What is catnip used for medicinally?

Catnip tea is most commonly used to treat nervousness and anxiety, along with other symptoms these conditions can cause, such as indigestion and insomnia. It may be used to treat conditions or symptoms related to gastrointestinal upset, including indigestion, cramping, and gas.

Can I eat fresh catnip?

Fresh catnip leaves can be eaten in salads or just nibbled off the plant. But the flavor is strong, kinda like mint, so use it sparingly.

Can cats OD on catnip?

Most cats react to catnip by rolling, flipping, rubbing, and eventually zoning out. Be mindful of overindulgence though—cats are unlikely to overdose on catnip, but they can get sick if they eat too much. Trust your kitty to know when they’ve had enough.

What would happen if a human ate catnip?

Side effects. Intake of catnip by humans can have some common side effects like headache or nausea, if taken in large dose, people may feel dizzy after smoking it. Pregnant women should avoid smoking or drinking catnip as this plant can potentially cause uterine contractions.

What does catnip do to people?

For example, many people use catnip as an alternative method for treating the flu and colds, because catnip can cause a person to sweat, without increasing the actual temperature of the body. This is the diaphoretic effect of the herb. Catnip can do more than help to treat colds and flu, however.

Does catnip affect humans?

The effects of catnip on humans have not been widely documented by modern medical science, but both European and American folk traditions have assigned this herb several healing properties. One of the main effects of catnip on humans is said to be a sedative effect.

Is catnip poisonous to humans?

Yes, catnip is edible and it is not poisonous to humans. Humans can consume it in the form of tea, juice, infusion, tincture.