Senna Pods - Σέννα - Senna Alexandrina
Each pack contains ½ cup (125ml) of the Herb. The weight varies due to the density of each herb.
Basic Medicinal Properties:
Senna pods are a potent herbal laxative with natural purgative, detoxifying, and digestive-supporting properties. They promote bowel movements, relieve constipation, support colon health, and aid in cleansing the body. Traditionally, they have been used in herbal medicine for digestive wellness and detoxification.
Additional Details
Relieves Constipation and Supports Bowel Health
Senna pods contain natural compounds called sennosides, which stimulate the intestinal muscles, promoting bowel movements. They are commonly used to treat occasional constipation and sluggish digestion.
Aids Detoxification and Cleansing
Senna is often included in herbal detox blends to support colon cleansing and digestive purification. It helps eliminate waste from the body, making it useful for short-term detox regimens.
Supports Weight Management
Due to its cleansing effects on the digestive tract, senna is sometimes used in herbal weight management teas. However, it should not be relied upon as a long-term weight loss aid.
May Help Reduce Bloating
By promoting digestion and waste elimination, senna pods help reduce bloating and discomfort associated with digestive sluggishness.
Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Properties
Senna contains flavonoids and other bioactive compounds with mild antimicrobial and antioxidant effects, supporting gut health and overall well-being.
Promotes Liver and Gallbladder Health
Traditionally, senna has been used to support liver function and stimulate bile flow, aiding in fat digestion and toxin removal.
About the Herb
Historical and Folklore Uses
Senna has been used for thousands of years in herbal medicine, particularly in Traditional Arabic, Ayurvedic, and Chinese medicine. The ancient Egyptians valued senna as a powerful laxative, and it was commonly used in cleansing and purgative remedies.
In medieval Europe, senna became a popular herbal remedy in monastic medicine, where it was prescribed for digestive issues and general detoxification.
Folklore and Symbolism
Senna has long been associated with purification and renewal. In some cultures, it was believed to help cleanse not just the body but also the spirit, aiding in the removal of negativity and stagnant energy.
Ancient herbalists considered senna a sacred plant due to its strong medicinal effects, and it was often combined with other herbs to balance its potency.
Culinary and Traditional Uses
Senna pods are dried and brewed into teas or herbal infusions for digestive support.
They have been used in traditional detox formulas to aid in cleansing the colon.
In some cultures, senna was combined with warming herbs like ginger or fennel to reduce its strong laxative effects.
Interesting Facts
The name Senna Alexandrina comes from its historical trade route through Alexandria, Egypt.
Unlike many laxatives, senna is classified as a stimulant laxative, meaning it works by encouraging intestinal contractions.
The herb was a key ingredient in traditional European "purgative teas", often used before fasting or medicinal treatments.
While effective, senna should be used in moderation to avoid dependency or digestive discomfort.