Alexandria senna is one of the common names of Senna Alexandrina, a plant frequently used in herbalism that is native to North Africa, although it is no grown commercially in other countries, such as India. This plant has large flowers and legume fruits that are both highly desirable for their health benefits. In fact, one of the other common names of this plant is Egyptian senna, because of what an important product it is in Egyptian ports to this day. The flowers, fruits, and leaves can be dried for later use. The medicinal benefits of this plant have been known for thousands of years.




Health benefits of Alexandria Senna Leaf



Some of the most important health benefits of Alexandria Senna include its ability to stimulate the digestive tract, detoxify the body, reduce inflammation, promote weight loss, protect against effects of the sun, improve the strength of your immune system, and increase the health of your skin.

- It can help to loosen up stool and induce excretion, which can help significantly for people suffering from severe constipation.

- The laxative effects of Alexandria senna are also anthelmintic, meaning that it helps to eliminate any worms or parasites in the gut.

- Some research suggests that Alexandria senna is able to prevent the absorption of calories into the blood due to how quickly it causes food to pass through the body.

- A paste made of Alexandria senna can be applied to the skin to alleviate a wide range of skin irritation conditions, including psoriasis, acne, eczema, and pimples.

- Some of the compounds in Alexandria senna bind to the keratin in your hair, thereby protecting it from ultraviolet radiation to keep it looking healthy and strong as you age.


Preparation:



Put 1g of dry herb into 1 cup of boiling water. Let stand for 5-10 minutes. Drink maximal 1 cups per day, between the meals.