HERB: Echinacea

Echinacea/Echinacea Angustifolia 

Parts used: Most often roots, stems and flowers are also used but are weaker.

Also known as: American Cone Flower, Black Sampson, Black Susans, Brauneria Angustifolia, Brauneria Pallida, Comb Flower, Coneflower, Hedgehog, Indian Head, Kansas Snakeroot, Pale Coneflower, Purple Cone Flower, Red Sunflower, Rock-Up-Hat,Sonnenhutwurzel.

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Herb history:

Echinacea was used frequently by Native American Tribes for a wide variety of conditions. At least 14 tribes used Echinacea for ailments such as coughs, colds, sore throats, and infections. It was even used by the Dakotas as a veterinary medicine for their horses.
In 1887, Echinacea was introduced into U.S. medical practice, and it grew in popularity. By the early twentieth century Echinacea had become the top selling herb in America. However, with the discovery of penicillin and other “wonder drugs,” the popularity of Echinacea eventually waned. Even though it continued to be used in America it fell completely into disuse in the 1930’s after it was dismissed as worthless by the AMA.

In Europe, however, people began to grow and use Echinacea extensively. Germany in particular took a great interest in the herb. During the1930s Dr. Gerhard Madaus, a German native, began researching and working with Echinacea. Madaus, the founder of Madaus AG and a leading herbal medicine manufacturer in Cologne, Germany, came to the United States in search of seeds from Echinacea Angustifolia, the form of Echinacea most widely used at that time. Madaus returned to Germany with seeds from Echinacea purpurea instead of Echinacea angustifolia. By default then, Echinacea purpurea became the subject of modern pharmacological studies by Madaus. As a result of Germany’s great interest in the herb some of the best scientific studies to date have taken place there.

The result of Madaus’ studies was the development of a product called Echinacin. Echinacin was a preparation of juice expressed from the flowers, leaves and stems of the Echinacea plant. This preparation is still available today in the United States and has become the most extensively researched and frequently prescribed Echinacea preparation in the world.

Benefits/ treats:

Echinacea is widely used to fight infections, especially the common cold and other upper respiratory infection. Echinacea is also used against many other infections including the flu, urinary tract infections, vaginal yeast infections, genital herpes, bloodstream infections (septicemia), gum disease, tonsillitis, streptococcus infections, syphilis, typhoid,malaria, and diphtheria.

Other uses not related to infection include chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), rheumatism, migraines, acid indigestion, pain, dizziness, rattlesnake bites, and attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Sometimes people apply echinacea to their skin to treat boils, abscesses, skin wounds, ulcers, burns, eczema, psoriasis, UV radiation skin damage, herpes simplex, bee stings, and hemorrhoids

Constituents / Properties:

Constituents: essential oil (including humulene and caryophylene), glycoside, polysaccharide, polyacetylenes, isobutylalklamines, resin, betaine, inulin, sesquiterpene.

Properties: Anti-inflammatory * Antibacterial * AntiViral * Depurative * emetic * Immunostimulant .

Ways to use Echinacea :

Tea , tablet , tincture , Salve , extracts

Combos / Recipes:

Blueberry popsicle with Echinacea:

1 1/2 cuos blueberries(350g) fresh or frozen

1/2 cup(125ml) honey(organic)

1 cup (250ml) well steeped echinacea tea .

Heat berries & honey gentle in a saucepan over medium flame.

until berries start to melt

puree half the mixture with echinacea tea .

add the rest , puree, let cool

pour into popsicle mold & freeze
Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy or breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of echinacea during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

“Auto-immune disorders” such as such as multiple sclerosis (MS), lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus, SLE), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a skin disorder called pemphigus vulgaris, or others: Echinacea might have an effect on the immune system that could make these conditions worse. Don’t take echinacea if you have an auto-immune disorder.

An inherited tendency toward allergies (atopy): People with this condition are more likely to develop an allergic reaction to echinacea. It’s best to avoid exposure to echinacea if you have this condition.

Resources:

http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-981-ECHINACEA.aspx?activeIngredientId=981&activeIngredientName=ECHINACEA

http://www.anniesremedy.com/herb_detail212.php

http://frugallysustainable.com/2012/11/herbs-for-winter-health-a-recipe-for-hot-echinacea-tincture/

http://wellpics.com/blueberry-popsicle-recipe/

http://www.3fatchicks.com/8-benefits-of-echinacea/

HERB: Mugwort

Mugwort/Artemisia vulgaris

Also known as : Altamisa, Armoise, Armoise Citronnelle, Armoise Commune, Armoise Vulgaire, Artémise, Artemisia, Artemisia Vulgaris, Artemisiae Vulgaris Herba, Artemisiae Vulgaris Radix, Carline Thistle, Felon Herb, Gemeiner Beifuss, Herbe aux Cent Goûts, Herbe de Feu, Herbe de la Saint-Jean, Herbe Royale, Hierba de San Juan, Nagadamni, Remise, Sailor’s Tobacco, St. John’s Plant, Tabac de Saint-Pierre, Wild Wormwood.

Parts used: Leaves and roots

Mugwort has been used throughout the world since Ancient times. It was considered one of the nine sacred plants given to the world by the god Woden. When Saint John the Baptist took off into the wilderness, he did so reportedly wearing a girdle of mugwort. The Romans planted mugwort at the edges of roads because they believed that putting it into your shoe would protect against exhaustion. Before the use of hops, mugwort was used in flavoring beer. Some Native American tribes used mugwort as a smudge to clear sacred spaces.

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Herb History:

Herbalists have prescribed mugwort to treat many different conditions over the years. The Chinese have also used dried mugwort leaves (and sometimes leaves of other Artemisia species), or moxa, in moxibustion for centuries. In the middle ages in England, mugwort was sometimes worn on St. John’s Eve and was thought to protect the wearer from evil possession. .

One of the more interesting traditional uses of mugwort is that of a dream herb. It is often used as one of the main ingredients in sleep pillows, and it said to bring the dreamer more lucid dreams. Young women were told to sew mugwort into a small piece of cloth and place it under their pillows to induce vivid dreams. In the 1830s, Portuguese sailors introduced mugwort to France, where it became popular as a treatment for blindness and other illnesses. Mugwort has also been used as a tea, a beer flavoring, and occasionally as a spice for meats.

Benefits/Treats:

Abscesses, anti-spasmodic, arthritis, bowel pain, bruising (removes blackness), carbuncles, childbirth and afterbirth, colds, fever, flu, depression, diabetes, diarrhea, digestive stimulant, epilepsy, excessive menstrual bleeding, food poisoning, gout, hysteria, insomnia, kidney stones, gravel, jaundice, liver tonic, menstrual cramps, menstrual obstruction , mild narcotic, mushroom poisoning, nervousness, nervous shaking, regulates hormones (adrenal and pituitary), soothes nerves, stomach pains and disorders, stress, tropical ulcers (poultice), uterus, worms, (also for worming animals, with herbs/ eaten fresh or dried), white tail spider bite.
People take mugwort root as a “tonic” and to boost energy.

People take the rest of the plant for stomach and intestinal conditions including colic, diarrhea, constipation, cramps, weak digestion, worm infestations, and persistent vomiting. Mugwort is also used to stimulate gastric juice and bile secretion. It is also used as a liver tonic, to promote circulation, and as a sedative. Other uses include treatment of hysteria, epilepsy, and convulsions in children.

Women take mugwort for irregular periods and other menstrual problems.
Constituents/Properties:

Constituents: volatile oil, bitter principle (absinthin), flavonoids, tannin, beta-sitosterol, coumarins, and alpha- and beta-carotene.

Properties: * Abortifacient * Aromatic * Diaphoretic/sudorific * Diuretic * Emmenagogue * Nervine

Ways to prepare:

Mugwort can be taken in teas, or tinctures. Often mixed with lemon balm or other sweeter herbs.
Combo’s / Recipes:

*Mugwort hot tea:

Heat water to a boil.
Use 1 or 1.5 heaped teaspoons of mugwort for each cup of water.
In a teapot or french press, pour the water over the tea.
Cover and leave to infuse for 8-10 minutes.
Strain out the mugwort and serve.

*Dream Sachet:
The herbs in this blend are traditionally associated with rest and dreaming. Combine them with calming oils and create a dream inspiring sachet to slip into your pillow at night.
1/4 cup mugwort herb
1/4 cup hop flowers
1/4 cup dried rose petals
1/4 cup lavender flowers
5 drops Chamomile essential oil
5 drops Lavender essential oil

Recipe Instructions: Fill a cotton drawstring bag with the mixture or fill a handkerchief and tie it up with ribbon. If you are handy with the sowing machine, sow together some small pillows. Use holiday fabrics to customize great gifts.

*Fragrant Smudge Stick:
Burning herbs is a sacred practice used for prayer and purification that is respected in most American Indian traditions.

Mugwort, bergamot, mints, yarrow, bearberry and tobacco (not from cigarettes!!), make all be used to good purpose. Experiment with different aromatic herbs to find the combination that speaks to your spirit.

2 fresh stalks mugwort
2 fresh stalks yarrow
2 fresh stalks bergamot
Cautions: Do not burn smudges in enclosed areas, or around babies or those with respiratory problems.

Recipe Instructions: Smoke/Smudge :
Gather several fresh stalks of your favorite herbs with leaves and blossoms intact. Lay a sheet of newspaper open. Hold the herb stalks tightly in one hand, and bend them gently over onto themselves to form a 7 to 8 inch long wand. Roll up your herb wand tightly in the newspaper, working from an angle, and secure with string or rubber bands. Let the bundle dry thoroughly out of direct sun for at least several days. You can periodically unwrap and check the progress, securing the bundle more snugly each time. Humid weather will delay the drying process.

When the herbs are dry, unwrap the bundle and discard the newspaper. Tie the herbs with fine cotton string or cord. Ignite one end to burn. You can perch the bundled herbs upright in a coffee can filled with an inch or two of sand, or use as a ceremonial smudge.
Precautions:

Mugwort contains a naturally occurring chemical called thujone which can be toxic at high doses. Don’t be too alarmed; thujone is also present in the commonly consumed herb sage (sage essential oil is approximately 1/4 thujone). There’s no indication the thujone content of mugwort is radically higher than that, so it seems mugwort is no more dangerous than sage when taken at a normal dose.Caution should be observed when consuming large amounts of mugwort tea or drinking it over a prolonged period.
In nature, mugwort pollen is one of the most common triggers of hay fever (allergic rhinitis). Anyone who suffers from hay fever or other plant allergies should exercise caution when coming into contact with mugwort.

This document does not contain all possible interactions.Pregnant or nursing women, consult with their doctor before taking this or any other herb.

Resources:

http://supplementsos.com/herbal-tea/mugwort-tea/

http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-123-MUGWORT.aspx?activeIngredientId=123&activeIngredientName=MUGWORT

http://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatmentsandsideeffects/complementaryandalternativemedicine/herbsvitaminsandminerals/mugwort

http://www.mountainroseherbs.com/learn/mugwort.php

http://www.examiner.com/article/herbal-101-mugwort

http://www.anniesremedy.com/herb_detail106.php

HERB: Butchers Broom Root

Butchers Broom Root/ Ruscus Aculeatus

Also known as: Keneeholm, Jew’s Myrtle, Sweet Broom, Box Holly, Scotch Broom, Balai du Boucher, Box Holly, Fragon, Fragon Épineux, Fragon Faux Houx, Fragon Piquant, Houx Frelon,  Kneeholm, Knee Holly, Petit Houx, Pettigree, Rusci Aculeati, Rusci Aculeati Rhizoma

The Butcher’s Broom was derived from the fact that the dried plant was used as a broom and butchers were often seen using sticks of this plant to clean their cutting blocks or chopping boards. The root of the Butcher’s Broom is used in most herbal remedies in Europe but the extract of the plant was more popular in curing edema and in the therapeutic treatment of kidney stones.

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Herb history:

During the ancient times, the Butcher’s Broom was first used by the ancient Mediterranean people as a cure for circulatory problems such as varicose veins and hypotension. Greek historians and doctors regard the Butcher’s Broom as a Miracle herb. The Roman scholars Pliny and Dioscorides recommended Butcher’s Broom extract as being both a diuretic and as a laxative.

This herb, which is a close cousin to asparagus, was eaten for centuries as a vegetable.

Benefits/ treats:

Used to relieve edema; increases urine flow and facilitates removal of excess fluid out of the body. Prevents urinary tract and bladder infections. Extract used to remove fluids in tissue. Tissue swelling after radiation treatment can also be treated by taking doses of this herbal remedy.

This herbal treatment is also known to reduce inflammation and swelling in carpal tunnel syndromes of the wrist. It is also beneficial for swollen ankles which are common for individuals that have diabetes, Parkinson’s disease and those that have also been diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome.

Butcher’s Broom extract is also effective in maintaining great circulation. This herbal remedy can treat varicose veins and improve high blood pressure and increased cholesterol levels. This herbal remedy is also found as one of the main ingredients in medicinal treatments for hemorrhoids. It reduces inflammation and swelling in hemorrhoids found both internally and externally.

Constituents/ Properties:

      Ascorbic-acid, beta-carotene, calcium, chromium , chrysophanic-acid , cobalt, fiber, glycolic-acid, iron magnesium, manganese, mucilage, niacin, phosphorus, potassium riboflavin, ruscogenin, rutin, selenium thiamin

      Circulation, diaphoretic/ sudorific, diuretic, laxative

Ways to prepare and use Butcher’s Broom Root:

Tea, topical ointment, salve, tincture, compress, decoction, tonic

*In order to boost the effectiveness of butcher’s broom, take a daily dose of vitamin C. Research has found that vitamin C increases the potency of the herb.*

Combos/ recipes:

Broom Vein Tonic

Circulation and vein tonic. Poor circulation is often signaled by cold feet and swollen ankles. Broom in a noted vein tonic, and both ginkgo and ginger help to increase circulation. As an increase in blood circulation to the brain may help you remember where you put your car keys

2 tablespoons chopped broom 1 teaspoon ginger 1 tablespoon ginkgo leaf 3 cups cold water Additions:lemon, stevia Ingredients: Broom * Ginkgo * Ginger * Recipe Instructions: Decoction :Bring the ginger and broom to a gentle boil, then simmer for 20 min. Pour the decoction over the ginkgo leaf and infuse until cool enough to drink. Effectively used for: Cardiovascular: Herbal remedies for the heart focus on how to prevent heart disease and maintain cardiovascular health. Circulation: Poor circulation makes itself felt in many ways including fatigue, poor concentration and swelling in legs and feet. Memory/Focus: The ability to focus, and channel our concentration into the task at hand, whether its work, reading, or play is more important than ever today. Varicose Veins: Varicose veins occur when blood leaks back into the vein and collects there, causing the vein to become congested or clogged. This congestion will cause the vein to abnormally enlarge.

Eye Tea:

Bilberry tea would be a joy to drink, even without the healthy benefits, but in this case taking your medicine is a pleasure. The dried berries provide a good winter source of anthocyanosides and antioxidants that are often missing in our diets when access to fresh fruits like blueberries and strawberries is limited. Bilberry tastes like a really smooth and mellow grape juice, if you could taste the color purple it would taste like bilberry. Add ginger and butchers broom for an even more potent “eye tea”.

1 tablespoon each:

Dried bilberries

Buchers broom root

Fresh grated ginger root

Additions:Lemon, stevia

Variations:Cinnamon, Gotu kola, Lemon

Ingredients: Bilberry * Broom * Ginger * Gotu Kola *

Recipe Instructions: Herbal Tea :Add to 3 cups cold water and bring to a boil, simmer for 20 minutes. Drink hot or cold

Effectively used for:

• Circulation :Poor circulation makes itself felt in many ways including fatigue, poor concentration and swelling in legs and feet.
• Eyes/Vision : Eyestrain doesn’t permanently damage our vision, but it does cause headaches, blurry vision, and loss of mental focus. Herbal remedies to improve vision include herbs that strengthen the small capillaries around the eyes and increase circulation.

Salve for hemorrhoids: 

Working with butcher’s broom tincture or powder to generate an ointment, mix 10 to 15 drops of tincture or the powder from 5 capsules (which generally include 100 to 200 milligrams of butcher’s broom) right into a tiny container of beeswax (about ¼ cup). Apply the ointment generously straight to the region of discomfort. You may also add a number of drops of vitamin E and aloe gel for the ointment to assist lower inflammation and speed healing.

Precautions:

Butcher’s Broom extract is known to cause vomiting, low blood pressure and toxicity when used in large doses. Pregnant and breastfeeding women are not advised to take supplements that contain the Butcher’s Broom extract. It is important to consult your doctor if you want to use this remedy for your particular illness or ailment; always ask for your appropriate dosage and learn about any adverse effects with any medication that you are currently taking.

Do not use: on pregnant women, on children, or people with kidney and/or liver disorders, taken with alpha-blockers, a class of drug that is prescribed to lower blood pressure.

Resources:

http://www.naturalwellbeing.com/learning-center/Butcher%E2%80%99s_Broom

http://www.anniesremedy.com/herb_detail240.php

http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-320-BUTCHER’S%20BROOM.aspx?activeIngredientId=320&activeIngredientName=BUTCHER’S%20BROOM

 

Reishi Mushroom (Lingzhi)

Botanical Name: Ganoderma lucidum

Common Names: Ling zhi, ling chi, lin zi, mushroom of immortality

The lingzhi mushroom or reishi mushroom (traditional Chinese: 靈芝; pinyin: língzhī; Japanese:reishi; Vietnamese: linh chi; literally: “supernatural mushroom”) encompasses several fungal species of the genus Ganoderma, and most commonly refers to the closely related species,Ganoderma lucidum, Ganoderma tsugae and Ganoderma sichuanense. G. sichuanense enjoys special veneration in East Asia, where it has been used as a medicinal mushroom in traditional Chinese medicine for more than 2,000 years, making it one of the oldest mushrooms known to have been used medicinally. Lingzhi is listed in the American Herbal Pharmacopoeia and Therapeutic Compendium.

Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Fungi
Phylum:	Basidiomycota
Class:	Agaricomycetes
Order:	Polyporales
Family:	Ganodermataceae
Genus:	Ganoderma
Species:	G. lucidum
Binomial name
Ganoderma lucidum (Curtis) P. Karst

Botanical names

The lingzhi’s botanical names have Greek and Latin roots. The generic name Ganodermaderives from the Greek ganos γανος “brightness; sheen”, hence “shining” and derma δερμα “skin”. The specific epithet Lucidum is Latin for “shining” and tsugae for “hemlock” (from Japanese tsuga 栂).

There are multiple species of Lingzhi, scientifically known to be within the Ganoderma lucidumspecies complex and mycologists are still researching the differences among species within this complex.

Research and therapeutic usage

 Lingzhi possesses anti-tumor, anti-cancer, immunomodulatory and immunotherapeutic qualities, supported by studies on polysaccharides,terpenes, and other bioactive compounds isolated from fruiting bodies and mycelia of this fungus (reviewed by R. R. Paterson and Lindequist et al.). It has also been found to inhibit platelet aggregation, and to lower blood pressure (via inhibition of angiotensin-converting enzyme),cholesterol, and blood sugar.

Laboratory studies have shown anti-neoplastic effects of fungal extracts or isolated compounds against some types of cancer, including epithelial ovarian cancer. In an animal model, Ganoderma has been reported to prevent cancer metastasis, with potency comparable to Lentinanfrom Shiitake mushrooms.

The mechanisms by which Ganoderma lucidum may affect cancer are unknown and they may target different stages of cancer development: inhibition of angiogenesis (formation of new, tumor-induced blood vessels, created to supply nutrients to the tumor) mediated by cytokines,cytoxicity, inhibiting migration of the cancer cells and metastasis, and inducing and enhancing apoptosis of tumor cells. Nevertheless,Ganoderma lucidum extracts are already used in commercial pharmaceuticals such as MC-S for suppressing cancer cell proliferation and migration.

Additional studies indicate that ganoderic acid has some protective effects against liver injury by viruses and other toxic agents in mice, suggesting a potential benefit of this compound in the treatment of liver diseases in humans, and Ganoderma-derived sterols inhibit lanosterol 14α-demethylase activity in the biosynthesis of cholesterol . Ganoderma lucidum compounds inhibit 5-alpha reductase activity in the biosynthesis of dihydrotestosterone.

Besides effects on mammalian physiology, Ganoderma lucidum is reported to have anti-bacterial and anti-viral activities. Ganoderma lucidum is reported to exhibit direct anti-viral with the following viruses; HSV-1, HSV-2, influenza virus, vesicular stomatitis. Ganoderma lucidummushrooms are reported to exhibit direct anti-microbial properties with the following organisms; Aspergillus niger, Bacillus cereus, Candida albicans, and Escherichia coli. Other benefits were studied such as the effect of lowering hypertension, cholesterol, and anti-inflammatory benefits through the ganoderic acid properties.

Its genome, with about 12,600 genes on 13 chromosomes, was sequenced in 2012.

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Preparation

Due to its bitter taste, Lingzhi is traditionally prepared as a hot water extract product. Thinly sliced or pulverized lingzhi (either fresh or dried) is added to a pot of boiling water, the water is then brought to a simmer, and the pot is covered; the lingzhi is then simmered for two hours. The resulting liquid is fairly bitter in taste and dark, with the more active red lingzhi more bitter than the black. The process is sometimes repeated for additional concentration. Alternatively, it can be used as an ingredient in a formula decoction or used to make an extract (in liquid, capsule, or powder form). The more active red forms of lingzhi are far too bitter to be consumed in a soup. While hot water extraction seems to be effective to target the polysaccharides, alcohol extraction is another method used to extract the triterpenes element of the Reishi.

Source:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lingzhi_mushroom

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HERB: Boneset

Boneset/Eupatorium perfoliatum

Also known as: wood bone set, thorough wart, sweating plant, thorough stem, teasel, ague weed, thorough wax, fever wart, wild isaac, cross wart, Indian sage, tearal, and wild sage

Boneset has a long history of being used effectively in cases of influenza and fever. Native Americans also used bone set in the treatment of aches and pains of the structural system and in the healing of bones that had been broken. Many of the early uses of Boneset were in the form of poultices or topical plasters. Taking the herb in the form of an infusion or tea did not become popular until around the mid-1900s.

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Herb/ history:

Native Americans And Boneset
History testifies to the fact that Native Americans were not ignorant of the dreaded influenza disease.
Before World War I Native Americans, having had many of their people stricken with influenza, were familiar with the disease. They did not call it influenza however. They called it “break bone fever”. They called it break bone fever due to the incredibly painful sensation caused by influenza that produced the feeling of the bones being broken. This was probably due to the severe tension and contraction of ligaments which, “when temporarily relaxed and in clonic (convulsive) spasms, produced the sensation that the bones were breaking”.
Native Americans used boneset in the treatment of break-bone fever or influenza. They were such adepts at herbology that most herbalists recognize that if a Native American used or approved an herb the herb was efficacious.
Indeed the Native Americans were masters at the craft of herbology. In fact, one Native American in Colonial times became famous for curing typhoid with boneset. For decades thereafter boneset was named after him i.e., Joe Pye weed.

Side effects:
Boneset is considered UNSAFE when taken by mouth in large amounts. Some plants that are related to boneset contain chemicals called pyrrolizidine alkaloids that can damage the liver. It is not known if boneset contains these chemicals.
Allergy to ragweed and related plants: Boneset may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to plants in the Asteraceae/Compositae family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others. If you have allergies, be sure to check with your healthcare provider before taking boneset.

Do not use if:
Pregnant or breast-feeding: Because boneset may contain liver-damaging chemicals called pyrrolizidine alkaloids, it is considered UNSAFE. Don’t use it if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

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Benefits/ Treats:
Colds, influenza, rheumatism, dengue, malaria, thyroid fever, migraine relief, fibromilagia, fever reducer, skin diseases, arthritis, constipation, diarrhea, intestinal worms, jaundice, respiratory allergies, dropsy, pneumonia, broken bones, night sweats, dyspepsya, debility, chills, fluid retention, urinary stones, sore throat, digestive problems, bronchial congestion,
Immune system booster, viral and bronchial infection by reducing inflammation in bronchial tubes in nasal passages.
Effects structural urinary, respiratory and circulatory systems.

Constituents/ Properties:
Rutin, sterol, tanic acid, diterpenes, astraglin, volatile oils, resin, hyperoside, kaempferol, polysaccharides, euperfolitin, helenalin, euperfolin, sasquiterpene lactones
Anit-bacterial, antimicrobial, anti-inflammitory, anti-spasmodic, anti-tumor, anticancer, antiviral, antipyretic, analgesic, anodyne, estrigent, expectorant, emetic, nervine, carminative, catharic, sudorific, cholagogue, vasoconstructor, depurative, perfoliatum, eupatorim, febrifuge, cytotonic, laxative, bitter
HIgh in calcium, iron, niacin, zinc, selenium, silica, phosphorous, magnesium, folic acid, chromium, vitamins A, B complex, C and D.

Ways to prepare and use:
Herb Tea: 1/2 teaspoon or 1 1/2 grams per 8 oz of water,
Herbal tincture
Salve

Combos/ Recipes

Boneset is an excellent remedy for colds and congestion when taken on the first onset of symptoms. hot or cold: for colds and to produce perspiration, it is given hot; as a tonic, cold.
Ingredients: Boneset * Cayenne Pepper *
Recipe Instructions: Herbal Tea :The tea however, is very bitter. The infusion of 1 OZ of the dried herb to 1 pint of boiling water may be taken in wineglass full doses,
Ingredients: Boneset * Cayenne Pepper *
Recipe Instructions: Herbal Tea :The tea however, is very bitter. The infusion of 1 OZ of the dried herb to 1 pint of boiling water may be taken in wineglass full doses.

Precautions
Boneset is considered UNSAFE when taken by mouth in large amounts. Some plants that are related to Boneset contain chemicals called pyrrolizidine alkaloids that can damage the liver. It is not known if Boneset contains these chemicals.
Allergy to ragweed and related plants: Boneset may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to plants in the Asteraceae/Compositae family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others. If you have allergies, be sure to check with your healthcare provider before taking boneset.

Resources:
http://www.naturalnews.com/032076_Boneset_fever_remedies.html#ixzz2b7A7Xa3X

 http://www.naturalnews.com/032076_Boneset_fever_remedies.html#ixzz2b7A7Xa3X

HERB: Milk Thistle

Milk Thistle/Silybum marianum

Also known as :

Artichaut Sauvage, Blessed Milk Thistle, Cardo Lechoso, Cardui Mariae Fructus, Cardui Mariae Herba, Carduus Marianum, Carduus marianus, Chardon Argenté, Chardon de Marie, Chardon de Notre-Dame, Chardon Marbré, Chardon-Marie, Épine Blanche, Holy Thistle, Lady’s Thistle, Lait de Notre-Dame, Legalon, Marian Thistle, Mariendistel, Mary Thistle, Our Lady’s Thistle, Shui Fei Ji, Silibinin, Silybe de Marie

Parts Used: The dried leaves, seed, & flower

Milk thistle has been used in traditional herbal medicine for a long time, with references dating back to the first century. It is said that the Roman naturalist, Pliny the Elder (AD. 23-79), wrote about the plant’s juice and it’s virtues of “carrying of bile”, which in his time referred to a general description of any internal fluid. Dioscorides, the Roman army Doctor used the seeds of Milk thistle as a remedy for infants and those bitten by serpents.

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Herb history :

Culpepper, the famous British herbalist who practised half a century later, used the name Our Lady’s thistle instead of Milk thistle. He recommended its use in the treatment of disorders affecting the liver and spleen, the kidney’s in provoking the flow of urine, to break and expel stones and also to treat dropsy. He considered Milk thistle to be as effective as the Holy thistle, Carduus Benedictus, for agues and the opening of obstructions in the liver, as well as being a excellent blood cleanser.

The Milk thistle was also used by the Saxons as a remedy to ward snakes. The seeds were used by the Saxons as a remedy to cure the infectious disease contracted by a man who was bitten by a rabid animal known nowadays as hydrophobia.

The leaves and stalks of the Milk thistle were at one time used in salads, soups and pies, with the leaves surpassing the finest of cabbage. The heads were also eaten, in most cases they were boiled and treated like those of the Artichoke. By the 19th century Milk thistle was recommended and used by German physicians for the treatment of liver and blood problems, as well as for intestinal cleansing. Formerly regarded as a bitter, the herb gained recognition as one of the best remedies for liver complaints. It was the seeds that were found to contain the active principle that has the specific effect on the liver. A German physician of the early 19th century called Rademacher gave his patients a tincture made from the seeds. It was said to be successful with his tincture “Tinctura Cardui Mariae Rademacher” still listed in pharmacopoeias today .

Benefits / treats:

Seasonal allergies (allergic rhinitis). Some research shows that people who take a milk thistle extract in combination with a conventional antihistamine have reduced symptoms compared to people who just use an antihistamine.
Heartburn (dyspepsia), when a combination of milk thistle and several other herbs is used. The combination product (Iberogast, Medical Futures, Inc) contains milk thistle plus peppermint leaf, German chamomile, caraway, licorice, clown’s mustard plant, celandine, angelica, and lemon balm. When used daily over a period of 4 weeks, this combination seems to reduce severity of acid reflux, stomach pain, cramping, nausea, and vomiting.

Possible uses:
Liver disease caused by excessive use of alcohol. There is conflicting evidence about the effectiveness of milk thistle for treating alcohol-related liver disease.
Amanita mushroom poisoning. Giving silibinin, a chemical found in milk thistle, intravenously (by IV) may lessen liver damage due to Amanita phalloides mushroom (death cap) poisoning. However, it is hard to get silibinin in the U.S.
Hepatitis B or hepatitis C. Milk thistle and some of the chemicals in it do not seem to improve survival or decrease liver function tests in people with hepatitis B or C.
Liver disease caused by chemicals. Some research suggests milk thistle may limit liver damage after exposure to industrial poisons such as toluene and xylene.
Spleen disorders.
Gallbladder problems.
Swelling of the lungs (pleurisy).
Malaria.
Menstrual problems.

Milk Thistle research shows the following:

1. Has hepaprotective qualities
2. May be used safely in chronic liver disease
3. Acts as a powerful antioxidant in liver tissues
4. In synergy with vitamin E, act as liver free radical scavenger
5. Is valuable in post-operative liver repair
6. Is an effective treatment in alcoholic cirrhosis
7. Inhibits prostate tumor growth
8. Regenerates liver cells
9. Is a cancer preventative
10. Is anti-carcinogenic
11. Inhibits colon cancer cell proliferation
12. Inhibits tongue cancer cell proliferation
13. Has immunostimulating properties
14. May be of benefit to the nervous system
15. May protect against skin cancer
16. May protect against atherosclerosis
17. May protect pancreas against alcohol damage
18. Improves milk metabolism in cows
19. Prevents LDL oxidation
20. Inhibits Nitric Oxide production
21. Has antiinflammatory properties
22. May protect against UVB rays

Constituents:

silybin , isosilybin, silychristin , silydianin , betaine hydrochloride

Silymarin binds hepatocyte (liver cell) membranes which
protects them from the potential damage of
environmental toxins, (such as the death cap mushroom),
foreign chemicals, endogenous poisons and free radicals.
2. Silymarin enters the liver cells and promotes their ability
to produce certain enzymes which are vital to liver
health. This action can speed the healing of liver cells
f rom injury or disease. By enhancing the production of
these enzymes, liver cell regeneration is also stimulated.

Properties:

anti-inflammatory,antioxidant ,hepato-tonic, alterative, demulcent , protective

Ways to use:

tea , tincture , extract , oil (seed) ,

Combos / recipes:

dandelion , burdock root & milk thistle
milk thistle porridge This recipe is delicious when you are craving something creamy and sweet. Add fresh fruit or other superfoods like goji berries, cacao nibs, or maca and you have a complete breakfast!
Ingredients:
1/2 cup milk thistle, soaked overnight
1/4 cup flax seeds soaked in 1/2 cup water overnight
3-4 soaked organic dried apricots, or 3-4 slices of dried organic mangos
1 tbsp agave nectar
1 tbsp tocotrienols
1 tbsp Sun Warrior Protein powder
1 tsp cinnamon powder
Process first 3 ingredients through a champion or green star juicer with a blank blade in place. Stir in the remaining ingredients and enjoy! You can also process all the ingredients in a food processor with the “S” blade until a thick porridge is achieved. Add some apricot soak water if necessary to achieve the consistency you want.

Precautions:

Milk thistle might decrease how quickly the liver breaks down some medications. Taking milk thistle along with some medications that are broken down by the liver can increase the effects and side effects of some medications. Before taking milk thistle talk to your healthcare provider if you take any medications that are changed by the liver.
Some medications that are changed by the liver include amitriptyline (Elavil), diazepam (Valium), zileuton (Zyflo), celecoxib (Celebrex), diclofenac (Voltaren), fluvastatin (Lescol), glipizide (Glucotrol), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), irbesartan (Avapro), losartan (Cozaar), phenytoin (Dilantin), piroxicam (Feldene), tamoxifen (Nolvadex), tolbutamide (Tolinase), torsemide (Demadex), warfarin (Coumadin), and others.
Medications changed by the liver (Glucuronidated Drugs) interacts with MILK THISTLE
The body breaks down some medications to get rid of them. The liver helps break down these medications. Taking milk thistle might affect how well the liver breaks down drugs. This could increase or decrease how well some of these medications work.
Some of these medications changed by the liver include acetaminophen, atorvastatin (Lipitor), diazepam (Valium), digoxin, entacapone (Comtan), estrogen, irinotecan (Camptosar), lamotrigine (Lamictal), lorazepam (Ativan), lovastatin (Mevacor), meprobamate, morphine, oxazepam (Serax), and others.

Minor Interaction Be watchful with this combination
Estrogens interacts with MILK THISTLE
Milk thistle might decrease hormones in the body. Milk thistle might help the body break down estrogen pills to get rid of them. Taking milk thistle along with estrogens might decrease the effectiveness of estrogen pills.
Milk thistle contains a chemical called silymarin. Silymarin might be the part of milk thistle that helps the body break down estrogens.
Some estrogen pills include conjugated equine estrogens (Premarin), ethinyl estradiol, estradiol, and others.
Medications used for lowering cholesterol (Statins) interacts with MILK THISTLE

Resources: 

http://www.sunfood.com/blog/recipes/breakfast/milk-thistle-porridge/

http://www.nutraceutical.com/educate/pdf/milk_thistle.pdf

http://www.lef.org/abstracts/codex/milk_thistle_index.htm

http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-138-MILK%20THISTLE.aspx?activeIngredientId=138&activeIngredientName=MILK%20THISTLE

 

HERB: Blue Violet Leaf

BLUE VIOLET / Viola odorata 

Is a species of the genus Viola native to eastern North America, from Newfoundland west to Ontario and Minnesota, and south to Georgia.

Also known as: Banaf Shah, Viola Odorata

Parts Used: Flowers and leaves (root also) – Used in cosmetics, perfume, and as a medicine for thousands of years. Hippocrates, Greek father of medicine, believed it useful in treating liver disorders and bad tempers.

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History:
Ancient Celts would steep the flowers in goats milk and then used to enhance females beauty.
Folklore lists the humble and simple violet among the powerful forces against evil, which is perhaps why the Greek city of Athens considered the violet its token flower.
Legend says Jupiter changed his beloved Io into a white heifer for fear of Juno’s jealousy, he caused these modest flowers to spring forth from the earth to be fitting food for her, and he gave them her name.
All the Violets are cold and moist, while they are fresh and green, and are used to cool any heat or dis temperature of the body, either inwardly or outwardly, as the inflammation in the eyes, to drink the decoction of the leaves and flowers made with water or wine, or to apply them poultice wise to the affected areas; it likewise eases pains in the head caused through want of sleep, or any pains arising of heat if applied in the same manner or with oil of Roses.
Syrup of Violets; ague, epilepsy, inflammation of the eyes, sleeplessness, pleurisy, jaundice and quinsy are only a few of the ailments for which it was held potent.

*Side effects:
May cause nausea and vomiting

*Do not use if:
Not recommended for pregnant or lactating women
Children under the age of 12 should not take

Blue Violet Leaf
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Benefits/treats:

Taken internally in the treatment of bronchitis, respiratory catarrh, coughs, and asthma.

Externally, as a poultice, it is typically used to treat mouth and throat infections. The plant can either be used fresh, or dried, and some reports suggest the dried is much stronger in regards to its laxative qualities.

Violet also supports the immune system, helping to clear infections of all kinds. Soothing and cooling, it helps reduce fever and inflammation. It can be useful in treating sinus infections, bronchitis, and sore throats.

Violet leaves can even help to shrink tumors and cancers. They are also helpful in clearing up other growths and lumps such as cysts, mastitis, and fibrocystic breasts.

It is classified as an alternative (or “blood purifier”), which means it helps the body restore optimal functioning by aiding metabolic processes, especially the elimination of waste products. Violet stimulates the lymphatic glands, helping the body get rid of bacteria and other toxins. It is especially useful for swollen glands. Over time, violet can help clear stubborn problems like eczema, psoriasis, and acne.

Constituents/ Properties:

Constituents: alpha-ionone, beta-ionone, beta-sitosterol, eugenol, ferulic acid, kaempferol, malic acid, methyl salicylate, palmitic acid, quercetin, rutin, scopoletin, vanillin.
Properties: * Anodyne * AntiCancer * Antiscrofulous * Antitussive * Cathartic * Depurative * Diaphoretic/sudorific* Diuretic * emetic * Emollient * Laxative * Nervine * Refrigerant

Ways to prepare and use Blue Violet Leaf:
Tea, poultice, salve, tincture, syrup

Combos/ Recipes:
Old Violet Ointment Recipe

Place 2 oz. of the best lard in a jar in the oven till it becomes quite clear. Then add about thirty-six fresh or dried Violet leaves. Stew them in the lard for an hour till the leaves are the consistency of cooked cabbage. Strain and when cold put into a covered pot or jar for use. This is a good old-fashioned Herbal remedy which has been allowed to fall into disuse. It is good as an application for congested lymph in the glands of the neck with Violet Leaf Tea being drunk at the same time. Recipe below.

Blue Violet Leaf Tea

The infusion is generally drunk cold and is made as follows: Take 2 oz. of dried Violet leaves. Place them in a stainless steel or glass pan and pour over them 1 quart of boiling water. Cover the pan and let it stand for twelve hours until the water is green. Then strain off the liquid and bring to a brief boil then remove from burner. Cool and bottle in a quart jar with a lid and refrigerate. The tea is now ready for drinking cold at intervals of every two hours during the day, taking 2 to 3 oz. at a time. It is essential that the tea should be made fresh every other day to prevent it turning sour. If any should be left over it should be thrown away.

As an old cure for cancer of the tongue, it was recommended to drink half this quantity daily at intervals and apply the rest in hot fomentations by soaking gauze or white flannel in the tea and then place on the tongue as you would a poultice.

Blue Violet Syrup Recipe

Blue Violet Leaf is often made into syrup to relieve respiratory ailments, asthma, colds, coughing, lung congestion and sore throat. Herbalists often prescribe the syrup for Lung and Lymph Cancers.

Ingredients:

* 1 ¼ oz of dried Blue Violet Leaf (Viola odorata)

* 1 ¼ quarts of distilled water

* 3 quarts of honey (roughly)

Place the Blue Violet Leaf in a stainless steel or glass pan and cover with 1 ¼ quarts of water. Let it sit overnight. In the morning place the pan on the stove and simmer for 15 minutes, then strain. Measure strained liquid. Take that measurement and add 3 times the amount of honey to the liquid. Heat gently until the liquid and honey incorporate, then pour into sterilized jars and cap. Label and store in a cool place. Syrup made in this manner has a shelf life of 1 year so be sure to date the jars.

Once a jar is opened for use refrigerate it.

Resources:
http://www.naturalnews.com/024084_herb_cancer_herbal.html
http://www.anniesremedy.com/herb_detail401.php

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HERB: Alfalfa Leaf

Alfalfa /ælˈfælfə/, Medicago sativa

We are pleased to offer Alfalfa Leaf as part of our large selection of wholesale organic herbs and spices for sale.

It is also known as Chilean Clover, Buffalo Grass, Lucerne and purple medic has many useful properties. It is most commonly used for its tonic, anti-fungal, laxative, diuretic, detoxifing, anti-inflammatory, febrifuge, digestive, nutritive, anodyne, anti-arthritic qualities.

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History:

Alfalfa is believed to have the power to bring good fortune in matters of money, business and good luck in gambling. This symbolism may stem from its use as a high quality hay that keeps animals fed in times of want.

Alfalfa is commonly cultivated around the world for use as an animal feedstock. In fact it is thought that Alfalfa is the one of the oldest known plant used for animal/livestock feed, with records of its use in the ancient Middle East as early as 1,000 BC. The ancient Arabs not only ate this amazing plant themselves, but also fed it to their horses, claiming that it made their horses faster and stronger. They became so convinced of its health benefits that they named it “Alfalfa”, which in Arabic means “Father of All Foods”. It is also known as “The Father of Herbs“, such is its standing with natural health practitioners.