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 is a very informative chart providing a concise and important explanation of food.
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
This a another healthy, easy recipe. It’s great for helping to move the bowel and not to mention tasty and nutritious! Ingredients 2 Bananas 1 Apple 2 Tbsp Flaxseed 1 Tbsp Chia seed 1 Cup Water 2 Tbsp Frozen Berries… Read More »Banana Flax Chia Pudding
The Role of Bones Our bodies are made up of approximately 206 bones. The bones form a part of the skeletal system which consists of bones, cartilage, and the membranes that line the bones. Each bone is an organ that… Read More »Bones and Connective Tissue Healing
This is another smoothie recipe, it’s delicious! You’ll love it – simple, yet tasty. Ingredients 2 Medium Sized Bananas 1/2 Apple 1 Tablespoon Flaxseed (ground or whole) 1 Cup Water Instructions 1. Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth.… Read More »Banana Apple Flax Smoothie
This is a simple tasty versatile smoothie recipe, I hope you will enjoy it. Ingredients 1 handful frozen fruits (berries) 1 small apple 1 large banana Directions 1. Blend and strain berries to remove seeds. 2. Add chopped apple and… Read More »Valentine’s Day Smoothie
Packing Your Own Capsules It is a definite advantage to learning how to pack your own capsules – I simply believe we should all learn how to, even if we still decide to buy pre-packaged formula. There are a few… Read More »How Much Herb To Use
This is another mushroom dish. You all know how I love my mushrooms :). I hope you will enjoy this one also. Ingredients 6 Medium sized mushrooms, diced 6 Cherry or plum tomatoes, cut in quarters 2 Stalks Scallion /… Read More »Mushroom Tomato Salad
Constipation occurs when one is unable to pass stool or completely empty one’s bowel. Issues of constipation affect young babies as well as the elderly. Many of us at some point have been constipated – it’s a very uncomfortable feeling.… Read More »Constipation