Boldo has a long history of dietary and medicinal uses in South American communities. It has a variety of properties, such as increasing urine production, fighting bacteria, and stimulating the stomach. For these reasons, it has been used for bladder infections, liver problems, and gallstones. It can also be used to reduce anxiety, gout, and joint pain.
Drinking this tea before meals can improve digestion and help prevent heartburn, gas, and bloating. The strong woody aroma makes it useful for culinary purposes, adding a healthy boost to your meals. The herb encourages the release of bile, which works to dissolve fats and increases the time spent in the digestive tract, allowing for more complete digestion.