Wed 19 Nov 2008
Health Tips for Sore Throat
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Thu 2 Oct 2008
Officinal Herbs and Botanical Skincare part 3
Posted by arlene under Acne , Anti-Wrinkle , Cosmetics , Diet , Flowers , Fragrance , Garden , Hair , Leaves , Massage , Natural , Relax , Roots , Tea , Weight[4] Comments
DANDELION (Taraxacum officinale)
Dandelions are filled with nourishment, good for skin, liver and urinary systems, and therefore excellent for keeping the skin clear. Make a tea of leaves and flowers — 125 ml (1/2 cup) herb to 750 ml (3 cups) boiling water — and use as a wash for itchy skin, eczema and red skin. Use as a facial wash to invigorate the skin. Steep leaves and flowers in oil and use as a bath or body oil.
ELDER(Sambucus nigra)
Flowers, leaves, stems and roots of the elder can all be used medicinally. For cosmetics, though, the flowers are usually used. They are gently astringent and they soothe and soften the skin. (more…)
Wed 18 Jun 2008
COLDS, CHEST COMPLAINTS AND ASTHMA part 4
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BEST FOR BRINGING OUT MEASLES, AS IT WILL INDUCE SWEATING: Measles is a childhood disease that was thought at one time to be an uncomplicated disease. We now know that complications can and do happen. Best treatment is to have the little patient stay in bed and keep the room dimly lit. Provide quiet activities to keep the patient as quiet as possible. Provide plenty of liquids and keep the patient on a light, wholesome diet. Tepid baths seem to help the patient keep fever down and provide comfort. If the child is running a fever and the rash has not yet broken out, this herbal remedy will help them. Once the rash has broken out, the fever seems to go down somewhat. The disease lasts about 5 days. The fever should subside during those 5 days as the rash starts to disappear. (more…)
Tue 20 May 2008
Pet Care Garden Remedies 2
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FLEA POWDER: Mix and grind 1 cup each of rue, wormwood, rosemary, fennel, and peppermint. When the herbs have been ground to a powder, dust the animal with the herbal mixture, working it in as you go.
FLEA POWDER: Mix together 1 ounce each of powdered wormwood and rosemary. Add 2 ounces of powdered pennyroyal, and 2 teaspoons of cayenne pepper. Use as often as you would a commercial flea powder. Be careful—DO NOT GET THIS IN THE ANIMAL‘S EYES. (more…)
Sat 26 Apr 2008
Garlic is a very useful broad-spectrum whole-body detoxicant that fights infection of all types. This ancient herb supports the immune system and has antibiotic, antifungal, antimicrobial, and even antiviral properties. It strengthens blood vessels, helps regulate blood pressure, and reduces cholesterol. Garlic is useful in the treatment of arteriosclerosis, asthma, arthritis, cancer, circulatory problems, digestive disorders, liver disease, and ulcers. It combats sinusitis, helps relieve cold and flu symptoms, and may even help you sleep.
DESCRIPTION AND PARTS USED
Garlic is so well-known it needs no introduction. This perennial plant, a member of the lily family, is cultivated around the world. The cloves tucked inside the bulb hold the active elements. Garlic is appreciated both for its medicinal qualities and for the intense and distinctive flavor it brings to food. (more…)
