Tag: digestion
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Linden Tree
Tilia sp. Sedative, Cardiovascular, Pain, Antispasmodic, Gastrointestinal (Gi), Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, Cancer, Diuretic, Diaphoretic Sedative – calming, relaxing, helps with anxiety, do not drive Cardiovascular – lowers blood pressure (vasodilator), atherosclerosis, angina, heart palpitations, circulation improvement (flavonoids) Pain – rheumatic, headaches, migraines, menstrual cramps, stomach pain Antispasmodic – involuntary muscle spasms, muscle cramping, antitussive – cough…
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Burdock root
Arctium lappa Detoxifier, Immune system, Gastrointestinal (Gi), Respiratory, Diabetes, Skin, Antioxidant Detoxifier – Diaphoretic (fever – promotes sweating), diuretic & blood purifier – removes toxins Immune system – lymphatic decongestant – stimulates lymphatic drainage and detoxification Gi – contains inulin = food for healthy bacteria in colon; mucilage – protects lining of the stomach &…
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Mace
Gastrointestinal, Skin, Oral, Circulation, Kidneys, Respiratory, Neuroprotective, Aphrodisiac, Anti-inflammatory, Minerals & Vitamins Gastrointestinal – stomach infections, gastroenteritis, stimulate digestion, bloating, flatulence, constipation, nausea, diarrhea, appetite enhancer Skin – eczema, ringworm, irritated skin, itchiness, blackheads, aids to radiant skin Oral – due to eugenol – toothache, bleeding gums, infections – antibacterial, bad breath, used in toothpaste…
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Rosemary
Rosmarinus officinalis Anti-inflammatory, Neuroprotective, Circulation, Gastrointestinal Anti-inflammatory – gut inflammation, nerve pain, joint pain, arthritis (pain and swelling – use in combination with other herbs) Neuroprotective – (carbonic acid) improves memory and concentration, dementia, alzheimer’s disease (combine with sage and/or ginkgo) Circulation – used for poor circulation (cold hands and feet) – cardiovascular support, lethargy,…