Tag: food
-
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,…
-
Red Clover
Red clover is an estrogen regulator that helps with menopause. It has been used respiratory aid and blood and lymph cleanser.
-
Dandelion
Taraxacum officinale DETOXIFIER; Gastrointestinal (Gi), Cleanser, Antioxidant, Skin, Osteoporosis, Blood sugar, Anemia, Blood pressure, Antibacterial, Anti-fungal, Lactation, Anti-inflammatory Gi – roots – bitter, rich in inulin, used for GI (acts as prebiotic, stimulant – take before meal); liver (stimulates bile production that aid in fat digestion and toxin removal and electrolyte restoration); non-alcoholic jaundice; fatty…
-
Oxalis
Vitamin C, UTI, Fever, Stomach, Liver, Skin, Mouth, Antidote Vitamin C – high amount – treats scurvy, helps with flu UTI – treats urinary tract infection Fever – cooling effect Stomach – enteritis, hookworms in kids Liver – liver problems Skin – use topically for cuts, scrapes, rashes, boils, acne, insect bites, burns, skin infection…
-
Onion Soup
Allium cepa Onions – potassium, vitamin C, B vitamins, heart, cancer, kill germs, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant, anti-rheumatic Kill germs (sulphur compounds such as allicin and alliin; add onions to meat to fight bacteria in meat; cold, flu, cough; apply to skin to fight fungus, yeast and parasites or soothe the sting from insect bites);…
-
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,…
-
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.…
-
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…
Herbs, Spices, Weeds, Plants and more 