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Join Date: Jan 2006
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THE HERBS
Alfalfa - "Father of Herbs," leaves have 8 essential amino acids & 4
times more vitamin C than in orange juice; vitamin K (great for
morning sickness); beta carotene; vitamin E; LOTS of calcium; is the
basis of liquid chlorophyll; as close to hemoglobin as anything
possible; blood cleanser; vitamin B-12 (calms nerves); diuretic;
natural flouride source; used in treatment of cancer, breath and
body odor, liver ailments; source of liquid chlorophyll -
(chlorophyll is also good to flush out radiation from Xrays and
chemotherapy, as well as bad stuff from antibiotics)
Barley Juice Powder - blood builder; attacks free radicals; 30 times
more vitamin B-1 and 11 times more calcium than milk; 7 times more
vitamin C than orange juice; anit- inflammatory for stomach ulcers &
hemorrhoids; cleans and boosts immune system; neutralizes lead and
mercury; reduces HDL cholesterol
Bee Pollen - balanced vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, enzymes, &
amino acids; blood builder; excellent after illness; allergy help
for bronchitis, sinusitis, and colds; balances endocrine system;
good for menstrual and prostate problems; also good for colitis,
constipation & diarrhea; counteracts the mental and physical effects
of aging; start with small doses!!
Bilberry Fruit - great for eyes (fatigue, night blindness, near-
sightedness, strain; slows development of cataracts); improves
circulation; beneficial during pregnancy; mild diuretic; good for
spider veins
Black Cohosh - "miracle herb for women;" calms nervous system;
promotes menstruation; relieves cramps; soothes local pain; safe
sedative; good for headaches; too much, too soon causes emotional
upheaval; relieves or prevents spasms; contains natural estrogen;
prevents hot flashes; contracts uterus; expels mucous; stimulates
liver, kidney, spleen, and lymphatic system - keeps the system
working; equalizes circulation; if too much is taken, can cause a
headache at the base of the skull; DO NOT take during early pregnancy
Black Walnut - husk used as aid for intestinal system for tapeworms
and other parasites; burns excess toxins and fat while balancing
sugar levels; remedy for bad blood diseases - syphilis, etc.; good
cleansing herb
Blessed Thistle - strengthens heart and lungs; improves circulation
to the brain by bringing oxygen to it - helps with memory; aids in
ALL liver disorders; stimulates lactation in nursing mothers;
digestive and general tonic; good for headaches, cramps, and
menopausal problems; use to reduce & control fevers; great female
hormone balancer; also good for cancer
Burdock - use during pregnancy; mineral rich hormone to prevent
jaundice in unborn babies; blood purifier; reduces joint swelling;
good for coughs, colds, sore throats, abscesses, and tonsillitis
Butcher's Broom - anti-inflammatory; strengthens walls of blood
vessels; great for someone going into surgery, as it is used for
post-op problems such as thrombosis, etc.; aids circulation to
brain, arms and legs; good for the bed-ridden or the elderly;
diuretic; lowers bad cholesterol; great for pregnant women and
people who stand for long periods of time, as it eliminates swelling
Capsicum (Cayenne Pepper) - catalyst in almost every herbal
combination - used to strengthen the remedies; good for stomach
ulcers; increases flow of digestive juices; helps in weight loss;
red color comes from high Vitamin A content, which is great for
eyes, growth, and healthy immunity; good for circulation - prevents
strokes and heart attacks; aids with hemorrhaging; cleans internal &
external wounds; heals cell structure; use as a poultice for
inflammation; increases heart action without raising blood pressure;
aids in digestion when taken with meals; useful for colds or flu;
restores and cleans stomach tissue; improves HDL cholesterol; lowers
serum cholesterol and diglycerides
Cascara Sagrada - "the real mover;" improves secretions of stomach,
liver and pancreas; rids body of gallstones; good for hemorrhoids;
DO NOT take excessively during pregnancy; take before or during a
meal
Catnip - relieves pain and spasms; calms nerves; used by Indians as
a sedative and for colic; good for colds and flu in children as it
produces sweat during sleep without raising fever; reduces fatigue
from muscle exhaustion; pain killer for infants and toddlers
Chamomile - may cause allergic reactions in people allergic to mums
or ragweed!!; helps one to relax and have quality sleep; good for
digestive problems; Cherokee used it for colic and bowel complaints;
helps menstrual cramps & upset stomach; induces sleep. The flower
heads are used to make a mild tea for restlessness and insomnia.
Diluted to one part tea to 2 parts water, it can be given to infants
for colic.
Charcoal - filters the system; good for gas or anything upsetting in
the stomach
Chickweed - heals stomach ulcers, bowels, lungs, and almost any
internal or external inflammation; removes plaque from blood
vessels; strengthens stomach tissue; breaks down cellulite; good for
weight loss
Comfrey Salve - Comfrey can be used in other ways, but the safest to
use over time is as a salve for external use only. There are some
good comfrey and comfrey/goldenseal salves that can be purchased at
health food stores. Comfrey speeds healing through rapid skin
growth, so it should not be used on puncture wounds only minor skin
abrasions. Also do not use salves or any non-water soluble
preparation on body piercings.
Cornsilk - good for kidney, prostate and bladder problems; assists
in breaking down uric and phosphotic acid build-up; excellent for
aged and young with bed-wetting problems; diuretic; makes one
urinate a LOT; cleans kidneys
Damiana - best known as a sexual rejuvenator; increases sperm count;
Mayans used it for lung ailments, dizziness and as a general body
cleanser; helps with hot flashes; strengthens the female system;
great for infertility and impotence; used as a child's laxative;
relieves colds and flu; good tonic for central nervous system
Dandelion - use to detoxify the system; has potassium so it is a
natural diuretic without depleting body's potassium; increases bile
flow and alleviates first stages or cirrhoses; gentle laxative;
invigorating and purifying
Dong Quai - used since 588 BC for female problems; strengthens
circulation; antibiotic for several "bugs;" encourages proper
balance of female hormones; cleanses and purifies the blood;
relieves tinnitis, blurred vision, and palpitations; enhances use of
vitamin E; calms nerves; use as a post-partum tonic to build blood
and regulate menses; bowel lubricant
Echinacea - There are two types of echinacea available, augustifolia
and purpurea. Augustifolia is recommended if you can get it.
Echinacea is the herb of choice for inflammatory conditions. It can
be taken internally or externally as a wash. Because it is so mild,
it should be taken in small frequent doses. NOTE: Echinacea should
not be taken for more than 6 weeks in a row. It can destroy
intestinal flora (because it is anti-bacterial). Acidopholus should
be taken in conjunction with echinacea because of this.
Eyebright - best for diseases of the eye and mucous membranes; good
for light sensitivity, eye strain, minor irritation, and weak eyesight; stimulates liver; cleans blood
Fennel - improves digestion and relieves hiccups; breaks up uric
acid associated with gout, which it eliminates; clears mucous from
liver and lungs; antidote for poison mushrooms; has vitamin A and is
good for improving night vision and preventing snow-blindness;
expels gas; tea used as gargle; expels worms; use as eyewash for
minor irritations and infections; poultice for inflammation;
enriches mother's milk; excellent for children's digestion; good for
lumbago; tea rids intestines of mucous related to sinusitis; curbs
appetite and eliminates hunger pangs; tissue cleanser; great to use
after radiation therapy and chemotherapy
Fenugreek - used to treat diabetes in the Middle East; lowers blood
sugar levels; softens and dispels accumulated mucous and is good for
people who ingest a lot of dairy products; soothes mucous membranes;
good for lung infections; used to prevent pregnancy; has lecithin to
dissolve fatty substances; gargle for sore throat; stimulates milk
in nursing mothers; good for bronchitis and pneumonia
Feverfew - reduces fever, as well as number and severity of
headaches, and the nausea of migraines; good for pain relief,
chills, colds, and arthritis; helps body heal & strengthen itself;
alcohol destroys it's effects
Gingko - The 24% concentrated extract has been proven the most
effective. Gingko is used for increased blood flow to the brain and
as such is useful for the treatment of memory problems, including
Alzheimer's.
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