Lúpulo ( Humulus Lupulus ) serve para distúrbios do sono e ansiedade

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Hops (Humulus Lupulus) is used for sleep and anxiety disorders

Hops are a medicinal plant, also known as Engatadeira, Pé-de-cock or Northern Vine, widely used to make beer, but which can also be used in the preparation of home remedies to treat sleep disorders, for example.

Its scientific name is Humulus Lupulus and can be purchased at health food stores and handling pharmacies.

What Hops are for:

Hops are used to help treat agitation, anxiety and sleep disorders, and also act as an anti-spasmodic in case of menstrual cramps.

Hops properties:

The properties of Hops include its calming, antispasmodic and sound action.

Side effects of hops:

Side effects of hops include drowsiness and decreased libido when consumed in excess.

Contraindications for Hops:

Hops are contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding, as well as for patients with diabetes or cancer.