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Kawakawa
Macropiper excelsum

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ACTIONS
Antidyspeptic, Spasmolytic, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Circulatory Stimulant, Analgesic, Alterative, Tonic.

SYMPTOM PICTURE

‘Digestive problems, cold extremities’.

Kawakawa can be used for a wide range of digestive complaints, especially where there is digestive insufficiency, inflammation or dyspepsia. It is a mild analgesic and has a mild circulatory stimulating effect, making it useful in rheumatic conditions as well as skin conditions. It also has a reputation as an effective nervine.

EXTERNAL USE: Any topical fungal infection, such as tinea and candidiasis.