Khella is used for respiratory conditions including asthma, bronchitis, cough, and whooping cough.
It is also used for diseases of the heart and blood vessels (cardiovascular disorders) including high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat (arrhythmias), congestive heart failure (CHF), chest pain (angina), “hardening of the arteries” (atherosclerosis), and high cholesterol.
Other uses include treatment of diabetes, colic and abdominal cramps, liver and gallbladder disorders, kidney stones, and fluid retention.
Women use khella for menstrual pain and premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
Some people apply khellin taken from khella directly to the skin and then expose the area to light to treat skin problems such as vitiligo, psoriasis, and patchy hair loss (alopecia areata).
It is also put on the skin to treat wounds, skin redness and swelling (inflammation), and poisonous bites.
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Uses & Effectiveness
Psoriasis: Early research suggests that taking khellin, a chemical in khella, by mouth in combination with sunlight exposure helps clear skin sores in people with psoriasis.
A skin discoloration disorder called vitiligo. ...
Stomach cramps.
Kidney stones.
Menstrual cramps.
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
Self Care Beauty Rituals~
While chanting I am bountiful, blissful, & beautiful:
Mist face before or after face oil or serum to brighten, clarify, & hydrate the skin—excellent for all skin types, clears and calms acne, rich in graceful-ageing nutrients
As a cleansing water, spray a couple spritzes on a cotton pad
2 pumps sublingual as a tincture or in place of a cup of tea
Add a teaspoon to 32 oz. of water for an herbal infused drink
A tablespoon or so to a warm bath
To aid in balancing hormones: spritz belly to ease menstrual discomfort or use as a companion during menopause to cool off hot flashes
Mist all over your pillow to improve sleep quality
Spray on hair to refresh scalp