Bianca Rosa Hops - Cream (2 oz, ZIN: 428612)

Although we associate hops with traditional English beer, the plant is a comparative newcomer, introduced from Germany in the 16th century. Enthusing about the hop's many virtues, John Gerard, writing in 1597, urges that "beer" be considered a "physical drink to keep the body in health [rather] than an ordinary drink for the quenching of our thirst". A few years earlier in 1562, William Turner noted in his "New Herbal" that he was amazed that, given the herb's numerous properties, physicians did not "use it more in health". - Just as in brewing, the female flowers or strobiles can be used to support health. They are strongly calming, so should be avoided by those liable to melancholy. Their anaphrodisiac action may be familiar to beer drinkers: excessive consumption can lead to loss of desire. - This anaphrodisiac action is due to oestrogen-like compounds in the plant. Women hop pickers often experienced menstrual irregularities and e - Apply Bianca Rosa cream morning and evenings, or as directed by a health care practitioner. On a moist cotton wool pad or with the fingertips, apply to the desired area of the body. Massage onto thoroughly cleansed skin with a gentle circular motion. - Bianca Rosa is an exclusive line of premium-quality natural products sourced from only the finest and purest ingredients from around the world. Bianca Rosa is hallmarked by the highest possible standards of purity, stability and freshness. All Bianca Rosa products are prepared with the highest level of quality control, from the raw materials used through the entire manufacturing process, up to and including the moment that the finished product is sealed for freshness and shipped to you. Our highest possible standards backed by our personal guarantee. - Bianca Rosa makes all products as aff