ALOE
Aloe vera
Apply the clear gel of
the plant to Burns, sunburn, skin irritation |
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ANISE
SEED
Pimpinella ansisum
Used for relief of nausea.
Excellent for morning sickness – keep 4-5 seeds in the mouth at all
times |
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ARNICA
Arnica montana
The tincture is excellent
for bruises, sore muscles and joints, and sprains. Only to be used
externally.
Poisonous if taken internally |
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BLACK
COHASH
Cimicifuga
racemosa
The
root of the plant is widely used as a treatment alternative to Estrogen
Replacement Therapy for menopausal symptoms, Has a mild estrogenic
effect.
Also used for dysmenorrhea (painful periods) |
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CASCARA
SAGRADA
Rhamnus
purshiana
Bark
is used a a natural laxative. Can be used daily without addiction
for chronic constipation. |
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CHAMOMILE
Anthemis nobilis
Used as a tea for nausea,
heartburn, colic, indigestion. Mild Sedative, Relaxant, Anti-spasmodic
, Anti-septic, anti-inflammatory, pain relieving, and tension reducing
properties. |
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COMFREY
Symphytum officinale
Used as a poultice for
sever skin sores such as diabetic ulcers, bedsores, bite of the brown
spider,
and staph infections. Peroxide can be used in the mix for infections.
Very
toxic if taken internally. Safe for external use only |
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CRANBERRY
Vaccinium
macrocarpon
Excellent
for bladder infections. Scientifically proven to cure/prevent
mild
to moderate bladder infections due to the tannins in the juice which
prevents
common bacteria which cause infections from sticking to the walls of
the
bladder. |
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DANDELION
Taraxacum officiale
Used to build up blood
and for anemia, mild diuretic, mild digestion and as an appetite
stimulant.
The root is used for medicinal purposes. Generally safe. |
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DONG
QUAI
Angelica sinensis
Taken internally for menopause
symptoms, PMS. Weak estrogenic activity. Also used to increase women's
energy. Should not be used by women with fibroids, breast cancer
or pregnant |
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ECHINACEA
Echinacea angustifolia
Echinacea purpurea
2-4 capsules a day boosts
immune system. Also mildly anti-bacterial. |
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GARLIC
Allium sativum
Lowers cholesterol, reduces
blood clotting, lowers high blood pressure. Used raw it's a good
antibiotic |
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GENTIAN
Gentiana lutea
Internally for digestion,
gas, poor appetite. Externally as ‘Gentian violet’ used to treat fungal
infections |
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GINGER
Zingiber
officinale
Antibacterial,
anticonvulsant, analgesic, antiulcer, anti-fungal, anti-spasmodic,
anti-allergenic,
It's best know use is to settle the stomach - antinauseant. It is
also used for mild pain relief. |
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GINGKO
Ginkgo
biloba
The
oldest living tree species on earrh and only found natively in
China.
Gingko is the best known herb. Improves short term memory,
anti-oxidant,
increases blood flow and vascular (blood vessel) tone and increases the
immune systen functioning. |
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GINSENG
Panax quinquefolia
(American Ginseng)
Panax ginseng (Chinese
Ginseng)
Eleutherococcus senticosus
(Siberian
Ginseng)
Increases endurance and
resistance to stress. Must be taken regularly over months to feel the
effects,
Calming effect as a tea; increases stamina, treats fatigue, |
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GOLDENSEAL
Hydrastis canadensis
Excellent wound disinfectant.
Used as a gargle or rinse for mouth or throat sores or irritation.
Taken
as a capsule to aid digestion and purify the blood. Excellent when used
with Echinacea as an immune booster. |
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KAVA-KAVA
(a.k.a. KAVA)
Piper
methysticum
Relaxant,
sedative. CANNOT BE TAKEN DURING PREGNANCY, NURSING. DO NOT
TAKE IF DEPRESSED OR TAKING TRANQUILIZERS, ST. JOHN'S WART. |
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LICORICE
Glycyrrhiza glabra
Good for stomach ulcers
and digestion, also a good laxative. In lozenges for sore
throats.
Has some mild anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic effects. The
root
of the plant produces a mild estrogenic effect. It can cause
fluid
and salt retention. Can cause high blood pressure in some people
especially when taken in high amounts, but generally safe. Should
be avoided by people with high blood pressure, heart problems, kidney
problems
and pregnant women who are known to have swelling. |
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MILK
THISTLE
Silybum
marianum
Treats
liver disease and is a protectant against liver disease. It has
been
used for thousands of years. |
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MULLEIN
Verbascum thapsus
As a tincture it relieves
chest congestion, bronchial coughs. Very safe |
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PASSION
FLOWER
Passiflora incarnata
Excellent mild tranquilizer
with sedative effects. Very safe |
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PEPPERMINT
Mentha piperita
Excellent for digestion,
upset stomachs. It also has mild anti-spasmodic effects. For
infants
it works very well in very, very dilute amounts in water. Very safe.
With
infants, check with your doctor |
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PRIMROSE
Primulus vulgaris
Used in a compound known
as Evening Primrose Oil capsules, it's very good for menstrual cramping
and irregularities. |
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PROPOLIS
Made from bee pollen
Excellent to boost immune
system. Extremely powerful antibiotic. Taken daily, it
helps
maintain health. Considered by some to be "a total healer" and to
add to longevity. |
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RASPBERRY
Rubus idaeus
The leaves are what are
generally used for medicinal purposes. Raspberry leaf soothes,
aids
in digestion, antispasmodic. Good for menstrual and PS cramping.
Non-toxic and you can drink as much as you like. Rich in zinc. |
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ROSE
HIPS
Rosa
The fruit (hips) is a natural
form of vitamin C and makes it excellent for colds. Teas are good
for Morning Sickness. |
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SAW
PALMETTO
Serenoa
repens
Used
as part of an herbal treatment for Benign prostatic hepertrophy (BPH)
in
men. Over 90% of patients in Europe are treated with herbal
preparations. |
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SENNA
Cassia
angustifolia
Cassia
senna
Extremely
potent laxative. Cannot be used on a daily basis. |
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SLIPPERY
ELM
Ulmus rubra or Ulnus
fulva
Lozenges good for sore
throats. Poultice is good for burns, boils, simple wounds |
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ST,
JOHN'S WART
Hypericum
perforatum
Excellent
for depression, anxiety. Tale 2-3 weeks for a difference to be
noticed,
2-3 months to reach full potential. DO MOT MIX WITH KAVA. |
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TEA
TREE OIL
Melaleuca alternifolia
Externally it's a powerful
disinfectant, excellent for athlete's foot, ring worm, and other fungal
infections. Non-toxic and non-irritating |
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VALERIAN
Valeriana officinalis
Sedative in larger doses
and a tranquilizer in smaller doses. Not for nightly use, although it's
not addictive. Much safer than the usual sleeping pills and it is
excellent |
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WILD
YAM
Dioscorea
villosa
Roots
used for dysmenorrhoea and pelvic pain, also used for menopausal
symptoms.
Has mild progetin effect |
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WITCH
HAZEL
Hamamelis
virginiana
Astringent,
used for burns, boils, wounds; may have good anti-viral activity
against
Herpes
simplex I. External Use. |
