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Yucca

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Zedoary, also known as white turmeric and kentjur, is native to India and Indonesia. As with turmeric, the rhizome or root is the most valued part of the plant that is consumed. Learn more about zeodary. Frigidity, Impaired Sexual Desire, Impotence, Virility The Benefit of using Yohimbe Bark as a natural cure Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects (Wild Yam) – Class 1. Large doses of tincture are emetic (AHP). While the medicinal yams may be so rich in saponins as to be distasteful, overconsumption is not to be recommended. Reichert (1996) reports GI distress in volunteers taking high doses of wild yam, after saying that the investigators (Araghiniknam et al, 1996) he was reviewing “noted no adverse effects.” Gruenwald warns that overdoses could lead to picrotoxin-like poisonings due to dioscorin (PHR). Diosgenin may reduce antiinflammatory effects of indomethacin (PH2). May be additively estrogenic with true estrogen (PH2). Use may be inappropriate in hormonal disorders (WAM). Use during pregnancy not advised (WAM). Frigidity- Impaired Sexual Desire- Impotence- Virility- Continue Reading →

Wintergreen

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As we have seen, treatment with the Serotonin reuptake inhibitors can cause many side effects. In one study of 64 women who were treated with fluoxetine for PMS, 17% reported sexual dysfunction. It’s no wonder women are seeking an alternative treatment. Arthritis, Backache, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Fever, Genito-Urinary Ailments, Inflammation, Joint Pain, Muscle Cramps Spasms, Muscle Soreness, Pain, Sciatica, Urinary Tract Problems, Venereal Disease The Benefit of using Willow Bark as a natural cure Dozens of studies by Japanese researchers-avid drinkers of green tea-have shown that catechins can prevent free-radical damage to cholesterol and lower the risk of heart disease and cancer. Population-based studies have shown that tea drinkers have a lower than average risk of heart disease, stroke, and several cancers, including esophageal, stomach, and lung cancers. A variety of spices and herbs adds a palette of flavors to foods. But the benefits of basil, oregano, garlic, and other spices and herbs go beyond taste. Culinary herbs are rich in antioxidant flavonoids and natural Cox-2 Place the little cone, entering from widest end (bottom) of the percolation bottle, into the narrow neck, pointed side toward the cap end. It might help to run a little distilled water through the bottle to help the cone filter stick to the sides. The cone should be smooth, flush on all sides, pointed directly down, and centered. Arthritis- Backache- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome- Fever- Genito-Urinary Ailments- Inflammation- Joint Pain- Muscle Cramps Spasms- Muscle Soreness- Pain- Sciatica- Urinary Tract Problems- Venereal Disease- Lack of pantothenic acid, B vitamin in particular, leads to extreme fatigue as deficiency of this vitamin is associated with exhaustion of the adrenal glands. Continue Reading →

Wormwood

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Activities (Hwema) – Analgesic ; Anesthetic ; Antiacetylcholinesterase ; Antiadrenergic ; Antidote ; Antiserotonin ; Antispasmodic ; Aphrodisiac ; Astringent ; Bitter ; CNS-Active ; CNS-Stimulant ; Convulsant ; Curare ; Hypoglycemic ; Hypotensive ; Piscicide ; Sedative ; Sympatholytic ; Vasodilator . Headache, Migraine Headaches The Benefit of using Wood Betony as a natural cure Sometimes growing and drying herbs in hot countries and then transporting them to the UK is more energy efficient than cultivating such herbs locally, especially if they require hothouses. Leukoderma ; Leukorrhea ; Liver ; Longevity ; Lung ; Lupus ; Lymphatic Insufficiency ; Malaria ; Measles ; Miscarriage ; Mycosis ; Nephrosis ; Nervousness ; Neuralgia ; Neurosis G Lunch : A bowl of freshly prepared steamed vegetables using salt, vegetable oil and butter for seasoning, one or two slices of whole grain bread or chappatis and a glass of butter-milk. Headache- Migraine Headaches- The cause of dysentery, according to modern medical system, is germ infection. The germs, which are supposed to cause dysentery only develop in colon as a result of putrefaction there of excessive quantities of animal protein food, fried substance, over-spices foods and hard to digest fatty substances. The real cause of dysentery is thus dietary indiscretion and eating of excessive amounts of flesh food in hot weather or tropical climate unsuited to the digestion of such foods. Other causes include debility, fatigue, chill, lowered vitality, intestinal disorders and overcrowding under insanitary conditions. Continue Reading →

Yarrow

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Nutritional measures are most vital in the treatment of fatigue. Studies reveal that people who eat small mid-meals suffer less from fatigue and nervousness, think more clearly and are more efficient than those who eat only three meals daily. These mid-meals should consist of fresh or dried fruits, fresh fruit or vegetable juices, raw vegetables or small sandwich of whole grain bread. The mid-meal should be small and less food should be consumed at regular meals. They should be taken at specified time such as 11 a.m. , 4 p.m. and before retiring to bed. Worms The Benefit of using Wormwood as a natural cure The following is the suggested diet for persons suffering from hypertension or some disorder of the heart : CRC); Toothache ; Tuberculosis ; Tumor ; Ulcer ; Ulcus cruris ; Urethrosis ; Urinary Discharge ; Uterosis ; Varicosis ; VD ; Virus ; Water Retention ; Wound . The example mix in the box shows one of the possible combinations. Remember that this formula may not suit your individual situation. Worms- due to gossypol. Animals fed seed press cakes 3-4 weeks showed enterosis, gastrosis, hematuria, jaundice, nephritis, and ophthalmic disorders (PH2). Continue Reading →

Tribulus Terrestris

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Take valerian tincture. Adults (for regular use for up to a month): 0.3-1ml diluted with some water, 1-3 times a day, tincture strength 1:1. Athletes foot, Infection The Benefit of using Topical Tea Tree Oil as a natural cure Lunch -For our last lunch let’s go back to the fish, and try a smoked trout tartine, with red peppers, extra-virgin olive oil and cannellini beans. If the wound is difficult to clean and you are worried that it may become infected, you can use Antiseptic and healing cream No.2 . Heat is always helpful for relieving the sharp pain associated with pleurisy. This should be applied for half an hour twice daily. The patient should practice deep breathing during this period. Adequate rest and abundance of fresh air are essential. Athletes foot- Infection- g fresh herb up to 3 ×/day (HH2); 60-150 g freshly pressed plant juice (APA; KOM); 4 tbsp fresh plant juice with cold Guazuma bark tea (like slippery elm bark) with 4 tbsp red wine 2-3 Continue Reading →

Turmeric Root

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There is no benefit to be had by excessively slowing the inhalation. However, if you consciously slow the inhalation just slightly, you can gain finer control and awareness of the movement. This will allow you to smooth the inhalation and focus the effort on the diaphragm. So, as part of a practice of slightly slowing the breath, experiment with gently slowing the inhalation so that it is smooth and controlled. A normal, healthy, smooth inhalation should last no longer than two to three seconds. It is a short, gentle, small movement that uses only the diaphragm. The chest should remain still and relaxed. Anti-Inflammatory, Arthritis, Cancer, Candida, Cardiovascular, Colitis, Crohns, Detox, Eye Issues, Joint Pain, Pain, Skin Issues, Smoking Reduction, Yeast The Benefit of using Turmeric as a natural cure Inflammation is the main feature of arthritis, which is a reaction of the joint tissues to some form of damage or injury. Decoction 1 or 2 teaspoons per cup, simmer 10 to 12 minutes covered, 1 to 3 cups per day Tincture 10 to 30 drops, 1 to 3 times per day Activities (Burr Marigold) – Antibacterial ; Antiinflammatory ; Antipyretic ; Antiseptic ; Aperient ; Astringent ; Choleretic ; Diaphoretic ; Diuretic ; Emmenagogue ; Expectorant ; Hemostat ; Narcotic ; Sedative . Anti-Inflammatory- Arthritis- Cancer- Candida- Cardiovascular- Colitis- Crohns- Detox- Eye Issues- Joint Pain- Pain- Skin Issues- Smoking Reduction- Yeast- Quadrangular -shaped stems are covered with short hairs, as are the gray- green leaves, which are intensely aromatic, oval, to 3 inches long. Flowers are blue, lilac, or white, borne in racemes. Sage is typically cultivated in the garden. Perennial. Propagate stem cuttings in early spring. Grow in well-drained, sandy or loamy soil, full sun to part shade. Zones 5-8. Continue Reading →

Valerian

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Organs or systems affected Liver, lungs, cardio-vascular, respiratory, and gastrointestinal systems Therapeutic actions Astringent, stimulant, alterative, tonic Nature Pungent, bitter, warm, dry Plant constituents Triterpenes, flavonoids, resins, phenols, myricinic acids, tannic and gallic acids, gum, wax Anuria, Cystitis, Genito-Urinary Ailments, Gout, Heart Disease, Kidneys, Prostate, Swelling, Urinary Tract Problems, Venereal Disease, Water Retention, Yeast Infections The Benefit of using Uva Ursi as a natural cure Using herbs successfully is not a matter of using fixed prescriptions: you will need to learn to make individual choices for individual problems and individual people. It is not difficult – this book does not require you to learn about hundreds of herbs; on the contrary, I suggest that you rely on as few herbs as possible. But even faced with a small choice it is important that you select the best possible herb(s) for a given situation. Lovage is a tall, perennial herb native the UK and used as a culinary and medicinal herb. Learn more about lovage. e symptoms of digestive imbalance often result from one or a combination of a few issues: eating under stress, inadequately preparing the body for food, chewing too quickly, and, most commonly, poor food choices. While you are Anuria- Cystitis- Genito-Urinary Ailments- Gout- Heart Disease- Kidneys- Prostate- Swelling- Urinary Tract Problems- Venereal Disease- Water Retention- Yeast Infections- Any successful method of diabetes treatment should aim at removal of the actual cause of the disease and building up of the whole health-level of the patient. Diet plays a vital role in such a treatment. The primary dietary consideration for a diabetic patient is that he should be a strict lacto-vegetarian and take a low-calorie, low-fat, alkaline diet of high quality natural foods. Fruits, nuts and vegetables, whole meal bread and dairy products form a good diet for the diabetic. Continue Reading →

Tea Tree

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Dosages (European Peony) – 1 tsp (~1 g) flower/cup water (APA; PH2; WIC); 30-40 grains seed for nightmare (FEL); 2 g seed (HHB); 3-12 g peony root (FAY); 1 oz root boiled in a pint of liquid (1 part “good gin”:2 parts water) (FEL); 1-30 drops root tincture (FEL); 0.3-0.6 g powder root for children (MAD); 5-15 drops tincture (MAD); 2-3 fluid oz 3-4 ×/day (FEL). Anxiety, Asthma, Colds, Fatigue, Obesity The Benefit of using Tea as a natural cure All animal fats, including milk, butter and eggs should be avoided. Refined or processed foods and foods containing hydrogenated fats or white sugar, all condiments, tea and coffee, should also be avoided. After noticeable improvement, goat’s milk, yogurt and home made cottage cheese may be added to the diet. Juice fasts may be repeated after four weeks on diet. Calms agitation Many cultures, including Indian, African, and Chinese, often use this herb to help calm irrational mental states such as insanity and hysteria. ey mix it with goat’s milk and sugar. g flowers)/cup water 1-2 ×/day for 4-6 wk (APA); 2-4 ml liquid flowering tops extract (1:1 in 25% ethanol) 3 ×/day (CAN); 2-4 ml flowering tops tincture (1:10 in 45% ethanol) 3 ×/day (CAN); 1-2 ml flowering tops tincture 3 ×/day (SKY); 1-2.7 mg/day hypericum (MAB); 0.2-1.0 mg total hypericin (PIP); 500 mg StX (0.2% hypericin) (SKY); 1 (430 mg) capsule (StX with 300 mg certified potency extract with at least 0.3% hypericin in a synergistic base of St John’s-Wort powder) 3 ×/day with a large glass of water (NH). Anxiety- Asthma- Colds- Fatigue- Obesity- Activities (Avens) – Antidiarrheal ; Antihemorrhagic ; Antipyretic ; Antiseptic ; Astringent ; Digestive ; Hypotensive ; Stomachic ; Styptic ; Tonic . Continue Reading →

Stevia

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Physicians and biomedical researchers are starting to appreciate the significance of the Inflammation Syndrome-how many different inflammatory diseases are interrelated. As one example, being overweight significantly increases the risk of developing diabetes, a disease with a strong undercurrent of inflammation. Both overweight and diabetes increase the risk of coronary artery disease, now recognized as being inflammatory in origin. Anxiety, Depression, Depression Mild, Mood, Pms, Seasonal Affective Disorder, Stress The Benefit of using St Johns Wort as a natural cure sweet, pungent Plant constituents Glycoside, bitters, volatile oil Flower essence Nurtures the individual to feel safe and supported in life Childbirth, in the normal way, should be a purely natural function with very little pain or discomfort to the women concerned. It is so even today that with primitive races. But many civilised women appear to find the bearing of children a task fraught with grave risk and suffering and attended by numerous minor or serious after-effects. This is solely due to wrong dietary habits and a faulty style of living. Really healthy mothers will always have an easy time when pregnant. Turmeric has proved another effective home remedy for diarrhoea. It is a very useful intestinal antiseptic. It is also a gastric stimulant and a tonic. Turmeric rhizome, its juice or dry powder are all very helpful in curing chronic diarrhea. In the form of dry powder, it may be taken in buttermilk or plain water. Anxiety- Depression- Depression Mild- Mood- Pms- Seasonal Affective Disorder- Stress- All of Hank and Debra’s health problems were treated according to the prevailing medical standards of care. But their doctors failed to see that poor food choices and chronic inflammation were intertwined in many of their health problems. As a result the doctors treated only symptoms, not the causes of Hank and Debra’s problems. Continue Reading →

Shiitake Mushroom

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Shepherds purse is used for heart and circulatory problems including mild heart failure, low blood pressure, and nervous heart complaints. It is also used for headache, vomiting blood, blood in the urine, diarrhea, and bladder infections. Excessive Menstruation The Benefit of using Shepherds Purse as a natural cure Used by 17th century apothecary and herbalist, Nicholas Culpeper, who recommended shepherds purse for certain ailments, saying ‘the juice being dropped into the ears, heals the pains, noise and mutterings thereof’.  Drink shepherd’s purse tea as a gentle diuretic that helps with urine retention. For precautions see page 140. Adults : 2-3 cups a day. Many herbs discussed in previous chapters have diuretic properties, and as such can be used whenever it is desirable to increase the volume of urine – for instance, during a bout of cystitis or urethritis. It is preferable to have diuretic herbs in a tea form, but a tincture diluted with a cupful of warm water will work just as well. You can choose from the following herbs: marshmallow leaf, celery seed (for precautions see page 139), birch, shepherd’s purse (for precautions see page 140), dandelion leaf, lime tree flower or nettle leaf. Excessive Menstruation- Any time a wound is bleeding, your first course of action is to stop the bleeding. is helps promote cellular functions that begin to clean and heal the wound and reduce the possibility of side e?ects such as dizziness or elevated pulse. To stop bleeding, apply direct pressure and elevate the injured part. In a pinch, directly applying calen-dula, shepherd’s purse, lady’s mantle, or cayenne will help. Continue Reading →

Senna Leaf

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By 1980 investigators suspected a link between serotonin and eating disorders. This suspicion was confirmed with the discovery that the Serotonin reuptake inhibitor fluoxetine (Prozac) sometimes produced a side effect of weight loss. Later studies showed that Serotonin-enhancing drugs helped overeaters reduce snacking and lose weight; now the SSRis are being increasingly prescribed to suppress appetite in people who want to lose weight. Bowels, Colon, Constipation, Diarrhea, Hemorrhoids, Irregularity, Obesity The Benefit of using Senna as a natural cure Always make sure that you clean any debris or dirt from the wound as far as possible before you apply any treatment. Run water from the tap over the cut if you can, or gently wipe the wound with cotton wool soaked in clean water. Disinfect in the manner described below. If the cut is small leave it exposed to the air, but if it is large or vulnerable to getting dirty or being knocked, cover it with a plaster. Obviously, check the wound if any discomfort develops. Indications (Belladonna) – Adenopathy ; Allergy ; Arrhythmia ; Asthma ; Biliary Spasm ; Bladder Stone ; Brachycardia ; Bronchosis ; Callus ; Cancer ; Cancer, breast ; Cancer, cheek ; Cancer, eye ; Cancer, hand ; Cancer, joint ; Cancer, lip ; Cancer, lymph ; Cancer, rectum ; Cancer, tongue ; Cancer, uterus ; Carcinoma ; Cardiac Insufficiency ; Cardiac Palpitation ; Cholecystosis ; Cold ; Colic ; Colitis ; Constipation ; Convulsion ; Corn ; Cramp Inflammation is a symptom of virtually every disease process, and it often makes the condition worse. These are some examples of common disorders that involve inflammation: Bowels- Colon- Constipation- Diarrhea- Hemorrhoids- Irregularity- Obesity- Organs or systems affected Bladder, kidneys, liver, stomach Therapeutic actions Astringent, stimulant, alterative, diuretic, depurative Nature Bitter, pungent, salty, dry Plant constitu-ents Essential oil, flavonoids, terpenes, acids, gum, resin, protein, sucrose Flower essence Helps clean out old, stored up emotions Continue Reading →

Slippery Elm

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There is increasing evidence to show that in several cases cataracts have actually been reversed by proper nutritional treatment. However, the time needed for such treatment may extend from six months to three years. Adelle Davis, one of America’s best-known nutritionists, has pointed out that animals develop cataracts if deprived of pantotehnic acid and amino acid, tryptophane and vitamin B6 needed for tryptophane assimilation. She states that the diet of the cataract patient should be high in B2, B6, as well as whole B-complex, panto thenic acid, vitamin C, D, E and other nutrients. Alcoholism, Anxiety, Blood Pressure, Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure, Hyperactivity, Hypertension, Insomnia, Nervous Conditions, Poor Circulation, Restlessness, Sleeplessness, Tension The Benefit of using Skull Cap as a natural cure Cold application over the sinus will give great relief ; alternate hot and cold applications will also prove beneficial. Take pans of hot and cold water, bathe the whole face with hot water – as hot as you can bear – and then apply cold water for short duration. Nasal inhalation of steam for five minutes every hour will also give relief. Member of the mint family, and like other mints can easily spread. It is a perennial with blue flowers and grown as decorative herb in garden or to attract pollinators. As catnip is used to stuff cat toys, it is attractive to outdoor cats in your garden area. Learn more about growing catnip. In addition, it might be helpful to take vitamin D (400 to 800 IU daily) supplements. Researchers at the University of Utrecht, Netherlands, reported that vitamin D deficiency is common among patients with lupus, either because they spend little time in the sun or because of how some medications interfere with the vitamin. Alcoholism- Anxiety- Blood Pressure- Heart Disease- High Blood Pressure- Hyperactivity- Hypertension- Insomnia- Nervous Conditions- Poor Circulation- Restlessness- Sleeplessness- Tension- Throat ; Sports Injury ; Sprain ; Stomatosis ; Swelling ; Thrombophlebitis ; Continue Reading →

Senna

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This listing is just a scratch on the surface of all the leisure time activities you can get involved in. The most important thing is that you get involved. Don’t limit yourself to just one avocation. The more activities you engage in, the broader your interests will be and the better and more relaxed you’ll feel for it. Meet new friends, challenge your mind, and enjoy life! Arthritis, Inflammation, Joint Pain The Benefit of using Sea Cucumber as a natural cure On the advice of her doctor, Denise ate a high-carbohydrate meal in the evening. She made sure that she ate only complex carbohydrates, along with some fat, to help reduce the large fluctuations in her insulin level. Denise also started to take 50 mg of 5-HTP before bed. After one week she increased this dose to 100 mg. Denise was delighted with the result. Not only did her cravings and irritability disappear, Denise found that she was now sleeping better. fraction, devoid of L-dopa, showed significant antiparkinsonian activity intraperitoneally at 200 mg/kg. Although anti-inflammatory drugs can be therapeutically useful at times, they treat symptoms and not the causes of disease, and some even speed the progression of inflammatory diseases. The side effects of anti-inflammatory drugs derive from the fact that they are biochemical inter-lopers that disrupt, rather than enhance, the normal functions of the body. Arthritis- Inflammation- Joint Pain- Use an essential oil diffuser or place a couple drops onto your pillow: catnip, ylang ylang, clary sage, lavender, and marjoram. Continue Reading →

Saw Palmetto

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Activities (Heather) – Antiinflammatory ; Antilithic ; Antiseptic ; Astringent ; Cholagogue ; Depurative ; Diaphoretic ; Digestive ; Diuretic ; Narcotic ; Sedative ; Urinary Antiseptic ; Vulnerary . Gout The Benefit of using Sassafras as a natural cure Activities (Indian Nightshade) – Antibacterial ; Anticancer ; Antileukemic ; Antipyretic ; Aphrodisiac ; Astringent ; Bitter ; Cardiotonic ; Carminative ; Diaphoretic ; Digestive ; Expectorant ; Hypnotic ; Laxative ; Poison ; I Arthritis. People with “traditional” inflammatory diseases, such as arthritis and asthma, commonly have elevated levels of CRP or other markers of abnormally high inflammation. Indications (Amur Corktree) – Acne ; Alzheimer’s ; Arthrosis ; Bacteria ; Bleeding ; Boil ; Bruise ; Cancer ; Cancer, colon ; Candida ; Canker ; Cataract ; Cholecystosis ; Cholera ; Cold ; Conjunctivosis ; Cystosis ; Dermatosis ; Diabetes ; Diarrhea ; Diphtheria ; Dysentery ; Dysmenorrhea ; Dysuria ; Eczema ; Enterosis ; Epistaxis ; Favus ; Fever ; Fungus ; Gastrosis ; Gonorrhea ; Helicobacter ; Hemorrhoid ; Hepatosis ; High Blood Pressure ; High Cholesterol ; Hot Flash ; Hyperglycemia ; Impotence ; Infection ; Inflammation ; Itch ; Jaundice ; Leukorrhea ; Liver spot ; Melena ; Meningosis ; Menopause ; Mycosis ; Nephrosis ; Night Sweats ; Osteosis ; Pain ; Paralysis ; Pemphigo ; Pneumonia ; Rheumatism ; Senility ; Sore ; Spermatorrhea ; Staphylococcus ; Stomatosis ; Swelling ; Tinnitus ; Trachoma ; Trichomoniasis ; Typhoid ; Typhus ; Ulcer ; Urethrosis ; Vaginosis ; Virus ; Water Retention ; Wound ; Yeast . Gout- The immune system’s inflammatory response is designed to kill pathogens. In colds, flus, and other acute infections, inflammation accounts for many of the symptoms, such as rhinitis, tenderness, and aches and pains. Continue Reading →

Sassafras

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Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects (Madder) – The court is still out on whether or not alizarin, lucidin, and purpurin from Rubia tinctorum exert a disintegrating effect on the surface of bladder and kidney stones containing calcium. Since extracts of the root are mutagenic and contain genotoxic and tumorigenic compounds, it is not to be recommended (De Smet, 1993). Abscesses, Acne, Arthritis, Backache, Detoxification, Diaper Rash, Eczema, Fatigue, Fever, Genito-Urinary Ailments, Gout, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Joint Pain, Menopause, Overactive Thyroid, Pain, Pimples, Psoriasis, Rash, Sciatica, Shingles, Skin Conditions, Skin Ulcers, Tetters, Underactive Thyroid, Urinary Tract Problems, Venereal Disease, Wounds The Benefit of using Sarsaparilla as a natural cure In their 1973 book e Secret Life of Plants, authors Peter Tompkins and Christopher Bird explored the physical, emotional, and spiritual relationships between plants and people. ey discussed numerous researchers who have dedicated their lives to the study of plants and the outcome of their research. For example, in the 1950s, Dr. T. C. Singh studied the relationship between music and plants by play-ing traditional Indian music over a loudspeaker in several villages where several varieties of rice were growing. During the experiment, rice production in those villages was 25 to 60 percent higher than the regional average. Another researcher, Marcel Vogel, found that plants responded to Relax! Simple relaxation tools such as deep breathing and soothing imagery can help calm down angry feelings. There are books and courses that can teach you relaxation techniques, and once you learn them you can call upon them in any situation. Breathe deeply, from your diaphragm; breath ing from your chest won’t relax you. Slowly repeat a calming word or phrase such as “Relax!” “Ease off!” “Cool down!” “Mellow!” Repeat it to yourself while breathing deeply. Use imagery to visualize a relaxing experience. Non-strenuous, slow, yoga-like exercises can relax your muscles and make you feel much calmer. Even the old trick of counting to ten can make a big difference between flying off the handle and tactfully resolving a conflict. Along this historical journey is Roman physi-cian Aelius Galenus, or Galen of Pergamon, who escalated the teachings of Hippocrates to become the foundations of western medicine. Galen promoted and wrote often about Hippocrates’s Abscesses- Acne- Arthritis- Backache- Detoxification- Diaper Rash- Eczema- Fatigue- Fever- Genito-Urinary Ailments- Gout- Hives- Inflammation- Itching- Joint Pain- Menopause- Overactive Thyroid- Pain- Pimples- Psoriasis- Rash- Sciatica- Shingles- Skin Conditions- Skin Ulcers- Tetters- Underactive Thyroid- Urinary Tract Problems- Venereal Disease- Wounds- These symptoms become more pronounced before and during menstruation. The condition may also result in difficulty in normal sexual intercourse and sometimes sterility. Continue Reading →

Sarsaparilla

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The short lemon juice fast followed by an all-fruit diet and a further period on fruits and vegetables may be repeated after two or three months if necessary depending on the progress being made. Alzheimers Disease, Forgetfulness, Gas Flatulence, Herpes, Lack of Appetite, Memory, Yeast Infections The Benefit of using Sage as a natural cure HH3; PH2); Obesity ; Pain ; Pregnancy ; Pulmonosis ; Respirosis ; Rheumatism ; Rhinosis ; Salmonella ; Sclerosis ; Snakebite ; Spasm ; Spermatorrhea ; Splenosis ; Staphylococcus ; Stomatosis ; Streptococcus ; Swelling ; Ulcer ; Uterosis ; Vibrio ; Wart ; Wound . Apply a small amount of calendula ointment directly to the stye until the symptoms disappear completely. Use a cotton bud for precise application and make sure the ointment does not get into the eye. For precautions see page 114. Adults and children over 2 years old: apply 3-5 times a day. The disease is highly contagious and it has potential to cause wide spread epidemics affecting sizeable portion of a population at any time. Although it is more common during winter it may strike at any time. It affects people of all ages. Alzheimers Disease- Forgetfulness- Gas Flatulence- Herpes- Lack of Appetite- Memory- Yeast Infections- Exanthema ; Gonorrhea ; Gout ; Gravel ; Halitosis ; Hepatosis ; Hydrocele ; Inflammation ; Itch ; Jaundice ; Kidney Stone ; Leukorrhea ; Nephrosis ; Rheumatism ; Scrofula (f; Continue Reading →

Safflower

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Decoction 1 or 2 tablespoons roots in 1 cup water, simmer 5 minutes covered, 1 to 3 cups per day Infusion 4 tablespoons leaves in 1 quart cold water, steep overnight, 1 to 3 cups per day Tincture 1 to 3 dropperfuls, 1 to 3 times per day Blood Pressure, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Eyes, Glaucoma, High Blood Pressure, Hypertension The Benefit of using Rutin as a natural cure Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects (Turmeric) – Class 2b. Emmenagogue and uterotonic. Contraindicated in patients with bile duct obstruction, gallstones, hyperacidity, and stomach ulcers (AHP; AEH). While in moderate doses, turmeric is said to inhibit cancers, lym-phomas and ulcers, overdoses of curcuminoids may possibly be cytotoxic and ulcerogenic, and may lead to diminution of red and white corpuscles. Still, Commission E approves 1.5-3 g/day, not nearly enough to provide 1200 mg curcumin. Commission E also reports contraindications: biliary obstruction; adverse effects: GI irritation from continued use; consult physicians before using if a patient has gallstones (BIS; KOM). At 10% of diet, turmeric caused some loss of hair in rats (MAB). Care should be taken in women who wish to conceive or patients complaining of alopecia (MAB). Rather frightening what one reads in UPW (2000): Laboratory animals treated with it are reported to have been rendered entirely infertile. Women who are pregnant, or children (not yet widely in children) with gallbladder or liver disease or ulcers, should avoid turmeric (WAM). Limit internal use to 10 days (WAM). Based on all of these studies, you might think that vitamin E can suppress immunity and increase the risk of infections. However, the opposite appears to be true, suggesting that vitamin E plays a role in regulating normal immune responses. Simin Nikbin Meydani, D.V.M., Ph.D., of Tufts University, gave seventy-eight healthy seniors various amounts of vita-vitamin e to extinguish the flames of inflammation Long-term, inhalant allergies maintain a steady inflammatory state in the body, generating free radicals that further fuel inflammation. People with inhalant allergies often have food allergies as well. Allergies are a serious stress on the body, causing unnecessary wear and tear. Blood Pressure- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome- Eyes- Glaucoma- High Blood Pressure- Hypertension- Many supplements can lessen the inflammation in diabetes, but in this case, supplements can be like bailing water in a sinking boat: It is essential that the underlying diet be corrected. Continue Reading →

Reishi Mushroom

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g powdered ginseng/day (AKT); 3 (550 mg) capsules 3 ×/day (Korean); 1-4 (250 mg) StX capsules (5-9% ginsenosides) (APA); 100 mg StX (4-7% ginsenosides) 1-2 ×/day; 1 (535 mg) StX 2 ×/day (Korean). Anxiety The Benefit of using Reishi as a natural cure He reneged because my report was negative. Today, that scientist continues to publish, often copying without citing other ethnobotanical writers’ data. And he is, what I call, one of the paid hypsters who will write a positive opinion page on a worthless herb, for a fee. Then an Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects (Pussy Willow) – See Salix alba (White Willow). Probably enough salicylic acid in the plant to impart the activities and indications of salicylates. The term ‘ Yoga’ is derived from the Sanskrit root ‘yug’ which means “to join” . It signifies union between the individual soul ( jivatma) and the universal soul ( parmatma). It aims at obtaining relief from pain and suffering. Basically, human evolution takes place on three different planes, namely physical, mental and spiritual. Yoga is a means of attaining perfect health by maintaining harmony and achieving optimum functioning on all three levels through complete self-control. Anxiety- In 1999 a letter to the journal Lancet raised questions about whether glucosamine supplements could increase glucose (blood sugar) levels, cause insulin resistance, and lead to or aggravate diabetes. The questions raised in this letter were widely reported in the University of California Berkeley Wellness Letter, the Tufts University Health & Nutrition Letter, and other publications toward the end of that year (the delay resulting from publication schedules). These newsletters warned that glucosamine supplements could lead to or worsen diabetes. Continue Reading →

Rue

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Regular exercise also plays an important role in lowering LDL cholesterol and in raising the level of protective HDL. It also promotes circulation and helps maintain the blood flow to every part of the body. Jogging or brisk walking, swimming, bicycling and playing badminton are excellent forms of exercise. Alzheimers Disease, Anxiety, Diarrhea, Dyspepsia, Forgetfulness, Gallbladder, Gas Flatulence, Indigestion, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Memory, Nervous Conditions, Poor Digestion, Restlessness, Stomach Upset, Tension, Travelers Diarrhea, Upset Stomach, Varicose Veins The Benefit of using Rosemary as a natural cure Gonorrhea ; Gout ; Hemoptysis ; Hemorrhoid ; Hepatosis ; Immunodepression ; Infection ; Inflammation ; Nausea ; Neurosis ; Ophthalmia ; Ozoena ; Pain ; Proctosis ; Respirosis ; Rheumatism ; Rhinosis ; Salivation ; Scabies ; Snakebite ; Splenosis ; Spermatorrhea ; Toothache ; Toxemia ; Vomiting ; Water Retention ; Womb ; Worm ; Xerostoma . Dosages (Frangula) – 1.5 g (BGB); 0.5-2.5 g bark (CAN); 1.8-7.3 g bark (MAD); 2 tsp bark in cold tea 1 ×/day (MAD); 2-5 ml liquid bark extract (1:1 in 25% ethanol) 3 ×/day (CAN); 2-4 Let’s try to forget weight, weight charts, and BMI; instead, let’s look for a lack of fitness. If you appear to be a mass of fat; if you find yourself weak, easily exhausted, and short of breath when you walk any distance on flat terrain, much less uphill; if you find that your skin hangs heavily away from the muscle that should be beneath it, you are probably obese or well on the way to it. Alzheimers Disease- Anxiety- Diarrhea- Dyspepsia- Forgetfulness- Gallbladder- Gas Flatulence- Indigestion- Irritable Bowel Syndrome- Memory- Nervous Conditions- Poor Digestion- Restlessness- Stomach Upset- Tension- Travelers Diarrhea- Upset Stomach- Varicose Veins- instance, string beans are said to contain insulin-like substance. Certain hormones needed by the pancreas to produce insulin are present in cucumber and onion juices. Continue Reading →

Rose Hips

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Alzheimers Disease, Anxiety, Depression Mild, Forgetfulness, Impotence, Memory, Nervous Conditions, Restlessness, Stress, Tension, Underactive Thyroid, Virility The Benefit of using Rhodiola Root as a natural cure Alzheimers Disease- Anxiety- Depression Mild- Forgetfulness- Impotence- Memory- Nervous Conditions- Restlessness- Stress- Tension- Underactive Thyroid- Virility- Continue Reading →

Red Clover

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Activities (White Spruce) – Antibacterial ; Antiseptic ; Antispasmodic ; Diuretic ; Bronchospasmolytic ; Expectorant ; Irritant ; Pulmonary ; Rubefacient ; Secretolytic . Diarrhea, Menstrual Cramps The Benefit of using Raspberry as a natural cure Organs or systems affected Central nervous system, immune system Therapeutic actions Adaptogen Nature Bitter Plant constituents Beta glucan, calcium, potassium, magnesium, amino acids, fiber, vitamins B1, B2, and D2 In the following chapter you will learn how vitamin E is now being recognized as the leading anti-inflammatory vitamin. Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects (Ergot) – “Ergot is now contraindicated for all therapeutic use” (PH2). Not covered nor recommended any more, though ergotamine is still used for migraine (prescription only, I suppose). Diarrhea- Menstrual Cramps- EB52:381); Diuretic ; Expectorant ; Estrogenic ; Immunostimulant ; 3-Ketosteroid-Reductase Inhibitor ; 5-Lipoxygenase Inhibitor ; Mastogenic ; Narcotic ; Nervine ; Secretolytic ; Sedative ; Stimulant ; Testicular Atrophy ; Tonic ; Urinary Antiseptic ; Uterotonic ; Vasoconstrictor . Continue Reading →

Reishi

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Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects (Pimpinella) – Not covered (AHP). None known (KOM). “Hazards and/or side effects not known for proper therapeutic dosages” (PH2). Anaemia, Anemia, Chronic Dizziness, Kidneys, Motion Sickness, Night Sweats, Poor Circulation, Vertigo The Benefit of using Rehmannia Root as a natural cure Activities (Passionflower) – Analgesic ; Antibacterial ; Antiinflammatory ; Antiseptic ; Antispasmodic ; Anxiolytic ; Candidicide ; Cardiotonic ; CNS-Depressant ; CNS-Stimulant ; Cyanogenic ; Digestive ; Emetic ; Fungicide ; Hematinic ; Hypnotic ; Hypotensive ; MAOI ; Myorelaxant ; Narcotic ; Respirastimulant ; Sedative ; Soporific ; Tranquilizer (2; APA; P Anaemia- Anemia- Chronic Dizziness- Kidneys- Motion Sickness- Night Sweats- Poor Circulation- Vertigo- Continue Reading →

Psyllium Husk

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This is a process of cleansing the interior of the stomach. Drink four to six glasses of tepid water, with a little salt added to it, early in the morning on an empty stomach. Then stand up, bend forward, insert the middle and index fingers of the right hand into the mouth until they touch the uvulva. Tickle it until you feel a vomiting sensation. The saline water thus ejected will bring up bile and other toxic matter with it. Repeat the process till all the water is vomitted out. This should be done once a week or as and when necessary. Anal Fissures, Arteriosclerosis, Atherosclerosis, Cholesterol High, Colitis, Colon, Constipation, Diarrhea, Gastritis, Hardening of the Arteries, Heart Disease, Hemorrhoids, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Piles, Travelers Diarrhea The Benefit of using Psyllium as a natural cure Some genetically related groups of people, such as Native Americans, are especially sensitive genetically to insulin resistance and diabetes. But this genetic propensity only means that they develop the disease sooner rather than later when exposed to modern Western-style food. Genes aside, the real cause of type 2 (adult-onset) diabetes is dietary. Hormonal imbalances can be set right by practicing yogic exercise. Yogic asanas such as sarvangasana, vajrasana, bhujan-gasana, shalabhsana, dhanurasana, paschimottashana, and trikonasana are especially useful in improving thyroid, pituitary, adrenal and gonaidal endocrine functions and should be practised regularly by women who suffer from imbalances of this sort, upto the first two months of pregnancy. X11023610); Respirosis ; Rheumatism ; Rhinosis ; Ringworm ; Salmonella ; Snakebite ; Splenosis ; Staphylococcus ; Stress ; Swelling ; Tuberculosis ; Typhoid ; Ulcer ; Urogenitosis ; VD ; Virus ; Wart ; Worm ; Yeast . Anal Fissures- Arteriosclerosis- Atherosclerosis- Cholesterol High- Colitis- Colon- Constipation- Diarrhea- Gastritis- Hardening of the Arteries- Heart Disease- Hemorrhoids- Irritable Bowel Syndrome- Piles- Travelers Diarrhea- Probiotics are live bacteria that are found in fermented foods like kefir, kombucha, sauerkraut and pickles made through fermentation. You can also take probiotics in powdered or pill form, if you prefer, though most people prefer diet based options. Continue Reading →

Pomegranate Juice

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So what do you do with your sweet tooth? Try eating more nuts, such as almonds, cashews, filberts, macadamias, and pistachios, as well as seeds, such as pumpkin seeds. Nuts and seeds are relatively high in fat, a mix of both linoleic and alpha-linolenic acids, and their fat content provides a sweet taste. In particular, almond butter tastes very sweet and is less allergenic than peanuts (although people sensitive to peanuts must make sure that there is no trace of peanuts in almond butter). Cancer The Benefit of using Pomegranate as a natural cure The foods considered irritants to the kidneys are alcoholic beverages, condiments, pickles, certain vegetables like cucumbers, raddishes, tomatoes, spinach, rhubarb, water-cress and those with strong aroma such as asparagus, onions, beans,cabbage and cauliflower, meat, gravies and carbonated waters. Mary’s anxiety was starting to take over her life. She was even thinking of dropping out of graduate school. Her doctor recommended a stress reduction class to teach her to deal with her anxieties, along with vitamin and mineral supplementation and a trial of 5-HTP. One year later Mary reports that she now sleeps through the night, that her anxiety has disappeared, and that her concentration has greatly improved. Mary plans to graduate this year. Pranayamas like kapalbhati, anuloma-viloma, ujjayi, surbyabhedana and bhramari are also highly beneficial. Cancer- The gall-bladder is a pear-shaped organ, 10 cm. long and three to five cm. wide,attached to the under-surface of the liver on the right side. The main function of the gall-bladder is to store the bile secreted by the liver. Bile is an excretion composed mainly of bile salts and acids, colour pigments and cholesterol. Bile assists in the digestion and absorption of fats and the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K, minerals and calcium. Continue Reading →

Psyllium

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Anal Fissures, Hemorrhoids, Piles The Benefit of using Prunella as a natural cure Anal Fissures- Hemorrhoids- Piles- Continue Reading →

Pumpkin Seed

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This is a process of cleansing the interior of the stomach. Drink four to six glasses of tepid water, with a little salt added to it, early in the morning on an empty stomach. Then stand up, bend forward, insert the middle and index fingers of the right hand into the mouth until they touch the uvulva. Tickle it until you feel a vomiting sensation. The saline water thus ejected will bring up bile and other toxic matter with it. Repeat the process till all the water is vomitted out. This should be done once a week or as and when necessary. Constipation, Irregularity The Benefit of using Psyllium Seed as a natural cure Some genetically related groups of people, such as Native Americans, are especially sensitive genetically to insulin resistance and diabetes. But this genetic propensity only means that they develop the disease sooner rather than later when exposed to modern Western-style food. Genes aside, the real cause of type 2 (adult-onset) diabetes is dietary. Hormonal imbalances can be set right by practicing yogic exercise. Yogic asanas such as sarvangasana, vajrasana, bhujan-gasana, shalabhsana, dhanurasana, paschimottashana, and trikonasana are especially useful in improving thyroid, pituitary, adrenal and gonaidal endocrine functions and should be practised regularly by women who suffer from imbalances of this sort, upto the first two months of pregnancy. X11023610); Respirosis ; Rheumatism ; Rhinosis ; Ringworm ; Salmonella ; Snakebite ; Splenosis ; Staphylococcus ; Stress ; Swelling ; Tuberculosis ; Typhoid ; Ulcer ; Urogenitosis ; VD ; Virus ; Wart ; Worm ; Yeast . Constipation- Irregularity- Probiotics are live bacteria that are found in fermented foods like kefir, kombucha, sauerkraut and pickles made through fermentation. You can also take probiotics in powdered or pill form, if you prefer, though most people prefer diet based options. Continue Reading →

Passionflower

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Gastritis affects roughly 3 million Americans, and an estimated 5 million people have gastric ulcers. Although stomach cancer does not garner many headlines, it is the second most common fatal cancer in the world, and in most countries the five-year survival rates are less than 20 percent. ADD and ADHD, Anxiety, Blood Pressure, Depression Mild, Frigidity, Headache, Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure, Hyperactivity, Hypertension, Impaired Sexual Desire, Insomnia, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Migraine Headaches, Muscle Cramps Spasms, Muscle Soreness, Nervous Conditions, Pain, PMS, Restlessness, Sleeplessness, Stress, Tension, Travelers Diarrhea The Benefit of using Passion Flower as a natural cure Gastrosis ; Gingivosis ; Gout ; Headache ; Hepatosis ; High Blood Pressure ; Incontinence ; Induration ; Infection ; Insomnia ; Lice ; Lumbago ; Malaria ; Melancholy ; Mycosis ; Nervousness ; Neurasthenia ; Nicotinism ; Ophthalmia ; Orchosis ; Pain ; Paralysis ; Respirosis ; Rheumatism ; Rickets ; Scirrhus ; Scrofula ; Snakebite ; Sore ; Sore Throat ; Splenosis ; Stomachache ; Swelling ; Teething ; Tuberculosis ; Tumor ; Typhoid ; Ulcer ; Uterosis ; Vaginosis ; Varicosis ; Vertigo ; Water Retention . Activities (Champac) – Abortifacient ; Alexeteric ; Antifertility ; Antipyretic ; Antispasmodic ; Aphrodisiac ; Astringent ; Bitter ; Carminative ; Demulcent ; Deobstruent ; Deodorant ; Depurative ; Diaphoretic ; Diuretic ; Emmenagogue ; Expectorant ; Hypertensive ; Hypoglycemic ; Laxative ; Stimulant ; Stomachic ; Tonic ; Vermifuge . Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects (Turmeric) – Class 2b. Emmenagogue and uterotonic. Contraindicated in patients with bile duct obstruction, gallstones, hyperacidity, and stomach ulcers (AHP; AEH). While in moderate doses, turmeric is said to inhibit cancers, lym-phomas and ulcers, overdoses of curcuminoids may possibly be cytotoxic and ulcerogenic, and may lead to diminution of red and white corpuscles. Still, Commission E approves 1.5-3 g/day, not nearly enough to provide 1200 mg curcumin. Commission E also reports contraindications: biliary obstruction; adverse effects: GI irritation from continued use; consult physicians before using if a patient has gallstones (BIS; KOM). At 10% of diet, turmeric caused some loss of hair in rats (MAB). Care should be taken in women who wish to conceive or patients complaining of alopecia (MAB). Rather frightening what one reads in UPW (2000): Laboratory animals treated with it are reported to have been rendered entirely infertile. Women who are pregnant, or children (not yet widely in children) with gallbladder or liver disease or ulcers, should avoid turmeric (WAM). Limit internal use to 10 days (WAM). ADD and ADHD- Anxiety- Blood Pressure- Depression Mild- Frigidity- Headache- Heart Disease- High Blood Pressure- Hyperactivity- Hypertension- Impaired Sexual Desire- Insomnia- Irritable Bowel Syndrome- Migraine Headaches- Muscle Cramps Spasms- Muscle Soreness- Nervous Conditions- Pain- PMS- Restlessness- Sleeplessness- Stress- Tension- Travelers Diarrhea- Tryptophan as a food medicine should be taken between meals with a low protein food such as fruit juice or bread . One to three grams a day seems to be the range favoured by most researchers. Continue Reading →

Olive Oil

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Licorice root is the root of an herb that is native to Europe and Asia. Learn more about the benefits of licorice and its use as an adaptogenic herb. Antioxidant, Arteriosclerosis, Atherosclerosis, Blood Pressure, Bowels, Canker Sores, Cholesterol High, Diaper Rash, Energy, Flu Virus, Fungal Infections, Hardening of the Arteries, Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure, Hypertension, Infections, Mononucleosis, Obesity, Poor Circulation, Psoriasis, Rash, Shingles, Skin Conditions, Stress, Tetters, Viral Conditions Infections, Wounds, Yeast Infections The Benefit of using Olive Leaf as a natural cure Diets high in vitamin B6, cholin and inositol supplied by wheat germ, yeast, or B vitamins extracted from bran have been particularly effective in reducing blood cholesterol. Sometimes vitamin E elevates blood lecithin and reduces cholesterol presumably by preventing the essential fatty acids from being destroyed by oxygen. Antioxidant- Arteriosclerosis- Atherosclerosis- Blood Pressure- Bowels- Canker Sores- Cholesterol High- Diaper Rash- Energy- Flu Virus- Fungal Infections- Hardening of the Arteries- Heart Disease- High Blood Pressure- Hypertension- Infections- Mononucleosis- Obesity- Poor Circulation- Psoriasis- Rash- Shingles- Skin Conditions- Stress- Tetters- Viral Conditions Infections- Wounds- Yeast Infections- Continue Reading →

Olive Leaf

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Lunch-Try a beautiful Salmon fillet with, a side of multi colored capsicum infused in your regular salad. Itching The Benefit of using Oatmeal as a natural cure Activities (Iceland Moss) – Antibacterial ; Anticancer ; Antiemetic ; Anti-HIV ; Antiinflammatory ; Antiproliferative ; Antiretroviral ; Antisarcomic ; Antiseptic ; Antiviral ; Aperitif ; Bitter ; Choleretic ; Cytotoxic ; Demulcent ; Digestive ; Emollient ; Expectorant ; Gastrostimulant ; Immunostimulant ; Lactagogue ; 5-Lipoxygenase Inhibitor ; Pancreatonic ; Sialagogue ; RT If there is any ailment that you frequently suffer from, include the herbal treatment for it in your first-aid kit: for example, a cystitis mix or a migraine mix. I don’t bother with any special disinfecting herbs as any tincture will do for that purpose, owing to the alcohol content. Illnesses: There are some diseases that can make you more vulnerable to acid reflux or GERD. One of these is Barrett’s esophagus, a condition wherein the cells of the lower part of the esophagus resemble those of the digestive tract – like the stomach. This condition occurs when the effects of acid reflux have already badly damaged this part of the body. This disease is extremely dangerous as it almost always leads to cancer. Those who have a hiatal hernia can generally lead their lives normally except that they could be prone to acid reflux since the stomach becomes closer to the lower part of the chest. This occurs when the diaphragm, a flat muscle that divides the abdomen and the chest, malfunctions. Itching- Continue Reading →

Nettle

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Dill is an annual herb that is in the same plant family as celery. It is commonly used for pickling and served with salmon.  It loses flavor quickly so it is best used fresh.  It is easy to grow and has many medicinal uses too.  Read more about dill here. Athletes Foot, Bacterial Infections, Fever The Benefit of using Neem Leaf as a natural cure Felter (1898) says, and I agree after spending the day compiling on buttercups (not daffodils), that than either cholesterol or homocysteine. People with high CRP levels are 41?2 times more likely to experience a heart attack than are people who have normal levels. Arterial lesions containing CRP are unstable and highly likely to lead to breakaway fragments and clots. It is this relationship between CRP and heart disease, perhaps more than any other recent event, that has raised the medical consciousness of the role of inflammation in heart disease and other diseases. Whole plant highly toxic (CRC); overdose fatal (DEM). Too toxic to use (JAD; PH2). Some of the alkaloids transdermally dangerous (PH2). Athletes Foot- Bacterial Infections- Fever- The latest research4 on the use of echinacea species and prevention of colds favours continuous use through the autumn and winter. This approach prepares the immune system to respond more quickly to viral infections and in effect you do not develop any symptoms or, if you catch a cold, the symptoms are much milder. There are two distinct species that are used medicinally: Continue Reading →

Mullein

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Alzheimers Disease, Anxiety, Cramps, Depression Mild, Diarrhea, Dyspepsia, Fatigue, Forgetfulness, Frigidity, Impaired Sexual Desire, Impotence, Indigestion, Memory, Nervous Conditions, PMS, Poor Circulation, Poor Digestion, Restlessness, Stomach Upset, Tension, Ulcers, Upset Stomach, Virility The Benefit of using Muirapauma as a natural cure Alzheimers Disease- Anxiety- Cramps- Depression Mild- Diarrhea- Dyspepsia- Fatigue- Forgetfulness- Frigidity- Impaired Sexual Desire- Impotence- Indigestion- Memory- Nervous Conditions- PMS- Poor Circulation- Poor Digestion- Restlessness- Stomach Upset- Tension- Ulcers- Upset Stomach- Virility- Continue Reading →

Mullein Leaf

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provided no additional benefits. However, 15 percent of the people taking antioxidants alone (no antibiotics) were cured of their H. pylori infection. Sore throat The Benefit of using Mullein as a natural cure The onset of pleurisy is generally marked by a sharp and stabbing pain, which may be felt in any part of the chest wall or over the diaphragm. Deep breathing or coughing increases the pain. IN Two other studies have found that vitamin C supplements are beneficial. In a small trial sponsored by the World Health Organization, researchers gave 5 g of vitamin C daily for four weeks to thirty-two people with chronic gastritis and H. pylori infections. The supplements eradicated H. pylori infections in 30 percent of the patients. In Italy fifty-eight patients were treated with antibiotics, followed by either 500 mg of vitamin C daily for six months or no further treatment at all. Precancerous gastric cells were reversed in about a third of the patients taking vitamin C. In contrast, only one patient (technically 3.4 percent) from the other group improved. Based on the above observations, the following charts show the common foods with acid and alkaline ash : Sore throat- Research over the past twenty-five years by Burton M. Berkson, M.D., Ph.D., an adjunct professor at New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, has found alpha-lipoic acid to greatly enhance liver function and liver glutathione levels. This effect is particularly important in controlling chronic hepatitis. Patients with hepatitis C consistently and significantly improve when following his “triple antioxidant” regimen, which included 600 mg of alpha-lipoic acid, 400 mcg of selenium, and 900 mg of silymarin (an extract of the herb milk thistle) daily. This program leads to a near normalization of liver function. Continue Reading →

Neem

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Neck tension arising from long hours at the desk or behind the wheel of the car can be relieved by certain neck exercises. These include rotating the head clockwise and anticlockwise, allowing the head to drop forward and backward as far as possible and turning the head to the right and left as far as possible several times. These exercises help to loosen up contracted neck muscles which may restrict the blood supply to the head. Abscesses, Arteriosclerosis, Asthma, Bronchitis, Canker Sores, Chest Congestion, Cholesterol High, Cold Sores, Colds and Flu, Coughs, Dyspepsia, Emphysema, Excessive Menstruation, Fever, Flu Virus, Gas Flatulence, Gastritis, Genito-Urinary Ailments, Halitosis, Herpes, Indigestion, Lack of Appetite, Late Menstruation, Lungs, Menstrual Problems, Poor Circulation, Poor Digestion, Postnasal Drip, Respiratory Problems, Sinus, Skin Ulcers, Sore Throat, Stomach Upset, Tooth Decay, Tuberculosis, Ulcers, Upset Stomach, Urinary Tract Problems, Venereal Disease, Warts, Yeast Infections The Benefit of using Myrrh as a natural cure You can find teachers and herb schools in many communities, but if you want something more academically structured, Maryland Univer – sity of Integrative Health, Bastyr University, and the California Institute of Herbal Studies are options to consider. If you love herbs and want to help others, study the herbs and become the herbalist you want to be. Although herbalists are not doctors allowed to practice medicine in North America, we can provide information to others about improving their health using herbs. Share what you learn so that others can benefit. I often Itch ; Leukorrhea ; Migraine ; Mycosis ; Nausea ; Nephrosis ; Nervousness (1; APA; CAN; CRC; GMH; PHR; cystosis ; Cholera ; Cold ; Constipation ; Cramp ; Cystosis ; Dropsy ; Dyspepsia ; B Abscesses- Arteriosclerosis- Asthma- Bronchitis- Canker Sores- Chest Congestion- Cholesterol High- Cold Sores- Colds and Flu- Coughs- Dyspepsia- Emphysema- Excessive Menstruation- Fever- Flu Virus- Gas Flatulence- Gastritis- Genito-Urinary Ailments- Halitosis- Herpes- Indigestion- Lack of Appetite- Late Menstruation- Lungs- Menstrual Problems- Poor Circulation- Poor Digestion- Postnasal Drip- Respiratory Problems- Sinus- Skin Ulcers- Sore Throat- Stomach Upset- Tooth Decay- Tuberculosis- Ulcers- Upset Stomach- Urinary Tract Problems- Venereal Disease- Warts- Yeast Infections- Sweet paprika has a taste similar to red bell peppers, and it can therefore be used when a milder flavor is desired. Sweet paprika can be used in meats and sauces, but it is also appropriate for sprinkling as a garnish. Sweet paprika is also a good choice for rice and potato dishes where the color is desired but not the spiciness of a hotter paprika. Continue Reading →

Myrrh

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Activities (Stoneroot) – Antilithic ; Antioxidant ; Antispasmodic ; Astringent ; Carminative ; Deodorant ; Depurative ; S Anxiety, Diabetes The Benefit of using Mushroom as a natural cure Erect stems are branched at the top. Ribbed leaves are triangular and arranged oppositely. Pink, petite flowers are starlike, with five petals and yel-low anthers. Best collected in midsummer. Found in barren fields and wastelands. Annual. Sow seeds in fall. Grow in sandy, loamy, well-drained soil, full sun to part shade. Zones 4-9. A parallel research report from doctors in Dulles also concluded, after a study of the lives and habits of 6,000 men and women, that the physically fit were less likely to develop hypertension. Black caraway seeds are often blended with other spices and used to flavor curries, but they are also used in the familiar naan bread and may even be used as a substitute for pepper if the need arises. Anxiety- Diabetes- Because of the cytotoxic constituents in this and related species, its use in pregnancy and lactation is to be avoided (CAN). Do not use during pregnancy (WAM). Should not be used by children under 1 year of age (WAM). Not for use more than 7 days (WAM). May cause diarrhea or nausea in large doses (WAM). In the book Adverse Effects of Herbal Drug s (De Smet et al., 1993), we read that all Eupatorium species containing pyrrolizidine alkaloids are, in principle, hazardous for mankind. “Hazards and/or side effects not known for proper therapeutic dosages” (PH2). Continue Reading →

Lobelia

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Also called tree of life, arbor-vitae, American arbor-vitae, yellow cedar, false white cedar Family Cupressaceae Parts used Leaves, young twigs Bacterial Infections, Chronic Dizziness, Colds, Colds and Flu, Constipation, Detoxification, Flu Virus, Genito-Urinary Ailments, GERD, Immunity, Infections, Influenza, Jaundice, Kidneys, Motion Sickness, Ulcers, Urinary Tract Problems, Venereal Disease, Vertigo, Yeast Infections The Benefit of using Licorice Root as a natural cure Increased intake of olive oil also can reduce symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. Olive oil reduces the activity of adhesion molecules, which enable white blood cells to attach to and attack normal cells. Put the empty capsules in one bowl and the ground herbal mixture in another. en set up a three-bowl assembly line: capsules, herbs, and an empty bowl. Pull apart a capsule, with a capsule bottom in one hand and a top in the other, and scoop the ground herbs into both; then press the capsule back together. Place each completed capsule in the third bowl. With a little practice and patience, you can become quite e?cient, easily creating 500 capsules an hour. Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects (Magnolia Vine) – Class 1. Rarely, appetite suppression, dyspepsia, and itch are attendant (AHP; LAF). Leaves and fruits are considered food in the Orient (FAC). Contraindicated in pregnancy except to facilitate childbirth (KEB). Bacterial Infections- Chronic Dizziness- Colds- Colds and Flu- Constipation- Detoxification- Flu Virus- Genito-Urinary Ailments- GERD- Immunity- Infections- Influenza- Jaundice- Kidneys- Motion Sickness- Ulcers- Urinary Tract Problems- Venereal Disease- Vertigo- Yeast Infections- Continue Reading →

Maca

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Activities (Bayrum Tree) – Allergenic ; Analgesic ; Antifumitory ; Antipyretic ; Antiseptic ; Carminative ; Digestive ; Expectorant ; Rubefacient ; Stimulant ; Stomachic . Herpes, Viral Conditions Infections The Benefit of using Lysine as a natural cure Treats skin conditions Balm made from buds make an excellent treatment for skin troubles. Use as a muscle rub or chest congestion balm, or for more complex skin issues such as eczema, psoriasis, and folliculitis. It can reduce pain, cool the skin, and relieve itching. Used internally and externally. that taking motherwort each day helps new blood vessels grow to the heart. She calls it “a bypass in a bottle.” A dose of 10 to 20 drops of tinc-ture, taken several times a day, can lower blood pressure, improve heart action, and strengthen electrical activity in the heart. Herpes- Viral Conditions Infections- Continue Reading →

Maitake Mushroom

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have in vitro antiradical activity on chemically generated superoxide radicals. The extracts also inhibitor xanthine oxidase. All crude extracts were highly active toward chemically generated superoxide radicals. Ribes nigrum extracts exhibited most activity, being the richest in both anthocyanins and polyphenols. But Ribes rubrum extracts seem to contain more active substances (X1332092). The 10-12% tannins in the leaves make this tea competitive with the better publicized green tea for cancer and cardiopathy. And I suspect that the wild strains would be even better endowed, with the anticancer and cardioprotective polyphenols, than the cultivated raspberries. Diabetes The Benefit of using Maitake as a natural cure Activities (Winter’s-Bark) – Analgesic ; Antibacterial ; Antiseptic ; Antiinflammatory ; Antileukemic ; Antiscorbutic ; Astringent ; Bitter ; Carminative ; Diaphoretic ; Stimulant ; Stomachic ; Tonic . Diabetes- Continue Reading →

Maitake

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The fact is that our native flora provides enough options to treat most problems and there is rarely a true need to resort to exotic, imported plants. Also, quite a few foreign herbs can be successfully grown in this country and can even have better properties: for example, British-grown lavender has a higher concentration of volatile constituents than lavender grown in France, although this is a Mediterranean plant by origin. By limiting yourself to herbs that are cultivated in the UK you will also be reducing the carbon footprint associated with their transportation. Gas Flatulence, Lack of Appetite, Nausea, Obesity, Vomiting The Benefit of using Magnolia Bark as a natural cure Dosages (Cumin) – 300-600 mg (HHB); 0.06-0.2 ml (HHB); 5-10 fruits (PHR); 300 to 600 gm (PHR) (I’m sure they did not mean that, that’s 1-2 pounds, close to a lethal dose, I’d bet); corrected in PH2 to 300-600 mg (= 5-10 fruit). Activities (American White Spruce) – Antiseptic ; Depurative ; Diaphoretic ; Digestive ; Laxative ; Panacea ; Rubefacient ; Tonic . Gas Flatulence- Lack of Appetite- Nausea- Obesity- Vomiting- Continue Reading →

Lemon Juice

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Keep an eye on the temperature and, if necessary, bring it down by measures described in the Fever entry, page 108. ADD and ADHD, Alzheimers Disease, Anxiety, Asthma, Bronchitis, Calming, Canker Sores, Cold Sores, Colds and Flu, Colic, Constipation, Coughs, Cramps, Depression Mild, Diarrhea, Dyspepsia, Fever, Flu Virus, Forgetfulness, Gas Flatulence, Headache, Herpes, Hyperactivity, Indigestion, Influenza, Insect Bites Stings, Insomnia, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Memory, Migraine Headaches, Nausea, Nervous Conditions, Overactive Thyroid, Poor Digestion, Restlessness, Sleeplessness, Stomach Upset, Tension, Travelers Diarrhea, Upset Stomach, Viral Conditions Infections, Vomiting The Benefit of using Lemon Balm as a natural cure tsp) bark/day (APA); 0.4 g/cup bark tea (PHR); 2-4 fl oz bark extract (FEL); 1-2 g bark extract (MAD). Blumenthal, Foster, and Pedersen all make the case that early on, some, many, or most of the earlier studies leading to the new fame for echinacea were really performed on Parthenium. One sure method of reducing weight is by practicising what is known as “Fletcherism”. It was discovered in 1898 by Horace Fletcher of the U.S.A.. Fletlcher, at 40, considered himself an old man. He was 50 pounds overweight, contracted flu every six months and constantly complained of indigestion and a tired feeling. After a deep study, he made some important discoveries and prescribed the rules for “Fletcherism” which are as follows : Chew your food to a pulp or milky liquid until it practically swallows itself. ADD and ADHD- Alzheimers Disease- Anxiety- Asthma- Bronchitis- Calming- Canker Sores- Cold Sores- Colds and Flu- Colic- Constipation- Coughs- Cramps- Depression Mild- Diarrhea- Dyspepsia- Fever- Flu Virus- Forgetfulness- Gas Flatulence- Headache- Herpes- Hyperactivity- Indigestion- Influenza- Insect Bites Stings- Insomnia- Irritable Bowel Syndrome- Memory- Migraine Headaches- Nausea- Nervous Conditions- Overactive Thyroid- Poor Digestion- Restlessness- Sleeplessness- Stomach Upset- Tension- Travelers Diarrhea- Upset Stomach- Viral Conditions Infections- Vomiting- Activities (Champac) – Abortifacient ; Alexeteric ; Antifertility ; Antipyretic ; Antispasmodic ; Aphrodisiac ; Astringent ; Bitter ; Carminative ; Demulcent ; Deobstruent ; Deodorant ; Depurative ; Diaphoretic ; Diuretic ; Emmenagogue ; Expectorant ; Hypertensive ; Hypoglycemic ; Laxative ; Stimulant ; Stomachic ; Tonic ; Vermifuge . Continue Reading →

Licorice

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So, should you collect from the wild at all? In my view, no. It is best to grow your own or to buy ready-dried or processed herbs from an ethical supplier. Unless you are absolutely sure that a particular plant is so abundant that what you take will make little difference, please do not collect from the wild. Wild habitats have become so fragile that even collecting seemingly common plants such as elderflower or nettle may be harmful to the local environment. Kidney Stones The Benefit of using Lemon Juice as a natural cure Selenium and vitamin E are synergistic and the two together are stronger than the sum of the equal parts. Selenium slows down ageing and hardening of tissues through oxidation. Males seem to have a greater need for this mineral. Nearly half of the total supply in the body is concentrated in the testicles and in the seminal ducts adjacent to the prostate gland. While gathering roots and rhizomes, replant root crowns and rhizome pieces directly in the ground, especially if a bud is present, to help the plant regrow. If you need to strip bark, do not remove it from a living part of the plant. Instead, look for freshly fallen branches and remove bark from those parts. If you must remove bark from a healthy part of a plant, remove only very small, vertical strips, and never, ever girdle a tree (remove bark horizontally around the entire trunk) or you will kill it entirely. If you cut too much, the wound you create opens a path for bacterial and fungal infections, which can kill the tree. Extracts (Asparagus) – Asparagusic acid nematicidal. As the richest source of glutathione (at least as cited in JNU), asparagus could be credited with many of the activities of glutathione, a major antioxidant that also detoxifies carcinogens and pollutants, maintains healthy liver, boosts the immune system, aids cell replication, repairs damaged DNA, and reduces inflammation. Kidney Stones- You will need a specific preparation of St John’s wort that is called St John’s wort infused oil. You can buy it ready-made from specialist retailers or make your own (see Chapter 26). For directions of usage see the earache entry in the next section of this chapter. Precautions for the internal use of St John’s wort do not apply to the St John’s wort infused oil. Continue Reading →

Kola Nut

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Another important cause of prostate disorders is constipation. In constipation , the faeces becomes hardened and the rectum or lower bowel overloaded. This causes undue pressure on the prostate gland. It also entails a great deal of straining at stools and this adversely affects the prostate gland due to its proximity to the rectum. Kidney Stones The Benefit of using Kidney Beans as a natural cure However, you may be wondering about what to cook at home. This chapter offers a number of recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as a sample seven-day menu plan. This menu plan is merely a guideline and is not meant as a strict rule for what you must eat on any given day. Overall, this chapter takes a very positive approach to food selection, emphasizing what you should eat instead of what you should not. The American Heart Association recommends that men should restrict themselves to 300 mg. of cholesterol a day and women to 275 mg. It also prescribes that fat should not make up more than 30 per cent of the diet and not more than one third of this should be saturated. The Association, however, urges a somewhat strict regimen for those who already have elevated levels of cholesterol. Kidney Stones- Continue Reading →

Kelp

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Also called colic root, China root, yuma, rheuma-tism root, liver root, devil’s bones Family Dio-scoreaceae Parts used Roots, rhizomes Anxiety The Benefit of using Kava Kava Inositol as a natural cure The patient often suffers from guilt, oppressive feelings and self-absorption. Other symptoms of depression are : loss of appetite, gidiness, itching, nausea, agitation, irritability, impotence or frigidity, constipation, aches and pains all over the body, lack of concentration and lack of power of decision. Some persons may lose interest in eating and suffer from rapid loss of weight while others may resort to frequent eating and as a result gain in weight. Several systems of exercise have been developed over the years, the most popular among them being the Swedish system and yoga asanas, the later having been practised from ancient times in India. Whichever system you choose to adopt, the exercises should be performed systematically, regularly and under proper guidance. Also called smooth sumac, scarlet sumach, upland sumach, mountain sumach, dwarf sumach, sleek sumach, staghorn sumach, Pennsylvania sumach Family Anacardiaceae Parts used Bark, berries Anxiety- Thus the hypotensive human who coevolved with ginseng might selectively use the needed hypertensive ginsenoside, while the hypertensive human might adaptogenically sequester the hypotensive ginsenoside. Something for whatever ails you. Remember, this herb, like all herbs contains all the compounds essential for plant life, and many of those essential for human life. Carrots are considerably cheaper. Continue Reading →

Kava Kava

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Also called colic root, China root, yuma, rheuma-tism root, liver root, devil’s bones Family Dio-scoreaceae Parts used Roots, rhizomes Anxiety and Stress, Insomnia, Menstrual Cramps The Benefit of using Kava as a natural cure The patient often suffers from guilt, oppressive feelings and self-absorption. Other symptoms of depression are : loss of appetite, gidiness, itching, nausea, agitation, irritability, impotence or frigidity, constipation, aches and pains all over the body, lack of concentration and lack of power of decision. Some persons may lose interest in eating and suffer from rapid loss of weight while others may resort to frequent eating and as a result gain in weight. Several systems of exercise have been developed over the years, the most popular among them being the Swedish system and yoga asanas, the later having been practised from ancient times in India. Whichever system you choose to adopt, the exercises should be performed systematically, regularly and under proper guidance. Also called smooth sumac, scarlet sumach, upland sumach, mountain sumach, dwarf sumach, sleek sumach, staghorn sumach, Pennsylvania sumach Family Anacardiaceae Parts used Bark, berries Anxiety and Stress- Insomnia- Menstrual Cramps- Thus the hypotensive human who coevolved with ginseng might selectively use the needed hypertensive ginsenoside, while the hypertensive human might adaptogenically sequester the hypotensive ginsenoside. Something for whatever ails you. Remember, this herb, like all herbs contains all the compounds essential for plant life, and many of those essential for human life. Carrots are considerably cheaper. Continue Reading →

Hyssop

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DEM gives mostly distinct uses for the round-lobed Hepatica var. obtusa (Pursh) Steyermark, the data of which have not been entered here. DEM data below apply only to the sharp-lobed liverwort. Bedwetting, Cystitis, Genito-Urinary Ailments, Kidneys, Prostate, Urinary Tract Problems, Venereal Disease The Benefit of using Hydrangea as a natural cure Many supplements can lessen the inflammation in diabetes, but in this case, supplements can be like bailing water in a sinking boat: It is essential that the underlying diet be corrected. For many years physicians believed that gastritis was the result of excess stomach acid, and drug treatments were designed to reduce the secretion of gastric juices or to make them more alkaline. In 1983 researchers identified a type of bacterium, Helicobacter pylori, in the stomach, and in the 1990s it was recognized as the leading cause of gastritis, ulcers, and stomach cancer. Conventional treatment now focuses on antibiotics and drugs that reduce the secretion of gastric juices. Activities (American Solomon’s-Seal) – Analgesic ; Antiinflammatory ; Antipyretic ; Aphrodisiac ; Astringent ; Depurative ; Emetic ; Laxative ; Sedative ; Tonic ; Vulnerary . Bedwetting- Cystitis- Genito-Urinary Ailments- Kidneys- Prostate- Urinary Tract Problems- Venereal Disease- Influenza strikes suddenly. It usually begins with a chill, fever, headache and severe muscular pains. The patient feels miserable and weak. There is an inflammation in the nose and throat, which may spread down the windpipe to the lungs, resulting in a sore throat, cough, running of the nose and eyes. In milder case of influenza the temperature rises to 102 o F and lasts for two or three days. In severe cases, it may go upto 104 o F and last for four or five days. The consequent weakness and fatigue may continue for several weeks. This may be followed by a deep chest cough due to irritation in the windpipe. Continue Reading →

Horse Chestnut

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Reduces irritation Studies show the positive e?ects of a lungwort infusion in reducing tis-sue inflammation in both the respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts. is may contribute to lungwort’s ability to maintain healthy cells and improve white blood cell deficiency. Bronchitis, Depression Mild, Fatigue, Frigidity, Impaired Sexual Desire, Impotence, Menopause, PMS, Poor Circulation, Virility The Benefit of using Horny Goat Weed as a natural cure Organs or systems affected Blood, immune system, lymphatic system Therapeutic actions Alterative, antiseptic, stimulant, tonic, diapho-retic Nature Sweet, salty, cool Plant constituents Glycosides, volatile oil, mucopolysaccharides, Garlic also slows the pulse and modifies the heart rhythm besides relieving the symptoms of dizziness, numbness, shortness of breath and the formation of gas within the digestive tract. The average dosage should be two to three capsules a day to make a dent in the blood pressure. Bronchitis- Depression Mild- Fatigue- Frigidity- Impaired Sexual Desire- Impotence- Menopause- PMS- Poor Circulation- Virility- Continue Reading →

Irish Moss

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Bronchitis, Chest Congestion, Coughs, Emphysema, Fever, Lungs, Respiratory Problems, Tuberculosis, Water Retention, Worms The Benefit of using Inula as a natural cure Bronchitis- Chest Congestion- Coughs- Emphysema- Fever- Lungs- Respiratory Problems- Tuberculosis- Water Retention- Worms- Continue Reading →

Horsetail

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Woody stems are covered with needlelike, pun-gent leaves. Small purple-white flowers have pro-truding stamens. Rosemary is cultivated in gardens and available at most nurseries. Perennial. Grow from established plant or cuttings; di?cult to start from seed. Grow in well-drained soil, full sun to part shade. Zones 6-9. Gout, Postnasal Drip, Respiratory Problems, Sinus The Benefit of using Horseradish Root as a natural cure Measles, a highly infectious disease, is very common in childhood. It is so common at this stage of life that nearly all children everywhere in the world go through this brief period of red spots. Food allergies with documented elevation of IgE and IgA antibodies reflect an immune system that has been unnecessarily stirred up. However, not all food allergies trigger these specific immune responses. It is possible that other types of immune reactions will eventually be identified, or that a person’s symptoms occur through some other mechanism. Herbal treatment of the digestive system is more successful if combined with a temporary change to your usual way of eating. It is beyond the scope of this book to give detailed advice on different diets for different ailments, but the general principle in the case of any digestive problem is to eat easily digestible foods: plain white rice, simple vegetable soup, plain semolina cooked with water, plain couscous, weak black tea, steamed vegetables, poached fish or chicken. It is also advisable to avoid stimulants such as coffee, cola drinks, strong tea and alcohol. You need to maintain a plain diet only for short periods of time, sometimes a day or two, until your digestive function goes back to normal. Sometimes a day of fasting, with just water or diluted fruit juice, is a good option. Gout- Postnasal Drip- Respiratory Problems- Sinus- Food allergies or allergylike food sensitivities can rev up the immune system and contribute to chronic inflammation. It is relatively easy and inexpensive to obtain a “food allergy panel” using a simple blood test. Indeed, 70 Continue Reading →

Holy Basil

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Szechuan peppercorns are actually the seed husks of a plant native to Asia and are not related to other spices known as peppercorns. They produce an odd tingly, citrus sensation when eaten that resembles the effect of carbonation. Cystitis, Hair Loss The Benefit of using Hibiscus as a natural cure Unprocessed processed meat products such as pork, beef, mutton, fish, poultry (chicken, turkey, duck). Cystitis- Hair Loss- Continue Reading →

Hawthorn Berries

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Silymarin can have significant glucose-lowering effects in people with diabetes. An Italian study found major improvements in blood sugar levels and many other symptoms of diabetes after patients took silymarin supplements for one year. ADD and ADHD, Angina, Cardiovascular, Congestive Heart Failure, Heart, High blood pressure, Irregular Heartbeat The Benefit of using Hawthorn as a natural cure Improves digestion and strengthens immune system Lately, arabinogalactan is earning a solid reputation for stimulating the immune system as well as healing the gastrointestinal tract. e powdered extract from the bark of the larch tree is made up of 98 percent arabinogalactan, which is a prebiotic, a nondigestible food that stimulates the production of positive bacteria in the gut. About 60 percent of your immune system is in your intestines, so the big payo? of using larch arabinogalactan is digestion improvement with increased immune strength. Arabinogalactan has been showed to inhibit ammonia generation in the intestines, therefore reducing the harmful e?ects of ammonia on the colon cells. Typically, the liver aids in elimination of generated ammo-nia, but when liver disease is present or overbur-dened, larch can be beneficial. Most curry blends contain chili pepper for a bit of bite. Curry powder adds a characteristic flavor, aroma and color to chicken, rice and vegetable dishes. Drinking certain herbal teas will help, although this is not normally sufficient as herbs contain only small amounts of iron (useful herbs include nettles, couch grass, wild strawberry leaves). ADD and ADHD- Angina- Cardiovascular- Congestive Heart Failure- Heart- High blood pressure- Irregular Heartbeat- Lecithin, also a fatty food substance and the most abundant of the phospholipids, is highly beneficial in case of increase in cholesterol level. It has the ability to break up cholesterol into small particles which can be easily handled by the system. With sufficient intake of lecithin, cholesterol cannot build up against the walls of the arteries and veins. It also increases the production of bile acids made from cholesterol, thereby reducing its amount in the blood. Egg yolk, vegetable oils, whole grain cereals, soyabeans and unpasteurised milk are rich sources of lecithin. The cells of the body are also capable of synthesizing it as needed, if several of the B Continue Reading →

Hemp Oil

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Rose , damiana , vervain : these herbs are gentle mood improvers. Hair Loss The Benefit of using He Sho Wu as a natural cure Physicians and biomedical researchers are starting to appreciate the significance of the Inflammation Syndrome-how many different inflammatory diseases are interrelated. As one example, being overweight significantly increases the risk of developing diabetes, a disease with a strong undercurrent of inflammation. Both overweight and diabetes increase the risk of coronary artery disease, now recognized as being inflammatory in origin. sweet, pungent Plant constituents Glycoside, bitters, volatile oil Flower essence Nurtures the individual to feel safe and supported in life Childbirth, in the normal way, should be a purely natural function with very little pain or discomfort to the women concerned. It is so even today that with primitive races. But many civilised women appear to find the bearing of children a task fraught with grave risk and suffering and attended by numerous minor or serious after-effects. This is solely due to wrong dietary habits and a faulty style of living. Really healthy mothers will always have an easy time when pregnant. Hair Loss- Dr. Lotter remembers a patient who had been on a three month carbohydrate-free diet as part of a program for obsessive eaters. “These people who binge out, they are not bingeing out on carrots, they are not bingeing out on fruits and vegetables, they are bingeing out on carbohydrates. Eating whole loaves of bread. One woman said she had eaten 20,000 calories at one sitting. It is my contention that people who have these extreme eating disorders have physiological low Serotonin levels. Continue Reading →

Grape Seed Extract

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Hypoglycemia is a serious disorder as the brain cannot function properly when the blood sugar level is too low. Like all other organs of the body, the brain receive its fuel from the diet. But it can use only the sugar produced by the body from carbohydrates. Unlike many of the body tissues, it cannot store its fuel. Therefore, it must get a constant supply of sugar through the bloodstream. Mental disturbances caused by subnormal blood sugar levels can seriously affect a person’s life. Gout The Benefit of using Gout Out as a natural cure Activities (Sodom’s Milkweed) – Abortifacient ; Alterative ; Antiaggregant ; Antibacterial ; Anticancer ; Antifeedant ; Antifertility ; Antiimplantation ; Antiinflammatory ; Antiodontalgic ; Antisialagogue ; Antispasmodic ; Antisyphilitic ; Antitumor ; Aperitif ; Aphrodisiac ; Candidicide ; Cardiodepressant ; Cardiotonic ; Carminative ; Contraceptive ; Dentifrice ; Depilatory ; Dermatitigenic ; Diaphoretic ; Digestive ; Diuretic ; Emetic ; Expectorant ; Fibrinolytic ; Fungicide ; Hypertensive ; Inebriant ; Infanticide ; Insecticide ; Lactagogue ; Larvicide ; Laxative ; Ovicide ; Pediculicide ; Piscicide ; Poison ; Proteolytic ; Respirastimulant ; Rubefacient ; Stimulant ; Stomachic ; Tonic ; Vermifuge . Elderflower tea is noticeably diuretic, so make sure you drink plenty of water to compensate and avoid drinking it just before going to bed, unless you do not mind getting up in the middle of the night. Take passionflower tincture. Adults: 0.5-2ml diluted with some water, 1-3 times a day, tincture strength 1:2. Gout- Depression is the most unpleasant experience a person can endure. It is far more difficult to cope with than a physical ailment. The growing complexities of modern life and the resultant crisis, as well as mental stress and strain in day to day living, usually leads to this disorder. It also arises out of the monotony and drudgery of a daily routine, without any meaningful variation in urban life. Suicide is the major risk in extreme cases of depression. Continue Reading →

Graviola

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Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects (Heather) – Class 1 (AHP). “Hazards and/or side effects not known for proper therapeutic dosages” (PH2). Backache, Bedwetting, Gall Bladder, Genito-Urinary Ailments, Gout, Kidneys, Sciatica, Urinary Tract Problems, Venereal Disease, Water Retention The Benefit of using Gravel Root as a natural cure M E D I C I N E C A B I N E T Infusion 1 or 2 teaspoons per cup, steep 15 minutes, 1 or 2 cups per day Tincture 10 to 30 drops, 3 times per day The modern medical treatment for glaucoma is through surgery which relieves the internal pressure in the eye due to excess fluid. This, however, does not remove the cause of the presence of the excess fluid. Consequently, even after the operation, there is no guarantee whatsoever that the trouble will not recur, or that it will not affect the other eye. The natural treatment for glaucoma is same as that for any other condition associated with high toxicity and is directed towards preserving whatever sight remains. If treated in the early stages, the results are encouraging. Though cases of advanced glaucoma may be beyond a cure, even so certain nutritional and other biological approaches can prove effective in controlling the condition and preserving the remaining sight. Evidence of the broader anti-inflammatory effects of fish and fish oil supplements comes from other types of medical research, such as on asthma 110 Backache- Bedwetting- Gall Bladder- Genito-Urinary Ailments- Gout- Kidneys- Sciatica- Urinary Tract Problems- Venereal Disease- Water Retention- Continue Reading →

Gotu Kola

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The symptoms of jaundice are extreme weakness, headache, fever, loss of appetite, undue fatigue, severe constipation,nausea and yellow coloration of the eyes, tongue, skin and urine. Detoxification, Kidneys The Benefit of using Goose Grass as a natural cure Daily massages and deep breathing exercises also help. Above all, the patient must try to rid himself of worries and stay cheerful. He should also cultivate regularity in his habit – be it work, exercise or rest. Asanas which are beneficial in the treatment of hyperacidity and ulcers are vajrasana, uttanpadasana, pawanmuktasana, bhujasana, paschimottanasana. Yogic kriyas like jalneti and pranayamas like anuloma-viloma , shitali and sitkari are also beneficial. Each of the listings in the plant directory starts with the plant’s common name, followed by its botanical Latin name. I believe that learning the botanical names will serve you far better than learning the common names. Latin is the univer-sal language of horticulture, and if you know a plant’s Latin name, no matter where you are in the world, you can ask for a plant by its true botanical name. is is extremely helpful if you are trying to find medicinal herbs in a foreign country. Com-mon names can also be helpful in locating herbs, but common names can be regionally oriented, meaning that a plant name in one region may not be the same name used in another. For that rea-son, I’ve also included alternative common names for each plant. Swimming – To start with in fact let’s talk about swimming. Water is a great medium to exercise in; itsnatural buoyancy supports your body’s weight and as such helps reduces stress on your joints, while still making for a great workout. Swimming and floating help you not only stretch and tone, but they also help those aching joint. In fact another less popular exercise is water walking. To water walk you basically walk while in water, but since water has more resistance you basically end up getting a much more strengthening work out. Detoxification- Kidneys- Poor posture results from soft chairs and coaches, which facilitates slouching and sitting incorrectly. Shoes with high heels place a tremendous strain on the back and other muscles of the body. Sleeping on too soft a mattress which results in an improper back and neck posture, can cause tension, headaches and pain in the upper and lower back. Continue Reading →

Gentian

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Activities (Scurvy-Grass) – Antibacterial ; Antiscorbutic ; Antiseptic ; Depurative ; Discutient ; Diuretic ; Irritant ; Rubefacient ; Stimulant ; Stomachic . Angina, Arteriosclerosis, Asthma, Atherosclerosis, Bacterial Infections, Blood Pressure, Cancer, Candida Yeast Infection, Cardiovascular, Cholesterol, Cholesterol High, Detoxification, Diabetes, Diabetes Type 2, Flu Virus, Gallbladder, Genito-Urinary Ailments, Hardening of the Arteries, Heart, Heart Disease, Herpes, High Blood Pressure, Hypertension, Immune System, Immunity, Infection, Infections, Inflammation, Mononucleosis, Poor Circulation, Ulcers, Urinary Tract Problems, Venereal Disease, Worms, Yeast, Yeast Infections The Benefit of using Garlic as a natural cure Herein are described certain yogic kriyas, asanas and pranayama which have specific therapeutic values and are highly beneficial in the maintenance of health and the healing of diseases. Use essential oils: Apply helichrysum directly to stop bleeding. Apply frankincense or lavender topically to prevent infection. Activities (Common Buckthorn) – Antitumor ; Collyrium ; Depurative ; Diuretic ; Emetic ; Laxative ; Peristaltic . Angina- Arteriosclerosis- Asthma- Atherosclerosis- Bacterial Infections- Blood Pressure- Cancer- Candida Yeast Infection- Cardiovascular- Cholesterol- Cholesterol High- Detoxification- Diabetes- Diabetes Type 2- Flu Virus- Gallbladder- Genito-Urinary Ailments- Hardening of the Arteries- Heart- Heart Disease- Herpes- High Blood Pressure- Hypertension- Immune System- Immunity- Infection- Infections- Inflammation- Mononucleosis- Poor Circulation- Ulcers- Urinary Tract Problems- Venereal Disease- Worms- Yeast- Yeast Infections- Lamberg, L., Melatonin potentially useful but safety, efficacy remain uncertain, JAMA, 276, 1011-1014, 1996. Continue Reading →

Fennel Seed

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Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects (Sandarac) – Not covered (AHP). “Health hazards not known with proper therapeutic dosages” (PH2) (but PH2 designates no specific quantified dosage! JAD). Gas, Indigestion, Nausea, Water Retention The Benefit of using Fennel as a natural cure Immune cells are drawn to sites of injury, where they release powerful inflammatory compounds. Immune cells help clean up damaged cells, such as in torn ligaments, strained tendons, and flakes of bone and cartilage. Activities (Arrowroot) – Alexeteric ; Antibilious ; Antipyretic ; Choleretic ; Collyrium ; Demulcent ; Depurative ; Hypocholesterolemic ; Rubefacient ; Vulnerary . Mouthwash For infected gums or abscesses around teeth and gums tooth, 3 tablespoons root powder per pint, steep 2 hours, swish 2 times per day Powder For infected gums or abscesses around teeth and gums tooth, apply fine root powder to the area for Gas- Indigestion- Nausea- Water Retention- Take good-quality echinacea for 2 to 4 months (for precautions see page 98). Adults: 1-2ml diluted with some water, 3 times a day, tincture strength 1:5. Continue Reading →

Ephedra

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Boils, Diabetes Type 2, Fatigue, Infection The Benefit of using Eleutherococcus as a natural cure Boils- Diabetes Type 2- Fatigue- Infection- Continue Reading →

Eucalyptus Leaf

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While I consider slippery elm safer than coffee, LRNP (March 1991) says, “preparations of slippery elm had been used as abortifacients.” Perhaps they refer to Foster and Duke, who note slivers of bark being used mechanically to induce an abortion, sort of the herbal coat hanger. Oleoresins from several elm species can cause dermatosis. Pollen is allergenic (CRC; LRNP, March 1991). But even conservative CAN says, “it would appear to be non-toxic.” The copious mucilage of the inner bark justifies its use as antitussive, demulcent, and emollient (CAN). Cough, Pain The Benefit of using Eucalyptus as a natural cure In regard to muscles used for breathing, there are a handful of scenarios that can present themselves. Again, the ideal is when the abdomen moves while the chest is relatively still. The abdomen should move down and out slightly on inhalation, and it should return to a neutral position on exhalation. However, other dysfunctional patterns can and do often occur. One such pattern is for both the abdomen and the chest to expand on inhalation. While a small expansion in the chest is not normally problematic, an exaggerated expansion indicates overuse of the intercostal muscles and hyperventilation. Side effects are a constant problem with conventional antidepressants. Up until the late ’80s, the major drugs used to treat depression were in the tricyclic family. These drugs produced many side effects that limited their use, such as daytime sleepiness and lethargy, dry eyes and mouth, dizziness on standing up, and weight gain. Garlic is another herb that can be used for many health problems. It is a great improver of the circulation, and can prevent the development of clogged up arteries in people who are in a high-risk category (e.g. having a family history of heart disease, being overweight, smoking and having a high-calorie diet). It can help to bring high blood pressure down and keep your cholesterol low, and it also reduces blood clotting, so it can be very useful for people with a history of blood clots. Cough- Pain- Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects (Catechu) – Not covered (AHP). “Hazards and/or side effects not known for proper therapeutic dosages” (PH2). But 100 years ago, “Believed to be anaphrodisiac and to cause impotence when used in excess” (DEP). Continue Reading →

Evening Primrose

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While I consider slippery elm safer than coffee, LRNP (March 1991) says, “preparations of slippery elm had been used as abortifacients.” Perhaps they refer to Foster and Duke, who note slivers of bark being used mechanically to induce an abortion, sort of the herbal coat hanger. Oleoresins from several elm species can cause dermatosis. Pollen is allergenic (CRC; LRNP, March 1991). But even conservative CAN says, “it would appear to be non-toxic.” The copious mucilage of the inner bark justifies its use as antitussive, demulcent, and emollient (CAN). Bronchitis The Benefit of using Eucalyptus Tea as a natural cure In regard to muscles used for breathing, there are a handful of scenarios that can present themselves. Again, the ideal is when the abdomen moves while the chest is relatively still. The abdomen should move down and out slightly on inhalation, and it should return to a neutral position on exhalation. However, other dysfunctional patterns can and do often occur. One such pattern is for both the abdomen and the chest to expand on inhalation. While a small expansion in the chest is not normally problematic, an exaggerated expansion indicates overuse of the intercostal muscles and hyperventilation. Side effects are a constant problem with conventional antidepressants. Up until the late ’80s, the major drugs used to treat depression were in the tricyclic family. These drugs produced many side effects that limited their use, such as daytime sleepiness and lethargy, dry eyes and mouth, dizziness on standing up, and weight gain. Garlic is another herb that can be used for many health problems. It is a great improver of the circulation, and can prevent the development of clogged up arteries in people who are in a high-risk category (e.g. having a family history of heart disease, being overweight, smoking and having a high-calorie diet). It can help to bring high blood pressure down and keep your cholesterol low, and it also reduces blood clotting, so it can be very useful for people with a history of blood clots. Bronchitis- Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects (Catechu) – Not covered (AHP). “Hazards and/or side effects not known for proper therapeutic dosages” (PH2). But 100 years ago, “Believed to be anaphrodisiac and to cause impotence when used in excess” (DEP). Continue Reading →

Evening Primrose Oil

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ZUL); Myosis ; Nephrosis ; Nervousness ; Neuralgia ; Nyctalopia ; Ophthalmia ; Otosis ADD and ADHD, Alcoholism, Alzheimers Disease, Arteriosclerosis, Atherosclerosis, Blood Pressure, Bronchitis, Cholesterol High, Coughs, Cramps, Diarrhea, Excessive Menstruation, Forgetfulness, Gastritis, Gout, Hardening of the Arteries, Headache, Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure, Hyperactivity, Hypertension, Insomnia, Lack of Appetite, Memory, Menopause, Menstrual Problems, Migraine Headaches, Night Sweats, Poor Circulation, Premenstrual Syndrome The Benefit of using Evening Primrose as a natural cure After the all-fruit diet, the patient may gradually embark upon a balanced diet of seeds, nuts and grains, vegetables and fruits, with generous use of special rejuvenative foods such as whey, soured milks, particularly made from goat’s milk, millet, garlic, honey, cold-pressed vegetable oils and brewer’s yeast. The patient should avoid smoking,alcohol, tea, coffee and all processed, canned, refined and denatured foods, especially white sugar and white flour and products made from them. Chilli peppers (Cayenne pepper) provide a great, quick boost to the circulation. They are best consumed as a food spice and can be included in your cooking on a regular basis, provided that your digestive system is in good shape. I would specifically recommend this herb if you get chilblains in winter and if you feel the cold easily (if you need to put on the central heating in September, eating chillies may save you a small fortune!). You can eat chillies in any form you like – powdered, cooked or pickled; food should be made moderately spicy to have an effect on circulation. If you develop heartburn you are eating too many chillies! Normal high-sensitivity levels are less than 0.11 milligram per deciliter of blood (mg/dL). Moderate CRP levels, of 0.12 to 0.19 mg/dL, are a cause for concern, and high CRP levels are 0.20 to 1.50 mg/dL. ADD and ADHD- Alcoholism- Alzheimers Disease- Arteriosclerosis- Atherosclerosis- Blood Pressure- Bronchitis- Cholesterol High- Coughs- Cramps- Diarrhea- Excessive Menstruation- Forgetfulness- Gastritis- Gout- Hardening of the Arteries- Headache- Heart Disease- High Blood Pressure- Hyperactivity- Hypertension- Insomnia- Lack of Appetite- Memory- Menopause- Menstrual Problems- Migraine Headaches- Night Sweats- Poor Circulation- Premenstrual Syndrome- Stops bleeding through astringent action Bistort can be used wherever an astringent is needed in the body. For example, in an overflow of menses, bistort can help taper o? the bleeding. Also useful for nosebleeds, lung hemorrhages, diarrhea, and bleeding hemorrhoids. Continue Reading →

Elderberry Syrup

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I. x germanica L. as orris-root. I have added only credible entries for I. florentina and I. pallida below, including JLH. Unlike the Herbal PDR, I maintain that Iris versicolor L., the blue flag, is a distinct species (which see). Cholesterol, Colds and Flu, Congestion, Coughs, Fever, Flu Virus, Immunity, Influenza, Skin Issues, Sore Throat The Benefit of using Elderberry as a natural cure The medications and Melinda’s weight gain substantially increased her risk of heart disease and, particularly, heart failure (a catastrophic weakening of the heart muscle). Melinda’s physician tried to head off the damage, but he relied solely on pharmaceutical treatment and never discussed nutrition or an anti-inflammatory diet with her. Two years later, after a battery of laboratory tests, he noted that her C-reactive protein levels were elevated, a sign of serious inflammation, so he prescribed a cholesterol-lowering “statin” drug to reduce her risk of heart disease. Rheumatoid arthritis is generally progressive-it gets worse with time. There may be periods of remission when symptoms decrease or diseases and specific conditions Cholesterol- Colds and Flu- Congestion- Coughs- Fever- Flu Virus- Immunity- Influenza- Skin Issues- Sore Throat- Continue Reading →

Echinacea Purpurea

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All processed, refined and denatured foods, such as white sugar, white flour and all articles made with them, should be completely eliminated. Take special supplements such as vitamins C, B6 and pantothenic acid, which have a specific property of stimulating the body’s own production of estrogen or enhancing the effect of the existing estrogen. Anal Fissures, Athletes Foot, Cold Sores, Colds and Flu, Cuts, Detoxification, Diaper Rash, Eczema, Flu Virus, Fungal Infections, Gas Flatulence, Genito-Urinary Ailments, Hemorrhoids, Herpes, Hives, Immunity, Infections, Inflammation, Influenza, Itching, Mononucleosis, Piles, Pimples, Prostate, Psoriasis, Rash, Shingles, Skin Conditions, Skin Ulcers, Sore Throat, Tetters, Urinary Tract Problems, Venereal Disease, Viral Conditions Infections, Wounds, Yeast Infections The Benefit of using Echinacea Angustifolia as a natural cure They usually appear as emotional upsets and can pass almost unnoticed. These spells of emotional upsets gradually increase in duration, when other symptoms also appear. These include loss of power of concentration, depression and weeping. The patient appears to be very easily irritated. The approach of a nervous breakdown is often suspended. Anal Fissures- Athletes Foot- Cold Sores- Colds and Flu- Cuts- Detoxification- Diaper Rash- Eczema- Flu Virus- Fungal Infections- Gas Flatulence- Genito-Urinary Ailments- Hemorrhoids- Herpes- Hives- Immunity- Infections- Inflammation- Influenza- Itching- Mononucleosis- Piles- Pimples- Prostate- Psoriasis- Rash- Shingles- Skin Conditions- Skin Ulcers- Sore Throat- Tetters- Urinary Tract Problems- Venereal Disease- Viral Conditions Infections- Wounds- Yeast Infections- Continue Reading →

Damiana

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Decoction 1 or 2 teaspoons per cup, simmer 10 to 12 minutes covered, 1 to 3 cups per day Tincture 10 to 30 drops, 1 to 3 times per day Arthritis, Backache, Bruises, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Cholesterol High, Cirrhosis of the Liver, Gall Bladder, Gas Flatulence, Genito-Urinary Ailments, GERD, Gout, Inflammation, Insect Bites Stings, Joint Pain, Lack of Appetite, Liver, Menstrual Problems, Muscle Cramps Spasms, Muscle Soreness, Nausea, Obesity, Pain, Poor Circulation, Sciatica, Ulcers, Urinary Tract Problems, Venereal Disease, Vomiting The Benefit of using Curcumin and Turmeric Root as a natural cure But SKY says no contraindications during pregnancy or lactation (SKY). Not recommended for teething babies. Because of coumarin content, may interfere with anticoagulant therapy (CAN). Obesity : Lemon, grapefruit, orange, cherry, pineapple, papaya, tomato, beet, cabbage, lettuce, spinach and carrot. µg/ml) and the associated inhibition of resorption of serotonin into the cell, and block MAO-A and B in vitro and ex vivo, and hypericin raises levels of melatonin, all factors that may contribute to antidepressant activity. No statistical evidence was shown in the antiinflammatory activity of the extract and hydrocortisone ( QRNM, 1997:292). With rats the IC50 was only 6.2 Arthritis- Backache- Bruises- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome- Cholesterol High- Cirrhosis of the Liver- Gall Bladder- Gas Flatulence- Genito-Urinary Ailments- GERD- Gout- Inflammation- Insect Bites Stings- Joint Pain- Lack of Appetite- Liver- Menstrual Problems- Muscle Cramps Spasms- Muscle Soreness- Nausea- Obesity- Pain- Poor Circulation- Sciatica- Ulcers- Urinary Tract Problems- Venereal Disease- Vomiting- Adults: 5 drops in a bath; 2-3 drops on a pillow; 1-2 drops in a vaporiser; or 1 cup of lavender tea (use 1 teaspoon of herbs per cup of water). Continue Reading →

Dandelion Root

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Dosages (Yellow Toadflax) – 1.5 g herb/cup (HHB); 1-2 tsp (1.3-2.6 g) in herb infusion (MAD); 1-2 tsp drug/2-4 cups water, steep 18 minutes, drink throughout the day (PH2); externally as poultice (PH2). Cirrhosis of the Liver, Gallbladder, Indigestion, Kidney Stones, Liver, Menstruation, Nausea, Pms, Skin Issues, Water Retention The Benefit of using Dandelion as a natural cure By 1980 investigators suspected a link between serotonin and eating disorders. This suspicion was confirmed with the discovery that the Serotonin reuptake inhibitor fluoxetine (Prozac) sometimes produced a side effect of weight loss. Later studies showed that Serotonin-enhancing drugs helped overeaters reduce snacking and lose weight; now the SSRis are being increasingly prescribed to suppress appetite in people who want to lose weight. For example, amyloid beta protein, which strangles brain cells in Alzheimer’s disease, releases large numbers of free radicals that injure brain cells, according to research by Ashley I. Bush, M.D., Ph.D., a neu-rology researcher at Harvard Medical School. In an experiment with brain cells from rats, Allan Butterfield, Ph.D., a professor of chemistry at the University of Kentucky, Lexington, found that vitamin E prevented the formation of free radicals in brain cells and protected them from the toxic effects of amyloid beta protein. The benefits of vitamin E were demonstrated by Mary Sano, Ph.D., of Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, in a study of 342 patients with advanced Alzheimer’s disease. Some of the patients received 2,000 IU of vitamin E is considered the house of the emotions. When emotions run high, a person feels constrained or internalized, which creates a physical burden on the liver. Blue vervain is also helpful for head-aches and neck pain caused by extreme tension. Eases hot flashes and PMS Blue vervain has been used for centuries as an excellent women’s herb. ose su?ering from hot flashes will benefit from its cooling astringent properties. It can help balance progesterone levels, which typically drive PMS-C (premenstrual syndrome cravings disorder). Cirrhosis of the Liver- Gallbladder- Indigestion- Kidney Stones- Liver- Menstruation- Nausea- Pms- Skin Issues- Water Retention- Do not exceed recommended dose. Alcoholic extracts contraindicated in pregnancy (AHP). “Hazards and/or side effects not known for proper therapeutic dosages” (PH2). Commission E reports for oral use of leaf, contraindications: pregnancy (EO/alcoholic extracts); adverse effects: prolonged use of EO/alcoholic extracts may produce epileptiform cramps. Other sources report leaf, as herbal tea, should not be used for prolonged period (AEH). “Contraindicated in pregnancy. May interfere with anticonvulsant and hypoglycemic therapies; may potentiate or synergize other sedatives. Continue Reading →

Comfrey

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IN the beginning of the treatment, it would be advisable to raise the head end of the bed by placing bricks below the legs of the bed. This will prevent the regurgitation of food during the night. More pillow can also be used for the same purpose. Bronchitis, Coughs, Emphysema, Lungs, Tuberculosis The Benefit of using Coltsfoot as a natural cure provided no additional benefits. However, 15 percent of the people taking antioxidants alone (no antibiotics) were cured of their H. pylori infection. Camphor, derived from the camphor tree, causes dilation of the capillaries and increases blood circulation. The best overall treatment is onion syrup, but you may need other syrups as well. Herbal syrups are very pure – they contain only herbs and sugar or honey – and therefore they do not cause drowsiness. They work by reducing irritation in the airways as well as by having a mild disinfectant action. You may need to approach your local herbalist if you want to keep any of them in stock, or make your own. Bronchitis- Coughs- Emphysema- Lungs- Tuberculosis- Extracts (Lemonbalm) – Hot water extracts have antiviral properties. Creams containing extracts proven effective for cutaneous lesions of the Herpes simplex virus (antiviral activity confirmed in vitro and via clinical trials). Aqueous extracts inhibit cell division of tumor cells; tannin-free extracts inhibit protein synthesis in cell-free systems of rat liver (PNC). “Spirits of Melissa” demonstrated effective in psychiatric disorders (dystonia, headache, hyperexcitability, palpitation, restlessness) (PNC). Recent British studies indicate that extracts inhibit breakdown of acetylcholine in human brain cell cultures (Perry et al.). Constituents block attachment to thyroid cells of the antibodies that cause Graves disease; the brain’s signal to the thyroid (TSH) is blocked from further overstimulating the thyroid (SKY). Whole EO is more spasmolytic than isolated ingredients; neral and L Continue Reading →

Cleavers

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Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects (Plantain) – Class 1 (AHP). Not covered (PH2). CAN cautions that a mustard-like oil is allergenic, irritant, and can cause dermatosis. Because of laxative and uterine activity, in vitro, its use in pregnancy and lactation is to be avoided (CAN). Itching The Benefit of using Clay as a natural cure Frankincense is a resin that is exuded from trees found in Africa and the Middle East. Although some forms are edible, it is not usually used in cooking. Hormonal imbalances can be set right by practicing yogic exercise. Yogic asanas such as sarvangasana, vajrasana, bhujan-gasana, shalabhsana, dhanurasana, paschimottashana, and trikonasana are especially useful in improving thyroid, pituitary, adrenal and gonaidal endocrine functions and should be practised regularly by women who suffer from imbalances of this sort, upto the first two months of pregnancy. In addition, the glucomannan swells in the gut, or wherever it contacts water, sometimes absorbing 60 times its weight in water. Hence, it is often recommended, perhaps too enthusiastically, for constipation, high cholesterol, and obesity. According to APA, in one study of 20 obese patients, those who took 2 capsules of 500 mg of purified glucomannan, 60 minutes before meals, lost an average 5.5 pounds after 8 weeks, cf. 1.5 pounds for placebo patients. In another study, total cholesterol fell some 10% in 63 men taking 3900 mg glucomannan for 4 weeks, in a double-blind crossover trial. Itching- Activities (Japanese Honeysuckle) – Antibacterial ; Antidote ; Antiinflammatory ; Antimutagenic ; Antipyretic ; Antiseptic ; Antispasmodic ; Antituberculic ; Antitumor ; Antiulcer ; Antiviral ; Astringent ; Detoxicant ; Diuretic ; Fungicide ; Hyperglycemic ; Hypocholesterolemic ; Hypoglycemic ; Immunostimulant ; Insecticide ; Phagocytotic ; Stomachic . Continue Reading →

Cocoa

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In many ways, The Inflammation Syndrome expands on the concepts described in my previous book Syndrome X: The Complete Nutritional Program to Prevent and Reverse Insulin Resistance. Far more than genes, poor eating habits are at the core of most modern degenerative disorders, including chronic inflammation. The Inflammation Syndrome is supported by hundreds of scientific studies and by successful clinical experiences, many of which you will read. Some of my scientific references are at the back of this book, and I encourage you to share all of them with your physician. Asthma, Backache, Gas Flatulence, Halitosis, Herpes, Nausea, Pain, Sciatica, Viral Conditions Infections, Worms The Benefit of using Cloves as a natural cure Uric stones occur in patients who have an increased uric acid in the blood and increased uric acid exertion in the urine. Since uric acid is an end product of purine metabolism, foods with a high purine content such as sweet bread, liver and kidney should be avoided. Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects (Sweet Goldenrod) – Not covered (AHP; PH2). Might share the same contraindications as the other Solidagos. To be avoided by those with chronic nephrosis. May cause allergic reactions (FAD). Exposure to exorphins, which are the artificial counterparts of endorphins    that humans naturally produce Asthma- Backache- Gas Flatulence- Halitosis- Herpes- Nausea- Pain- Sciatica- Viral Conditions Infections- Worms- The manipulation of the large intestine should begin on the right side. Keep it going upwards and across the transverse colon and move right down on the left side to the signoid flexure and rectum. Circular kneading should be done with the help of the three middle fingers. At the same time press into the contents of the abdomen, following the course of the larger colon with a crawling motion. Keep kneading by means of a few circular movements in one spot with the help of finger tips. Keep moving the fingers a little further along. Knead repeatedly. Use knuckles of the hand to make deep pressure along the large colon, moving the hands along after each pressure. Continue Reading →

Chickweed

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Poor lifestyle habits – such as smoking and a bad diet – can also cause acid reflux. A number of medications have been known to actually increase the production of gastric acid in the stomach or damage the esophagus. Lactation, Menopause, Menstrual Cramps, Menstrual Problems, Muscle Cramps Spasms, Muscle Soreness, Night Sweats, PMS, Premenstrual Syndrome, Water Retention The Benefit of using Chasteberry as a natural cure is liniment will greatly excite the skin and tissues to release muscle tension and move blood stagna-tion that is causing pain. Symptoms of chronic intoxication (from HCN, cyanogenic foods, or drugs such as laetrile) include ataxia, blindness, cretinism, goiter, hypertonia, increased blood thiocyanate, lesions of the optic nerve, mental retardation, and thyroid cancer. Demyelinating lesions and other neu-romyopathies may occur secondary to chronic cyanide exposure, including long-term laetrile therapy. Agranulocytosis has also been attributed to long-term laetrile therapy. Laetrile, spelled with capital L, signifies a synthetic patented in 1961 but never sold in the U.S. Spelled with a small l, laetrile is, for lay purposes, synonymous with amygdalin. After making this distinction, APA spells it with small l, except of course, at the beginning of a sentence, when they say, Lactation- Menopause- Menstrual Cramps- Menstrual Problems- Muscle Cramps Spasms- Muscle Soreness- Night Sweats- PMS- Premenstrual Syndrome- Water Retention- Continue Reading →

Chlorella

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Dosages (Horseradish Tree) – 1 tsp root bark tincture in syrup every 3 hours for malaria and nephrosis (JFM). Cirrhosis of the Liver, Diarrhea, Jaundice, Liver The Benefit of using Chinese Rhubarb Root as a natural cure Activities (Wild Dagga) – Analgesic ; Diuretic ; Emetic ; Emmenagogue ; Euphoriant ; Hallucinogen ; Intoxicant ; Laxative ; Narcotic ; Tonic ; Vermifuge . As the disease progresses there is distension of the stomach due to excessive flatulence, besides mental tension, insomnia and a gradual weakening of the body. It may also cause constipation with occasional blood in the stools. If an ulcer bleeds slowly, there is anaemia. Typhus ; Ulcer ; Uterosis ; UTI ; Vaginosis ; VD ; Wart ; Water Retention ; Wound ; Yeast . (Not reported in Commission E; KOM.) Dosages (Goldenseal) – 0.5-1.2 g root (AHP; PNC); 0.5-1 g root, or in tea, 3 ×/day (CAN); 1 Cirrhosis of the Liver- Diarrhea- Jaundice- Liver- There is some evidence that cysteine ( not to be confused with cystine) has certain therapeutic value as a nutritional supplement. Dr. H. Ghadimi, chairman of the nutrition committee at Nassau country, ( New York) medical centre uses cysteine supplements to treat his patients suffering from obesity. He considers that there is link between obesity and over-production of insulin and that cysteine supplements taken along with vitamin C at the end of the meals somehow neutralises some of the excess insulin, which is responsible for fat production. He regards this amino acid as ‘ anti-cancer and anti-ageing’ and claims that like vitamin C, cysteine protects the body from damage by oxidants. Continue Reading →

Chamomile

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HH2); Diarrhea ; Dropsy ; Dyslactea ; Dyspepsia ; Dystonia ; Edema ; Elephantiasis ; Enterosis ; Epilepsy ; Erysipelas ; Escherichia ; Fever ; Flu ; Fungus ; Furuncle ; Gas ; Gingivosis ; Gonorrhea ; Gout ; Guinea Worm ; Lack of Appetite The Benefit of using Centaury as a natural cure The active components of chamomile include blue azulene (an essential oil), glycosides (carbohydrate-based compounds found in many medicinal plants), and many acids and esters. It is also rich in antioxidants. In an unpublished study allergist Holger Biltz, M.D., of Bad Honnef, Germany, reported that a chamomile-containing cream reduced reddening after UV exposure, and reduced skin roughness. Gastrosis ; Gingivosis ; Goiter ; Gravel ; Headache ; Hematochezia ; Hematoptysis ; Most cordials range from 17 to 30 percent alcohol by volume, but they can include up to 50 percent alcohol, depending on the alcohol you use. Brandy is traditionally used, because its warm fla-vor harmonizes with most other flavors. Tequila, vodka, gin, pure grain alcohol, rum, whiskey, wine, and port are also good options. Just keep in mind that the better the quality of the alcohol, the better the end result. Lack of Appetite- Continue Reading →

Cats Claw

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Conjunctivosis ; Constipation ; Cough ; Cramp ; Dementia ; Dentition ; Dermatosis ; Anxiety, Chronic Dizziness, Colic, Dyspepsia, Fever, Gall Bladder, Gas Flatulence, Gastritis, Headache, Hives, Indigestion, Insomnia, Lack of Appetite, Migraine Headaches, Motion Sickness, Nervous Conditions, Poor Digestion, Restlessness, Stomach Upset, Tension, Upset Stomach, Vertigo The Benefit of using Catnip as a natural cure Erect stems, 2 to 6 feet. in leaves are serrated and arranged in whorls of three to seven. Small, white to pale blue flowers grow in slender raceme spikes, midsummer to early fall. Widely natural-ized, grows in low ground, thickets, and moist meadows, but is threatened or endangered in some areas. Drought-tolerant perennial. Propagate by dividing rhizomes or tubers in fall. Grow in mildly alkaline soil, full sun to part shade. Zones 3-8. Activities (Perilla) – Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor ; Allergenic ; Analgesic ; Antibacterial ; Anticancer ; Antidote ; Antidote, crab ; Antidote, fish ; Antimelanomic ; Antinephrotic ; Antioxidant ; Antiproliferant ; Antipyretic ; Antiseptic ; Antispasmodic ; Antitussive ; Antiulcer ; Carminative Black raisins are also useful for restoration of sexual vigour. They should be boiled with milk after washing them thoroughly in tepid water. This will make them swollen and sweet. Eating of such raisins should be followed by the use of milk. Starting with 30 grams of raising with 200 ml. Anxiety- Chronic Dizziness- Colic- Dyspepsia- Fever- Gall Bladder- Gas Flatulence- Gastritis- Headache- Hives- Indigestion- Insomnia- Lack of Appetite- Migraine Headaches- Motion Sickness- Nervous Conditions- Poor Digestion- Restlessness- Stomach Upset- Tension- Upset Stomach- Vertigo- Researchers at the Johns Hopkins University School of Hygiene and Public Health have found that persons who have a history of dysphoria (two weeks of profound sadness), or who have had a major depressive episode, increase their chances of having another heart attack more than four times. This risk was independent of other typical risk factors for heart disease, leading one researcher to comment: “It seems likely that people with heart disease may benefit as much from an antidepressant as from an anti-cholesterol agent.” Continue Reading →

Calendula

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After an evaluation, Lieberman suspected that gluten intolerance was at the core of Roberta’s problems and that dairy was likely a contributing factor. In gluten-sensitive people this protein triggers an autoimmune reaction that often leads to wide-ranging food sensitivities. Roberta was also under considerable stress related to family issues, and Lieberman made a referral to help Roberta cope with these problems. Prostate The Benefit of using Cabbage as a natural cure 1. The older adult experiences numerous brief arousals during the night. In men, this is partly due to the need to evacuate the bladder, especially if the person has benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH), or enlargement of the prostate gland. Diaphoretic ; Diuretic ; Mydriatic ; Myodepressant ; Respirastimulant ; Stomachic ; Tonic ; Uterocontractant ; Vasoconstrictor . Indications (Black Dot) – Alcoholism ; Ameba ; Anxiety ; Arthrosis ; Asthma ; Atherosclerosis ; Backache ; Bacteria ; Biliousness ; Bite ; BPH ; Bronchosis ; Callus ; Cancer ; Cancer, uterus ; Cardiopathy ; Caries ; Prostate- M E D I C I N E C A B I N E T Infusion 2 or 3 teaspoons per cup, steep 5 to 8 minutes, 1 to 3 cups per day Poultice Apply as needed Tincture 5 to 60 drops, 1 to 3 times per day, or externally as needed Continue Reading →

Butterbur

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Abortifacient (AHP). Bravely, Commission E says no known side effects or contraindications (KOM). A rather heroic herb I do not recommend, like CAN which says, “broom is not suitable for self medication.” Containing tyramine, it should not be used with MAOIs (KOM). Commission E reports flower contains only low level of alkaloids (major alkaloid sparteine), so that toxic alkaloidal effects should not be expected. Contraindications: hypertension; Interactions: MAOIs (the flower may contain more than 2% of tyramine). And as early as 1938, it was contraindicated in acute nephropathy (MAD). Sparteine was reported as a cardiac depressant (CAN). Also contraindicated in cardiopathy and high blood pressure. Contraindicated during pregnancy (AEH). Because sparteine is oxytocic, its use in pregnancy and lactation is to be avoided (CAN). Cardiovascular, Heart Disease, Itching, Poor Circulation, Swollen Feet, Water Retention The Benefit of using Butchers Broom as a natural cure Dosages (Sweet Broom) – Handful of plant boiled in 1 liter of water for 15 minutes for refresh-ment; 2-4 handfuls for bathing deformed babies. Cardioactive herbs can have a dramatic e?ect on the heart, often increasing the e?ciency of heart muscles without increasing their need for oxygen. As heart disease worsens, the heart’s ability to maintain normal circulation decreases. Cardioactive herbs help circulation and stimulate urine production, which lowers blood volume, lessening the load on the heart. e presence of glycosides in these herbs enables the heart to increase contractibility and pump more blood throughout the body. e downside to cardiac glycosides, however, is that they are often toxic, and because of this, foxglove and some other herbs are no longer available for general consumption. Cardioactive herbs include lily of the valley, purple foxglove, Scotch broom, and squill. Dosages (Dyer’s Broom) – 2 tsp/day in hot tea (MAD); 1 tsp herb/cup, 1-2 cups/day (PHR; PH2); tinctures used for gravel and stone (MAD). Cardiovascular- Heart Disease- Itching- Poor Circulation- Swollen Feet- Water Retention- Activities (Sweet Broom) – Abortifacient ; Analgesic ; Antiherpetic ; Antiplaque ; Antipyretic ; Antiseptic ; Antitumor ; Antiulcer ; Antiviral ; Aphrodisiac ; Astringent ; Beta-Glucuronidase Inhibitor ; Contraceptive ; Cytotoxic ; Depurative ; Diaphoretic ; Emetic ; Emollient ; Gastroprotective ; Mutagenic ; Orexigenic ; Pediculicide ; Pulicide ; Sympathomimetic ; Tonic ; Vulnerary . Continue Reading →

Bugleweed

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Indications (Black Locust) – Ameba ; Catarrh ; Constipation ; Cough ; Cramp ; Dyspepsia ; Fever ; Flu ; Gastrosis ; Gout ; Headache ; Hyperacidity ; Insomnia ; Leukorrhea ; Nervousness ; Neuralgia ; Ophthalmia ; Pain ; Rheumatism ; Spasm ; Toothache ; Ulcer ; Virus ; Water Retention . Cystitis, Genito-Urinary Ailments, Urinary Tract Problems, Venereal Disease The Benefit of using Buchu Leaf as a natural cure The kidneys play an important role in controlling blood pressure through secretion of rennin, a natural chemical. If increased rennin is secreted by the kidneys, more salts are retained in the body, which leads to an increase in the volume of circulating blood and consequently to an increase in the blood pressure. Repeated infections and inflammation in the kidneys can also give rise to hypertension. Cystitis- Genito-Urinary Ailments- Urinary Tract Problems- Venereal Disease- Continue Reading →

Burdock Root

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The end result is a diet high in pro-inflammatory fats, devoid of anti-inflammatory fats, and nearly empty of anti-inflammatory antioxidants. Allergies, Anal Fissures, Arthritis, Backache, Eyes, Fever, Gall Bladder, Hemorrhoids, Herpes, Inflammation, Joint Pain, Piles, PMS, Poor Circulation, Sciatica, Viral Conditions Infections, Water Retention The Benefit of using Bupleurum Root as a natural cure The term ‘ mineals ‘ refers to elements in their simple inorganic form. In nutrition they are commonly referred to as mineral elements or inorganic nutrients. Dosages (John Charles) – Handful of root and/or leaf boiled 10 minutes in 3 cups water, drink 1 cup warm before each meal (AAB). Allergies- Anal Fissures- Arthritis- Backache- Eyes- Fever- Gall Bladder- Hemorrhoids- Herpes- Inflammation- Joint Pain- Piles- PMS- Poor Circulation- Sciatica- Viral Conditions Infections- Water Retention- Continue Reading →

Blue Flag

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Synonyms: Biota orientalis, Retinispora juniperoides Carriere, Thuja orientalis L., Thuja orientalis f. juniperoides (Carriere) Asch. & Graebn., T. orientalis var. aurea (Carriere) Rehder. Constipation, Gall Bladder, Jaundice, Underactive Thyroid The Benefit of using Blue Flag as a natural cure Taxonomists sometimes have trouble distinguishing M. cerifera L. , M. gale L. , and M. pensylvanica Mirb., so I suspect the herbalists and collectors may mix them on occasion. Rafinesque, an eccentric MD, circa 1839, said that all species were equivalent from the medicinal point of view (CEB). The cayenne pepper is a bright red pepper that is dried and ground into powder for cooking. While it is native to tropical regions, its popularity has caused it to be cultivated in gardens wherever it can be coaxed to grow. Warning: Not recommended for people with low blood pressure. Not always compatible with heart medication. Constipation- Gall Bladder- Jaundice- Underactive Thyroid- In this bonus chapter we tell you about the 60 best alkalizing foods that you should aim to have in your diet for an alkalizing and healthy life and to reduce or prevent acid reflux. Continue Reading →

Bladderwrack

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Arthritis, Diarrhea, Fatigue, GERD, Inflammation, Joint Pain, Obesity, Ulcers, Underactive Thyroid The Benefit of using Bladderwrack as a natural cure Arthritis- Diarrhea- Fatigue- GERD- Inflammation- Joint Pain- Obesity- Ulcers- Underactive Thyroid- Continue Reading →

Borage

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Single, erect, simple stems, 12 to 24 inches. Upper side of large ovate leaves are blue-green. Multiple white flowers appear early summer to midsummer on a terminal cylindrical spike. Grows in the lower parts of mountain ranges. Harvest roots in early autumn. Divide clumps in early spring for transplanting. Grow in moist soil that does not dry out, full sun to part shade. Zones 3-9. Hepatitis The Benefit of using Blue-Green Algae as a natural cure copene, found in vegetables and fruit, can ease asthmatic reactions. Ami Ben-Amotz, Ph.D., of Israel’s National Institute of Oceanography, and his colleagues measured lung function in thirty-eight people with asthma, then asked them to run on a treadmill. The subjects had an average decrease of at least 15 percent in their lung function. Next, Ben-Amotz gave them 64 mg of natural beta-carotene (derived from Dunaliella algae) daily for seven days. After taking the supplements (equivalent to about 100,000 IU daily), they went back on the treadmill. This time, twenty (53 The diet of the patient suffering from glaucoma should be based on three basic food groups,namely, seeds, nuts and grains ; vegetables and fruit, with emphasis on raw vitamin C-rich foods, fresh fruits and vegetables. The breakfast may consist of oranges or grapes or any other juicy fruits in season and a handful of raw nuts or seeds. A raw vegetable salad with olive Hepatitis- Continue Reading →

Black Cohosh

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Tincture 1 to 4 dropperfuls per day, not to be consumed long-term. For warts, cover with tincture 2 times per day until gone. Arthritis, Blood Pressure, Excessive Menstruation, Frigidity, Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure, Hot Flashes, Hypertension, Impaired Sexual Desire, Menopause, Menstruation, Night Sweats The Benefit of using Black Cohosh as a natural cure Certain remedies have been found highly beneficial in the treatment of neuritis. One such remedy is soyabean milk. A cupful of soyabean milk mixed with a teaspoonful of honey should be taken every night in this condition. It tones up the nervous system due to its rich concentration of lecithin, vitamin B1 and glutanic acid. Soyabean milk is prepared by soaking the beans in water for about 12 hours. The skin of the beans is then removed and after a thorough wash, they are turned into a fine paste in a grinding machine. The paste is mixed with water, three times its quantity. The milk should then be boiled on a slow fire, stirring it frequently. After it becomes little cooler, it should be strained through a cheese cloth and sugar added. Like a fish that does not realize it is living in polluted waters, many people with asthma and many allergists don’t understand that they are essentially swimming in a polluted diet. The modern diet, which is high in pro-inflammatory omega-6 and trans fatty acids and low in antioxidants, sets the stage for asthmatic reactions. In effect, asthma is one of many diseases of modern civilization and modern eating habits. Although vitamin C became controversial after Nobel laureate Linus Pauling, Ph.D., recommended supplements to treat the common cold and influenza, the vitamin has many varied and essential roles in maintaining health. Arthritis- Blood Pressure- Excessive Menstruation- Frigidity- Heart Disease- High Blood Pressure- Hot Flashes- Hypertension- Impaired Sexual Desire- Menopause- Menstruation- Night Sweats- Activities (Orange) – Antibilious ; Anticancer ; Antigastric ; Antihistaminic ; Antihomocysteine ; Antiinflammatory ; Antioxidant ; Antiseptic ; Antispasmodic ; Antitussive ; Antiulcer ; Antiviral ; Cardioprotective ; Carminative ; Depurative ; Diaphoretic ; Digestive ; Gastrostimulant Continue Reading →

Bayberry

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The formation of stones in the kidneys is the result of defects in the general metabolism. They usually occur when the urine becomes highly concentrated due to heavy perspiration or insufficient intake of fluids. They are aggravated by a sedentary lifestyle. The other causes are wrong diet, excess intake of acid-forming foods, white flour and sugar products, meat, tea, coffee, condiments and spices, rich foods and overeating. Lack of vitamin A and an excessive intake of vitamin B may also lead to formation of stones. Fever, Halitosis The Benefit of using Bayberry as a natural cure Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects (Wormwood) – Class 2b, 2d (AHP). Emmenagogue and uterotonic. Not for prolonged use. Do not exceed recommended dose (AHP). Do not use more than 4 consecutive weeks (SKY). None known (KOM). Contraindications of GI ulcer. In this chapter we have explored a variety of vitamins, vitaminlike nutrients, and herbs that have documented anti-inflammatory and healing properties. These nutrients and herbs should be added to the core Anti-Inflammation Syndrome Diet Plan and supplement recommendations, but obviously you cannot take or use all of them all the time. In the next section we will focus on preventing and reversing some of the most common inflammatory disorders. Finally, magnesium deficiencies can contribute to acidic states, leading to hyperventilation. Unfortunately, hyperventilation also leads to increased magnesium excretion, which is a vicious cycle. Reportedly, for many people supplemental magnesium can be helpful initially. As the breath normalizes, the need for supplemental magnesium will decrease, since the body won’t be excreting so much. Most people find that chelated magnesium as magnesium citrate, malate, or glycinate is best tolerated. Do not take too much because excess magnesium will cause gastrointestinal upset and a laxative effect. Some people also report that soaking in Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate) baths is helpful as a way to absorb magnesium, and it may be better tolerated if oral supplementation is too laxative. Fever- Halitosis- Vigirous exercise of any kind should not be taken for an hour and a half after eating, nor immediately before meals. Weak patients and those suffering from serious diseases like cancer, heart trouble, tuberculosis and asthama should not undertake vigious exercise except under the supervision of a competent physician. If exercising makes you tired, stop immediately . The purpose of exercise should be to make you feel refreshed and relaxed and not tired. Continue Reading →

Bay Leaf

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Most diseases of the human body are caused by auto-intoxication or self-poisoning. The flesh of animals increases the burden of the organs of elimination and overloads the system with animal waste matter and poisons. Chemical analysis has proved that uric acid and other uremic poisons Headache, Indigestion, Lack of Appetite, Migraine Headaches, Poor Digestion, Stomach Upset, Upset Stomach The Benefit of using Bay Leaf as a natural cure appropriate herb to treat an illness, he could go to a house where rosemary grew, knowing this would be the place to get herbal information. Much like the telling of any good story, herbal remedies were shared when knowledge was passed from genera-tion to generation. Many of our grandmothers, in fact, cooked up herbal concoctions and stored them in the cupboard. At some point, as the era of modern medicine ascended, herbal remedies began to be mistrusted as inferior medicine-not because they were harmful or dangerous, but because they were considered inferior to the new synthetic medications. Exercise Team sports, tennis, golf, hiking, bodybuilding, swimming, and gardening are all activities that fit into this category. Headache- Indigestion- Lack of Appetite- Migraine Headaches- Poor Digestion- Stomach Upset- Upset Stomach- Continue Reading →

Bitter Melon

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e skin’s condition is a true reflection of gastrointestinal health. Skin is clear of acne when the gastrointestinal tract is functioning optimally. Bowel toxicity results from improper diet choices as well as stress or chronic inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract. I prescribe healing demul-cents (such as marshmallow, licorice, fennel, and slippery elm) and carminatives (such as winter-green, cumin, and ginger) to calm irritated tissues and help improve overall absorption. If you su?er from acne, consider examining your diet and using the anti- inflammatory dietary guidelines in this book for a comprehensive approach to dealing with the problem. Diabetes The Benefit of using Bitter Melon as a natural cure tone weak bladder tissues and relaxes bladder tension, enabling more control over bladder function. Its astringent nature is helpful through-out the body where tone is lacking (such as stretched ligaments that do not properly hold bones in place). There may be a need to reduce insulin dosage in insulin-dependent diabetes (KOM). If swallowed dry, psyllium can cause esophageal obstruction and flatulence (CAN). “Ispaghula husk depressed the growth of chickens by 15% when added to their diet at 2%.” By speeding transit time, bulk laxatives can lower absorption of some drugs. Wow! “Ispaghula may be used during pregnancy and lactation” (CAN). Alcoholic extract is hypotensive in small doses, hypertensive in large P Symbolic of heat, fire and anger. It is a stimulating and energising colour. It stimulates arterial blood and brings warmth to cool extremities. Used as a general tonic, it is very valuable in the treatment of diseases like low blood pressure, rheumatism, paralysis, anaemia and advanced cases of tuber- culosis. Diabetes- Continue Reading →

Bilberry

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is as the bricks and mortar of cartilage. Chondroitin typically refers to a group of chemical compounds called glycosaminoglycans, which form cartilage. These compounds are produced by cartilage cells called chondrocytes. Glucosamine stimulates the conversion of glycosaminoglycans to proteoglycans, which give cartilage its resiliency. Vitamin C is involved in some of the chemical reactions that form cartilage. That’s about as technical as this chapter will get. Anaemia, Anemia, Cancer, Diarrhea, Poor Circulation, Varicosities, Water Retention The Benefit of using Bilberry as a natural cure us together, and supplements can help reinforce our health, slowing the breakdown of many tissues from age and injury. Activities (Capsicum) – Analgesic ; Anesthetic ; Antiaggregant ; Antibacterial ; Anticancer ; Antidote ; Antiinflammatory ; Antiischemic ; Antinitrosaminic ; Antioxidant ; Antipsoriatic ; Antipyretic ; C Activities (Slash Pine) – Analgesic ; Antiseptic ; Expectorant ; Insectifuge . Anaemia- Anemia- Cancer- Diarrhea- Poor Circulation- Varicosities- Water Retention- Joan’s psoriasis improved over the next several months. After four months she was pleased to report to Huemer that her friends told her she no longer had any signs of psoriasis. Continue Reading →

Bay

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The formation of stones in the kidneys is the result of defects in the general metabolism. They usually occur when the urine becomes highly concentrated due to heavy perspiration or insufficient intake of fluids. They are aggravated by a sedentary lifestyle. The other causes are wrong diet, excess intake of acid-forming foods, white flour and sugar products, meat, tea, coffee, condiments and spices, rich foods and overeating. Lack of vitamin A and an excessive intake of vitamin B may also lead to formation of stones. Pain The Benefit of using Bay as a natural cure Because of estrogenic activity and reputed abortifacient activity, its use in pregnancy and lactation is to be avoided (CAN; WAM). “In India, licorice has been used as a sweetener, aphrodisiac, emmenagogue, and galactagogue” (PED). Many physicians have found quercetin supplements, 300 to 500 mg daily, helpful in treating pollen allergies, but there is a catch. Quercetin supplements have failed to pass the Ames test for mutagenicity, which means they cause breaks in genetic material and conceivably could increase the risk of cancer. In practical terms this risk may be remote because fruits and vegetables supply many nutrients that enhance the body’s repair mechanisms. But still, there is something troubling about taking a potential carcinogen to treat inflammation or allergies. Only one form of quercetin has passed the Ames test. That is quercetin chalcone, made by Thorne Research (208-263-1337). Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects (Wormwood) – Class 2b, 2d (AHP). Emmenagogue and uterotonic. Not for prolonged use. Do not exceed recommended dose (AHP). Do not use more than 4 consecutive weeks (SKY). None known (KOM). Contraindications of GI ulcer. Pain- In this chapter we have explored a variety of vitamins, vitaminlike nutrients, and herbs that have documented anti-inflammatory and healing properties. These nutrients and herbs should be added to the core Anti-Inflammation Syndrome Diet Plan and supplement recommendations, but obviously you cannot take or use all of them all the time. In the next section we will focus on preventing and reversing some of the most common inflammatory disorders. Continue Reading →

Astragalus

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In addition, it might be helpful to take vitamin D (400 to 800 IU daily) supplements. Researchers at the University of Utrecht, Netherlands, reported that vitamin D deficiency is common among patients with lupus, either because they spend little time in the sun or because of how some medications interfere with the vitamin. Infection, Tonsillitis The Benefit of using Astragalus as a natural cure People with arthritis have low levels of numerous other nutrients, such as vitamins B and B , folic acid, calcium, and zinc. Deficiencies of 2 Infection- Tonsillitis- Continue Reading →

Aloe

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Both dandelion root and leaves are used medicinally, but for digestive complaints the root is the part you need. Dandelion root stimulates the liver to produce more bile, which in turn means better digestion of fatty food. If you find that fatty food, such as bacon or full-fat cheese, makes you feel heavy and bloated, then taking dandelion will help. Of course, fatty food is not good for us and it is best to avoid it; nevertheless you should be able to digest such food without trouble; if you don’t, then your liver may be a bit sluggish. Acne, Burns, Immune System, Indigestion, Itching, Skin Issues, Ulcers The Benefit of using Aloe as a natural cure Indications (Basil) – Acne ; Acrochordon ; Aging ; Alcoholism ; Alzheimer’s ; Amenorrhea ; Anasarca ; Anorexia ; Aphtha ; Arthrosis ; Asthma ; Bacteria ; Bleeding ; Boredom ; Bronchosis ; Bruise ; Cancer ; Cancer, diaphragm ; Cancer, eye ; Cancer, liver ; Cancer, spleen ; Cancer, stomach ; Candida ; Cardiopathy ; Cataract ; Catarrh ; Childbirth ; Chill ; Cholera ; Cold ; Colic ; Collapse ; Conjunctivosis ; Constipation ; Contusion ; Convulsion ; Cough ; Cramp ; Croup ; Deafness ; Delirium ; Depression ; Dermatosis ; Diarrhea ; Dropsy ; Dysentery ; Dysmenorrhea ; Dyspepsia (f; APA; Antimicrobial activity against Proteus vulgaris, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Staphylococcus aureus. Mucilage can protect irritated mucous membranes and digestive, respiratory, and urinary tract as well as skin (SKY). Did not show antiedemic or antiinflammatory activity in carrageenan tests (CAN). Chamomile ( Matricaria species) was used as an herbal remedy by the ancient Egyptians and Romans, and the herb’s mild-flavored tea has been recommended for menstrual cramps, stomach pain, indigestion, and fever. The tea, made with a tiny bit of honey, is excellent for treating an upset stomach. Used topically, chamomile poultices, lotions, and creams can have cosmetic and dermatologic benefits as well. Acne- Burns- Immune System- Indigestion- Itching- Skin Issues- Ulcers- Dosages (Indian Sarsaparilla) – 1-4 g powdered root (KAP); 28-56 ml root decoction ; 3-6 ml (1:2) extract/day (KEB). Continue Reading →