Poke Root (Phytolacca Americana)

The root has a very specific role in good breast health.  It is known, when applied topically as a poultice or a salve, to be helpful in dissolving fibrous or cystic areas in the breast.  It is anti-inflammatory so may relieve congestion and swelling.  It has been used in this way for millennia.  Infuse it in a good carrier oil such as Johoba oil.  

Poke should be used with care by nursing mothers.  Though it may be helpful for congestion or inflammation in the breast, it is too “potent” and extremely toxic for a baby. It has so many beneficial uses particularly when infused in oil.  This can be helpful for breast massage or massage over fibroids in the uterus.  It is beneficial in lymphatic cleansing, urinary tract cleansing, colon cleansing and the breaking up of “cysts” or “fibroids” or other congestion in the body.  Applied topically it is relatively safe.  Used internally it can be extremely toxic if not used wisely.  Consumption of the root, in just a small dose, will create intense vomiting, sweating, and explosive bowel movements and urinary tract cleansing.