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Echinacea
fresh root
(E. angustifolia, E. purpurea, E. pallida) * |
Indicated for
acute viral or bacterial infection (colds, flu, bronchitis,
septicemia, Streptococcus, Staphylococcus.) Echinacea is also used
for acute prostatitis, rhinitis, sinusitis, tonsillitis, and
pyorrhea. Locally it is used for infections, inflammation, and
abscesses.
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Osha root
(Ligusticum porteri) * |
After a long
history of use by Native Americans, Osha has finally gained
recognition as a major medicinal plant. An antibacterial expectorant
and bronchiodilator, it is useful for cold/damp lung conditions. Its
mild antihistamine activity is useful in the treatment of rhinitis,
head colds and allergies. This aromatic root is also carminative,
diaphoretic and an emmenagogue. |
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Eyebright
fresh herb
(Euphrasia canadensis) * |
Rich in
anti-inflammatory flavonoids. It reduces secretions from the mast
cells and histamine response in the sinuses. These properties make
Eyebright useful in cases of acute irritation of the sinuses, nasal
passages and eyes, with profuse mucus, pain and itching. It is also
indicated for hay fever, sinusitis, head colds and ear infections in
children. |
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Horseradish
fresh root
(Armoracia rusticana) * |
A rich source
of antibacterial sulfur compounds. It acts as a powerful
bronchiodilator and antispasmodic herb. |
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Bayberry root
bark
(Morella cerifera) * |
Long been used
by Native Americans and later by Thomsonian and Eclectic
practitioners for excessive mucous discharge. It helps dry up boggy
mucus membranes, strengthen tissue and re-establish normal function.
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Bibliography: |
Felter, H. W.
The Eclectic Materia Medica, Pharmacology and Therapeutics,
Cincinnati, 1922
Moore,
M. Medicinal Plants of the Mountain West, Santa Fe,
1979
Sherman, J. A., ND The Complete Botanical Prescriber, 3rd
edition, 1993
Therapeutic Approaches to Allergy,
Protocol Journal of Botanical Medicine, vol. 1 #2, 1995, pp. 52-91 |
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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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