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Black
Cohosh fresh root
(Cimicifuga racemosa)
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An emmenagogue,
antispasmodic, oxytocic and partus preparator useful in treating
cases of dysmenorrhea with scanty flow, amenorrhea, muscular pain in
the back, pelvis and thighs, post partum pain and pain from
salpingitis. This herb is also indicated for rheumatic neuralgia,
fibromyalgia, muscular pain and cases where the muscles feel
bruised.
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Myrrh gum
resin
(Commiphora myrrha) * |
An excellent
astringent and antiseptic used topically for apthous stomatata,
bedsores and herpes and as a gargle for strep throat, laryngitis and
pyorrhea. Used internally myrrh stimulates white blood cells and is
specifically indicated for acute infections of the mucous membranes
of the throat, stomach and bowels. Myrrh also helps to improve
digestion, reduce leaky gut syndrome and mildly stimulate thyroid
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Skullcap
fresh herb
(Scutellaria laterifolia) * |
A nervine
which strengthens a depleted, irritated nervous system. It is
indicated for nervous exhaustion, tremors, palsies, trigeminal
neuralgia and Parkinson's disease. Skullcap works well with stronger
antispasmodics for petit mal seizures, Tourette’s syndrome and
attention deficit disorders.
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Lobelia
herb in seed
(Lobelia inflata) * |
Has been used
for thousands of years by Native Americans and later by Thomsonian
and Eclectic physicians as a strong antispasmodic to the lungs,
heart and musculo-skeletal system. It can be used effectively in
combination with other herbs for spasmodic coughing (bronchitis,
asthma, pertussis). Lobelia is also indicated for nervous spasms
including petit mal epilepsy, angina pain and back spasms. |
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Skunk
Cabbage fresh root
(Symplocarpus foetidus)* |
A powerful
antispasmodic and anodyne. It is most effective in treating spasms
of the lungs, diaphragm and musculature such as asthma, back spasms,
dry irritive coughs and pertussis.
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Cayenne
fruit
(Capsicum frutescens) * |
Both an
intense food and a medicine. Cayenne increases digestive fire,
circulation and absorption of the other herbs in the formula. Rich
in flavonoids and carotenoids, these hot fruits have
anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity.
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Bartram, T.
Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine, Dorset, 1995
Clymer,
MD,
R. S. Nature’s Healing Agents,
Quakertown,
PA,
1973
Felter, H.W. The Eclectic Materia Medica, Pharmacology
and Therapeutics, Cincinnati, 1922
Kloss, J. Back to Eden, NP, 1939
Hool, R. Common Plants and Their Uses in Medicine,
Southport, 1922
Locke,
MD,
F. and Felter, MD, H. W. Syllabus of Eclectic Materia Medica and
Therapeutics,
Cincinnati,
1901 |
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*Herbal
Therapeutics Research Library
Author: David Winston (RH) AHG
©2007
Herbal Therapeutics Research Library. All rights reserved |
Disclaimer: The information on
historical, ethnobotanical and phytotherapeutic uses of herbs and
traditional formulas contained herein is based on the experience and
research of the author. It is not intended as a substitute for
consulting with your physician or other health care provider. Any
attempt to diagnose and treat an illness should be done under the
direction of a health care professional. The publisher and author
are not responsible for any adverse effects or consequences
resulting from the use of any of the information discussed. Should
you have any questions concerning the appropriateness of any
preparation mentioned, the author strongly suggests consulting a
professional health care advisor. |
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