Herbal Remedies

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  •            Ailment / Appropriate Herbs


Asthma /  Aloe Vera,   Chamomile,  Eucalyptus,  Evening Primrose,  Feverfew,  Ginkgo,  Plantain,  Marjoram,  Valerian

Burns / Apply Aloe Vera fresh gel to the wound.

Anti-Aging / Broccoli,   Ginkgo,  Ginseng,  Green Tea

Arthritis and Joint Injuries /  Apply boswellia and turmeric       Aloe Vera,   Angelica,  Broccoli,  Feverfew, Goldenrod,  Lavender, Mint,  St. John's Wort

Digestive Problems / Chamomile tea relaxes spasms of the smooth muscles and counters inflammation in the gut lining; it also has antiseptic and vasodilatory effects
 
Tract Infection / Cranberry prevents bacteria from sticking to the bladder wall long enough to cause an infection.

Colds and Flu /  Echinacea   revs up the immune system.

Lowering Cholesterol
/ Evening Primrose  seeds contain gamma-linolenic fatty acids

Migraine Prevention /   Feverfew the herb significantly reduces the frequency of migraine occurrence

Menopausal Discomfort  /  Flaxseed is rich in phytoestrogens (plant estrogens) that can take the heat out of hot flashes.

Osteoporosis
/  Flaxseed mimics HRT's bone-preserving ability

Bronchitis /  Borage,  Eucalyptus,  Hyssop,  Chamomile,  Oregano,   Plantain,   Poppy,   St. John's Wort,   Thyme,  Violet

Antibiotic /   Garlic kills H. pylori, the bacteria that cause ulcers. Raw garlic has the most antibiotic potency.

Cholesterol Control
  /    one-half to one clove of garlic per day reduces cholesterol by 9 percent.

Cancer Prevention
/    Garlic helps lower risk for prostate and bladder cancers.

Motion Sickness /  Ginger  assists in preventing morning sickness and nausea

Alzheimer's Disease  /  Ginkgo Improves blood flow around the the brain.

Stamima /  Ginseng increases stamina,

Digestive-Tract Infections / Goldenseal, an herbal antibiotic,

Congestive Heart Failure /  Hawthorn stimulates fatigued hearts to beat more normally

Hypertension /   Drinking hibiscus tea lowered blood pressure .

Skin Healing   /  Horsetail speeds the healing of wounds

Mouth Sores or Ulcers /  Lavender, Oxalis,  Periwinkle,  Sage

Anxiety  / a bath infused with lavender oil significantly reduced anger, frustration and negativity.

Bedwetting /  Valerian

Relaxation /   Lemon Balm and its oil have been used in Alzheimer's care units to calm those who are agitated.

Sore Throat /  licorice beverage tea, gives relief almost immediately.

Liver / Milk Thistle herb has been shown to help treat hepatitis and alcoholic cirrhosis.

Diarrhea and Constipation  /  For diarrhea, psyllium can absorb excess fluid in the gut. For constipation, psyllium adds bulk to stool, which presses on the colon wall and triggers the nerves that produce the urge to go.

Pain Relief /  Red Pepper is a potent topical pain reliever wen rubbed on the skin.

Headache /  Basil,   Chamomile,  Evening Primrose,  Lavender,  Lovage,  Marjoram,  Oregano,  Periwinkle,   Poppy,  Rosemary,  Scented Geranium,   Valerian,   Violet

Jaundice /  Chicory,   Fennel,  Parsley

Heart /  Drinking  green tea  improves survival odds after heart attack..

Cancer Prevention /   Green tea also appears to protect against cancers of the colon, rectum, and pancreas.

Memory /  Ginkgo,   Ginseng

Dizziness / Marjoram

Athlete's Foot --     Tea tree  an Australian plant with an antifungal, antiseptic oil.is very effective.

Dandruff   ---    Add a drop or two of tea tree oil each time you shampoo. Mint,   Lavender,  Rosemary

Insomnia  / valerian      Anise,   Chamomile,  Ginseng,  Lavender,  Poppy,  St. John's Wort,  Violet

Back Pain  --    White willow bark

Cough /  Angelica,   Anise, Bee Balm,  Borage,  Echinacea,  Garlic,  Ginseng,  Horehound,  Lantana,  Marjoram,  Oregano,  Plantain,  Poppy,  Radish,  St. John's Wort,   Violet

Hair Loss / Lavender,   Onion,   Rosemary
















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