Yarrow Reduce Bleeding, Building Immune System

Commonly known as achillea, yarrow, bloodwort, carpenter's weed, devil's nettle, nosebleed, old man's pepper, staunch weed, thousand-leaf, and woundwort (among other names).

Achillea millefolium, commonly known as yarrow or common yarrow is a flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere in Asia, Europe, and North America. Wikipedia

Identify: 

 Flower heads are arranged in large, compact clusters at the top of the stem, each cluster consisting of 1 or more flower heads. The flower head has 20-25 yellowish-white (rarely pink) ray flowers and similarly colored disk flowers,  divided into smaller leaflets, giving them a delicate, fernlike, lacy appearance.

Medical Uses:

Yarrow leaves have been used for tea, and young leaves and flowers have been used in salads. Infusions of yarrow have served as cosmetic cleansers and medicines.

Yarrow has been used to induce sweating and to stop wound bleeding. It also has been reported to reduce heavy menstrual bleeding and pain. It has been used to relieve GI ailments, for cerebral and coronary thromboses, to lower high blood pressure, to improve circulation, and to tone varicose veins. 

It has antimicrobial actions, is a natural source for food flavoring, and is used in alcoholic beverages and bitters. 

•Helps fight bacteria and viruses — Drinking a tea made from yarrow, elderflower, linden, boneset, peppermint, and ginger can promote sweating and help eradicate flu-causing viruses from your body.

•Promotes digestion and detoxification — Yarrow's bitter components and fatty acids encourage proper bile secretion from the gallbladder, which can then improve digestion and keep gallstones from forming.

•Helps relieve cramps and menstrual pain — Yarrow can also help regulate menstrual periods, particularly controlling heavy flow.

•May be effective against skin conditions, such as eczema — Not only can it help stop wounds from bleeding, but it can be used as first aid for ulcers.

•Helps stop nosebleeds — Applying dried or powdered yarrow leaves inside nostrils may help stop the bleeding.

•Relieves pain from arthritis and rheumatism — It has anti-inflammatory properties that may alleviate pain brought on by these conditions.

•Helps relieve hemorrhoids — Drinking yarrow tea or tincture or placing a yarrow poultice or compress over the affected area may soothe this health problem.

In a 2017 study on achillea asiatica extract, researchers concluded that the herb was effective at improving skin wounds in rats through multiple effects at the cellular level.

A 2017 study out of Iran supports the use of achillea millefolium in neurodegenerative disease, including multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, stroke, and epilepsy. This conclusion is based on findings in animal studies.

The 2017 review and other studies support yarrow's effectiveness for:

• Immune-system support
• Regulating blood sugar in diabetes
• Protecting the liver and gallbladder: In combination with other herbs, yarrow is used for bloating, intestinal gas (flatulence), mild gastrointestinal (GI) cramping, and other GI complaints.
• Stimulating menstruation: Yarrow is used for fever, common cold, hay fever, absence of menstruation, dysentery, diarrhea, loss of appetite, gastrointestinal (GI) tract discomfort, and to induce sweating.
• Helping with sleep
• Treating hemorrhoids / Yarrow is applied to the skin to stop bleeding from hemorrhoids; for wounds; and as a sitz bath for painful, lower pelvic, cramp-like conditions in women.
• Alleviating hay fever: Yarrow is used for fever, common cold, hay fever, absence of menstruation, dysentery, diarrhea, loss of appetite, gastrointestinal (GI) tract discomfort, and to induce sweating.
• Speeding elimination of urine
• Anxiety: A 2015 review of the anti-anxiety properties of essential oils found that two varieties of yarrow—achillea umbellate and achillea wilhemsii—did appear to help lessen anxiety. 
• Tooth Pain: Some people chew the fresh leaves to relieve toothache.

Side Effects:

Yarrow is generally considered safe to use medicinally. Possible side effects may include:

• Drowsiness
• Increased urination
• Skin irritation when used topically (such as for wound healing)
• Slowed Blood Clotting

Yarrow may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should also refrain from using yarrow, as this herb may induce a miscarriage and may have unknown effects on an unborn child.

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Acacia for Weight Loss, Gum Disease, and Inflammation

Herbal Remedy called Acacia for Obesity, Stomach Inflammation, Ginngivitas, 

The gum that is exuded from the acacia tree. Other names it has been called, Acacia arabica, Acacia senegal, Acacia verek, Arbre à Gomme Arabique, Bum Senegal, Bomme Arabique, Bomme de Senegal, Bummae Momosae, Goma Arábiga, Gomme Acacia, Gomme Arabique, Gomme d'Acacia, Gomme Sénégal, Gommier Blanc, Gum Acacia, Gum Arabic, Khadir, Kher, Kumatia, Mimosa senegal, Senegalia senegal.

Don't confuse acacia with sweet acacia (Acacia farnesiana), acai, cassie absolute, or sweet acacia (Acacia farnesiana).

Used by the Egyptians for hemorrhoids.  Acacia is a sticky substance that is used to help with a sore throat, reducing stomach discomforts.

Acacia caesia was tested on rats as part of topical wound treatment. It led to quicker wound healing than the standard treatment.

As a medicine, acacia is taken by to reduce cholesterol levels and to help with weight loss.  In manufacturing, acacia is used as a pharmaceutical ingredient in medications for throat or stomach inflammation and as a film-forming agent in peel-off skin masks. This really got my attention, because most pharmaceutical companies hate herbs that work, but I see this was is being used by manufacturers.

Benefits include high cholesterol, diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome and weight issues, obesity. Acacia helps remove toxins, cleanses the body.  There is a lot of talk about probiotics, Acacia is prebiotic helping with good bacteria in the gut.

Acacia is also effective in reducing skin inflammation and works well in the mouth for plaque and gum disease (gingivitis). Used in toothpaste, and mouthwashes to prevent gingivitis

Acacia is a digestible fiber it makes people feel full so they stop eating sooner. This is one way it helps with weight loss and reduced cholesterol levels.  In a study involving 120 women, 60 women took 30 grams per day of acacia gum for six weeks, while the other 60 took a placebo containing just 1 gram of pectin. Results showed that women who took the acacia gum reduced their body mass index. Their body fat percentage was also reduced by over 2 percent.

Doses:

For Dental plaque. Research indicates that chewing acacia gum for 10 minutes five times a day for 7 days reduced dental plaque more than sugar-free gum.

For Weight Loss that is some proof that taking 30grams of power a day helps weight loss.

Warning:

Some forms of acacia contain toxic chemicals that could cause hair loss, affect your digestive tract’s ability to take in nutrients, and stunt growth. Do not consume a form of acacia that you’re not familiar with.

Passionflower for Anxiety can be Dangerous

Passionflower for Herbal Remedies, Herbal Medicine

This family of plants is also known as Passiflora. Passionflower is available as infusions, teas, liquid extracts, and tinctures.

Studies suggest that specific species may have medicinal benefits. For example, Passiflora incarnata Purple Passionflower may help treat anxiety, insomnia, seizures, hysteria, and nervous disorders. Native 

American Indians have used passionflower to boils, wounds, earaches, and liver problems.  Passiflora foetida is more commonly known as stinking passionflower that has been shown to help with ulcers and digestion issues.

Passionflower was used in North American beginning in the 1800’s to treat nervous restlessness and gastrointestinal spasms. In short, the effects of passionflower were believed to be primarily on the nervous system, particularly for anxiety due to mental worry and overwork.

Passionflower has been examined for use in treating anxiety, insomnia, diabetes, menopausal symptoms, and cough. However, there are limited quality clinical trials to recommend passion flower for any indication. (reference)

Doses:

There are not enough studies to know what dosages for children, so be careful.  In addition, it is important to stress that these dosages are not prescriptions, but merely suggested guidelines. 

• Infusions: 2.5 grams, 3 to 4 times daily
• Teas: Tea made from 4 to 8 grams of dried herb, daily²
• Liquid extract: 10 to 30 drops, 3 times daily
• Tincture: 10 to 60 drops, 3 times daily

Passionflower Warning

In general, passionflower is considered safe and nontoxic. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), however, does not regulate the production of herbs and supplements. Most herbs and supplements are not thoroughly tested, and there is no guarantee regarding the ingredients or safety of the products.

Medications are known to have possible interactions with passionflower. These include antihistamines, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, and narcotics. In addition, any antidepressant has the potential to interfere with its potency as well.  Other herbal remedies that may cause issues with passionflower are kava and valerian root. Finally, substances like alcohol, caffeine, and aspirin may not mix well with passionflower usage.

Take care if you are taking blood thinners or anti-inflammatory medications, as these have been shown to have possible passionflower interactions

It may induce contractions if you’re pregnant. It can cause sleepiness, dizziness, confusion. Because of this, it should not be taken with sedative medications. Also, it’s not safe for pregnant women or breast-feeding women.

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Advantages of Moringa for Better Health

Moringa gives you a huge boost in Vitamins and Minerals.

This herbal remedy Moringa grows naturally in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. It mostly likes tropical climates Every part of the plant the leaves, bark, flowers, fruit, seeds, root and even the bark are used to make medicine.
Since it grows easily is a superfood source for some parts of the world because it is grown cheaply and has so many vitamins and minerals.

How they are prepared:

The immature green pods (drumsticks) are prepared similarly to green beans, while the seeds are removed from more mature pods and cooked like peas or roasted like nuts. The leaves are cooked and used like spinach, and they are also dried and powdered for use as a condiment.

Benefits:

Moringa helps with skin because it contains hydrating and detoxifying elements, that boost the skin and hair.

Moringa is used for asthma, diabetes, obesity, symptoms of menopause, and many other conditions, There is no real scientific proof or real studies to support these uses. In addition to medical health Moringa is used in foods, perfumes and hair care products.

Edema is an inflammatory condition where the body builds up fluids in the tissues. Moringa helps with the inflammation thus helping with edema.

Moringa also has been shown to protect against and reduce or stop cancer, because it contains niazimicin which reduces cancer. Leaf extracts slowed the growth of pancreatic cancer cells and helped chemotherapy work better.

The antibiotic and antibacterial properties of moringa will inhibit the growth of some pathogens making it very good for digestive issues, including bloating, constipation, gastritis, and ulcerative colitis. 

The combination of anti-inflammatory and vitamins and minerals makes it very helpful for healing broken bones, strengthening bones and helping with arthritis.  These properties also can reduce fluids and swelling in the brain, helping with memory, stress, and improved thinking ability.

Much success has been seen with using Moringa for depression, anxiety, stress, and fatigue. 

Bronchial inflammation that can cause asthma and other breathing issues can be reduced with Moringa.  High toxicity levels in the kidneys can be reduced because of the elevated levels of antioxidants, this can also help reduce kidney stones.  Moringa reduces blood sugar, making it helpful for diabetes and amazingly helps build hemoglobin levels.   The high level of isothiocyanate and niaziminin compounds keeps arteries from thickening which is what causes higher blood pressure.  Moringa may stop the dilation of retinal vessels, prevent the thickening of capillary membranes, and inhibit retinal dysfunction for eye health. It is thought that its ability to help the body absorb minerals better will help the body produce more red blood cells preventing anemia and sickle cell disease.  As an antioxidant, it helps with cell growth and cell regeneration, wound repairs and healing.  It also has calcium, protein, iron, and amino acids, which help your body heal and build muscle.

Warning:

Since moringa may lower blood sugar and blood pressure, do not mix moringa with medications to treat diabetes or blood pressure.  Moringa is not recommended for any women that are considering becoming pregnant or that are currently pregnant because it has anti-fertility properties. The chemicals in Moringa could lead to miscarriages. 

Special note:

Now you know why it is referred to as a “miracle tree,

Stinging Nettle For Allergies, Prostrate, Inflammation and More

Stinging Nettle

Easy to find in almost every state in the United States. It likes moist sunny spots.  They look like any other plant but they have hairy like nettles that secrete an acid chemical, formic acid that irritates the skin, causes itching, redness, and for me, it hurt for 14 to 40 minutes.  Felt like a bad bee sting and my hand actually went numb. Of course, I grab them with my bare hands, I don't suggest you do that. So yes the chemical is strong and long-lasting.

Stinging Nettle seems to be an aide in for these issues.

• Inflammation
• Arthritis
• Gout
• Prostrate
• Allergies
• Diabetes
• Detox
• Blood Cleanse
• GallStones
• Anemia
• Childbirth
• Menopause
• Bone Strength
• Blood Pressure

The Egyptians used Stinging Nettle for arthritis, and according to the Arthritis Foundation says many use Stinging  Nettle for Inflammation and Joint Pain relief.  It has also been shown to help improve osteoarthritis (OA) pain and ease gout. Anti-inflammation is a good cause for pain relief. 

Stinging Nettle can be taken as a capsule, cream, oil, tea and more.

Stinging nettle is also good for allergies such as hayfever, and other sinus issues. The anti-inflammation helps with allergies but it also helps because it reduces histamine which is what the body produces exposed to pollen, dust, dander, and other allergy triggers. The histamine is what causes the red eyes, itching, hives, that goes along with allergies. 

Now there are many herbs that helps with Inflammation and pain but none that I know of that helps with Allergies, Inflammation, and BPH.  BPH is benign prostatic hyperplasia a noncancerous growth on or in the prostate gland in men. BPH makes it hard for men to completely release urine from the bladder. Stinging Nettle may slow the growth or reduce the size of the growth in the gland, thus making it easier to urinate. 

Several studies show Stinging Nettle helps with blood sugar, in other words, it has been effective in treating diabetes   After 3 months, the stinging nettle extract had a positive effect on blood glucose levels.

For one, it cleanses the body of toxins. It also improves the nutrient uptake efficiency of the gut stimulates red blood cell production, speeds up wound healing, boosts energy levels and relieves fatigue and anemia.

Stinging nettle helps with women’s issues too. It helps ease painful labor in pregnant women reduces bleeding during childbirth, stimulates the production of milk for breastfeeding soothes menstrual cramps, reduces blood flow during the red days, and helps in hormonal shifts in menopausal women.

Stinging nettle also breaks down stones found in the gallbladder and kidney protects against excess fluid retention, maintains calcium content in our bones, reduce allergic reactions, treat asthma, lower  blood pressure, and relieves tension in the cardiovascular system.

Dosages

The Arthritis Foundation suggests taking up to 1,300 mg of stinging nettle as a tea, capsule, tablet, tincture, or extract. Otherwise, people can take 1–4 mg per day as a tincture, or they can apply creams directly to the skin.

Parsley Supports Tumors, Heart, Eye Health and More.

Parsley

Parsley is widely used as a garnish on your steak or other foods. However, you may be surprised at how important it is. It is a helpful herb for body and health.

To begin with, parsley is good for your bones, strengthening bones to help with fractures, rich in vitamin K, potassium, magnesium, and calcium all of which support bone health. Vitamin K helps build stronger bones by supporting bone-building cells called osteoblasts.

Our immune system is what protects us from germs, bacteria and more, parsley boosts the immune system, fights the effects of aging, protects the body from free radical damage, and supports healthy kidney function.

Parsley can help relieve pain in joints, relaxes tight stiff muscles. Parsley also helps with your digestion, blood, tumors,  treats anemia and contains cancer-fighting compounds. Over the years, parsley has been used to treat conditions like high blood pressure, allergies, and inflammatory diseases

A 1/2 cup (30 grams) of fresh, chopped parsley provides (3Trusted Source):

• Calories: 11 calories
• Carbs: 2 grams
• Protein: 1 gram
• Fat: less than 1 gram
• Fiber: 1 gram
• Vitamin A: 108% of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI)
• Vitamin C: 53% of the RDI
• Vitamin K: 547% of the RDI
• Folate: 11% of the RDI
• Potassium: 4% of the RDI

Lastly, it protects against rheumatoid arthritis, cleanses the liver, balances hormones, acts as a diuretic, reduces bad breath, and improves appetites.

Parsley is particularly rich in flavonoid antioxidants and vitamin C, which reduces oxidative stress in your body and may lower your risk of certain cancers. Plus, eating foods rich in vitamin C may reduce the risk of cancer as well. A 1/2 cup (30 grams) of parsley provides 53% of the RDI for this nutrient.

Parsley can help your vision, eye health. Lutein, beta carotene, and zeaxanthin are three carotenoids in parsley that help protect your eyes and promote healthy vision.  Vitamin A is essential for eye health, as it helps protect the cornea.

Heart health is also benefited by parsley.  it’s a good source of the B vitamin folate — with 1/2 cup (30 grams) providing 11% of the RDI. Experts are saying folate benefits heart health by lowering levels of the amino acid homocysteine.. 


Parsley Root!  Really the Root.  - Widely used in Europ, but not in the US.
Parsley Root used extensively by local physicians in all sorts of tinctures to cure dropsy and scarlet fever, as well as in bladder and kidney ‘teas’ because of its supposed diuretic properties.
https://britishfoodhistory.com/2017/01/04/forgotten-foods-5-parsley-root/  
Cooked, they can be used like any root vegetable in soups. Apparently, they roast very well and make excellent chips. Their slight earthiness marries well with fish, especially shellfish.

Herbal Remedies Wicked Good Seaweed Surprise

Bladder wrack 

Bladderwrack is actually an alga or seaweed, not a plant. As algae, it is loaded with iodine and there is a warning at the end of the possible metals contained in the Algae, Be sure to read to the end.  Some say to not take this internally and others tell of the super benefits. 



Also known as:  Alga Noruega o Nudosa, Algue Laminaire, Ascophylle Noueuse, Atlantic Kelp, Black Tang, Bladder Fucus, Bladder Wrack, Blasentang, Chêne Marin, Cutweed, Fucus, Fucus Vésiculeux, Goémon, Kelp, Kelpware, Kelp-Ware, Knotted Wrack, Laitue de Mer, Laitue Marine, Laminaire, Marine Oak, Meereiche, Norwegian Seaweed, Ocean Kelp, Quercus Marina, Rockweed, Rockwrack, Schweintang, Sea Kelp, Seawrack, Tang, Varech, Varech Vésiculeux Fucus vesiculosus, known by the common names bladderwrack, black tang, rockweed, bladder fucus, sea oak, cut weed, dyers fucus, red fucus, and rock wrack is a seaweed found on the coasts of the North Sea, the western Baltic Sea, and the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. 


Bladderwrack has many benefits for the underactive thyroid, the oversized (goiter) and other iodine deficient illnesses. One problem is that the Bladderwrack is not consistent in the amount of iodine. So I guess you could say this is another warning.

Bladderwrack is used for obesity, joint pain, digestive issues, constipation, urinary disorders, breathing, and sinus. It is known for helping with energy, and the immune system. It really sounds like a miracle product, but again there are many warnings.

Bladder wrack also contains algin, which can act as a laxative to help your regular bowel movements. This is one way it helps with weight control. Keeping the bowels clean.

Some people use bladderwrack for skin diseases, burns, aging skin, and insect bites.

Weight Loss
In many cultures, bladderwrack is thought to speed up your metabolism, which makes it easier to lose weight. When your body is working harder it burns off more fat and suppresses’ s the appetite, thereby preventing weight gain.

Reduced Inflammation

Whether you are suffering from gout, arthritis, hemorrhoids, or skin irritation, bladderwrack may successfully neutralize the irritation, reduce swelling, and even relieve pain. The internal and external (topical) uses of bladderwrack may both be useful approaches and are even better in conjunction, such as for sore muscles and joints. Thus internal and external use for inflammation.

Anticancer Potential

Fucoidan is a unique type of fiber found in high quantities within bladderwrack.  Studies suggest fucoidan has many beneficial properties with antiviral, antitumor, anticoagulant, antiangiogenic, and antiarthritic properties.

Heart Health
Bladderwrack may help with higher levels of HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol), which may be an aid in preventing atherosclerosis, lowering blood pressure, reducing your risk of strokes and heart attacks, and generally lessen the strain on your cardiovascular system.

Anti-aging Properties

There are many valuable minerals found in bladderwrack that can help to make the skin beautiful, but there are also powerful organic chemicals that can slow down the aging process.  These antioxidants in bladderwrack keep the skin looking healthy and young, reduce age spots and blemishes, and lessen the appearance of wrinkles. Antioxidants can also boost skin elasticity, keeping your skin looking tight and toned well into your old age.

Word of Warning! If you suffer from hyperthyroidism, then you may not need an extra boost of iodine. Also, some people are allergic to iodine, so large amounts of bladderwrack could be very dangerous. Finally, if you have an upcoming surgery or suffer from a bleeding disorder, you should avoid bladderwrack, as it can make blood clotting more difficult. Check with your medical professional before adding this herbal remedy into your health regimen.

Kill Candida, Reduce Inflammation, With These Simple Herbal Remedies

Oregano

Oregano is one of the most popular herbs in the kitchen. It adds a great flavor to many dishes and it is also good for you. 

Oregano contains rosmarinic acid and thymol. These are both powerful antioxidants, and help reduce oxidative stress and builds the immune system. 

Oregano also has 42 times the antioxidant level of apples and four times that of blueberries, gram per gram. This is thought to be mostly due to its rosmarinic acid content

Oregano helps protect the body from harmful bacteria, and free radicals thus build your immune system. Do you want to lose some weight, the herb oregano speeds your metabolism to help you in your struggle of weight loss.  Oregano is high in fiber so helps with digestion

Oregano is good for the blood, it helps balance cholesterol, protecting you from heart attacks and stroke. Promotes strong bones, and eliminates toxins.  Oregano is a natural form of omega-3 fatty acid that can help with joint pain and other types of inflammation.   

Yeast is a type of fungus. Candida is a yeast in the digestion region that can cause gut problems and infections, such as thrush.  It test tube studies oregano oil (which is a concentration of Oregano) has been found effective in controlling five different kinds of Candida. Candida has been associated with conditions such as Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative Colitis.

Carvacrol, the main compound in oregano oil, has also been shown to help lower cholesterol in mice that were fed a high-fat diet over 10 weeks.

Because it helps with inflammation it also aids in urinary infections, colds, flu, and other sicknesses. You can make Oregano oil, or tea or cook with it.

Making Oregano Oil in your kitchen

What To Do

• Boil water in a saucepan. Let it reach a rolling boil, and then turn off the flame.
• Put your oregano leaves into a jar and then pour the oil of your choice over the leaves.
• Place the jar into hot water and allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes. This process heats up the oil and allows the oregano to release its natural oils.
• Take the jar from the hot water and put it on a sunny windowsill for 1-2 weeks. Shake up the mixture every couple of days.
• After it sits for 2 weeks, strain the oil from the leaves into a second, sanitized jar. Store the oil in a cool and dark place.