> Supplement Index > Cleavers / Galium aparine / Clivers > Cleavers General Information Cleavers Uses & Scientific Evidence For Cleavers Dosage Information Cleavers Safety & Interaction Information Buy Products That Contain Cleavers - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Cleavers General Information Cleavers is an edible and medicinal herb which has been used for centuries as an alternative medicine by indigenous people on many continents. The dried or fresh herb is said to have anti-inflammatory, astringent, diaphoretic, and diuretic properties, to name a few. Cleavers has a mild laxative effect. It stimulates the lymphatic system and has shown to be beneficial in skin related problems. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Cleavers Uses & Scientific Evidence For Today, Cleavers is often taken to treat skin problems such as seborrhoea, eczema and psoriasis. The fresh plant or juice of Cleavers in a medicinal poultice can be used for wounds, ulcers and many other skin problems. An infusion of this herb is useful in treating glandular fever, tonsillitis, hepatitis and cystitis, and can also be used to treat liver, bladder and urinary problems. Cleavers tea has traditionally been used internally and externally in the treatment of cancer; however, its effectiveness has not been proven. Because of Cleavers diuretic properties, it is used to clean gravel and urinary stones and for treating urinary infections. This herb also stimulates the lymphatic system and relieves swollen lymph glands, which drain away toxins and wastes. It is believed that Cleavers can also help lower blood pressure. A Cleavers infusion can also be used for your complexion and as a hair rinse for dandruff. This herb makes a good, natural deodorant as well. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Cleavers Dosage Information For treating specific conditions, it is best to consult with your physician or a qualified herbalist for the best results. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Cleavers Safety & Interaction Information If you are on any medications, consult with your physician before including Cleavers in your medical regimen. Safety in young children, pregnant or nursing women, or those with severe liver or kidney disease is not known. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - Buy Products That Contain Cleavers Below