Scientific name: Mikania spp. Species: cordifolia, glomerata, guaco, laevigata Other names: Guaco, Huaco, Guao, Vejuco, Bejuco, Gwaco Bush Family: Asteraceae Genus: Mikania Activities Anti-septic, anti-bacterial, tonic, depurative, hemostat, fungicide, cholagogue, febrifuge, laxative, aperative Constituents Guaco’s constituents include coumarin, lupeol acetate… Read More »Guaco (Mikania spp.) – Benefits and Uses
Latin Name: Commiphora gileadensis. Other Names: Balsam, Judaean Balsam, Balm of Mecca Families: Commiphora Habitat: India, W. Pakistan, Arabia, Tropical and Southern Africa. Parts Used: Leaf bud, resin Uses The gum resin obtained from the stem is astringent, demulcent, diaphoretic,… Read More »Balm of Gilead (Commiphora gileadensis)
BALM OF GILEAD (Poplar) Scientific Name: Populus Balsamifera, Populus spp. Other names: Balsam Poplar, Poplar buds, Populus gileadensis. French: Baumier. German: Mekkabalsambaum; Spanish: Bilsamo; Italian: Balsamo della Mecca; Indian: Gungal. Leaf buds. Habitat: Canada and North America Flowering and Fruiting:… Read More »Balm of Gilead (Poplar)
Greying of the hair is said to occur due to a gradual decrease of pigmentation that occurs when ‘melanin’ ceases to be produced in the hair root, and new hairs grow in without pigment. When greying occurs earlier than usual,… Read More »Herbal Remedies for Premature Greying of Hair
Strong Decoction of Mullein Ingredients: 4 ounces Mullein leaves and flowers, equal parts (cut) 3 pints distilled water Direction: Boil slowly for 15 minutes. Strain, press and reduce to 1 pint. Add 4 ounces glycerine, cool, bottle and keep in… Read More »Herbal Formula: Strong Decoction of Mullein (Tuberculosis)
Hiatal hernia occurs where the stomach protrudes into the lower chest, worsening heartburn and weakening the esophageal sphincter. Symptoms of Hiatal Hernia Symptoms of hiatal hernia are distension, regurgitation, belching, pain, heartburn (which worsens when lying down or stooping), feeling… Read More »Hiatal Hernia – Natural Remedies
Electric Nerve Stimulant & Vitaliser Ingredients: 1 ounce Chondrus crispus (whole) 1 ounce Bayberry bark (Myrica cerifera) (cut) 4 ounces Prickly Ash bark (Xanthoxylum fraxineum) (cut) Direction: 1. Put all ingredients into 2 quarts of distilled water. Stir well, then… Read More »Herbal Formula: Electric Nerve Stimulant & Vitaliser
Dandruff is dermatitis of the hair and scalp. It is a common skin condition that causes white or grey flakes to appear on the scalp and in the hair. Herbs for Dandruff Below are some herbs traditionally used to treat… Read More »Natural and Herbal Remedies for Dandruff
What is ringworm? Ringworm is also known as dermatophytosis or tinea. It is a contagious itching skin condition occurring in small circular patches, caused by any of a number of fungi and affecting chiefly the scalp or the feet. The… Read More »Ringworm – Natural Treatment and Self Care
Iron Phosphate Iron (Fe) and oxygen (O) combines with phosphorus (P) to form iron phosphate (FePO₄). There are different forms of iron phosphates, however, this article focuses on the natural conversion occurring in the body and plants (not the poisonous… Read More »Iron Phosphate – Benefits and Sources
A nervine is a plant remedy that has a beneficial effect upon the nervous system. Nervine Tonic Ingredients 2 oz Blue Vervain Herb (Verbena hastata) (cut) 2 oz Damiana Leaves (Turnera diffusa) (cut) 2 oz Scullcap Herb (Scutellaria) (cut) 2… Read More »Nervine Tonic (Nerves, Reproductive Problems and more)
Iron Fluorine involves two elements: iron and fluorine. You have probably watched or listened to Dr. Sebi’s presentation where he made reference to ‘iron fluorine’, and are trying to find more information about it – this article should help. I… Read More »Iron Fluorine
