Post by Allan on Aug 4, 2007 15:35:46 GMT -5
Iceland Moss
MEDICINAL: Iceland Moss, a lichen, has been used for centuries to treat all kinds of chest ailments. It is used to nourish the weak, elderly, and weakly children.
GROWING: Iceland Moss grows in cold, humid mountain areas and wooded areas. It grows to 4 inches tall.
Infertility
Add one drop each of the aromatherapy oils cypress, clarysage, geranium, Roman chamomile and bergamot to a light massage oil. Gently massage this scented oil once a day over the abdomen, hips and lower back. Start this treatment on the last day of the menstrual period and continue through the ovulation cycle.
Influenza
One herb in particular, Boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum), is specifically recommended for the treatment of flu. You can combine boneset with elder flower, licorice and peppermint. Prepare this mixture as a strong tea, and drink one cup every 2 or 3 hours for relief. Omit the peppermint if you take homeopathic remedies.
Ivy
MAGICKAL: Ivy is grown to grow up the ouside of the home to act as a guardian and protector. It is worn by brides to bring luck to the marriage.
GROWING: Ivy has many different varieties, and most will adapt to many different soil and growing conditions. It grows throughout North America.
Lemon Balm
Lemon balm is a perennial herb with small white flowers that bloom in the summer. It may also be called simply balm or Melissa. Use a handful of crushed, fresh leaves to one pot of hot water. (It's best used fresh, since the herb looses its essential oils unless it's very carefully dried.) Try the tea for anxiety that causes physical symptoms, such as headaches or especially upset stomach. This herb is also an antiviral that can combat cold and flu viruses.
Liniments
Liniments are made to be absorbed through the skin and must never be consumed, but only used externally. The most common type of liniment is one used for aching muscles. To get the herbal remedy into the muscles and ligaments, liniments are made of a mixture of the herb with alcohol or apple cider vinegar, and sometimes are made with an herbal oil. Here is one recipe for a warming and relaxing liniment.
Mix equal parts of Lobelia and Cramp Bark with a little Cayenne and one quart of rubbing alcohol in a container that can be closed. Let this stand for a week, shaking it well every day. Strain the mixture at the end of the week and store it in tightly sealed bottles. Rub a little of this into your tired muscles to relax them
Moles and Warts
A tried and true from Edgar Cayce involves the use of Castor oil to eliminate warts and moles. Apply a small amount of pure Castor oil (available in most pharmacies) to the wart or mole twice a day, with very gentle massage. It
can take several weeks to resolve an old wart or mole, but your persistence will pay off.
Poison Ivy
The plant Jewelweed often grows near poison ivy and is a
useful antidote. If you're sensitive to poison ivy, as so
many people are, keep Jewelweed on hand. Apply the diluted
tincture to the area, make a compress or make "ice cubes"
from a strong tea to cool and relieve the discomfort
Herbs During Pregnancy
These are herbs that will help the mother and baby in the early development stages.
Black Haw - used in the early stages of pregnancy to help prevent miscarriage
Blessed Thistle - used in the latter stages of pregnancy as a liver tonic and builder, as well as a stimulant of blood flow to the mammaries, and used to increase milk production; also reduces hemorrhaging during childbirth
Burdock Root - has a high concentration of vitamins and minerals and is a liver booster
Chamomile - lifts the spirits and calms the nerves, used for digestive disorders during pregnancy, is combined with ginger to help morning sickness, and has a high calcium content as well as an anti-inflammatory aid
Cramp Bark - a remedy to have handy in case of spot bleeding during early stages of pregnancy, and helps prevent miscarriage due to stress and anxiety
Dandelion - greens and root - a high source of vitamins and minerals, aids digestion, nourishes and tones the system, diuretic, useful for fatigue and exhaustion, liver booster
Ginger Root - used for morning sickness and digestive problems, safe during pregnancy for treating colds, sore throats, and congestion
Kelp - high in vitamins and minerals, aids thyroid
Nettle Leaf - rich in many vitamins and minerals, especially iron, so it is very useful for those suffering from chronic fatigue and exhaustion due to low iron, aids in enriching and stimulating flow of milk; good for use throughout all stages of the pregnancy
Red Raspberry Leaf - tones and nourishes the uterine muscles, rich in vitamins and minerals, enriches and increases milk flow, restores the system after childbirth; good for the entire pregnancy
Spirulina - high in vitamins and nutrients
- many nutritional benefits
Always remember to eat a very healthy diet when pregnant and/or nursing!
HERBS TO AVOID OR USE WITH CAUTION DURING PREGNANCY
Many herbs contain steroids that can affect the baby's development during pregnancy and/or nursing. Others may be of a mild toxic type, and others may be strong uterine stimulants. Please read this section carefully and take heed.
Angelica - stimulates suppressed menstruation
Black Cohosh - uterine stimulant - mostly used during labor
Blue Cohosh - a stronger uterine stimulant
Borage oil - a uterine stimulant - use only during the last few days of pregnancy
Comfrey - can cause liver problems in mother and fetus - use only briefly, externally only, for treating sprains and strains -
Dong Quai - may stimulate bleeding
Elder - do not use during pregnancy or lactation
Fenugreek - uterine relaxant
Goldenseal - too powerful an antibiotic for the developing fetus, also should not be used if nursing
Henbane - highly toxic
Horsetail - too high in silica for the developing fetus
Licorice Root - can create water retention and/or elevated blood pressure
Motherwort - stimulates suppressed menstruation
Mugwort - can be a uterine stimulant
Nutmeg - can cause miscarriage in large doses
Pennyroyal Leaf - stimulates uterine contractions (NOTE: Pennyroyal essential oil should not be used by pregnant women at any time!) - do not handle if pregnant or nursing
Rue - strong expellant
Saffron - can cause miscarriage and other problems
Shepherd's Purse - used only for hemmorhaging during/after childbirth
Uva Ursi - removes too much blood sugar during pregnancy and nursing
Yarrow - uterine stimulant
Scars
2 ounces of camphorated oil, one half teaspoon of dissolved lanolin and one ounce of peanut oil. Check your local health food store or pharmacy for the
ingredients. Gently massage this mixture into scarred areas (only after total closure of the skin, if you’re treating a new scar) twice a day to minimize or eliminate scar tissue.
Emergency Toothache Relief
If your toothache is coming from an infected tooth, relief may be as close as your teacup. Take a used tea bag, or thoroughly wet an ordinary black or orange pekoe tea bag with warm water and apply the bag to the painful area. The tannins in black tea will help to draw the toxins out of the gums. Contact your dentist for assessment
MEDICINAL: Iceland Moss, a lichen, has been used for centuries to treat all kinds of chest ailments. It is used to nourish the weak, elderly, and weakly children.
GROWING: Iceland Moss grows in cold, humid mountain areas and wooded areas. It grows to 4 inches tall.
Infertility
Add one drop each of the aromatherapy oils cypress, clarysage, geranium, Roman chamomile and bergamot to a light massage oil. Gently massage this scented oil once a day over the abdomen, hips and lower back. Start this treatment on the last day of the menstrual period and continue through the ovulation cycle.
Influenza
One herb in particular, Boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum), is specifically recommended for the treatment of flu. You can combine boneset with elder flower, licorice and peppermint. Prepare this mixture as a strong tea, and drink one cup every 2 or 3 hours for relief. Omit the peppermint if you take homeopathic remedies.
Ivy
MAGICKAL: Ivy is grown to grow up the ouside of the home to act as a guardian and protector. It is worn by brides to bring luck to the marriage.
GROWING: Ivy has many different varieties, and most will adapt to many different soil and growing conditions. It grows throughout North America.
Lemon Balm
Lemon balm is a perennial herb with small white flowers that bloom in the summer. It may also be called simply balm or Melissa. Use a handful of crushed, fresh leaves to one pot of hot water. (It's best used fresh, since the herb looses its essential oils unless it's very carefully dried.) Try the tea for anxiety that causes physical symptoms, such as headaches or especially upset stomach. This herb is also an antiviral that can combat cold and flu viruses.
Liniments
Liniments are made to be absorbed through the skin and must never be consumed, but only used externally. The most common type of liniment is one used for aching muscles. To get the herbal remedy into the muscles and ligaments, liniments are made of a mixture of the herb with alcohol or apple cider vinegar, and sometimes are made with an herbal oil. Here is one recipe for a warming and relaxing liniment.
Mix equal parts of Lobelia and Cramp Bark with a little Cayenne and one quart of rubbing alcohol in a container that can be closed. Let this stand for a week, shaking it well every day. Strain the mixture at the end of the week and store it in tightly sealed bottles. Rub a little of this into your tired muscles to relax them
Moles and Warts
A tried and true from Edgar Cayce involves the use of Castor oil to eliminate warts and moles. Apply a small amount of pure Castor oil (available in most pharmacies) to the wart or mole twice a day, with very gentle massage. It
can take several weeks to resolve an old wart or mole, but your persistence will pay off.
Poison Ivy
The plant Jewelweed often grows near poison ivy and is a
useful antidote. If you're sensitive to poison ivy, as so
many people are, keep Jewelweed on hand. Apply the diluted
tincture to the area, make a compress or make "ice cubes"
from a strong tea to cool and relieve the discomfort
Herbs During Pregnancy
These are herbs that will help the mother and baby in the early development stages.
Black Haw - used in the early stages of pregnancy to help prevent miscarriage
Blessed Thistle - used in the latter stages of pregnancy as a liver tonic and builder, as well as a stimulant of blood flow to the mammaries, and used to increase milk production; also reduces hemorrhaging during childbirth
Burdock Root - has a high concentration of vitamins and minerals and is a liver booster
Chamomile - lifts the spirits and calms the nerves, used for digestive disorders during pregnancy, is combined with ginger to help morning sickness, and has a high calcium content as well as an anti-inflammatory aid
Cramp Bark - a remedy to have handy in case of spot bleeding during early stages of pregnancy, and helps prevent miscarriage due to stress and anxiety
Dandelion - greens and root - a high source of vitamins and minerals, aids digestion, nourishes and tones the system, diuretic, useful for fatigue and exhaustion, liver booster
Ginger Root - used for morning sickness and digestive problems, safe during pregnancy for treating colds, sore throats, and congestion
Kelp - high in vitamins and minerals, aids thyroid
Nettle Leaf - rich in many vitamins and minerals, especially iron, so it is very useful for those suffering from chronic fatigue and exhaustion due to low iron, aids in enriching and stimulating flow of milk; good for use throughout all stages of the pregnancy
Red Raspberry Leaf - tones and nourishes the uterine muscles, rich in vitamins and minerals, enriches and increases milk flow, restores the system after childbirth; good for the entire pregnancy
Spirulina - high in vitamins and nutrients
- many nutritional benefits
Always remember to eat a very healthy diet when pregnant and/or nursing!
HERBS TO AVOID OR USE WITH CAUTION DURING PREGNANCY
Many herbs contain steroids that can affect the baby's development during pregnancy and/or nursing. Others may be of a mild toxic type, and others may be strong uterine stimulants. Please read this section carefully and take heed.
Angelica - stimulates suppressed menstruation
Black Cohosh - uterine stimulant - mostly used during labor
Blue Cohosh - a stronger uterine stimulant
Borage oil - a uterine stimulant - use only during the last few days of pregnancy
Comfrey - can cause liver problems in mother and fetus - use only briefly, externally only, for treating sprains and strains -
Dong Quai - may stimulate bleeding
Elder - do not use during pregnancy or lactation
Fenugreek - uterine relaxant
Goldenseal - too powerful an antibiotic for the developing fetus, also should not be used if nursing
Henbane - highly toxic
Horsetail - too high in silica for the developing fetus
Licorice Root - can create water retention and/or elevated blood pressure
Motherwort - stimulates suppressed menstruation
Mugwort - can be a uterine stimulant
Nutmeg - can cause miscarriage in large doses
Pennyroyal Leaf - stimulates uterine contractions (NOTE: Pennyroyal essential oil should not be used by pregnant women at any time!) - do not handle if pregnant or nursing
Rue - strong expellant
Saffron - can cause miscarriage and other problems
Shepherd's Purse - used only for hemmorhaging during/after childbirth
Uva Ursi - removes too much blood sugar during pregnancy and nursing
Yarrow - uterine stimulant
Scars
2 ounces of camphorated oil, one half teaspoon of dissolved lanolin and one ounce of peanut oil. Check your local health food store or pharmacy for the
ingredients. Gently massage this mixture into scarred areas (only after total closure of the skin, if you’re treating a new scar) twice a day to minimize or eliminate scar tissue.
Emergency Toothache Relief
If your toothache is coming from an infected tooth, relief may be as close as your teacup. Take a used tea bag, or thoroughly wet an ordinary black or orange pekoe tea bag with warm water and apply the bag to the painful area. The tannins in black tea will help to draw the toxins out of the gums. Contact your dentist for assessment