Burdock Root (Arctium lappa, A. minus)
- staph infections
- impetigo
- ulceration of the skin or mucous membrane
- blood purifier
- often combined with yellow dock or dandelion
Cat Nip (Nepeta cataria)
- anti-spasmodic for relieving indigestion and gas
- mild and specific remedy for infant colic
- sedative for sleeplessness
- helps dispel headache and sweating out fever
- dispels gallbladder attacks
- relieves cold and flu symptoms
- fever reducer
- for diarrhea in children
- a warm tea will bring on a delayed menstrual period
Chamomile German (Matricaria recutita)
- calms the stomach
- improves digestion if taken after a meal
- calms nervousness
- promotes a deep sleep
- soothes depression
- helps with headaches, muscle pain, sciatica and menstrual cramps
- given to children with hyperactive problems
- discourages nightmares
- inactivates and binds bacteria, fungus and toxins including staph and Candida
- decreases histamine
Chickweed (Stellaria media)
- nourishing and strengthening
- heals wounds
- cools fevers, infections, inflammations
- heals eye infections and injuries
- joint oiler
- fat dissolver/metabolic balancer
Comfrey Leaf (Symphyton officinalis)
- speeds healing of broken bones, bruises, pulled muscles, ligaments, sprains,
ulcerations and shallow cuts; use internally and topically
- use internally no longer than 3 weeks at a time
- repairs the digestive tract lining
- heals peptic and duodenal ulcers
- heals colitis and hiatal hernias
- improves digestion if taken prior to meal
- eases stomach ulcers
Dandelion Root (Taraxacum officinale)
- helps indigestion and arteriosclerosis
- spring tonic, somewhat laxative
- improves the function of the liver
- blood cleanser
- diuretic
Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea)
- immune stimulant that increases overall resistance to disease
- stops early phases of bacteria/viral infections
- speeds recovery of colds, flu, and upper respiratory problems
- not recommended for auto immune disease
“ reaches it's peak of potency after 2 weeks of use at a time”
Elderberry (Sambucus canadensis)
- great for colds and flu
- good for sinusitis
- great anti-inflammatory
- high in Vitamin C
- stimulates the immune system
Elder Flower (Sambucus nigra)
- for colds, flus, hayfever, and sinus congestion
- eye wash
- makes a soothing gargle for sore throats
Ginger*Wild* (Asarum canadense)
- calms anxiety attacks
- digestive aid
- reduces gas and abdominal bloating
- helps with nerve disorders
- energy balancer
Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)
- Brain tonic
- Enhances memory
- Boosts oxygen levels
- Increases blood flow
- Lessens ringing in the ears
Hawthorn Berry (Crataegus oxyacantha)
- for heart related illness; recuperating from heart surgery, heart attack,
- degenerative heart disease, irregular heart beat, arteriosclerosis, weak heart muscles
- regulates blood pressure
- helps with circulation
Holy Basil-Krishna Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum syn-o-denuflorum)
- adaptogenic/anti-stress/anti-fatigue
- antibacterial and anti-fungal
- liver protector
- prevention and treatment of gastric ulcers
- anti-inflammatory effect
- anti-aging effect
Horsetail (Equisetum arvense)
- nourishes hormones, heart and bones
- stimulates fracture; mending and bone repair
- reverses and stabilizes gum disease and loss of jaw bone
- relieves cystitis
- reduces bloat
- prevents clogged arteries, strengthens veins
- eases persistent hot flashes
- increases energy
- nourishes strong, healthy hair and fingernails
- combine with stinging nettles for even better effects
Use only early spring horsetail.
Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)
- good for nerves
- eases digestive tract spasms
- mild anti-depressant properties
- helps tension, depression, migraines, anxiety, induced palpitation
- helps overexcitement in children
- mild anti-viral influences
- known to help with ADD/ADHD
- improves taste/activity with other herbs
- helps insomnia
- drink to stop a crying jag
Lemongrass (cymbopogon citratus)
- Nervous and digestive problems
- Headaches
- Fly, flea, and mosquito repellant
- Very fragrant-air freshner
Lilac (Syringa vulgaris)
- mood elevator
- aligns chakras
- assists Kundalini energy flow up the spine
- Gaia energy
- mother/child bonding
Linden Flower (Tillia spp)
- drink for nervous tension
- helpful for some migraines
- can help arteriosclerosis and hypertension
Lobelia (Lobelia inflata)
- useful for chronic debilitating cough, asthma, emphysema and other lung-related
- problems.
- use in marshmallow tea or with demulcent tinctures
- use only low doses diluted in a cup of water
This is on the FDA's restricted list.
Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca)
- helps nerves
- heart tonic
- helps with heart palpitations due to anxiety/panic
- regulates menstrual cycle
- regulates hyperactive thyroid
- calming if you need calming
- energizing if you need energy
- for anxiety/panic attacks
Mullein Flower (Verbascum thapsus )
- helps upper respiratory condition such as bronchitis, asthma, whooping cough, croup
- relieve inflammation, colitis, diarrhea, chest colds
- soothing demulcent to upper respiratory tract; gently astringent and expectorant
- mildly sedative
Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris)
- stops excessive menstrual bleeding
- arrests threatened miscarriages
- helps digestion
- promotes liver detoxification
- kills parasites and worms
- can be topically applied to relieve itching
(avoid large amounts over a long period of time)
Nettles, Stinging (Urtica dioica)
- to protect cells from damage while receiving chemo and radiation
- spring tonic, blood builder, blood cleanser
- high in chlorophyll
- bolsters entire body, improves resistance to allergies
- beneficial for all varieties of eczema
- a source of calcium
- keeps the pineal gland healthy
- base tea to add other herbs to for specific conditions
Peppermint (Mentha piperita)
- helps with indigestion
- relaxes the digestive tract's muscles
- relieves colon spasms
- remedy for irritable bowel syndrome
- heals ulcers and decreases inflammation
- eases nervous headaches
- kills bacteria, parasites, and viruses in the stomach
- balances intestinal flora
- destroys fungus infections and ringworm
- destroys herpes simplex
- energizing
Poppy Flower (Eschscholzia californica)
- non-addictive sedative
- works on nervous system
- useful for anxiety/restlessness
- pain reliever for body/head/teeth
- mild for children, sensitive people and elderly
Red Clover Blossoms (Tri folium pretense)
- spring tonic (blood cleanser)
- blood thinning alternative
- supplement to cancer
- normalizes estrogen levels
- helps with menopause maintenance of healthy bones, skin and arteries
Do not take if on prescription blood thinner. Red Raspberry Leaf (Rubus species)
- uterine/pregnancy tonic herb
- rich in nutrients
- increases fertility in both men and women
- eases morning sickness
- prevents miscarriage and hemorrhages
- reduces labor pain and after birth
- provides a safe and speedy parturition
Rosemary (Rosemarinus officinails)
- increases circulation
- helps headaches
- fights bacteria/fungal infections
- improves digestion
- helps liver, gall bladder and intestinal tract
- inhibits kidney bladder stone formation
- aids in sort throat, gum problems, canker sores
- helps with memory
- helps low energy, low blood pressure
Sage, Garden (Salvia officinalis)
- for anti-fungal, bacterial, viral
- helps diminish secretions, perspiration/salvia problems
- stimulates memory
- well known for helping with colds/flu, laryngitis, staph infections, sore gums, sore throat
- can be used as a natural anti-perspirant
- helps reduce hot flashes
- will lower blood sugar levels if drank on an empty stomach
Spearmint (Mentha spicata)
- improves digestion
- reduces muscle spasms in the stomach
- freshens breath
- cures hiccups
- mild for children
Thyme ( Thymus vulgaris)
- useful for upper respiratory infection: viral or bacterial
- coughs, whooping cough and bronchitis
- clears congestion
- gargle for sore throats and infected gums
- destroys the shingles virus
- improves digestion
- destroys intestinal parasites
- helps with menstrual cramps
Violet (Viola tricolor/odorata)
- Upper respiratory infections and coughs in children
- For cradle cap, hives, rashes
- For oral cancers
- Softens hard lumps and counteracts cancer
- Helps with coughs and asthma
Wild Rose ( Rosa damasena)
- Hormone balancer
- Autonomic nervous system
- Humectant for normal to dry, mature skin
- Mildly astringent
Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana)
- Use topically for redness, rashes, itching, swelling and scaling of skin
- Anti-inflammatory/antiseptic
Yarrow (Achillea millafolium)
- relieves indigestion and heartburn
- improves digestion of fatty foods
- allays bleeding internally and externally
- relieves urinary tract infections and stones
- eases stomach ulcers
- Stabilizes body fluids
- Anti-inflammatory
- Mild antibacterial/antiseptic for skin problems
Yellow Dock (Rumex crispus)
- mild laxative, useful in treating constipation and iron deficiency.
- cleansing tonic for dispelling toxins from the system
- improves oily skin and acne, psoriasis, eczema.
Do not take if you have a history of kidney stones
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