An annual plant from the family of the compositae, it grows everywhere in most parts of the country. Sources: 'It is enough for a person to look at the marigolds to improve his eyesight' - Mayer. 'The marigolds make the heart happy' - Nicholas Culpepper. Plant properties: bitter, pungent, slightly cooling, drying, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antifungal. The plant contains: saponins, flavonoids, mucus, essential oil, resin, steroids. Medical uses: *Significantly strengthens the immune system. *Helpful for colds. *Helpful for flu. *For various infections accompanied by fever. *For menstrual disorders. *For menstrual pain. *For liver dysfunction. *Heals the muscles and prevents muscle cramps. How to use the plant: Put a teaspoon of flowers and leaves in a glass, pour boiling water over the plant and wait 7 minutes, filter the water and drink. Adir Marom's marigold concentrate - 180 NIS Instructions for use: Put 10 drops in a quarter cup of water in the morning. Increase gradually - (start on the first day with 3 drops in the morning and increase by one drop each day up to 10 drops per day). A break on Shabbat. A 50 ml bottle contains about 1000 drops.