.com)

Uses of Comfrey1

• Frost R, MacPherson H, O'Meara S. A critical scoping review of external uses of comfrey (Symphytum spp. (memhc.org)

Form of comfrey1

• Today, eating or taking any form of comfrey by mouth isn't recommended. (healthline.com)

Ingestion of comfrey1

• In fact, the USDA warns against human ingestion of comfrey roots or leaves. (naturalremedies.org)

Shouldn't use comfrey1

• Children, elderly people, and pregnant or nursing women shouldn't use comfrey in any form. (verywellhealth.com)

Preparations of comfrey1

• Traditional healers have also used oral preparations of comfrey to treat stomach issues, such as ulcers, colitis, and diarrhea. (healthline.com)

Historically1

• Historically, some people have eaten comfrey leaves as a vegetable. (healthline.com)

Goldenseal1

• Place rosemary, comfrey and goldenseal leaves in a food processer. (lovetoknow.com)

Witch Hazel1

• Fill a small spray bottle with witch hazel and a few drops of lavender essential oil and apply to your perineum after you use the restroom. (passionatehomemaking.com)

Soothe1

• Comfrey has been used with benefit in cases of bronchitis and irritable cough, where it will soothe the irritation and promote expectoration. (digitalnaturopath.com)