Lily of the Valley

Lily of the Valley (Convallaria majalis) is often used as a cardiac tonic that supports heart health. Lily of the Valley contains flavonoids that act as vasodilators that stimulate the arteries and aid in the dilation of blood. Lily of the Valley can effectively treat congestive heart failure, valvular heart disease, edema, and cardiac debility. Lily of the Valley can also treat arrhythmia (irregular heart beat), as it improves the muscular function of the heart to regulate the heartbeat. Lily of the Valley has therapeutic properties that make it beneficial in the treatment of anxiety and depression. Lily of the Valley has mild laxative properties that aid in the smooth excretion of waste and provides relief from constipation. Lily of the Valley can help improve cognitive function and reduces decline in age-related memory loss. Lily of the Valley is used to treat Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) such as asthma and emphysema. Lily of the Valley has diuretic properties that helps remove toxins and infections-causing bacteria from the urinary tract. Lily of the Valley also aids the kidneys by flushing depositions of toxins. It also helps reduce water retention and bloating in the body. The essential oil extract of the herb can be applied topically to treat gout and can also reduce inflammation and pain.