Galangal root (scientific name: Potentilla erecta) is a highly effective herbal remedy that has pronounced astringent, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and hemostatic properties. The remedy is widely used to treat gastrointestinal disorders, stop internal bleeding, and as an antiseptic for local use. Main medicinal properties For the gastrointestinal tract: neutralizes fermentation processes, helps with diarrhea, gastritis, colitis, enteritis and flatulence. Hemostatic effect: helps stop gastric, intestinal and uterine bleeding of an inflammatory nature. Local effect: the decoction is effectively used for rinsing for inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity, gums and throat (stomatitis, gingivitis, tonsillitis). For men's health: in folk medicine, the root is valued as a natural aphrodisiac, which improves blood circulation in the genitals and maintains potency. Instructions for preparation and use Preparation of the decoction: pour 1 tablespoon of crushed rhizomes with 200 ml of hot boiled water in an enameled dish. Water bath: infuse under the lid in a boiling water bath for 30 minutes. Filtration: strain the decoction hot, squeeze out the residue and bring the volume of the liquid to the original 200 ml with boiled water. Dosage: take 1 tablespoon 3–5 times a day, warm, 30–40 minutes before meals. The course of treatment usually lasts from 2 to 4 weeks.