herbal remedies by InternetLord 2013/06/27 05:33
For centuries, herbal remedies have increased overall
health, vitality, and life expectancy. They are used to
treat illness and to restore the body to health. The
low risks and potential for no side effects make these
remedies appealing when compared with commercial
drugs.
Common herbal remedies include the
following:
*Goldenseal:
This herb is known for its antibiotic properties.
Tea: add to 1 teaspoon of powdered root
goldenseal for each cup. Steep ten minutes.
Use in up to two cups daily.
*Chamomile:
This herb is known for relieving stomach
distress, calming nerves, fighting infection,
speeding healing processes, and preventing
ulcers. Tea: Add 2 to 3 teaspoons per cup.
Steep for 10 to 20 minutes. Use in up to three
cups daily.
*Garlic:
Garlic is a strong natural antibiotic in chopped or
chewed form. It helps reduce cholesterol and the risk
of heart attacks as it prevents the forming of blood
clots. Garlic also contains anti-viral properties. Use in
food: season to taste. Tea: for six hours, steep six
cloves in a cup of cool water.
*Slippery Elm Bark:
Buy this herb in throat lozenges, cough drops, or in
bulk. Slippery elm bark provides relief for upset
stomachs, coughs, and sore throats. Tea: Boil and
simmer 1 to 3 teaspoons of powder in a cup. Take in
up to three cups daily.
*Gingseng:
Ginseng is used to increase stamina, provide liver
protection from harmful substances, and stimulates
the immune system. When tested on animals, sexual
activity increased. To use: follow packaging
directions for capsules, tinctures, tablets, and teas.
*Dandelion:
This herb helps alleviate premenstrual bloating and
may provide anti-inflammatory results. Tea: Steep
ounce dried leaf in each cup for ten minutes. Take up
to three cups with dandelion daily.
*Feverfew:
Feverfew is used to help prevent migraines. Studies
are now confirming feverfews effects. To use: Take
an 85 milligram capsule or pill of leaf material. Tea:
add - 1tsp per cup. Steep for 5-10 minutes. Drink
in up to 2 cups daily.
*Raspberry Leaf:
This herb is widely used to treat uterine irritability,
morning sickness, and to help prevent miscarriage in
pregnancy. Tea: add 1 to 2 teaspoons per cup. Steep
for 10 minutes. Drink up to three cups daily.
*Spearmint and Peppermint:
Provides indigestion relief. Tea: add 2 teaspoons
dried or 1 teaspoon of fresh per cup. Steep for 10
minutes. Can be reheated. Drink up to 3 cups daily.
Bath: place a few handfuls of fresh or dried leaves in
a cloth bag and run it under water for a relaxing bath.
*Comfrey:
This herb aids in new cell growth and helps heal
wounds because it contains allantoin. To use: Cover
scrapes or clean cuts with a bruised leaf. Hold in
place with a bandage. WARNING: Not for internal use.
*Senna:
Senna is a strong laxative with a terrible taste. A
commercial product or tincture is recommended.
Take only as much as the package directs to prevent
abdominal distress.
*Uva Ursi:
This herb is used along with other medical
treatments. Uvi Ursi is bitter and provides urinary
antiseptic and diuretic results. Tea: Add one
teaspoon per cup and boil for ten minutes. Drink up
to three cups daily.
*Ginger:
Ginger may reduce the risk of heart attack by
preventing internal blood clots. Also used for motion
sickness. To treat motion sickness, 30 minutes before
departure take 2 or 3 500 milligram capsules. Tea:
add 2 teaspoons of grated or powdered ginger per
cup. Steep for 10 minutes. Drink up to 3 cups daily.
*Chinese Ephedra:
This herb is often used to treat asthma and colds.
However, it can cause problems including insomnia
and raise blood pressure. WARNING: Do not take
Chinese ephedra until consulting with your health
care provider, especially if you are nursing or
pregnant. Do not give to children under 13 years of
age.
*Licorice:
This herb is used to relieve ulcers and soothe sore
throats. For ulcers: add teaspoon of powder per
cup and boil for 10 minutes. Drink up to two cups
daily. Sore throat: mix a pinch of the root with tea.
WARNING: taking large amounts of licorice can be
harmful.
Remember health is wealth
For centuries, herbal remedies have increased overall
health, vitality, and life expectancy. They are used to
treat illness and to restore the body to health. The
low risks and potential for no side effects make these
remedies appealing when compared with commercial
drugs.
Common herbal remedies include the
following:
*Goldenseal:
This herb is known for its antibiotic properties.
Tea: add to 1 teaspoon of powdered root
goldenseal for each cup. Steep ten minutes.
Use in up to two cups daily.
*Chamomile:
This herb is known for relieving stomach
distress, calming nerves, fighting infection,
speeding healing processes, and preventing
ulcers. Tea: Add 2 to 3 teaspoons per cup.
Steep for 10 to 20 minutes. Use in up to three
cups daily.
*Garlic:
Garlic is a strong natural antibiotic in chopped or
chewed form. It helps reduce cholesterol and the risk
of heart attacks as it prevents the forming of blood
clots. Garlic also contains anti-viral properties. Use in
food: season to taste. Tea: for six hours, steep six
cloves in a cup of cool water.
*Slippery Elm Bark:
Buy this herb in throat lozenges, cough drops, or in
bulk. Slippery elm bark provides relief for upset
stomachs, coughs, and sore throats. Tea: Boil and
simmer 1 to 3 teaspoons of powder in a cup. Take in
up to three cups daily.
*Gingseng:
Ginseng is used to increase stamina, provide liver
protection from harmful substances, and stimulates
the immune system. When tested on animals, sexual
activity increased. To use: follow packaging
directions for capsules, tinctures, tablets, and teas.
*Dandelion:
This herb helps alleviate premenstrual bloating and
may provide anti-inflammatory results. Tea: Steep
ounce dried leaf in each cup for ten minutes. Take up
to three cups with dandelion daily.
*Feverfew:
Feverfew is used to help prevent migraines. Studies
are now confirming feverfews effects. To use: Take
an 85 milligram capsule or pill of leaf material. Tea:
add - 1tsp per cup. Steep for 5-10 minutes. Drink
in up to 2 cups daily.
*Raspberry Leaf:
This herb is widely used to treat uterine irritability,
morning sickness, and to help prevent miscarriage in
pregnancy. Tea: add 1 to 2 teaspoons per cup. Steep
for 10 minutes. Drink up to three cups daily.
*Spearmint and Peppermint:
Provides indigestion relief. Tea: add 2 teaspoons
dried or 1 teaspoon of fresh per cup. Steep for 10
minutes. Can be reheated. Drink up to 3 cups daily.
Bath: place a few handfuls of fresh or dried leaves in
a cloth bag and run it under water for a relaxing bath.
*Comfrey:
This herb aids in new cell growth and helps heal
wounds because it contains allantoin. To use: Cover
scrapes or clean cuts with a bruised leaf. Hold in
place with a bandage. WARNING: Not for internal use.
*Senna:
Senna is a strong laxative with a terrible taste. A
commercial product or tincture is recommended.
Take only as much as the package directs to prevent
abdominal distress.
*Uva Ursi:
This herb is used along with other medical
treatments. Uvi Ursi is bitter and provides urinary
antiseptic and diuretic results. Tea: Add one
teaspoon per cup and boil for ten minutes. Drink up
to three cups daily.
*Ginger:
Ginger may reduce the risk of heart attack by
preventing internal blood clots. Also used for motion
sickness. To treat motion sickness, 30 minutes before
departure take 2 or 3 500 milligram capsules. Tea:
add 2 teaspoons of grated or powdered ginger per
cup. Steep for 10 minutes. Drink up to 3 cups daily.
*Chinese Ephedra:
This herb is often used to treat asthma and colds.
However, it can cause problems including insomnia
and raise blood pressure. WARNING: Do not take
Chinese ephedra until consulting with your health
care provider, especially if you are nursing or
pregnant. Do not give to children under 13 years of
age.
*Licorice:
This herb is used to relieve ulcers and soothe sore
throats. For ulcers: add teaspoon of powder per
cup and boil for 10 minutes. Drink up to two cups
daily. Sore throat: mix a pinch of the root with tea.
WARNING: taking large amounts of licorice can be
harmful.
Remember health is wealth
Kgoxz 2013/06/27 05:50
Weed...
For stress relief n calming down da nerves. Good 4 building up an apetite n even helps in fighting flu.
Smoke 8 blunts in 3 hour gaps 2 feel HIGHLY meditated...
Weed...
For stress relief n calming down da nerves. Good 4 building up an apetite n even helps in fighting flu.
Smoke 8 blunts in 3 hour gaps 2 feel HIGHLY meditated...
Manal 2013/06/27 05:50
Garlic,ginger,mint that's what easy to find to my fridge others I need to search in the market
nice info thanks
Garlic,ginger,mint that's what easy to find to my fridge others I need to search in the market
nice info thanks
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