HERB LISTInformation on Herbs, Herbal Healing, and Herbal Treatment HERB LIST: a general overview of many of the herbs used to treat health problems and maintain health. Many ailments and illness have been successfully treated using an herbal remedy, the natural way to health without chemicals. Many herbs support and maintain an already healthy system to prevent disease, while others treat specific problems in the body in a way that is natural. Herbal healing should be understood as a whole health regime, and used for that end. Understanding how herbs affect the body and which ones are specific for an illness is important in choosing which herbal remedy to use. Cross reference a condition from our HERB GUIDE, then look up the specific herbs listed to decide which ones are best for maintaining health, or used for everything from a natural acne treatment, for menopause symptoms, memory improvement, to indigestion, constipation or arthritis. Combinations of herbs work best in certain illnesses, while single herbs are used for specific complaints. Herbs should be used with caution if you are on a prescribed medication. Consult your primary medical practitioner before you begin using an herbal treatment. Please use the herb list below to access information on the specific plants:
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Cross-reference herbs with conditions at our Herb Guide Treatment for many gastro-instestinal problems, urinary tract infections, and also used in arthritis treatments. Used as a gargle to relieve sore throats and laryngitis, useful as a tonic for aiding recovery from winter colds, fevers, and diarrhea; applied externally in the form of a lotion to minor sores, blemishes, pimples, and ulcers AMLA (Emblica Officinalis, Indian Gooseberry) Fruit contain high amounts of vitamin C, 20 times that of an orange. Immune booster. Nutritional, high vitamin and mineral content, vitamin K and iron; contains phyto-estrogen for treating symptoms of menopause; lowers cholesterol. For menstrual cramps, colicky intestinal pain, poor digestion; expectorant for coughs and bronchitis. Good for intestinal colic and gas, colic in infants, and nausea. Has expectorant properties, and may be used for bronchitis, and persistant cough. Extenal use of aniseed oil: treat scabies and helps control lice. EXTERNAL USE ONLY One of the best herbal remedies for bruises, sprains, sore muscles, any pain or inflammation where skin is not broken. ASHWAGANDA (Withania somnifera) Used as a sedative; lowers blood pressure; has anti-inflammatory properties; supports the immune system. Herb List top of page Contains flavonoids, choline: primarily promotes and stimulates immune function, stimulates natural production of interferon. Mild antibiotic, ideal remedy for immuno-compromized. Tonic for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. For fever, diarrhea, gall stones, jaundice. Effective against E Coli, stimulates immune system.External uses for sores, ulcers, acne, ringworm, and used to kill bacteria on injured skin. Astringent for venous congestion, especially in respiratory or gastro-intestinal mucous lining; used as gargle for sore gums or sore throat. BETONY (Stachys/Betonica officinalis) Used as a gentle stimulating tonic for cerebral circulation, neuralgic and ischemic conditions affecting the head. Useful for gastro-intestinal irritability, chronic rheumatism, sciatica, ischemic headaches (migraines), strokes and pains in the head and face. Relieves symptoms of PMS, female reproductive tract problems and menopause; prevents miscarriage. Reduces joint inflammation as in arthritis and rheumatism. It is specific for the initial phases of influenza when there is chilliness, aching muscles and an acute fever. It is thought that the salicylic acid in the herb may be responsible for alleviating myalgias and neuralgias. It dilates peripheral vascular system and lowers blood pressure. Herb List top of page Astringent, antiseptic, purifier, especially for skin eruptions; anti fungal and vermifuge in larger doses. Digestive tonic, bronchial expectorant; topically for skin infections, as gargle for oral lesions (prevents plaque build up). Supplies trace minerals, good for low thyroid, obesity and removing toxic minerals. Bladderwrack improves nutrition by supplying minerals and trace elements such as iodine, and is indicated in hypothyroidism due to lack of iodine. Female tonic, improves uterine tone. Used to relieve false labor pains while increasing the strength of the contractions during actual labor. It decreases pain in childbirth and alleviates "after pains." It is both tonifying to atonic uterine tissue while it is also relaxing to spastic uterine muscles and is used for uterine atrophy, menstrual cramps, cervical varicose veins, amenorrhea, premature or profuse menstruation and atonic conditions. Also indicated for problems with the male reproductive tract, including orchitis and impotence. Beneficial for inflammation and congestion of a chronic nature, such as in arthritis. It is a cerebrospinal trophorestorative and has been used for epilepsy. Herb List top of page Sedative and diaphoretic; useful in early stages of flu. BONESET (Eupatorium perforatum) Used for influenza and colds with night sweats, aching in both muscles and bones, and fever. Tea form is best for colds and influenza. Enhances immune system defenses, beneficial for colds, influenza, intermittent fevers, rheumatism and pulmonary inflammation such as pleurisy with cough and sore chest. This plant was considered a miracle herb in 1918-1919 when it was successfully used for epidemic influenza. BROMELAIN (derived from pineapple) Aides digestion, absorption of nutrients from food and supplements. Anti-inflammatory, used for oeteo arthritis and rheumatic arthritis; speeds up healing of bruises and wounds. Diuretic and urinary antiseptic; treats urinary tract infections. Diuretic properties useful for treatment of high blood pressure. Herb List top of page Blood and liver cleanser, mild immune stimulant, antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties. Used for chronic skin eruptions such as acne, psoriasis, eczema, boils, carbuncles and sties. Helpful treatment for arthritis, sciatica, urinary calculi and gout. Also used to normalize the menstrual cycle, during menopause and for mastitis. Laxative and mild anti parasitic (similar to Black Walnut). Astringent, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, promotes healing in skin injuries, and burns. Also for infections, colds; mild immune and circulatory stimulation. Supports normal connective tissue, aids in healing wounds, burns, bruises, boils, rashes and useful for infectious diseases. Useful in prevention or treatment of tumors. The "hot" in pepper. Used topically to treat pain of arthritis and fibromyalgia. Circulatory tonic and digestive aid, improves metabolism, used for weight loss. Children's tonic, colic, teething, also any stomach upset, gastritis. Used for early treatment of colds; a stimulant, improves circulation; aids utilization of other herbs; stimulates digestion and appetite; helpful in asthma formulas. CEDAR, WESTERN (Thuja plicata or occidentalis) Antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial. In small doses stimulates the kidneys and lungs. In large doses, irritating to these organs and the digestive system. Commonly used externally and internally for warts, including HPV. Useful for urinary incontinence, bedwetting in children, and for respiratory and urinary tract infections. For biliary colic, chronic liver disease, jaundice good overall liver tonic and cleanse; for skin eruptions. A calmative to gastrointestinal and nervous system, especially in children (colic, teething), and the elderly (improves appetite, digestion and sleep). Anti-spasmodic, eases cramps in muscles, soothes smooth muscles, helps relieve gas. Mild anti-microbial, anti-catarrhal (against heat) to remove mucus buildup in sinuses, head colds, and allergies. Reduces inflammation, colic pain and protects against ulcer formation in digestive tract. Antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant properties. Used in liver congestion, arthritis, malignant growths, respiratory and urinary tract infections, and as a mosquito repellent. Herb List top of page CHASTE TREE (Vitex or Chasteberry Menstrual regulator, improves circulation and tone of female organs, promotes progesterone production. Treats PMS, menopause, female hormone regulation. Tonic and expectorant, especially in bronchial congestion. Mild diuretic for water retention; demulcent for coughs; topically for skin eruptions and hemorrhoids. Astringent, stimulant and antiseptic that stops nausea, vomiting and relieves gas and indigestion. Natural anti-fungal. Treatment for Candida. Good diuretic, blood purifier acts to reduce gravel or stones. Demulcent for bronchial and gastric irritations including asthma, cough and lung congestion.Coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara)Coltsfoot is suitable for debilitated individuals and chronic conditions. It is indicated for chronic respiratory conditions like asthma, emphysema and silicosis and can decrease the time for bronchial cilia to recover after damage from smoking. Herb List top of page Diuretic; may be used for bladder and prostate problems. Antispasmodic for dysmenorrhea and other rhythmic uterine pains; for smooth muscle cramps or spasms including intestinal; sometimes used for threatened miscarriage. Strong diuretic and urinary antiseptic (acidifies the urine). Treats cystitis (urinary tract infections). Stimulates flow of bile, which breaks down cholesterol and fat. Treatment for obesity. Mild diuretic and tonic for nervous depression and poor appetite; for recurring genitourinary complaints with emotional causes. High in Vitamins A, D, C, and B, minerals iron, magnesium, zinc nd manganese. Excellent diuretic (leaf) and liver cleanser (root); lowers cholesterol and blood pressure. Natural diuretic. Treats high bloodpressure; digestive, liver and gallbladder disorders, anemia. Herb List top of page Anti-inflammatory, useful in arthritis, fibrositis, rheumatism, fibromyalgia. Effective in stimulating the lymphatic system to increase resistance to disease. Blood purifier; builds endurance; has been used for lowering blood sugar. Chinese blood tonic, regulates menstrual cycle. Treats symptoms of menopause and PMS, muscle cramps, lowers blood pressure. Strong immune stimulating properties; useful in colds, flu, sore throat, infections, skin eruptions, allergies, viral disease and immune deficiency. Often combined with GoldenSeal. Antiseptic, expectorant, diaphoretic, bitter tonic, antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory, balances immune system, diuretic, tones lungs and digestive system, strengthens and cleanses respiratory tract mucous membranes. Used for irritable cough, especially in chronic coughs of the elderly or invalid; chronic bronchitis, sinusitis, tuberculosis, silicosis, asthma and emphysema. Also used for gastrointestinal ulcers. Herb List top of page Expectorant, diaphoretic (causes sweating); blood purifier, and mild laxative; long traditional use for early stages of coughs, colds and flu. A strong nerve stimulant, relieves swelling of mucus membranes and opens air passages due to antispasmodic action; used in asthma and allergies. Used topically to relieve pain of arthritis, muscle strains, and increase blood flow. Rich in linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid. Used as a pain killer and asthma treatment. Relieves pain of arthritis, PMS, anxiety, helps control blood pressure, reduce cholesterol, and treats eczema. Used for menopausal symtoms, especially hot flashed. The Arthritis Foundation states it may be useful in treating rheumatoid arthritis. For colds, sinus congestion, and allergies; acts as topical astringent; for mild eye inflammations. Use when there are watery discharges from nose and eyes. Herb List top of page Aids digestion, relieves gas and bloating, improves appetite; expectorant for coughs and colds; anti-inflammatory for joint stiffness and pain. For chronic headache or rheumatic inflammation; prevention of migraine headache. Used for migraine headaches, arthritis, colds and flu. Cardiovascular health, healthy skin. Rich in essensial oils and plant omega-3 fatty acid. Used in chronic constipation. Indicated for treating chronic diseases, including arthritis, psoriasis and prevention of arteriosclerosis. Lowers blood pressure, used for asthma, glaucoma and congestive heart failure. USE WITH EXTREME CAUTION: Contains digitalis, used to treat heart arrhythmias (irregular beats) and to strenghthen the heart. Maintains health of pancreas and insulin production. Used for diabetes. For general health enhancement; stimulates immune system, may aid in protecting against cancer, strong antibiotic with anti-microbial, anti-fungal and anti-parasitic action; lowers blood pressure. Used to decrease plaque in atherosclerosis, beneficial for infectious conditions, high blood pressure, dysentery, peripheral vascular diseases, diabetes and liver disease. Herb List top of page A bitter tonic and a digestive stimulant; stimulates appetite and digestive secretions; especially useful with debilitated persons and the elderly. Combine with ginger and lemon. Gentian Violet is an excellent treatment for Candida infections. For indigestion and nausea, motion sickness; a general stimulant and aids respiratory congestion; joint pain. When combined with other herbs, makes them more effective. Improves peripheral circulation and blood flow to the brain; helpful in memory, hearing and restoration and improvement of cerebral and coronary blood flow. May prevent strokes by decreasing platelets which form clots. Used for migraine headaches, may help in delaying effects of senile dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Used to treat peripheral blood flow problems such as, Raynauds disease, varicose veins, peripheral artery disease, and other blood circulation problems. Used for nervous disorders and indigestion; a stimulant for mental, physical and nervous exhaustion; aids utilization of food and serves as a nutrient. Adaptogen for stress. Normalizes body systems such as blood sugar; male tonic. Types Siberian, Indian, and Panax. Siberian used to treat menstrual cycle and hormone imbalance. Also promotes blood flow to the brain. Indian: anxiety, immune system, arthritis, erectile function. Panax: increases energy, stengthens immune system, decreases fatigue. Herb List top of page For indigestion, and appetite stimulation; combats colds, diarrhea, flu and infection; soothes skin ulcerations and mucous membrane inflammations. Goldenseal is used in colds, flu, sore throats, acute and chronic middle ear infections, conjunctivitis, vaginitis and a variety of other mucous membrane problems. Small doses have a stimulating, tonifying effect upon the gastric tissues. It decreases passive bleeding. It also stimulates the normal action of the liver and gall bladder. Improves bloodflow to the brain which improves memory, concentation and brain function; used to treat anxiety, and depression ; poor circulation and low endurance and energy; stimulant. Used topically for minor skin abrasions. Soothes mucosal irritations, especially in urinary tract, bladder and prostate; flushes sediment from kidney. Contains antioxidant flavonoids which increases the activity of Vitamin C; protects against atherosclerosis (hardening of arteries); builds collagen, blocks free radicals to fight cancer, and is an anti-inflammatory. Herb List top of page General tonic containing flavonoids, saponins, minerals, Vitamins B1, B2, D, and E, and carotene. Used for depression, stress symptoms, diarrhea. Boosts energy levels, used as an appetite suppresant, aids in smoking cessation, and is a stimulant. Used to treat obesity and arthritis. Lowers cholesterol and tryglycerides, may prevent plaque in arteries, reduces risk of blood clots. Anti-oxidant. "Sugar Killer", removes the taste for sweet foods, can help with blood sugar control; diabetes and hypoglycemia. Strong heart tonic (strengthens heart muscle and improves coronary blood flow); lowers blood pressure. Anti-oxidant, protects against plaque in arteries, maintains healthy arteries,veins and heart; improves cardiac function. Used for heart pain, shortness of breath, rapid or weak pulse, coronary artery disease, blood pressure problems. NOTE: Hawthorn is not used foracute illness. Chronic illness of the heart and vessels respond well to hawthorne, however, it must be taken for at least three to four months for beneficial effects to show, and then long term to maintain healthy arteries, veins and heart muscle. Herb List top of page For gastric spasms due to nervousness; strong muscle relaxant; sedative for anxiety; promotes restful sleep. Used for colic in babies, and the estrogenic properties are useful during menopause. An excellent expectorant for coughs and lung congestion. used for colds, bronchitis, moist asthma, coughs in general, feverish conditions and to stimulate digestion. Diuretic and astringent, useful in bladder and kidney problems, bedwetting in children, incontinence in the edlerly, kidney stones. High mineral content includes silica and calcium. Astringent, containing tannins and anthocyanins; improves vision; stimulates circulation, especially in venous system; useful with diarrhea, eye disorders, hemorrhoids and sugarmetabolism problems. Herb List top of page Used for indigestion, influenza, colds and a gargle for sore throats, infectious conditions of the lungs and digestive system. Other properties include: diuretic, expectorant, digestive/gas reliever. Excellent antiseptic. Diuretic, useful in bladder or kidney conditions, especially chronic bladder infections. WARNING: Juniper should be avoided by those with chronic kidney disease. Natural tranquilizer; treats depression, anxiety, insomnia. Circulatory stimulant, antiseptic, excellent cleansing properties. Treats burns, prevents scarring; useful for acne. In aromatherapy is calming and promotes sleep. Contains citronella, tannins, flavinoids, tocopherols and choline. General nervous system restorative, lowers blood pressure; digestive calming effects. Used as a hot tea for colds, migraines, insomnia, depression and hypertension especially if associated with stress. The essential oil has been used externally to treat herpes simplex. LEMON GRASS (cymbopogon citratus) Stimulates cell regeneration and soothes intestinal infections. Anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties. Treats Candida. Herb List top of page A demulcent and expectorant for coughs and respiratory congestion; stimulant; promotes estrogen; improves adrenal function. NOTE: Use with caution, and never for more than three to four weeks, may cause high blood pressure, low potassium, salt and water retention. Strong bronchial dilator, expectorant, antispasmodic and larger doses, emetic; use for asthma and any lung congestion, hiccoughs; helpful in stopping smoking. Antibacterial and immune stimulating; for colds, flu, viral sore throats, chronic viral disease, respiratory infections and congestion; antifungal and anti-parasitic. Excellent for soothing mucous membrane irritation in gastrointestinal, respiratory and urinary tract disease. Anti-inflammatory. Anti-inflammatory, astringent, diuretic, and antibacterial against staph, strep, E. coli, and other bacteria. Used for colds, flu, chronic gastritis, rheumatoid arthritis and inflammation of the nerves, muscles and skin. Contains silymarin, a flavonoid, which is a powerful anti-oxidant. Used for liver disease and cleansing; actually aids liver regeneration after toxic exposure. Herb List top of page Antispasmodic and female tonic (improves blood flow to the female organs); PMS tension, high blood pressure due to stress, nervous pulse. High in vitamin C, Iron, Calcium, and potassium. Promotes blood circulation and digestion; supports normal blood glucose levels and increases energy; has natural anti-aging benefits and anti-inflammatory properties, helps immune system and heightens mental clarity. For more on this naturally nutritional plant see Moringa Today. Similar to Golden Seal and Barberry in action. Treats skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema. Also stomach and gall-bladder conditions, nausea and vomiting. Useful for chronic constipation. Expectorant and astringent. Useful with irritations of the lungs and bowels. Used in hoarseness, coughs, bronchitis, whooping cough, asthma, hay fever and other respiratory conditions. It is also used in colic, constipation, facial neuralgia and urinary tract irritation. Externally, the oil is used for earaches. Soothes mucous membrane irritation; astringent, stimulant, digestive/gas reliever. Good topically for wounds or as gargle for oral lesions. Immune stimulating and antifungal. Used for pharyngitis, urinary tract infections, any mucous membrane irritation. May have analgesic properties. An astringent and alkalizing diuretic; good nutritive and high mineral content; a mucosal astringent that decreases secretions. Treats symptoms of enlarged prostate, is a natural diuretic, and useful for kidney stones and urinary tract problems. Herb List top of page Stimulates the central nervous system. Aids in absorption of other herbs and enhances their effect. Nervous stress reliever; antispasmodic; feeds the nervous system; restores energy and vital force to weakened systems; helpful in breaking addictions. Topically for skin conditions, blemishes and acne. Relieves pelvic lymphatic congestion such as "boggy" uterus and prostate. OLEUM CARYOPHYLII and OLEUM LAVANDULA Strong antiseptic properties, for treatment of acne. See: Lavender Lowers blood pressure, improves circulation, balances blood sugar. Effective for treating Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, viral infections and herpes. Anti-fungal to fight yeast and candida infections. Liver tonic and cleanser, blood purifier; for poor protein digestion or hangovers; for sluggish gastrointestinal system. Herb List top of page Aid for bronchial irritations, congestion, or coughs that are dry; anti viral, immune stimulating properties. Nerve relaxand and mild sedative. Analgesic for female reproductive organs, treament for PMS and menopausal symptoms. Sedative for insomnia, relieves anxiety, nervousness and tension headach. Calms and soothes. May reduce blood pressure from tension and nervous tremors. Treats anxiety, depression, headaches and migraines, insomnia. Antiseptic and blood purifier; anti-fungal properties as potent as ketoconazole, a common antifungal drug, used in the treatment of Candidiasis; best taken in tincture form, extractedmedicinally in pharmaceutical ethanol. To prevent side effects, it is also important that the whole bark is used in the extraction process. Relieves gas pains, aids digestion, calms nausea and diarrhea as in flu. Used for colic, flatulence, irritable bowel syndrome; topically to soothe insect bites and stings. Diuretic, astringent, excellent for urinary tract infections, especially if kidneys involved including gravel and stones; use when urination is scanty, painful and contains mucous. Herb List top of page Diuretic, antiseptic, and astringent, used topically for wounds in healing salves or internally for mucosal irritations. The fresh leaf is used topically for wounds, insect bites, stings and in cough syrups, and as a poultice on wounds or to draw out splinters. Internally used for urinary and respiratory tract infections. Antispasmodic, diaphoretic, expectorant; for bronchitis, pneumonitis, pleurisy, especially with hot, dry mucosa. Stimulant and astringent for poor peripheral circulation or venous congestion including the pelvis; used for mouth ulcerations. Grain native to Bolivia and Peru. Contains eight essential amino acids normally found only in meat, eggs and dairy products. Is an iron booster and used to treat iron-deficiency anemia. Strong blood purifier; nutritive to nervous system; aid for spasmodic cough, ulcerations and tumors. Contains phyto-estrogens and useful for menopausal symptoms. Mild antispasmodic, sedative, expectorant, blood thinner. Especially useful for treating the lungs, throat and salivary glands. Relieves nausea and improves digestion; improves uterine tone and blood supply; increases milk production. Red raspberry is often used during pregnancy. A strong tea can be made into ice cubes and given as ice chips to the women during labor. It will help prevent post-partum hemorrhage. Also useful in passive uterine hemorrhage, menorrhagia and symptoms of diarrhea. Mild, soothing astringent, uterine tonic. Herb List top of page Expectorant, astringent, antispasmodic, for tonsillitis and bronchitis or any lymph swelling, also with enlarged spleen or liver; hastens clotting time. Used in lymphatic, splenic and liver congestion, enlarged lymph nodes, sinusitis, tonsillitis, laryngitis, pharyngitis, chronic post-nasal drip and mononucleosis. It also can increase platelet counts and is specific for reducing cysts. Balances cholesterol levels. Appetite stimulant in small doses, and tonic bitter for indigestion and gas; in large doses a laxative/purgative. Antioxidant, contains Vitamin C, potassium, copper, magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc, and manganese. Helps control blood sugar, lowers blood pressure, and aids in immune functioning. Treats allergies and food intolerances, improves liver function. Tonic and energizer. Helps improve memory functioning and concentration. Herb List top of page Astringent, antibacterial against Strep and Staph. Strong antioxidant. Helps memory function in elderly. Used for hot flashes, night sweats, galactorrhea, treating the symptoms of diarrhea and gastric atony with gas and burping. It is also beneficial for mucous membrane irritation, like gum ulcerations and sore throats. Soothes mucous membranes; relieves gas; useful with rheumatism and serves as a precursor for hormone production; excellent digestive tonic. Diuretic; enhances endurance; breaks down mucous in respiratory congestion; useful in prostate (BPH), urethritis and kidney problems. Effective in treating hepatitis and in the regeneration of damaged liver tissues. Is used during chemotherapy to protect against cell damage. Hemostatic astringent; helps stop passive gastrointestinal or uterine bleeding; diuretic, breaks down urate stones. Stimulates the immune system aiding response to chronic infection, tumors, and debilitated states (Fresh freeze drying uniquely preserves the active polysaccharides). Herb List top of page Antispasmodic and a relaxing nerve tonic, for nervous muscle activity (spasms or twitches); for insomnia, anxiety and neuralgia. Used as a sedative, to relieve gas/digestive complaints, as an antispasmodic, and is a cerebral vasodilator, and hypotensive. Lowers blood pressure. Used for insomnia, restless sleep, anxiety, agitation, nervous exhaustion and nervous system weakness after a prolonged illness. It is indicated for nervous irritation of the cerebrospinal nervous system. Very effective for indigestion and gas; soothes mucous membrane in GI and respiratory disease. Slippery elm is indicated for soothing mucous membrane irritation in the gastrointestinal tract, respiratory tract and urinary tract. Internally, it is used for inflammatory respiratory tract disorders, inflammation of the mouth, throat, stomach, intestines, bladder and urethra and externally for wounds, burns, ulcers, and all inflammatory skin disorders. For agitation and depression; mild immune stimulation and antiviral; used topically over migratory or shooting pains, especially with nerve involvement. May aid with children's bed wetting. Is a muscle relaxer and used to treat menstrual cramps. Used as an antidepressant. Sedative, antispasmodic, astringent, diuretic; for mucous or gravel in the urine, or any pelvic venous and lymphatic congestion including , hemorrhoids, swollen prostrate laryngitis. Herb List top of page TEA TREE OIL (Melaleuca alternifolia) Anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-septic, and stimulates the immune system. Treatment for mouth ulcers and abscesses, conjunctivitis, acne, boils, impetigo, psoriasis, dandruff, vaginitis, thrush, septic wounds, cuts and abrasions, carbuncles, pus-filled infections, and ringworm. It is also said to ease the pain of burns and hemorrhoids and help rid the hair and body of lice and ticks. Thyme is specific for whooping cough, bronchitis and other respiratory tract conditions. It can be used both internally and externally on the chest. Additionally thyme is beneficial for urinary tract infections. Anti-inflammatory, topical antibacterial and antifungal, lowers cholesterol. Inhibits platelet aggregation and prevents cataracts. Used for flatulence, jaundice, menstrual difficulties,gallstones, hemorrhage, toothache, bruises, colic, arthritis, sprains, wounds and as an anticancer agent. Stimulates production of bile to lower blood cholesterol levels; prevents the formation of blood clots that can lead to heart attack or stroke. When combined with milk thistle and peppermint used as treatment for gallstones. Antibiotic; useful in bacterial infections (especially of the intestine), and colds and flu where it also has immune stimulating properties and in fungal conditions, infectious conditions with fever. Herb List top of page Kills bacteria in urine, used for urinary tract disorders; natural diuretic; has anti-inflammatory properties. Used as a irinary tract antiseptic; diuretic. One of the most gentle and harmless herbal sleep remedies. A nervous system sedative; for anxiety, irritability, insomnia due to excessive worry or depression; mild pain relief. Used forrestlessness, emotional stress, pain, insomnia, anxiety, nervous palpitations, nervous irritation, cardiovascular arrhythmias, attention deficit and hyperactivity syndromes, gastrointestinal cramping, menstrual cramps, shingles and backaches. A relaxing and stimulating nervine with specific influence on hepatic and renal autonomic functions. It is used for nervous depression, acute spasms of bronchitis and whooping cough, amenorrhea and dysmenorrhea. Effective cardiac tonic and muscle relaxant; relieves nervous tension; lowers tension-related high blood pressure. Tonic and astringent (contains tannin and salicin); reduces fevers, relieves headache and joint inflammation, the natural form of aspirin. Herb List top of page Stimulating astringent, quiets nervous irritability. An astringent tonic to the respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts with sedative actions on the nervous and circulatory systems. Used as a nutritive tonic in pleurisy, pneumonia, whooping cough, nervous cough, acute inflammatory conditions and febrile diseases. It is useful in all irritations of mucous membranes in pulmonary, urinary and gastrointestinal tracts and indicated for chronic bronchitis, chronic diarrhea and coughs of a general nature. Antispasmodic; relieves colic; spasm or cramping of smooth muscle including gall bladder and uterus; hormone precursor. Astringent, and an anti-inflammatory that soothes minor scrapes and cuts; releives pain and inflammation when applied to hemorrhoids and varicose veins. Bitter tonic, for poor digestion; brings down fevers; rids the intestines of worms. Stimulant; for colds and fever; antiseptic, antifungal, astringent, anti-inflammatoary. Used in the initial stages of colds or fevers, bleeding hemorrhoids, excessive menstrual flow with uterine atony or uterine spasms and vaginitis with vaginal atony. Herb List top of page Blood cleanser (high iron content); helpful in anemia, chronic skin disorders and congestion; for poor fat digestion and constipation. Used for liver congestion and chronic skin conditions. Improves lymph drainage in mild colds, sore throats and sinus infections; also in subacute colitis and cystitis. Expectorant and antispasmodic; for coughs, bronchitis and asthma; anti fungal. A blood purifier, used internally and externally for slow healing ulcers and skin eruptions, arthritis and joint inflammation of arthritis, neuralgia and rheumatism. Herb List should be used as a reference only. No guarantee of healing or cures are implied. Always consult a medical professional for illness. Herb List Home
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