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Ivy Leaf is the common name for the leaves of the plant Hedera helix L., it belongs to a family called Araliaceae. The plant can now be found across the United States, Canada and across the world and is native to Europe and Asia. For decades, the leaves have been used to make extracts for use in herbal medicine as a remedy for combating respiratory infections.
Ivy leaf contains saponins, flavonoids, and other phenolic compounds, proper use of this herb is very good for the human body.
Specification of Ivy Leaf Extract:
Name | Ivy Leaf Extract | |
Latin Name | Hedera helix L | |
Appearance | Brown Yellow Powder | |
Source | From Ivy Leaf | |
Specification | 4:1, 5:1, 10:1, 50:1, 100:1 1%-10% Hederacoside C; 1%-10% Hederacosides |
Health benefits of Ivy Leaf Extract:
• RELIEVING COUGH
Ivy leaf extract has anti-inflammatory and expectorant properties. The anti-inflammatory and expectorant properties are from phenolic acids, flavonoids, and saponins that can reduce inflammation and swelling in the airways, loosen mucus and relieve chest congestion, thereby relieving cough symptoms. In particular, ivy may be useful for the treatment of asthma, bronchitis, cough in children.
• GOOD FOR CHRONIC BRONCHITIS
Ivy leaf extract is effective and safe in the treatment of bronchitis, which is characterized by symptoms such as excessive mucus production and productive cough in adults.
• Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties
Ivy is rich in polyphenols, or plant compounds, called saponins and flavonoids. These compounds provide a host of potential benefits
Most notably, they are potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds.