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Yarrow flowers
(Achillea millefolium) * |
A well-known
medicine used as a diaphoretic, styptic, anti-inflammatory,
antibacterial agent and diuretic. In addition to controlling
bleeding associated with irritable bowel syndrome and gastric
ulcers, Yarrow is a common cold and flu remedy, a urinary antiseptic
and a useful topical application for cuts, bruises and insect bites.
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Shepherd’s
Purse herb (Capsella bursa-pastoris) * |
Only active as
a fresh plant tincture; the dried herb is inert. Shepherd’s Purse is
used to treat hypertension, fibroids and urinary tract infections
with blood or pus in the urine.
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Tienchi
Ginseng root (Panax notoginseng) * |
An important
remedy in Chinese medicine. It increases cardiac blood flow, so it
is useful for angina and congestive heart failure. It has a
paradoxical effect in that it removes stagnant blood (bruises) and
also stops bleeding both topically and internally. |
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Cinnamon
bark (Cinnamomum cassia) * |
A wonderful
flavoring and spice, as well as a medicinal herb. It is a
carminative, styptic and antibacterial agent. It increases the
body’s utilization of endogenous insulin. |
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Bibliography: |
Bartram, T.
Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine, 1995
Bensky, A. and Gamble, D. Chinese Herbal Medicine - Materia
Medica, 1985
Ellingwood, F. New American Materia Medica, Therapeutics and
Pharmacognosy, 1919
Mitchell,
ND,
W. Naturopathic Applications of the Botanical Remedies, 1983 |
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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. |