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Rumex crispus/ Yellow Dock
Indications? Contraindications? |
Rumex crispus/ Yellow Dock
Indications- Anemia, bowel stagnation/constipation, malabsorption, hypochlorhydria, liver congestion, chronic skin conditions (eczema, psoriasis), dry cough Contraindications: Oxalate kidney stones |
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Arcticum lappa
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Burdock, Gobo
- Actions: alterative, diuretic, demulcent, diaphoretic, nervine, relaxant, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, increases glucose tolerance, GI stimulant, balances hormones - Indications: skin disorders (boils), menopause, PMS, arthritis, gout, diabetes, chronic indigestion, lymphatic congestion, kidney weakness, UTI, cancer, fever, sore throat and preeclampsia |
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Urtica dioica
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Stinging Neetles
- Queen of the nutritional alteratives - Organ affinities: liver, blood, spleen, bone marrow, lymph - An herbal deconstruction crew - Properties: builder, destroyer, dries up mucus, stimulates protein building, nutritional alterative, anti-allergy, diuretic, anti-arthritis, sinus and liver support - Indications: atrophy (muscles or organs), stagnation, depression, toxicity, low BP, hair loss, mucus, diarrhea, swelling, edema, anemia of pregnancy, deficient lactation, arthritis, gout, burns, hives, depletion, weakness, allergies with protein sensitivities. |
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Trifolium pratense
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Red clover
Cough and skin •Family: pea (Fabaceae), has pods •Indications: cough and skin alterative, hot flashes, spasmodic coughing and pulmonary irritation with stagnation and congestion of glands, blood cleanser in skin conditions (eczema, acne and lingering cystic infections). •Bitter and cooling |
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Mahonia aquafolium and Mahonia nervosa
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Mahonia aquifolium (Oregon Grape) and Mahonia nervosa (Small Oregon Grape)
- Skin and blood - Root is used, contains berberine - Actions: alterative, tonic, digestant, detergent, antimetic, antibiotic |
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Medicago sativa
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Alfalfa
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What is VIRIDITAS?
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“The Green Flame”: The healing power of the divine in green things. The animating life force within all creation, giving it life, moisture and vitality. Coined by Hildegard of Bingen.
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What is an ALTERATIVE herb?
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- An herb that alters the body in a non-specific but broadly beneficial way.
- TONIC herb that brings the body back to balance through enhancing elimination. - Food-like in character - Alters a pathological metabolism back to a physiological metabolism. - Safe, can be used long-term |
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Alterative herbs have what specific physiological effects on the body?
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-Traditionally conceived of as a “blood purifier” or “blood cleanser”
-Improve the quality of the blood, increase the appetite, promote digestions and accelerate the process of elimination. |
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TRUE/FALSE
All Adaptogens are Alteratives but not all Alteratives are Adaptogens. |
TRUE
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Name some commonly used botanicals as alteratives.
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Bitter roots, including:
-Taraxacum officinalis (Dandelion) -Trifolium Pratense (Red Clover) -Rumex species (Yellow Dock, Curly Dock) -Berberis species (Oregon Grape, Barberry, Mahonia) -Chelidonium majus (Greater Celandine) |
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What are the 3 keys to learning from plants according to George Washington Carver?
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Love
Quality of Humility Expectancy born of Faith and Wonder |
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Describe how plants have a spiritual nature.
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Each herb has a spiritual identity, a personality pattern which stands, so to speak, with its eternal light. This spiritual personality teaches us about how a creature stands in the integrity of its being. Plants can teach us spiritual lessons of wholenss and healing. Remember the light of the vital force.
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DEPURATIVE:
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• Agents which increase the secretions of toxins from the body
• May act on kidneys, lymph or liver/biliary system • Referred to as “blood cleaners” |
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Name some medical conditions that indicate the need for alteratives.
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- Especially for general and chronic conditions
- Toxemia - Digestive, eliminatory and circulatory hypofunctioin - maldigestion, hypochlorhydrria, constipation, flatulence, liver dysfunction and acne |
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What are some contraindications for alteratives?
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Acute diarrhea
Cholectystitis Cholelithiasis |
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Describe how to make an herbal infusion.
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•1 part coarsely ground herb to 20 parts of boiling water
•Pour boiling water upon the herb •Stir and cover •Steep for 5 to 30 minutes depending on the herb •25 gm herb to 500 mL water •Average tea bag 3 gram to 240 mL (1 cup) |
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Describe how to make an basic decoction.
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•25 gm of herb to 500 mL of water
•Soak herbs in cool water •Bring to boil, cover and simmer 10-15 minutes, often longer •Strain and press -Better for roots and barks or not volatile plant parts, Mushrooms also -Can concentrate the strength of solution |
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Medicago
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Alfalfa
- Family fabacae - Actions: nutritive tonic, alterative, phytoestrogen, anti-tumor - Indications: insufficient nutrition, tendency toward emaciation, accompanying organ weakness |
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Populus Balsamifera
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Populus Balsamifera
Common name: Cottonwood Family: Salicaceae Parts used: unopened buds and bark |
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Populus Balsamifera/Cottonwood
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Populus Balsamifera/Cottonwood
Medicinal actions: STIMULATING expectorant, anti-microbial, antiseptic, vulnerary, laxative (bark), cathartic (bark) Dosing: salve, oil, liquid extract |
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Populus Balsamifera/Cottonwood
Indications? Contraindications? |
Populus Balsamifera/Cottonwood
Indications: dysentery, pharyngitis, enema for internal hemorrhoids, doche for leucorrhea, wash for wounds, joint pain, stiffness, colds, sore throats, coughs, laryngitis |
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Rumex crispus/ Yellow dock
Medicinal actions: ? Dosage: ? |
Rumex crispus/ Yellow dock
Medicinal action: Mild laxative, Alterative, Nutritive Dosing: Decoction, tincture |
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Rumex crispus
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Rumex crispus
Common name- Yellow dock Family name- Polygonaceae Parts used- Leaves, roots |
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Ligusticum/Osha
Indications? Contraindications? |
Ligusticum/Osha
Indications- “Singer’s Herb” (aids voice & throat); Lung herb; Smoothes irritated tissue. Promotes expectoration. Stimulates perspiration to eliminate toxins. Strong warming & anti-catarrhal effect. High BP, incl uterine contractions, HTN. Contraindications- Pregnancy b/c uterine stimulant * AT RISK HERB |
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Ligusticum/Osha
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Ligusticum/Osha
Medicinal actions- anti-viral/anti-microbial, diaphoretic, expectorant, anti-catarrhal, emmenagogue, carminative, diuretic, sedative, antispasmodic. Dosing- Poultice, tincture, salve, powder, decoction, chew on root. |
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Ligusticum
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Ligusticum
Common name: Osha Family name: Apiaceae, Parsley Parts used: roots |
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Propolis
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Propolis
Common name: propolis Family name: not a plant Parts used: all |
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Propolis
Indications? Contraindications? |
Propolis
Indications: hepatoprotective, antioxidant, expectorant, antiseptic (cooling and healing) Contraindications: pregnancy |
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Grindelia
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Grindelia
Common name: Gumweed Family name: Asteracea (Sunflower/Aster) Parts used: resin, volatile oil |
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Grindelia/Gumweed
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Grindelia/Gumweed
Medicinal actions: anti-asthamatic, diaphoretic, anti-spasmolytic Dosing: herb and flower parts - best as a fresh tincture |
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Grindelia/Gumweed
Indications? Contraindications? |
Grindelia/Gumweed
Indications: Expectorant- infectious respiratory conditions, asthma, POISON IVY, mucus (thick, white, sticky) Contraindications: large doses may produce kidney and stomach irritation |
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Grindelia/Gumweed
Doctrine of Signatures? |
Grindelia/Gumweed
Doctrine of Signatures: thick, white sticky mucus from the young flower buds - fights this type of mucus in the respiratory tract. The flower buds have little hooks on them, associated with the adhesive nature of the plant. The plant often has new buds while dried seed heads are still present, so it's useful for the young and old. |
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Chimaphilia Umbellata
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Chimaphilia Umbellata
Common name: Pipsissewa Family name: Ericaceae (wintergreen) Parts used: leaf |
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Chimaphilia Umbellata
Indications? Contraindications? |
Chimaphilia Umbellata/Pipsissewa
Indications: flushed cheeks, inflammed liver, ascites, hemorrhoids, breast tumors, swelling of peritoneum, bladder, prostate and vaginal labia Contraindications: pregnancy; slow growing plant |
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Chimaphilia Umbellata
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Chimaphilia Umbellata/Pipsissewa
Medicinal actions: KIDNEYS, lymphatic/glandular system, PROSTATE Dosing: decoction (can use longer than uva-ursi b/c of lower tannin content) |
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Vaccinium macrocarpon
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Vaccinium macrocarpon
Common name: Cranberry Family name: Ericaceae Parts used: fruit |
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Vaccinium Macrocarpon/Cranberry
Indications? Contraindications? |
Vaccinium Macrocarpon/Cranberry
Indications: UTI, acidify urine, dec stone formation, dec sxs in chronic pyelonephritis, dec dental plaque Contraindications: none |
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Vaccinium Macrocarpon/Cranberry
Medicinal actions? |
Vaccinium Macrocarpon/Cranberry
Medicinal actions: anti-oxidant, antibacterial |
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Equisetum Arvense
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Equisetum Arvense
Common name: horsetail Family name: X Parts used: aerial |
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Equisetum Arvense/Horsetail
Indications? Contraindications? |
Equisetum Arvense/Horsetail
Indications: cystic irritation, nocturnal urinal incontinence, renal calculi Contraindications: do not use for > 6 weeks as it may be irritating to the kidney |
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Curcuma longa
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Curcuma longa
Common name: Turmeric Family name: Zingiberaceae Parts used: Rhizome |
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Thymus vulgaris/ Garden Thyme
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Thymus vulgaris/ Garden Thyme
Medicinal actions: Anti-septic, anti-helminthic, anti-viral, anti-bacterial, astringent, EXPECTORANT, secretolitic, spasmolytic Dosing: infusion |
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Thymus vulgaris
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Thymus vulgaris
Common name: Garden Thyme Family name: Lamiaceae Parts used: Leaf |
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Equisetum Arvense/Horsetail
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Equisetum Arvense/Horsetail
Medicinal actions: diuretic, astringent, anti-inflammatory, repairs CT Dosing: cold water infusion |
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Urtica dioica/ Stinging nettles
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Urtica dioica/ Stinging netteles
Medicinal actions: Alterative, Nutrition, Anti-Allergy, Diuretic, Anti-arthritis, sinus support, liver support Dosing: Tincture, infusion |
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Urtica dioica/ Stinging Nettles
Indications? Contraindications? |
Urtica dioica/ Stinging Nettles
Indications: Atrophy, myalgia, osteoarthritis, eczema, hemorrhage, BPH, toxicity, low BP, inc. mucus, diarrhea, edema, anemia of pregnancy, dec. lactation, gout, burns, hives, depletion, allergies w/ protein sensitivity, hair loss, depression, toxicity, stagnation Contraindications: None |
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Urtica dioica
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Urtica dioica
Common name: Stinging nettles Family name: Urticaceae Parts used: Herbs, Radix, Seeds |
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Urtica dioica
Doctrine of Signatures |
Build it up or tear it down!
• Make something with Nettles! • Queen of the nutritional alteratives • Organ affinities: liver, blood, spleen, bone marrow, lymph. • An Herbal deconstruction, construction crew. |
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Arctium lappa/ Burdock
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Arctium lappa/ Burdock
Medicinal actions: Alterative, diuretic, demulcent, diaphoretic, nervine, relaxant, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, inc. glucose tolerance, GI stimulant, balance hormones Dosing: Tincture, decoction |
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Arctium lappa/ Burdock
Indications: ? Contraindications: ? |
Arctium lappa/ Burdock
Indications: Skin disorders, menopause, PMS, arthritis, gout, diabetes, chronic indigestion, lymphatic congestion, kidney weakness, UTIs, Cancer, Fever, sore throat, preeclampsia, apthous ulcers, boils, psoriasis Contraindications: pregnancy, long term use or excessive doses of the seed can cause urinary tract irritation. |
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Arctium lappa
Common name: ? Family name: ? Parts used: ? |
Arctium lappa
Common name: Burdock Family name: Asteraceae Parts used: All; esp roots and seeds |
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Hydrastus canadensis/Goldenseal
Indications? Contraindications? |
Hydrastus canadensis/Goldenseal
Indications: dermatological, ENT, GI and gynecological conditions Contraindications: large doses may exhaust the mucus glands, weaken the digestive system and inhibit the healthy inflammatory reaction |
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Hydrastus canadensis/Goldenseal
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Hydrastus canadensis/Goldenseal
Medicinal actions: alterative, choleretic, astringent, anti-microbial, king/queen of mucus membrane tonics Dosing: tincture *endangered plant |
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Hydrastis canadensis/Goldenseal
Doctrine of Signatures? |
Hydrastis canadensis/Goldenseal
Doctrine of Signatures: - intense yellow color = stimulating effect on digestive and GB function - bright red berry (fruit) = new blood rising from the digestion process |
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Hydrastus canadensis
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Hydrastus canadensis
Common name: Goldenseal Family name: Ranunculaceae Parts used: root |
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Ganoderma lucidium (Reishi mushroom)
Indications? Contraindications? |
Ganoderma lucidium (Reishi mushroom)
Indications: cancer therapy, immune system enhancer, HTN, anxiety/stress and anti-allergy Contraindications: no known toxicity, use with caution in organ transplant or immunosuppressed patients |
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Ganoderma lucidium (Reishi mushroom)
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Ganoderma lucidium (Reishi mushroom)
Medicinal actions: adaptogen, deep immune activator, anti-allergenic, anti-hepatotoxin, anti-inflammatory, hypotensive, antibacterial, antiviral, cardiac tonic and expectorant Dosing: hot water decoction, powder or tincture |
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Ganoderma lucidium
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Ganoderma lucidium
Common name: Reishi mushroom Family name: Ganodermataceae Parts used: mushroom, mycelium |
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Zea Mays
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Zea Mays
Common name: corn silk Family name: Poaceae (grass family) Parts used: fresh corn silk |
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Zea Mays (corn silk)
Indications? Contraindications? |
Zea Mays (corn silk)
Indications: GU conditions Contraindications: corn allergies, may antagonize the effects of anticoagulants (due to vitamin K constituent) |
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Zea Mays (corn silk)
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Zea Mays (corn silk)
Medicinal actions: demulcent, potassium-sparring diuretic, vulnerary (wound healing), analgesic, dissolves deposits and stones Dosing: |
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Cynara scolymus (Artichoke)
Indications: Contraindications? |
Cynara scolymus (Artichoke)
Indications: gallbladder, lipid metabolism, indigestion Contraindications: fresh leave may cause contact dermatitis |
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Cynara scolymus (Artichoke)
Medicinal Actions? Dosing? |
Cynara scolymus (Artichoke)
Medicinal Actions: hepatic, cholagogue, choleretic, hepatoprotective, antioxidant, antithrombotic Dosing: infusion |
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Cynara scolymus
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Cynara scolymus
Common name: Artichoke Family name: Asteraceae Parts used: leaves |
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Avena sativa (Oat)
Indications? Contraindications? |
Avena sativa (Oat)
Indications: addictive habits, concentration, nervous system irritation dt exhaustion/stress, melancholy, insomnia Contraindications: antagonize antinociceptive effect of morphine and pressor response to nicotine |
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Avena sativa (Oats)
Medicinal Actions? Dosing? |
Avena sativa (Oats)
Medicinal Actions: nervine, alterative, sedative, nutritive to nervous system Dosing: infusion |
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Avena sativa
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Avena sativa
Common name: Oats Family name: Poaceae Parts used: milky oat seeds |
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Passiflora incarnata (Passion flower)
Indications? Contraindications? |
Passiflora incarnata (Passion flower)
Indications:heart palpitations and sleep disturbances due to nervousness, anxiety, HTN and muscle spasms due to stress Contraindications: pregnancy |
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Passiflora incarnata (Passion flower)
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Passiflora incarnata (Passion flower)
Medicinal actions: antispasmodic, hypotensive, nervine, sedative, anti-inflammatory, cerebral vasorelaxant, anodyne, anxiolytic Dosing: infusion (tea) |
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Artemesia absinthium
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Artemesia absinthium
Common name: Wormwood (The Green Fairy) Family name: Asteraceae Parts used: ? |
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Passiflora incarnata
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Passiflora incarnata
Common name: Passion flower Family name: Passifloracea Parts used: flowering herb |
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Melissa officinalis (Lemon balm)
Indications? Contraindications? |
Melissa officinalis (Lemon balm)
Indications:? Contraindications: hypothyroidism and pregnancy |
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Melissa officinalis (Lemon balm)
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Melissa officinalis (Lemon balm)
Medicinal actions:nervine, sedative, mild anitdepressant, mild antispasmodic, vasodilating hypotensive, carminitive, antiviral Dosing: infusion (tea) |
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Melissa officinalis
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Melissa officinalis
Common name: Lemon balm Family name: Lamiaceae Parts used: flowering herb |
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Trifolium pratense/ Red Clover
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Trifolium pratense/ Red Clover
Medicinal actions: Mild antispasmodic, Sedative, Expectorant, Blood thinner, Mild alterative (affinity for lungs, throat, salivary glands) Dosing: Tincture, infusion, decoction |
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Trifolium pratense/ Red clover
Indications: ? Contraindications: ? |
Trifolium pratense/ Red clover
Indications: Spasmodic coughing (Whooping cough, croup), pulm irritation/stagnation, gland congestion, swollen/hard LNs, chronic skin eruptions (eczema, acne), cancer (skin, breast), mm spasms, cysts, hormonal imbalance (hot flashes) Contraindications: Pregnancy, Blood thinners, E+ cancers |
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Trifolium pratense
Common name: ? Family name: ? Parts used: ? |
Trifolium pratense
Common name: Red clover Family name: Fabaceae Parts used: Flowers |
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Trifolium pratense/ Red Clover
Doctrine of Signatures: ? |
Trifolium pratense/ Red clover
Redness - inflammation Openness |
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Mahonia aquifolium/ Oregon grape
Medicinal actions: ? Dosing: ? |
Mahonia aquifolium/ Oregon grape
Medicinal actions: Astringent, antimicrobial, alterative, vulnerary, tonic, anti-inflammatory, cholagogue, choleretic, stomachic, laxative, antioxidant, elimination of catabolic residues Dosing: Decoction, tincture |
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Mahonia aquifolium/ Oregon grape
Indications: ? Contraindications: ? |
Mahonia aquifolium/ Oregon grape
Indications: Antimicrobial (esp GI, respiratory, urinary), indigestion, liver congestion, chronic cholecystitis, skin conditions (psioriasis, eczema, acne), eye infections; syphilitic dyscrasia, skin conditions, secretion & excretion Contraindications: Pregnancy |
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Mahonia aquifolium
Common name: ? Family name: ? Parts used: ? |
Mahonia aquifolium
Common name: Oregon grape Family name: Berberidaceae Parts used: Root bark & stem bark |
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Serona repens
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Serona repens
Common name: Saw Palmetto Family name: Palmaceae Parts used: berry |
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Serona repens/Saw palmetto
Indications? Contraindications? |
Serona repens/Saw palmetto
Indications: BPH (short term), chronic prosatitis, prostate cancer, male pattern baldness, spasm of urethra - incontinence, underweight, decr. appetite, low libido Contraindications: pregnancy |
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Serona repens/Saw palmetto
Medicinal action? Dosing? |
Serona repens/Saw palmetto
Medicinal action: anti-androgenic, anti-exudative, anti-inflammatory, endocrine agent, spasmolytic, Dosing: decoction |
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Vitex agnus castus
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Vitex agnus castus
Common name: Chaste tree berry Family name: Verbenaceae Parts used: fruits |
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Vitex agnus castus/Chaste tree berry
Indications? Contraindications? |
Vitex agnus castus/Chaste tree berry
Indications: PMS, endometriosis, menstrual cramps, premenstrual herpes, polymenorrhea, amenorrhea, fibroids, menopause with hot flashes Contraindications: pregnancy; may counteract effectiveness of OCP's |
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Vitex agnus castus/Chaste tree berry
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Vitex agnus castus/Chaste tree berry
Medicinal actions: Female repro tract regulator Dosing: Tincture, infusion |
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Eleutherococcus senticosus/ Siberian ginseng
Medicinal actions: ? Dosing: ? |
Eleutherococcus senticosus/ Siberian ginseng
Medicinal actions: Adaptogen, Antioxidant, Anticoagulant-platelet aggregation inhibition, Immunomodulator, Cholesterol lowering, Mild CNS stimulator, Tonic, Antiviral, Hypoglycemic, Vasodilator Dosing: Decoction, tincture |
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Eleutherococcus senticosus/ Siberian ginseng
Indications: ? Contraindications: ? |
Eleutherococcus senticosus/ Siberian ginseng
Indications: Stamina, physical & mental performance, incr. growth, stabilize blood sugar, incr. protein anabolism, stress adaptation, stim. T cell activation, protects against radiation, adrenal tonic, strengthens heart muscle Contraindications: Enhances affects of antibiotics, Diabetics using insulin |
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Humulus lupulus/Hops
Indications? Contraindications? |
Humulus lupulus/Hops
Indications: hot flashes, menopause, neuralgia, insomnia, excitability, priapism, restlessness Contraindications: its sedative activity has increased the sleeping time induced by the drug Pentobarbital |
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Humulus lupulus/Hops
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Humulus lupulus/Hops
Medicinal actions? sedative, hypnotic, diuretic, phytoestrogenic, topical bactericidal, anaphrodisiac for men, Dosing? infusion |
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Humulus lupulus
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Humulus lupulus
Common name: Hops Family name: Cannabaceae Parts used: strobile |
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Vitex agnus cactus/Chaste tree berry
Doctrine of Signatures |
Moonbeam, Dark of the Night, Leaves turned black when "cooked" by hot tub
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Eleutherococcus senticosus
Common name: ? Family name: ? Parts used: ? |
Eleutherococcus senticosus
Common name: Siberian ginseng Family name: Araliaceae Parts used: Root bark or cortex |
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Soligado
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Soligado
Common name: Goldenrod Family name: Asteraceae Parts used: aerial parts in the bud stage |
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Solidago (Goldenrod)
Indications? Contraindications? |
Solidago (Goldenrod)
Indications: Influenza, repeated colds, bronchitis, tonsilitis, sinusitis, allergies, Irrigation of urinary tract - inflammation & renal gravel Contraindications: chronic kidney disorders, edema from heart failure or kidney failure |
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Soligado (Goldenrod)
Medicinal Actions? Dosing? |
Soligado (Goldenrod)
Medicinal Actions: UTI, flu, bronchitis, tonsillitis Dosing: infusion |
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Populus balsamifera
Common name: Family name: Parts used: |
Populus balsamifera
Common name: Cottonwood Family name: Salicacea (willow) Parts used: unopened buds, oleoresin, bark |
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Medicago sativa/ Alfalfa
Medicinal actions: ? Dosing: ? |
Medicago sativa/ Alfalfa
Medicinal action: Alterative, Nutritive, incr appetite, digestion & assimiation, bile production & secretion, Phytoestrogen, hormonal balance, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, Antiathersclerotic Dosing: Tincture, infusion |
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Medicago sativa/ Alfalfa
Indications: ? Contraindications: ? |
Medicago sativa/ Alfalfa
Indications: Nutrition, emaciation, organ weakness, BPH, Lactation, Decreases cholesterol Contraindications: Severe debilitation, pregnancy (uterine contractions), Blood thinning agents (warfarin), SLE, Fertility problems |
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Medicago sativa
Common name: ? Family name: ? Parts used: ? |
Medicago sativa
Common name: Alfalfa Family name: Fabaceae Parts used: Aerial parts |
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Medicago sativa/ Alfalfa
Doctrine of signatures: ? |
Medicago sativa/ Alfalfa
Doctrine of signatures: Strong will to belong, survive |
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Juniper communis
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Juniper communis
Common name: Juniper Family name: Cupressaceae Parts used: berries |
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Juniper communis (Juniper)
Indications? Contraindications? |
Juniper communis (Juniper)
Indications: chronic GU infections, edema, UT atony, nephritis, Contraindications: inflammatory conditions of the kidneys, chronic overdose may cause kidney damage |
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Juniper communis (Juniper)
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Juniper communis (Juniper)
Medicinal actions? diuretic, carminative, anti-microbial/spasmodic, inflammatory Dosing: infusion |
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Aesculus hippocastanum
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Aesculus hippocastanum
Common name: Horse chestnut Family name: Hippocastanacea Parts used: seeds and bark |
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Aesculus hippocastanum (horse chestnut)
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Aesculus hippocastanum (horse chestnut)
Medicinal actions? decreases vessel permeability, contracts veins, astringent, Dosing: dry liquid extract |
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Aesculus hippocastanum (horse chestnut)
Indications? Contraindications? |
Aesculus hippocastanum (horse chestnut)
Indications: chronic venous insufficiency, hemorrhoids, general congestion of tissues and atonic organs, hematomas Contraindications: red dot item, many precautions. Toxicity - aescin - hemolytic properties. |
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Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi
Common name: Uva-Ursi (Bearberry) Family name: Ericaceae Parts used: leaves |
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Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi (Bearberry)
Indications? Contraindications? |
Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi (Bearberry)
Indications: chronic bladder irritation Contraindications: pregnancy, irritating to bladder and kidneys if used long term, tannins can bind to minerals - therefore causing nutritional deficiencies if used long term |
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Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi (Bearberry)
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi (Bearberry)
Medicinal actions: diuretic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory Dosing: decoction |
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At risk herbs...
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Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga, Actaea)
Blue Cohosh (caulophyllum) Echinacea Eyebright (Euphrasia) Goldenseal (Hydrastis) Lady's Slipper Orchid Lomatium (Lomatium) Osha (Ligusticum) Slippery Elm (Ulmus) |
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Chionanthus virginicus
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Fringe Tree
Oleaceae Family Inner Bark |
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Chionanthus virginicus
Fringe Tree |
Decoction and tincture
Cholagogue, choleretic, antiseptic, cathartic, hepatic, diuretic, digestive tonic |
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Chionanthus virginicus/ Fringe Tree
Indications: ? C/I: ? |
Indications: Digestive organs- cirrhosis & fatty liver, gallstones, pancreatic inactivity, glycosuria, chronic gastritis, Good for jaundice, urinary tract, venous system congestion.
C/I: Bile duct obstruction, during pregnancy unless otherwise prescribed by health care practitioner |
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Tilia spp. (Linden flower)
Indications? Contraindication? |
Tilia spp. (Linden flower)
Indications: Relaxing and demulcent, Respiratory tract, Dry cough, Truth serum, Croup, Keeps vessels strong and flexible (veins and arteries) Arteriosclerosis and HTN. Used in combo with Hawthorne and Ginkgo C/I: NA |
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Tilia spp. (Linden)
Doctrine of Signatures? |
Tilia spp. (Linden): Doctrine of Signatures
Wood soft but bark strong (arteries are similar) Carvable hardwood |
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Tilia spp
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Linden flower
Tiliaceae Family Flowers and leaves |
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Rosmarinus officianalis
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Rosemary-take me to the final with your meat!
Mint Family/Lamiaciae Leaves |
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Rosmarinus officianalis (Rosemary)
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Rosmarinus officianalis (Rosemary)
Medicinal actions: Antiinflammatory, antioxidant, stimulant for circulation, diaphoretic, memory herb. Flavor enhancement Dosing: infusion or tincture |
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Tilia sp (Linden)
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
HYPOTENSIVE, SEDATIVE, DEMULCENT, diaphoretic, diuretic, stomachic, antispasmotic, antidepressant, calmative
Tincture or infusion |
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Rosmarinus officianalis (Rosemary)
Indications? |
Rosmarinus officianalis (Rosemary)
Tonic to vasomotor fnx, peripheral circulation, soothes nervous system, atonic conditions of stomach, gastric HA, circulatory wkness, HTN. |
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Ginkgo biloba/ Ginkgo
Medicinal actions: ? Dosing: ? |
Ginkgo biloba/ Ginkgo
Medicinal actions: Peripheral circulatory enhancement (limbs, brain), Vasodilator, Decreases reinnervation time after mm injury, Anti-inflammatory, Memory enhancement, Antioxidant, Antithrombotic, PAF antagonist, Antiathersclerotic Dosing: Infusion, tincture |
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Ginkgo biloba/ Ginkgo
Indications: ? Contraindications: ? |
Ginkgo biloba/ Ginkgo
Indications: Cerebral insufficiency, incr. BF rate, Circulatory disorders, Concentration, Memory loss, Alzheimers, Raynauds, PMS, tinnitus Contraindications: Bleeding disorders, children, pregnancy, lactation, allergy, drugs (warfarin, aspirin, MAO inhibitors, anti-depressants) |
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Ginkgo biloba
Common name: ? Family name: ? Parts used: ? |
Ginkgo biloba/ Ginkgo
Common name: Ginkgo Family name: Ginkgoaceae Parts used: Leaf |
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Ginkgo biloba/ Ginkgo
Doctrine of signatures: ? |
Ginkgo biloba/ Ginkgo
Doctrine of signatures: Leaf shape and veins represent an opening of the peripheral circulation. Ancient origin suggests that it is useful for issues of aging. |
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Thuja occidentalis/ American cedar
Medicinal actions: ? Dosing: ? |
Thuja occidentalis/ American cedar
Medicinal actions: Antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, carminative, anti-spasmodic, tussive, alterative, circulatory stimulant, immune stimulant, lymphatic Dosing: Tincture, infusion, homeopathic, salve |
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Thuja occidentalis/ American cedar
Doctrine of Signatures: ? |
Thuja occidentalis/ American cedar
Doctrine of Signatures: • The tree loves wet soil which reflects its use in kidney, lungs & bladder. • Finely divide leaves suggests it promotes deep tissue circulation. • Its strong oils and rot resistant wood reflect its strong immune supporting characteristics & antifungal, antiviral. • Thuja moves circulation and energy like moving water from cool roots to warming sunning tops of the trees. • Flat leaves are Iike an iron which can smooth the irritated bunched vital force |
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Thuja occidentalis/ American cedar
Indications: ? Contraindications: ? |
Thuja occidentalis/ American cedar
Indications: Preserves vital force, Prevents insults to deep immunity, Balance of wet & dry, Inflammation, Stagnation, Cancer, Warts, Diphtheria, Croup, Wounds, Urinary incontinence, Resp infxns, UTIs Contraindications: acute kidney infxns/dz, pregnancy, prolonged (thujone toxicity) |
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Thuja occidentalis
Common name: ? Family name: ? Parts used: ? |
Thuja occidentalis
Common name: American cedar Family name: Pinaceae Parts used: Twigs, branches |
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Astragalus membranaceus/ Astragalus
Medicinal actions: ? Dosing: ? |
Astragalus membranaceus/ Astragalus
Medicinal actions: Adaptogen, Immune stimulant, Diuretic, Vasodilator, Antiviral, Antitumor, Hepatoprotective, Antioxidant, Cardiotonic, Energy tonic, Physical endurance, Immune resistance, Kidney protective, Antioxidant Dosing: Tincture, decoction |
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Astragalus membranaceus/ Astragalus
Indications: ? Contraindications: ? |
Astragalus membranaceus/ Astragalus
Indications: Phlegm, coughing, breathing problems, "food tonic"; Eenergy tonic; Physical endurance, Adaptation to heat/cold; Decr appetite & sweating; Incr immune resistance; Ischemic heart dz, angina, prolapsed organs, uterine bleeding; anemia blood tonic; restores immune fxn with cancer tx, aging Contraindications: Organ transplants, immune suppressive agents, Acute infection |
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Astragalus membranaceus
Common name: ? Family name: ? Parts used: ? |
Astragalus membranaceus
Common name: Astragalus Family name: Fabaceae Parts used: Root |
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Astragalus membranaceus
Doctrine of Signatures: ? |
Astragalus membranaceus
Doctrine of Signatures: • Roots have a yellow, white color: reminds one of the lymph & Immune system. • Shape of root reminds one of strong support. |
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Usnea barbata/ Old Man's Beard, Spanish Moss, Tree Lichen
Medicinal actions: ? Dosing: ? |
Usnea barbata/ Old Man's Beard, Spanish Moss, Tree Lichen
Medicinal actions: Antibacterial, Antifungal, Immunostimulating, Antispasmodic, Antipyretic, Analgesic, Demulcent Dosing: Tincture, powdered herb, compress |
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Usnea barbata/ Old Man's Beard, Spanish Moss, Tree Lichen
Indications: ? Contraindications: ? |
Usnea barbata/ Old Man's Beard, Spanish Moss, Tree Lichen
Indications: Herbal Antibiotic (esp Gm+ strep, staph, mycobacterium tuberculosis & other fast growing; spares Gm-), urinary infxns, resp infxns, GI infxns Contraindications: none known |
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Usnea barbata
Common name: ? Family name: ? Parts used: ? |
Usnea barbata
Common name: Old Man's Beard, Spanish Moss, Tree Lichen Family name: Lichenes Parts used: Whole lichen (thallus) |
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Crataegus/ Hawthorne
Doctrine of Signatures: ? |
Crataegus/ Hawthorne
Doctrine of Signatures: • Red of the heart • White flowers of purity, smell of death • Strength of the heart wood • Strength & openness |
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Crataegus/ Hawthorne
Medicinal actions: ? Dosing: ? |
Crataegus/ Hawthorne
Medicinal actions: Diuretic, Antiarrhythmic, Nutritious, Astringent, Cardiotonic, Cardioprotective, Peripheral vasodilation, Relaxant, Hypotensive Dosing: Flowers- tea, tincture, essence; Berries- tincture, tea; Bark- tincture |
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Crataegus/ Hawthorne
Indications: ? Contraindications: ? |
Crataegus/ Hawthorne
Indications: Pts not grounded enough/ too grounded, Circulatory problems, Cardiac weakness, Food for aging heart, CAD, Arteriosclerosis, Fatty degeneration of heart, Heart enlargement, Angina pectoris, Senile heart conditions, CHF, Essential HTN, Cardiac arrhythmias, Emotional conditions of "heart” Contraindications: Other cardiac meds. Should be monitored. |
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Crataegus
Common name: ? Family name: ? Parts used: ? |
Crataegus
Common name: Hawthorne Family name: Rosaceae Parts used: Flowers, leaves, berries, bark |
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Piper methysticum/ Kava kava
Medicinal actions: ? Dosing: ? |
Piper methysticum/ Kava kava
Medicinal actions: Sedative, hypnotic; Antispasmodic, Anticonvulsant, Analgesic, Anti-depressant/anxiety, Anesthetic, Antifungal, Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory Dosing: Root |
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Piper methysticum/ Kava kava
Indications: ? Contraindications: ? |
Piper methysticum/ Kava kava
Indications: Anxiety, stress, insomnia, muscle tension/spasm, asthma, ADHD, fibromyalgia, cystitis, tension HA's Contraindications: Liver toxicity (limit consumption), Alcohol, pregnancy, nursing |
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Piper methysticum
Common name: ? Family name: ? Parts used: ? |
Piper methysticum
Common name: Kava kava Family name: Piperaceae Parts used: Root |
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Piper methysticum/ Kava kava
Doctrine of Signatures: ? |
Piper methysticum/ Kava kava
Doctrine of Signatures: Happy Herb - takes you to the happy place - tropical beach; perfect tx for stress & anxiety of modern life |
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Cordyceps sinensis
Common name: ? Family name: ? Parts used: ? |
Cordyceps sinensis
Common name: Caterpillar Mushroom Family name: Not listed Parts used: Mycelium |
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Viburnum opulus or prunifolium/ Cramp bark
Medicinal actions: ? Dosing: ? |
Viburnum opulus or prunifolium/ Cramp bark
Medicinal actions: Antispasmodic, Astringent, NERVINE, Cerebrospinal vasostimulant, Hypotensive, beta 2 receptor agonist, Carminative, Anti-inflammatory, Restores Symp & Parasym NS balance of voluntary and involuntary spasm, sedative Dosing: Powder, decoction, tincture |
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Viburnum opulus or prunifolium/ Cramp bark
Indications: ? Contraindications: ? |
Viburnum opulus or prunifolium/ Cramp bark
Indications: Bronchial, GI, GU, Skeletal mm spasms, menstrual cramps, uterine prolapse, asthma, leg cramps Contraindications: Pregnancy, Blood thinning agents, May cause hypotension in large doses, Berries have caused death, Leaves & fruits may cause gastroenteritis |
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Viburnum opulus or prunifolium
Common name: ? Family name: ? Parts used: ? |
Viburnum opulus or prunifolium
Common name: Cramp bark Family name: Caprifoliaceae Parts used: Bark |
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Phytolacca decandra
Common name: ? Family name: ? Parts used: ? |
Phytolacca decandra
Common name: Poke root Family name: Phytolaccaeae Parts used: Roots |
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Phytolacca decandra/ Poke root
Medicinal actions: ? Dosing: ? |
Phytolacca decandra/ Poke root
Medicinal actions: Lymphagogue, Alterative, Anti-catarrahl, Anti-rheumatic, Emetic, Purgative, Anti-fungal, Parasiticide, Anti-microbial, Anti-inflammatory Dosing: Tincture, decoction, powder, poultice, homeopathic |
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Phytolacca decandra/ Poke root
Indications: ? Contraindications: ? |
Phytolacca decandra/ Poke root
Indications: Swollen LNs, rheumatic & arthritic joints, recurring infxns, sinusitis, bronchitis, tonsillitis, chronic skin conditions, breast lumps, mastitis Contraindications: Overdose (n/v, diarrhea, cramps, dizziness, hypotension, decr. resp, HA. Possible death dt resp paralysis), Pregnancy. Topical application- skin irritation. |
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Phytolacca decandra/ Poke root
Doctrine of Signatures: ? |
Phytolacca decandra/ Poke root
Doctrine of Signatures: • Young Fruit looks similar to the LNs and lymph channels • Red berries hang down in a droopy manner. Contrast heat and sluggishness. |
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Galium aparine/ Cleavers
Medicinal actions: ? Dosing: ? |
Galium aparine/ Cleavers
Medicinal actions: diuretic, alterative, anti-inflammatory, laxative, vulnerary, astringent, anti-lithic, lymphagogue (one of the best and safest tonics for congested lymph), refrigerant Dosing: tincture |
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Galium aparine/ Cleavers
Indications: ? Contraindications: ? |
Galium aparine/ Cleavers
Indications: Urinary problems (cystitis, infections, stones), BPH, Relaxant, Skin conditions (eczema, psoriasis, cancer), tonsilitis, gonorrhea Contraindications: None noted |
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Galium aparine
Common name: ? Family name: ? Parts used: ? |
Galium aparine
Common name: Cleavers Family name: Rubiaceae Parts used: Aerial parts |
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Larrea tridentata/ Chaparral
Medicinal actions: ? Dosing: ? |
Larrea tridentata/ Chaparral
Medicinal actions: Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Anti-neoplastic, Alterative, Antiseptic Dosing: Infusion, tincture |
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Larrea tridentata/ Chaparral
Indications: ? Contraindications: ? |
Larrea tridentata/ Chaparral
Indications: Autoimmune dz, SLE, Cancer, Decr. platelet aggregation, External skin lesions, Herpes, Liver congestion, Arthritis, Resp infxns, UTIs Contraindications: Liver dz (potential toxicity), Pregnancy, Allergy |
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Larrea tridentata
Common name: ? Family name: ? Parts used: ? |
Larrea tridentata
Common name: Chaparral Family name: Zygophyllacea Parts used: Leaves |
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Gentiana lutea/ Gentian
Medicinal actions: ? Dosing: ? |
Gentiana lutea/ Gentian
Medicinal actions: Cholagogue; Bitter tonic; Incr appetite; Stimulating to digestive organs, mucosal tissues, portal circulation; Anti-inflammatory Dosing: Decoction, tincture |
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Gentiana lutea/ Gentian
Indications: ? Contraindications: ? |
Gentiana lutea/ Gentian
Indications: General GI debility, Flatulence, Anorexia, GI atony, Poor digestion, Low stomach acidity, Portal congestion, Malaria Contraindications: Acute GI inflammation, Pregnancy |
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Gentiana lutea
Common name: ? Family name: ? Parts used: ? |
Gentiana lutea
Common name: Gentian, Bitter Root, Bitterwort, Gall Weed, Qin Jiao Family name: Gentianaceae Parts used: Root, rhizome |
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Schisandra chinensis
Common name? Family? Part used? |
Schisandra
Schisandraceae family Fruit |
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Schisandra chinensis
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Schisandra
liver/GB tonic, antibacterial, antiulcer, adaptogen, hepatoprotective, immunomodulator, antioxident, cholagogue, astrigent, expectorant Dosing: raw fruit, decoction or tincture |
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Schisandra chinensis
Indications? Contraindications? |
Schisandra chinensis
Indications: Liver restorative, lung tonic, immune support. mental alertness, insomnia, prolonged diarrhea and immunodeficient states. C/I: NA |
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Valeriana officinalis
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Valerian
Valerianaceae Root |
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Valeriana officinalis
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Sedative, relaxing nervine, antispasmotic, anticonvulcent, hypotensive, diuretic, diaphoretic, antiarrhythmic
Tea, tincture |
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Valeriana officinalis (valerian)
Indications? Contraindications? |
Valeriana officinalis (valerian)
Restlessness, hysteria, emotional stress, pn, insomnia, depression, anxiety, nervous palpations, anything to do with the nerves, arrhythmias, GI cramping, menstrual cramps, shingles, backache C/I: GABA receptor activity may induce withdrawl sxs if used for a long time. |
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Piper methysticum
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Kava kava
Piperaceae Family Root |
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Piper methysticum (Kava kava)
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Medicinal actions: Sedative, hypnotic, antispasmodic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anesthetic, antifungal, diuretic
Dosing: tea, tincture |
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Piper methysticum/ Kava kava
Indications? C/I? |
Piper methysticum/ Kava kava
Indications: Relieves anxiety and stress, insomnia, muscle tension, and asthma. fibromyalgia, acute cholecystitis, ureter spasms, tension HA, reduce infarcs and ischemic brain damage C/I: Long term use can cz dry, pigmented scaly skin, appearing after discontinued use. Doses larger than 9 g/day raises liver enzymes. Don't use during pregnancy, nursing, drinking alcohol or with use of other drugs that cz drowsiness |
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Lomatium dissectum
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Lomatium
Umbelliferae Family Root * AT RISK HERB |
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Lomatium dissectum
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Antifungal, antibacterial, antiviral, immunomodulator
Infusion or tincture |
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Lomatium dissectum
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Lomatium dissectum
Colds, flu, viral , bacterial and fungal infx, and for hard to tx UTI or URI infx C/I: Ingesting the fresh plant will cz a skin rash for some. Contains COUMARINS- may exacerbate blood thinning. |
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Lobelia inflata
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Lobelia
Lobeliaceae Family Aerial portions and ripe seed |
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Lobelia inflata (Puke weed)
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Stimulant, diaphoretic, expectorant, antispasmotic, emetic
Infusion, acetract (vinegar) or EtOH tincture |
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Lobelia inflata
Indications? Contraindications? |
Lobelia inflata
Indications: dyspnea, diffusive stimulant, spasmotic coughs, during parturition when os is spongy and not relaxing. Externally as antispasmotic. C/I: Nervous prostration, shock, paralysis, pneumonia, heart dz, high BP, pregnancy, may cz n/v, contact c fresh plant may cz dermatitis |
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Allium sativum
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Garlic
Liliaceae family Cloves |
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Allium sativum (Garlic)
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Antibacterial, antifungal, antiparasitic, diuretic, carminative, natriuretic, anticoagulant, antithrombotic, hypotensive, antispasmodic, hypoglycemic, diaphoretic, cholagogue, inhibits tumor growth, supports immune fnx, protect liver, immunomodulator, hepatoprotective
FRESH tincture, fresh cloves are best |
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Allium sativum/ Garlic
Indications? C/I? |
Allium sativum/ Garlic
Indications: Infx (esp GI and respiratory), high BP, atherosclerosis, dysentery, peripheral vascular dz, DB, liver dz. May help c H.Pylori C/I: Gi disturbance, acute inflammation, insomnia, dehydration, hypoglycemia, impending surgery, impending organ transplant, concomitant c anticoagulants |
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Rhodiola rosea
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Rhodiola
Crassulaceae Family Root |
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Rhodiola rosea
Medicinal actions; ? Dosing: ? |
Rhodiola rosea
Medicinal actions: Adaptogen Dosing: Tincture |
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Rhodiola rosea
Indications? Contraindications? |
Rhodiola rosea
Decrease fatigue, increase endurance during exercise, enhance LEARNING!, depression, memory, heart health C/I: NA |
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Artemesia Absinth (Wormwood)
Doctrine of Signatures? |
Artemesia Absinth (Wormwood)
- grows on marginal soils to which it brings life and beauty - balances the bitter and sweet in life - survivor plant; makes the best of bad environment - green/silver leaves, balancing youth and wisdom; growth and death |
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Zingiber officianalis
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Ginger
Zingiberacaea Family Root |
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Zingiber officianalis
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Carminative, dec. platelet aggregation, antiatherosclerotic, diaphoretic, cardiotonic, antipyretic, antitussive, expectorant, stomachic, antiinflammatory, antimicrobial, antispasmotic, diuretic, antiemetic, choleretic, hypolipidemic, analgesic, antioxidant
Infusion or tincture |
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Zingiber officianalis
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Digestive disturbances, increases bile secretion, circulatory sluggishness, feverish conditions, HA, motion sickness, nausea, heart health, antithrombotic, antitumor
C/I: REALLY large doses not recommended during pregnancy. |
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Cinnamomum spp.
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Cinnamon
Lauraceae Family inner bark |
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Cinnamomum spp.
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Cinnamon
Medicinal actions: Astringent, diaphoretic, aromatic stimulant, carminative, hemostatic, antiseptic, flavoring, antibacterial, antifungal, GI tonic, anodyne, hypoglycemic, antioxidant, dec. insulin resistance Dosing: Infusion, essential oil, tincture |
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Cinnamomum spp.
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Dysmennorhea, passive bleeding (GI, renal and pulmonary), n/v, cold and flu, oral candida, DB
C/I: Not to be used in large doses (2 g) for extended periods of time. |
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Achillea millefolium
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Yarrow
Asteraceae Family Flowers and leaves |
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Achillea millefolium/Yarrow
Indications and C/I |
Indications: tonic and stimulatory for the urinary, GI and respiratory tract mucous membranes. Tonic for circulatory system. Used for initial stages of colds and fevers, bleeding, diverticulosis, amenorrhea, urinary incontinenence and sore throats
C/I: B-iso-thujone constituent can cz vomiting, cramping urine retention |
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Achillea millefolium/ Yarrow
Medical actions? Dosing? |
Bitter tonic, antiseptic, antifungal, astrigent, styptic, stimulating diaphoretic, anti-inflammatory, anodyne, anticoagulant
Dosing: Infusion, tincture |
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Mentha piperita
Common name? Family name? Parts Used? |
Peppermint
Lamiaciae Family Leaf |
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Mentha piperita/Peppermint
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Mentha piperita/Peppermint
Medicinal actions: Antispasmodic, cholagogue, choleretic, carminative, mild disinfectant, external analgesic, diaphoretic, anti-inflammatory, diuretic Dosing: Infusion or tincture |
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Mentha piperita/Peppermint
Indications? C/I? |
Colic, gas, IBS, indigestion, n/v, cold, flu, mental fatigue, alleviates itchy skin (esp c bites and stings). Inhaled as decongestant.
C/I: pregnancy dt emmenagogue (use c caution), gall stones, hiatal hernia |
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Foeniculum vulgare
Common name? Family name? Part used? |
Fennel
Apiaceae Seed |
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Foeniculum vulgare/ Fennel
Indications? C/I? |
Foeniculum vulgare/ Fennel
Indications: Indigestion, gas, coughs C/I: overdose of oil can cz n/v, seizures and pulmonary edema. Use c caution if prego |
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Foeniculum vulgare
Fennel Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Mild expectorant, antispasmodic, antiinflammatory, galactagogue, phytoestrogen, carminative, flavoring
Dosing: Infusion or tincture |
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Matricaria recutita
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Chamomile
Asteraceae Flowers picked before fully opening |
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Matricaria recutita
Chamomile Indications C/I |
Indigestion, gastritis, gastric ulcers. mild sedative, menstrual cramps, colic. Useful for fevers. Externally for ulcers, burns and wounds. Poultices used for meningitis.
C/I: may cz allergenic sensitivity, contact dermatitis, though allergies are RARE |
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Matricaria recutita
Chamomile Medicinal actions Dosing |
Matricaria recutita (chamomile)
Antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergenic, analgesic, antipyretic, antiseptic, antibacterial against Strep, antifungal, caminative Dosing: infusion, tincture |
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Silybum marianum
Common name? Family name? Part used? |
Milk thistle
Asteraceae Seed |
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Silybum marianum
Milk thistle Indications? C/I? |
Liver dz and protection from toxins, DB, kidney protection,
C/I: NA |
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Silybum marianum (Milk thistle)
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Silybum marianum (Milk thistle)
Medicinal actions: Antioxidant, hepatoprotective, hepatotrophorestorative, gastroprotectant, hypoglycemic, kidney protective Dosing: Decoction, powder swallowed c milk chaser, tincture |
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Taraxacum officianalis
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Dandelion
Asteraceae whole plant used |
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Taraxacum officianalis/Dandelion
Indications? C/I? |
Arthritis, gout, high BP, high cholesterol, edema, abn blood sugar, liver issues, gastric HA, fall roots beneficial for gut bacteria
C/I: May cz contact dermatitis, bile obstruction, acute GB inflammation, acute gastointestinal inflammation, intestinal blockage |
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Taraxacum officianalis/Dandelion
Medicinal uses? Dosing? |
Diuretic (esp leaf), stomachic, mild laxative, cholagogue, choleretic, antioxidant, anti-platelet aggregating action
Dosing: Decoction, infusion, tincture Can also be eaten in salads... |
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Chelidonium majus
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Greater Celandine
Papaveraceae Entire fresh plant |
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Chelidonium majus/ Celandine
Indications? C/I? |
Chelidonium majus/Celandine
Spasmolytic (think lungs and bile ducts), chronic dz of liver, GB, and spleen. HA. Dissolves warts. C/I: Don't use during pregnancy dt uterine stimulation. Watch lab values for liver enzymes |
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Chelidonium majus/ Celandine
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Chelidonium majus/ Celandine
Medicinal actions: Cholagogue, choleretic, hepatoprotective, antibacterial, weak analgesic, anti-inflammatory, weak CNS sedative, antispasmodic, stimulates digestive enzymes, eases digestive disturbances Dosing: infusion, tincture, externally for warts. |
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Chichorium intybus
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Chicory
Compositae All of plant |
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Chichorium intybus/Chicory
Medicinal uses? Dosing? |
Appetizer, cholagogue, digestive aid, diuretic, laxative, tonic, mild sedative
Dosing: tincture, decoction, juice |
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Chichorium intybus/Chicory
Indications? C/I? |
Liver congestion, malnutrition, lack of appetite, gastritis, constipation, jaundice, inflammation, warts, tumors, cancers
C/I: NA |
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Actaea rasemosa - cimicifuga
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Black cohosh
Rununculaceae Root |
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Actaea rasemosa - cimicifuga
Black cohosh Indications? C/I: |
Menopause, suppressed/delayed menses, whiplash, depression, feel like going insane, stuck vital force
C/I: 1st trimester, lactating mothers, estrogen sensitive cancers, frontal h/a * AT RISK HERB |
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Actaea rasemosa - cimicifuga
Black cohosh Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Anti-spasmodic, emmenagogue, anti-rheumatic, uterine tonic, estrogen modulating
Dosing:Tincture, powder, decoction, infusion |
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Echinaceae spp.
Common name? Family name? parts used? |
Echinaceae
Asteraceae roots, seeds, flowers |
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Echinaceae spp.
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Echinaceae spp.
Medicinal actions: Immunomodulator, antiinflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, adrenal cortex, stimulates leukocytes, inh. hyaluronidase, enhances phagocytosis, sialogogue Dosing: Infusion or tincture |
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Echinaceae spp.
Indications? C/I? |
Enhances resistence to infections and stim. wound healing, protects gut from microprganisms, decreases inflammatory reactions, bac and viral infections.
C/I: Can cz n/v, mb infertility for men. Augustofolia mb an endangered species |
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Artemisia Absinthium (Wormwood)
Indications? Contraindications? |
Artemisia Absinthium (Wormwood)
Indications: digestive problems (bloating, gas, lack of tone) and balance problems (emotional, spiritual, physical) Contraindications: pregnancy, gastric/peptic ulcers, irritable nervous states, seizure disorders, toxic to CNS |
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Rosmarinus officinalis
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Rosmarinus
Common name: Rosemary Family name: Lamiaceae Parts used: herb |
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Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary)
Indications? Contraindications? |
Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary)
Indications: cardiovascular conditions, remembrance Contraindications: pregnancy |
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Rosarminus officinalis (Rosemary)
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Rosarminus officinalis (Rosemary)
Medicinal actions: circulatory stimulant, anti-inflammatory, rubefacient, tonic astringent, diaphoretic, carminitive, nervine and emmenagogue Dosing: tincture |
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Hollywood Method - Herbal Formula Players?
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Overall Concept: What is this formula about?
Star Acting Herb: Primary medicinal herb Supporting Herbs (2nd or co primary herbs) Supporting background herb(s) Activator or Harmonizing herb Form of herbal product: Herbal Tea, Tincture, Capsule? What brand? |
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Describe the basic preparation of a tincture with a dried herb.
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- Grind or powder herb
- Calculate volume to strength ratio - Fill jar with herbs and enough alcohol to cover the herbs - Label the date, name of herb, weight-to-volume ratio, solvents used and their % - Shake the jar 1-2x/day for 14 days - Store in a cool, dark place - Decant |
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Describe the basic preparation of a tincture with a fresh herb.
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- Determine water content of plant
- Chop herb - Calculate volume to strength ratio - Fill jar with herbs and enough alcohol to cover the herbs - Label the date, name of herb, weight-to-volume ratio, solvents used and their % - Shake the jar 1-2x/day for 14 days - Store in a cool, dark place - Decant |
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What is % alcohol to the following constiuents?
- Alkaloids? - Bitters? - Glycosides? - Mucilage? - Essential oils? - Resins? - Saponins? - Tannins? |
- Alkaloids: 45-70%
- Bitters: 25-45% - Glycosides: 25-60% - Mucilage: 25-30% - Essential oils: at least 45% - Resins: 90% - Saponins: 25-60% - Tannins: 25-60% |
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Artemisia absinthium (Wormwood)
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Artemisia absinthium (Wormwood)
Medicinal actions: bitter, carminative, anti-microbial, anthelmintic, choleretic, emmenagogue Dosing: infusion, tincture, lotion or oil |
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Capsicum annuum
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Capsicum annuum
Common name: Cayenne Family name: Solanaceae (nightshade family) Parts used: fruit |
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Capsicum annuum (Cayenne)
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Capsicum annuum (Cayenne)
Medicinal actions: circulatory stimulant tonic, carminative, spasmolytic, diaphoretic, antiseptic, rubefacient, counter-irritant Dosing: capsules, ointment and cream |
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Capsicum annuum (Cayenne)
Indications? Contraindications? |
Capsicum annuum (Cayenne)
Indications? Pain, poor circulation, arthritis, inflammation, atherosclerosis Contraindications: caution with pregnancy, inhaling vapors |
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Euphrasia officinalis
Common name? Family name? Parts used? |
Euphrasia
Common name: Eyebright Family name: Scrophulariaceae Parts used: aerial parts |
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Euphrasia officinalis (Eyebright)
Indications? Contraindications? |
Euphrasia officinalis (Eyebright)
Indications: conjunctivitis, nasal congestion, hay fever Contraindications: none |
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Euphrasia officinalis (Eyebright)
Medicinal actions? Dosing? |
Euphrasia officinalis (Eyebright)
Medicinal actions: astringent, expectorant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and decongestant Dosing: infusion |
