Goose grass, also known as Potentilla anserina or cinquefoil, is a plant with many medicinal properties. Here are 18 benefits of this plant:

1. Anti-inflammatory: It helps reduce inflammation, especially useful for joint pain.
2. Natural analgesic: It relieves mild pain, especially those due to rheumatism.
3. Antispasmodic: Reduces muscle spasms, ideal for menstrual cramps.
4. Digestive: Aids digestion, soothes stomach pain.
5. Antidiarrheal: Relieves mild diarrhea and helps restore intestinal balance.
6. Menstrual Cycle Regulation: Helps regulate menstrual flow and relieves painful periods.
7. Muscle Tonic: Strengthens muscles and helps reduce tension.
8. Healing: Promotes the healing of small wounds and cuts.
9. Antioxidant: Protects cells from oxidative stress and aging.
10. Anti-anemic: Rich in iron, it helps fight anemia.
11. Detoxifying: Helps the body eliminate toxins.
12. Mild Sedative: Calms the nervous system and helps with relaxation.
13. Treatment of infections: Can be used to treat mild infections, including respiratory infections.
14. Diuretic: Promotes the elimination of water and toxins by the kidneys.
15. Fever reducer: Helps lower fever in mild fever.
16. Immune System Booster: Strengthens the body’s natural defenses.
17. Blood vessel protection: Helps maintain healthy veins and capillaries.
18. Firming for the skin: Used externally, it helps firm the skin.

Goose grass is usually consumed as an infusion or decoction to take advantage of these benefits.