What Are the Benefits of Ignatia?

Ignatia Amara is a traditional homeopathic remedy prepared from the seed pods of the Saint Ignatius tree. Native to the Philippines, Ignatia Amara is used to treat acute conditions resulting from intense mental or physical stress.

Forms

• Ignatia is sold in pill form by retailers of homeopathic remedies. The Ignatia bean itself can be chewed or used to create an alcohol-based extract.

Depression and Grief

• Ignatia is commonly used to relieve symptoms of grief, intense stress and acute depression, according to 1-800-homeopathy.com.

Physical Benefits

• Severe physical symptoms associated with prolonged periods of stress, including headache, stomachache, fever and nausea, can be relieved with Ignatia. Other physical ailments, including sore throat, nausea and constipation, can be alleviated.

Sleeplessness and Bedwetting

• Ignatia has been known to lessen the frequency of bedwetting in children and seniors. Sleeplessness caused by any of the symptoms of acute stress mentioned above also can be alleviated.

Warning

• Consult your physician before taking any new medication, including homeopathic remedies.