Catnip herb
(Nepeta
cataria)* |
Catnip is known for its effects on felines, but
has a very different effect on humans. This gentle herb is a
carminative, diaphoretic, mild antispasmodic and nervine. It is
specific for stress-induced gastrointestinal tract disturbances and
children’s fevers.
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Chamomile
flower
(Matricaria recutita)* |
Chamomile flower (Matricaria recutita) is a mild but effect remedy
for children and adults alike. The flowers are anti-inflammatory,
anti-spasmodic, carminative and sedative. Children find the taste
palatable and readily take it for teething pain, colic, cramps,
colds, irritability and night terrors. For adults it is a soothing
remedy for frazzled nerves, insomnia, tension headaches, irritable
bowel syndrome, morning sickness and ulcers. |
Ginger rhizome
(Zingiber officinale)* |
Used throughout Asia as a spice and medicine. Ginger is a warming
carminative, diaphoretic, anti-inflammatory agent, mild emmenagogue,
expectorant, circulatory stimulant and anti-nausea agent. Its
delightful taste makes it easy to take. It is used for a wide array
of symptoms including morning sickness, dysbiosis, achlorhydria,
cold/damp lung congestion, head colds, osteoarthritis, cold hands
and feet, fevers and travel sickness. |
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Lemon Balm
herb
(Melissa officinalis)* |
A member of the mint family used for millennia for treating stomach
aches, acid stomach, colds, depression and topically as an antiviral
(herpes sores). It is pleasant tasting and can be used as a tea,
tincture or glycerite for tension headaches, ADD, frazzled nerves
and temper tantrums. |
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Dandelion root (Taraxacum officinale)* |
Dandelion root (Taraxacum officinale) is a useful medicinal herb
that promotes liver, bowel and digestive function. It contains
inulin, a source of FOS which stimulates the growth of healthy bowel
flora. It also supports regeneration of hepatocytes and promotes
hepatic glutathione levels. It is useful for biliousness, clay
colored stools, constipation or a slow transit time. |
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Bibliography: |
Hobbs, C. Foundations of Health - the Liver and
Digestive Herbal, Capitola, CA 1992
Kligler, B. Chaudhary, S. Peppermint Oil. Am.
Fam Phys 2007: 75 (7): 1027-30
McIntyre, A. The Herbal for Mother and Child,
1992
Ravindran, PN.
Ginger: The Genus Zingiber, Boca Raton, 2004
Schilcher, H. Phytotherapy
in Paediatrics, Stuttgart, 1997
Wichtl, M. Herbal Drugs and
Phytopharmaceuticals, Stuttgart, 1994 |
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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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