Comfrey Root Vs. Comfrey Leaves
The comfrey plant contains many healing properties both in its leaves and its roots. It is important to understand the proper use of this plant in order to utilize its benefits.
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Comfrey
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Comfrey, also known as Knitbone, is well known for it's ability to treat muscle tissue, bone damage and skin abrasions. Both its leave and its roots are used externally in the form of oils and poultices to heal wounds and aching or broken bones.
Nutrients
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The same types of nutrients are found through the entire plant, but certain of its properties are more concentrated in certain areas. For this reason, it is important to know exactly how to use comfrey to treat a specific ailment.
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Root vs. Leaf
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There are differences in the toxin levels of comfrey leaves and roots, making it dangerous if used improperly. These toxins, called pyrrolizidine alkaloids, are more highly concentrated in the root than the leaves, making the root more dangerous for consumption. The Herbal Remedies website suggests that comfrey can be taken internally in small doses to ease such ailments as arthritis and ulcers.
External Use
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Comfrey is more commonly used externally, and both the roots and leaves are beneficial in controlled doses.
Research
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Be sure to perform plenty of research before using comfrey, as it's potentially harmful effects are still being investigated.
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