Tag: herb
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Ginkgo Biloba
Circulation, Neuroprotective, Antioxidant, Respiratory, Anti-inflammatory Circulation – blood vessel dilator – Raynaud’s disease, varicose veins, hemorrhoids, some headaches and migraines, erectile dysfunction, low libido, eye support, hearing support, tinnitus, hair growth, stroke Antioxidant – (flavonoids, terpenoids) – neuropathy, eye sight, cardiovascular, aging Neuroprotective – memory, learning, cognition, tiredness, dementia, Alzheimer, stress, anxiety, depression, Respiratory –…
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Lyreleaf sage
Salvia lyrata Infection, Skin conditions, Gastrointestinal (Gi), Respiratory, Anti-anxiety Infection – mouth, sore throat (gargle tea or chew leaves) Skin conditions – sores, wounds, burns, cuts, warts- salve from the root, insect bites – poultice (crushed leaves), skin cancer – use root salve (plant is also called cancer weed, cancer root) Gi – laxative Respiratory…
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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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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…
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Spiderwort:
Small-Leaf Spiderwort Tradescantia fiumiensis – White flowers Virginia Spiderwort Tradescantia virginiana – Purple flowers Ohio Spiderwort Tradescantia ohiensis – Purple Flowers Purple Heart Tradescantia pallida – all purple even the leaves – Not edible Detoxification, Skin, Female reproductive, Gastrointestinal (Gi), Cancer Detoxification – aid to kidneys – blood circulation and diuresis Gi – Protects and…
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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…
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