Natural Herbal Beauty

LOBELIA(Lobelia inflata): Use the herb after the seed capsule has opened. Used for asthma and bronchial disorders. Caution: As little as 50 mg of the dried herb has caused poisoning symptoms.

MARSH MALLOW (Althaea officinalis): The root is used to soothe inflammations and irritations of the urinary and alimentary systems. Will help to dispel hoarseness and tickling of the throat as well as help in all bronchial disorders.

MULLEIN(Verbascum thapsus): The flowers and leaves are the parts used most of the time. Every part can be used. Used for bronchial problems as well as to inhibit the growth of certain bacteria. It is great to use during colds, as it has antibiotic properties. (more…)

You may already know that rose hips are very high in ascorbic acid. They are traditionally taken as an excellent natural source of vitamin C. But perhaps you don’t know that this herb is a good blood purifier considered helpful against all infections, especially those affecting the bladder and kidneys. This herb also easess tress; battles coughs, colds, and flu; and is very nourishing to the skin.

DESCRIPTION AND PARTS USED

There are more different kinds of roses than of any other plant in the herb category, and they all provide rose hips. The rose family (Rosaceae) is composed of thorny shrubs native to Europe and North America. Rose hips are the fruits of members of this family. After the rose petals fall, the hips appear. These pods can be as small as a pea or ase as most e and they come in various colors. Although some are large green, most hips are red or reddish-orange. The taste of rose hips is at once fruity and slightly spicy. (more…)