African geranium is an herb that has been used for centuries to boost the immune system, treat inflammation of the upper and lower respiratory tract, and relieve pain and skin problems.
Plants have countless uses and properties. They can help purify the air, delight us with their bright colours, and can also be used to improve our health. One such plant is Pelargonium sidoides, known as the African geranium.
African geranium originates from Africa and has beautiful bright colours and velvety leaves. But it is much more than just pretty flowers! The plant’s powerful healing properties were first discovered in South Africa. The herb was taken as a tea or as an extract of the plant’s root and was used to support respiratory and digestive health.
Today, the root of the African geranium is used as a natural alternative to antibiotics, as well as for treating the symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections – colds, coughs and sore throats.[1, 2] It is thought to prevent the development of bronchitis and can be an effective treatment for various bacterial and viral infections. It is also used for gastrointestinal disorders. It has an analgesic effect and can relieve the symptoms of a sore throat. African geranium is effective in treating both acute and chronic conditions.
Here we present the five most important properties of African geranium extract.
- African geranium can help you recover more quickly.
Scientists claim that African geranium is effective in combating upper respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis, sinusitis and the common cold. Research shows that people with acute bronchitis can completely eliminate their symptoms without antibiotics in just one week. The herbal extract has been clinically proven to reduce the duration and intensity of irritation in the nose, throat and chest, and to relieve coughing. [1, 2] The extract helps to clear mucus from the upper respiratory tract by stimulating the movement of the cilia that line them.
Taking supplements containing African geranium extract at the first signs of a respiratory illness is very effective and can shorten its duration.
- African geranium can save you from taking antibiotics.
Based on a 2020 analysis, it was concluded that there is a direct link between taking African geranium root extract and a reduced need for antibiotics in the later stages of the disease.
An interesting fact is that in 1897, an Englishman named Charles Stevens travelled to South Africa in the hope of curing his tuberculosis. There, he consulted a tribal healer who gave him a medicine made from a local plant. Cured, Charles Stevens returned and presented the African geranium to the British Medical Association as an effective treatment for tuberculosis. This treatment was actively used until the advent of antibiotics in the mid-20th century.
- The herbal extract has strong antibacterial properties.
It has been found that the herb extract can halt the spread of bacteria in the respiratory system and prevent infection. In addition, African geranium has the ability to help combat Helicobacter pylori, a stomach bacterium known for causing stomach ulcers.
- When taken as an extract or tea, it can reduce stress.
Although in recent years African geranium has mainly been used to treat respiratory tract infections, the plant has been known for centuries for its beneficial effect on the nervous system.
Science confirms this. Research shows that the herbal extract helps to balance the hormones that cause stress and anxiety.
- It acts as an immunomodulator.
An important part of the healing properties of African geranium is its ability to stimulate the immune system. It activates the immune system, accelerates recovery and protects against recurrent infections. African geranium naturally strengthens the body’s defences and its ability to fight viruses and bacteria. [5, 6]
One of the main ingredients of Stamatin is precisely the extract of this miraculous herb. In addition to African geranium, the product also contains extract of the Chinese herb Radix Isatidis, known for its effectiveness in combating various types of viruses and bacteria. Stamatin’s special formula, which also contains optimal amounts of zinc and vitamin C, supports the immune system and is an excellent aid for the body’s recovery from various stressful situations.
For decades, African geranium has been used as an active ingredient in numerous immune-boosting products. During that time, it has been the subject of numerous studies which have shown that, in addition to its high efficacy, the extract has a good safety profile and does not cause any serious side effects.
