Tue 20 May 2008

Pet Care Garden Remedies 2

Posted by arlene under Flowers , Fruits , Garden , Hair , Herbs , Leaves , Leaves , Massage , Roots , Roots , Shampoo , Tea
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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…)

 

Mon 14 Apr 2008

Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis)

Posted by arlene under Flowers , Leaves , Roots , Tea
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Goldenseal enjoys a reputation as a cure-all, probably because it boosts immune function, and has anti-inflammatory, antibiotic, and antibacterial properties. This bitter herb is a good all-body purifier that aids the heart, lymphatic system, gastrointestinal tract, respiratory system, genitourinary tract, liver, spleen, pancreas, and colon. Goldenseal improves the action of sluggish glands and promotes hormonal harmony.

It is particularly useful as a healer of irritated mucous membranes throughout the body, which explains why goldenseal has a long tradition of use against colds, flu, glandular swelling, gum disease, and yeast infections. (more…)

 

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