Category: Herbs
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Fenugreek
Trigonella foenum-graecum GI, Nourishing, Women health, Circulatory GI – soothing (gastritis, gastric ulcer), indigestion, laryngitis, sore throat Nourishing – great for kids, anemia, anorexia, appetite stimulator – high in protein, copper, magnesium, manganese, iron, phosphorus (strengthens nerves, fatigue), sulfur, dietary fiber, B1, B2, B3 Women health – induces childbirth, increases milk production; gynecological problems (infection,…
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Chamomile
Roman and German Chamomile plant is used primarily as a calming herb for various conditions.
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Valerian
Valerian root is relaxant, gastrointestinal, pain and circulatory aid herb. It is primarily known to be used for insomnia. This warming plant has also other uses.
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Hawthorn
Crataegus spp. Cardiovascular, Anti-inflammatory, Mood Lifting, Memory Cardiovascular – strengthens the heart muscle, chest pain (angina), coronary artery disease, improves blood circulation, regulates heart rhythm, regulates BP, lowers cholesterol, varicose veins Anti-inflammatory – Antioxidant Mood Lifting – grieving, sadness, mild depression – tincture from the fresh plant and berries Memory – improves memory due to…
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Motherwort
Leonurus cardiaca Cardiovascular, Nervous system, PMS & Menopause Cardiovascular – strengthens stressed heart (for physically and emotionally stressed heart); cardiac tonic; racing heart; irregular heart beats; palpitations; tachycardia (fast heart beat); improves blood circulation; lowers BP; prevents calcification of arteries; high cholesterol; Nervous system – relaxing herb with sedative effect (best to use regularly) –…
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Solomon’s Seal
Polygonatum biflorum Tendons, Muscles, Bones & Ligaments Aid, Arthritis, Wounds/Skin, Gastrointestinal (GI), Respiratory, Reproductive, Neuroprotective, Blood glucose Tendons, Muscles, Bones & Ligaments Aid – stimulates tissue repair, tendonitis, joints, stretched (overused) muscles or ligaments. Apply root tincture to the area 2-3 times a day. Wounds/Skin – stimulates tissue repair, dry skin, wounds, boils, hemorrhoids, acne,…
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Dill
Anethum graveolens Gastrointestinal tract (GI), Antioxidant GI – indigestion, flatulence (take dill seeds infusion before meal), IBS, colic (infusion for colicky babies), menstrual cramps (great in combination of cramp bark), spasms Antioxidant – lowers inflammation Use: leaves, seeds, essential oil Dill also stimulates mother’s milk flow and has calming effect on both mothers and babies.…
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Lemongrass
Cymbopogon citratus Antibacterial, Oral, Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-pyretic, Digestive Aid, Calming, Antispasmodic, Antiseptic and Astringent, Repellent, Fragrance Antibacterial – Oral health – chew on leaves for bacterial cavities, gingivitis; cold, cough Anti-fungal – yeast and thrush (drink tea for 10 days) Anti-inflammatory – blocks sensation of pain such as arthritic pain, headache, stomachache, abdominal pain, muscle…