HERBAL MATERIA MEDICA A brief outline of major medicinal plants, giving preferred media, strengths, and common dosage ranges compiled by Michael Moore. ABIES (Tsuga canadensis, Canada Balsam, Hemlock Spruce) BARK. EXTERNAL: Weak Decoction. INTERNAL: Weak Decoction, 1-3 fluid ounces. Tincture [1:5, 50% alcohol] 5-20 drops.
Eva Salve – Product Description Nourishes and tones the skin. High in calcium, fluorine and potassium phosphate. Vital to healthy skin rejuvenation. Main Ingredients Shea Butter (Vitellaria paradoxa) Nopal (Opuntia cacti) Lily of the Valley (Convallaria majalis) Olive Oil (Olea europaea) Arnica (Arnica montana) Sage
Lemon Balm for Hyperthyroidism Lemon balm is a herb that has been shown to be useful in the case of hyperthyroidism.1 Lemon Balm Recipe 1-2 teaspoon herb steep in 1 cup boiling water for 15 minutes. Strain and drink. Dose: 1 cup 2 to 3
Chaparral (Larrea divaricata) Other names: Creosote bush, Greasewood, black bush, Gobernadora, Hediondilla Family: Zygophyllaceae Parts used: Leaves, stems Action: Antibiotic, powerful blood cleanser, bactericidal, anti-inflammatory, alterative, respiratory and urinary antiseptic, anti-oxidant, anti-psoriasis, anti-arthritic. Contains NDGA a powerful parasiticide. Anti-tumour, anti-microbial. Strong bitter, enzyme inhibitor. All
General Flaxseeds Uses Tea: 2-3 teaspoons to cupful boiling water; infuse 15 minutes. Drink without filtering, with agave for sweetening if necessary. One-third-1 cup. Cold tea for stomach disorders: Half a teaspoon crushed Linseed to cup water soaked overnight. Drink the next morning. Heat if
Fucus – Product Description A natural diuretic. Flushes excess stagnant fluid from the body; removing dead cells and promoting healthy skin. High in magnesium, calcium, phosphate, and other minerals. Main Ingredient(s) – Fucus Vesiculosus (Bladderwack) Ingredient(s) Profile The below is mainly based on the traditional
Cow Milk and Human Health – A Review Cow’s milk exposure and type I diabetes mellitus. A critical overview of the clinical literature. Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8112184# Cow’s Milk and Immune-mediated Diabetes
Decoction of Lily of the Valley Root Ingredients: 2 ozs. Lily of the Valley Root (cut) 1 quart distilled water Instruction: 1. Put the root into the water and let stand for 6 hours. 2. Boil slowly for 1 hour, while closely covered. 3. Strain,
Lily of the Valley (L.O.V) Product description Addresses the heart and central nervous system. Main Ingredient(s) – Lily of the Valley (Convallaria majalis) How does Lily of the Valley helps the heart and nervous system Lily of the Valley is a cardiac stimulant and mild
Lupulo Breaks up inflammation, relieves pain, and calms the nervous system. Main Ingredient(s) – Lupulo (humulus lupulus) How does lupulo help the body? Lupulo, also called hops has been used in folk medicine internally for nervousness and insomnia, anxiety, nerve pain, priapism (persistent and painful
I made this salad today. I just wanted something simple and healthy. The ingredients are likely already in your kitchen, so why not go ahead and make one. My salads are always simple, colourful and easy to make. Ingredients 1 small head of lettuce, cut
Potassium Phosphate (Kali Phosphoricum) is said to be good as a brain food, helpful for nerve and brain imbalances. A deficiency in potassium phosphate could cause several health issues including those highlighted below: a. mental/emotional symptoms predominate b. Feel as if “I’m too tired to