Tag: natural
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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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Chickweed
Stellaria media Arthritis, Skin, Nerve pain, Gastrointestinal (Gi), Blood cleanser Arthritis – tea or tincture, bath soak – relieves inflammation and pain from arthritis Skin – rashes, roseola, dermatitis, eczema, hives, shingles, varicose veins – crushed leaves poultice , bath soak Nerve pain GI – constipation (strong decoctions have purgative action), eases digestive pain Cleanser…
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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…
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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);…
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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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Asafoetida
Ferula asafoetida Flu, Cancer, Gastrointestinal tract (Gi) Gi – Aids in digestion, IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) intestinal cramping, bloating, gas You can obtain it as a solid resin, paste or powder. It has a distinct odor that is less pronounced when cooked. This spice is used in vegetables, curries, or with salt as a meat tenderizer.…
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