Goat's Rue is a bushy perennial shrub native to Europe and some parts of Asia. It's known also as galega, goat's-rue, French lilac, Italian fitch or professor-weed.
In Medieval times the herb was mainly used to dispel worms, cure the bites of venomous beasts and to improve digestion. A newly discovered property is the herb's ability to reduce blood sugar levels, which is useful in the treatment of diabetes. The pharmaceutical drug Metformin, which is one of the most commonly prescribed drugs for diabetes, is based on guanidine, a compound found in Goat's Rue.
Usage:
To make an infusion, use 1 tsp of Goat's Rue Herb to 250 ml of water. Place the herb in a cup, pour on boiling water and leave it to steep for 5-15 minutes. After this time strain the beverage and drink.
