Nigella sativa, more commonly called Black seed, has been used to heal the body of all sorts of maladies for centuries. It is even reportedly mentioned in the Koran. It is said that prophet Mohammad refers to it as ‘the… Read More »Black Seed (Nigella Sativa) Cures HIV/AIDS
Dandelion is considered a pesky weed that pops up in people’s garden, on their landscape and just about anywhere they could squeeze themselves. They are however a very valuable herb that is rich in nutrients and possess a number of… Read More »13 Uses of Dandelion
DANDELION TONIC – 1 to 3 tsp dandelion root per cup of water (depending on how strong you want it). – Bring to a boil, turn heat to low and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Dosage: Drink… Read More »Dandelion Herbal Recipes – Tea, Tonic and Tincture
Most of us have been worried about our skin at one time or another. It will please you to know that there are many herbs that can be used internally and externally to address skin conditions and help to improve… Read More »Herbs for Skin Health and Healing – Acne, Eczema, Psoriasis
These dandelion burdock spring tonic recipes just might be the very thing you need now! What better time to cleanse and strengthen the organs than Spring! A tonic combining both dandelion and burdock together, or in combination with other herbs,… Read More »Dandelion Burdock Spring Tonic Recipes
Herbs for pains Below are some herbs that may help to relieve pains in various parts of the body. Anamu (Gunea Hen Weed) relieve muscular aches and pain Arnica Soothe muscle aches, joint pains, muscle spasm, arthritis Boswellia joint, arthritis pain (osteoarthritis)… Read More »Herbs for Pain
What is circulation Circulation refers to the blood’s ability to move freely throughout the body. It is “the movement of blood through the vessels of the body induced by the pumping action of the heart”. Why is it important Circulation… Read More »How To Improve Circulation
Antacid Herbs Antacid herbs are those that neutralise excess acids in the stomach and intestines. Many also have demulcent properties to protect the stomach lining. People tend to use antacids when there is discomfort after eating, such as, acid-reflux, bloating,… Read More »Antacid Herbs
BURDOCK Scientific name: Arctium lappa, Arctium minus, Arctium spp. Common names: Hill, Lappa, Thorny Burr, Arctium, Arctium tomentosum, Bardana, Bardana-minor, Bardanae Radix, Bardane, Bardane Comestible, Bardane Géante, Bardane Majeure, Beggar’s Buttons, Burdock Root Extract, Burr Seed, Cocklebur, Cockle Buttons, Edible… Read More »Burdock
Diuretics Herbs Diuretics are herbs that increase the flow of urine. They allow the body to eliminate fluids without losing minerals, which is usually the case with diuretic medications. Ailments used to address Diuretics are used to treat fluid retention,… Read More »Diuretic Herbs
Alterative Herbs Alteratives are also known as ‘blood cleansers’ or ‘blood purifiers’. They have a positive effect on the body by gradually altering the general condition of the body; restoring proper function and improving the body’s defence. Alteratives address issues… Read More »Alterative Herbs
Below are a list of actions, therapeutic effects and definitions relating to herbs, medicine and the body. abortifacient an agent that can induce abortions alkaloid a nitrogenous, basic, and often medicinal, plant compound allergen a compound that produces an allergic… Read More »Herbs Actions & Related Definitions
