Red clover is one of the purifying herbs. It is used to clear up skin conditions. Red clover is also a great herbal source of potassium. Potassium is one of the most valuable minerals necessary for healthy human functioning. It keeps our hearts beating regularly and it prevents stroke.
Potassium regulates the transfer of nutrients through cell membranes. Taken regularly with magnesium, Potassium helps to prevent calcium-oxalate kidney stones. A significant study completed in 1997 revealed that low potassium contributes to high blood pressure. It transmits electrochemical impulses to maintain stable blood pressure. Potassium also works with sodium to control the water balance in our bodies.
Foods such as bananas, avocados, lima beans, spinach, garlic, apricots, nuts, brewer’s yeast, yams and yogurt are all great sources of potassium. Red clover can be taken as a tincture, in capsule form or as a tea. To make a good cup of red clover tea, take 2 to 3 teaspoons of red clover
flowers and steep in 1 cup of boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes.