| Just as a conventional drugstore carries hundreds of over-the-counter and prescription drugs for almost any health problem you can think of, more and more herbal remedies are becoming available for an ever-expanding number of conditions. Just as a conventional drugstore sells products for skin care, hair care, and even pet care, manufacturers are developing herbal alternatives for such needs. And just as a conventional drugstore can be a bewildering place, competing herbal products can leave you confused as to what to buy. | | In Germany, herbal remedies are overseen by a specific body, known as the Commission E. This government panel evaluates the available research on an herb's effectiveness for an ailment, its tradition of use, and its safety. Panel members then approve the sale of some herbs and combination products for specific conditions. German doctors can prescribe herbs or herbal products just as they would drugs. or over-the-counter drugs. Many are safe for everyone except pregnant or nursing mothers and infants. Some are even safe enough for babies. |
the Editors of PREVENTION
See book keywords and concepts |  And since this book does most of the work for you by describing the best herbal remedies for whatever ails you, all you have to do is open your front door and let those herbs into your home.
In fact, you've probably already done it. "Look at your spice rack in the kitchen and realize that those are herbs and that some of those herbs have medicinal qualities," says Lorilee Schoenbeck, N.D., a naturopathic physician at the Champlain Center for Natural Medicine in Shelburne, Vermont. Then shift your gaze to the vegetable bin, where those garlic cloves, for example, have lots of medicinal uses. |
Janet Zand, LAc, OMD, Allan N. Spreed, MD, CNC, James B. LaValle, RPh, ND
See book keywords and concepts |  CONVENTIONAL TREATMENT
¦ If stress manifests itself as anxiety or depression, your doctor may recommend a short-term course of medica-
Adaptogens
Adaptogen is a term used for herbal remedies that strengthen or improve the body's overall ability to cope with the effects of stress. They do this by supporting and strengthening various organs, making the body more resilient in recovering from the stress response. Numerous herbs have long traditions of use for this purpose. Some of the best known include the following:
• Ashwaganda. • Dong quai.
• Astragalus. • Schizandra.
• Corcyceps. |
American Medical Publishing
See book keywords and concepts | | Yes, many prescription drugs are dangerous and deadly, but eliminating them in exchange for herbal remedies is not the answer. Herbs cannot treat everything, especially serious infections, acute medical conditions, and chronic diseases like diabetes. Insulin is the only known treatment for diabetes. While herbs may help improve a diabetic's overall condition, and perhaps even reduce the the amount of insulin needed, it will never replace it entirely.
• When it comes to herbs, knowledge is power. Before you take a single herbal supplement, learn all you can about it. | | But clearly, herbal medicine is not risk-free, so some rules of thumb may help you use herbal remedies safely:
• Make sure of you match your health problem with the proper herbal remedy. An herb expert or "doctor" may be competent in the use of herbs to treat illness, but a true medical doctor has the training and the tools to make an accurate diagnosis, and is also more competent at making sure you don't mix things up in a dangerous manner.
• Use according to label directions, unless directed by an herbal specialist. Don't over use! | | Nothing is more trusted than herbs, and herbal remedies. After all, herbs are just plants, many of them already extremely familiar to us. What could be safer than eating a lot of garlic every day to improve health? Or how about fish oil tablets? Certainly ordinary nutmeg is always safe to eat and risk free, right?
Well, the answer to all of the above is: "Not necessarily!"
Think about it. Poison Ivy Is Natural, Too! Just because a plant or herb is "natural" or unprocessed does not necessarily mean it's safe. | | In the example of oxycontin, which is a pain killer, there are certainly dozens of different ways to deal with pain - from acupuncture and biofeedback — to herbal remedies and milder, safer over the counter medications. Remember that when it comes to
_ 7n prescription drugs, knowledge is power. The more you know about the drug you are taking and its potential dangers, the better off you will be. You may even avoid death, addition or serious and permanent illness. A little research is well worth that final benefit. | | Once again, the temptation when dealing with "natural" herbal remedies is to believe they are completely safe, and that doubling up. or even taking 10 to 100 times the recommended dose is safe. Never make this assumption that a herb is not a "drug" even though it may not be, per se. But keep in mind, many of the modern pharmaceuticals you get from doctors are actually preparations based on natural planted-based products, many of them herbs. For example, the powerful heart medication, digitalis is derived from the common foxglove plant. |
Simon Mills and Kerry Bone
See book keywords and concepts |  There was no Cartesian body/mind split.
5. herbal remedies were often classified by the internal disharmony they affected; thereafter they were used as allopathic remedies, in the strict sense of that term.
If modern herbal therapeutics is to be true to its traditions then it should be able to postulate modern versions of the above themes.
Unfortunately, there are no such constructs widely understood among the general population. | | A range of herbal remedies have been directed to facilitating the process, to drive recovery. Many of these are the tonics listed earlier. If recovery is from febrile disease, sustaining warming remedies like achillea (yarrow), Angelica archangelica (common angelica), Cinnamonum zeylanicum (Ceylon cinnamon), Cardamomum (cardamon) or Foeniculum (sweet fennel) might be indicated. | | The body and mind as complex dynamic systems 16
A useful way to appreciate the potential of herbal remedies is to review those approaches to using them which have developed in a number of cultures through history. Some common themes emerge in this review, though varied by their background; when these are recast in the light of modern scientific enquiry one may glimpse therapeutic approaches that are radically different from those which underpin conventional medicine. |
Gary Null, Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Raspberry leaf tea, and other herbal remedies, can help women feel better during pregnancy.
A pregnancy exercise program will generally be based on how active the individual was prior to pregnancy, as well as any specific conditions that may emerge during pregnancy. However, aerobics tend to be the best form of activity during this time.
The Alexander technique is a method designed to restore the freedom of movement necessary for women dealing with the added demands of pregnancy. Certain massage therapies are beneficial during and after pregnancy. |
Ann Blake Tracy, Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | I prefer the old simple herbal remedies used for centuries. The real tragedy is that the natural health industry has also embraced the serotonin hypothesis and have been actively searching for every method to increase serotonin levels naturally. Of course whether you increase serotonin "naturally" or any other way, the end result of damage from the increased serotonin remains the same. I have grown concerned over the use of St John's Wort, 5HTP, and homeopathic serotonin sold in health food stores. I have witnessed LSD flashbacks produced via St. |
Alan Keith Tillotson, Ph.D., A.H.G., D.Ay.
See book keywords and concepts |  This personal approach will allow you to make dietary choices that are complementary to your herbal remedies, enabling you to enjoy a harmonious herbal regimen.
In 1997, I was one of the speakers at a conference for the Delaware Department of Aging. The keynote speaker, a physician from Hawaii, had everyone stand up. She then challenged us with the following statements, telling those who had to answer no to any of them to sit down.
• Everyone who eats fewer than 5 servings of fresh fruits and vegetables every day, please sit down. |
Janet Zand, LAc, OMD, Allan N. Spreed, MD, CNC, James B. LaValle, RPh, ND
See book keywords and concepts | | It is available in Shou Wu Shih, an inexpensive product available in many Chinese markets that sell herbal remedies. Take any of these formulas as directed on the product label.
HOMEOPATHY
¦ Alumina 200x or 200c is for hair that falls out and a scalp that is itchy and dry. The skin and mucous membranes also are dry, and you may have throbbing headaches accompanied by constipation. Take one dose of Alumina 200x or 200c three times a week. Stop for two weeks, then repeat.
¦ Natrum muriaticum is for hair loss accompanied by a craving for salt. | | HERBAL TREATMENT
For specific instructions on how to make herbal remedies, see PREPARING HERBAL TREATMENTS in Part Three.
¦ Licorice has antibacterial properties, soothes the throat and respiratory tract, and tastes sweet. For a cough, licorice works best when taken in warm tea form. Take one cup three times daily for up to five days.
Note: Do not take licorice on a daily basis for more than five days in a row, as it can elevate blood pressure. Do not take it at all if you have high blood pressure.
¦ Marshmallow root and slippery elm are soothing to the throat and respiratory tract. | | Or brew a tea using equal parts of all three herbs (see PREPARING herbal remedies in Part Three) and drink one cup of this decoction three times daily for one month.
¦ A topical compress of castor oil provides exceptional relief. Warm a small amount of castor oil to a comfortably hot temperature and saturate a clean white cloth with the oil. Fold the cloth into a pad and apply it to the affected area. If you have a great deal of pain, you can use this compress twice a day for twenty minutes at a time.
¦ Cayenne (capsicum) has been used topically since ancient times to relieve pain. |
Arthur C. Upton, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | There are also several not-so-obvious problems with herbal remedies. For instance, an herb may produce no side effects when taken alone, but mixing it with other herbs—as is common to create herbal teas—or with other medications frequently results in adverse reactions. In addition, easily obtainable, unregulated herbal preparations are an invitation for possible contamination. Such was the case when an imported herbal remedy, marketed as an appetite stimulant, contained mercury as one of its ingredients. | | Never self-prescribe herbal remedies (that also goes for megadoses of vitamins or minerals). If you are interested in using herbs for medicinal purposes, gather information (including any studies) about the herb, and bring it to your physician for an opinion.
The following is a partial list of many common herbs and their effects.
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The Complete Book of Alternative NutritionSelene Y. Craig, Jennifer Haigh, Sari Harrar and the Editors of PREVENTION Magazine Health Books
See book keywords and concepts | | There are in fact hundreds of herbs that have been linked to curing disease and restoring health, and we have included the leading herbal remedies for specific conditions, based upon recommendations of doctors and a review of research. (To find out more about the herbs not included here, see "Resources for Healing" on page 252.)
We've done our best to explain how and why the herbs are believed to work, but keep in mind that while people may have been using herbs for thousands of years, many modern Americans are unfamiliar with their uses and effectiveness. | | I think that once certain severe cancers get going, a complete cure may be beyond the reach of any of our simple herbal remedies," says Dr. Mowrey. "But I believe that the proper herbs, when combined with expert medical supervision, can be used to treat some forms of cancer with success." Dr. Mowrey also thinks it's probable that people can prevent a large number of cancers by including a wide variety of herbs and spices in their diets. | | A Minty Solution
One of the most popular herbal remedies for indigestion is peppermint, which is especially helpful if you have problems with excess gas. The plant's leaves contain an oil that's been shown to relax the lower esophageal sphincter, which can help you release gas. Peppermint also stimulates the flow of bile, a fluid produced by the pancreas that plays an important role in digestion.
If you're prone to indigestion, a cup of peppermint tea is a pleasant and therapeutic after-dinner ritual, says Dr. Mowrey. |
Simon Mills and Kerry Bone
See book keywords and concepts | | As well as dietary treatment and various complementary disciplines, these practitioners frequently use herbal remedies. Often, the herbal component has only a minor and adjunctive role in the overall treatment strategy. This text will surely persuade that there are many areas where informed application of herbs might transform the prospects of difficult conditions and that, in particular, dietary measures can be powerfully reinforced or amended by the established modulatory effects of herbs on the digestive processes. |
James Green
See book keywords and concepts |  Circumstances that modify the effects of medicines
Whde the effects of herbal remedies are generally much the same on people, there are conditions or circumstances which tend to modify their action. These factors create the environment that makes healing and herbal therapeutics more an art than a science. |
Robyn Landis
See book keywords and concepts |  Offers phone consultations with licensed nurse practitioners who can answer questions about herbal remedies and natural hormones, and put you in touch with doctors who can prescribe them; they can also discuss conventional hormone therapy. (A 45-minute consultation costs $120.)
INSURANCE COMPANIES
The following is a list of innovative insurance companies willing to explore coverage of natural healing and complementary medicine.
Alliance for Alternatives in Healthcare, Inc., P O. Box 6279, Thousand Oaks, CA 91359-6279. (800) 966-8467, fax: (805) 494-8528. |
Larry Trivieri, Jr.
See book keywords and concepts |  Herbal Medicine
The following herbal remedies have been found to be safe and effective for the treatment of parasitic infections. Any of these remedies can also be used as a preventative for parasitic infection when water or food conditions are questionable. According to Dr. Galland, it is advisable to continue any treatment regimen until at least two para-sitological tests, performed one month apart on purged stool specimens, are negative. | | Using a metabolic type analysis, he prescribes a regimen of individualized dietary and herbal remedies and also recommends a cleansing program, noting estimates that as many as 80% of Alzheimer's patients suffer from environmental toxicity.
As part of the program, herbs are used to cleanse the liver. Dr. Sodhi also uses triphala, a combination of three herbs, and gotu kola, which he says is good for increasing brain-cell function. For circulation, he prescribes the herbs Ginkgo biloba or macunabrure. Dr. |
Lendon H. Smith, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | No stimulants, add vitamin E, lecithin, tryptophan, bioflavonoids, B6, pantothenic acid, potassium, essential fatty acids, betaine HC1. Herbal remedies: Sage, ginseng, squaw vine, black cohosh, red raspberry, licorice, gotu kola, ginseng, kelp, Vitex, burdock, chamomilla, Cimicifuga racemosa.
MIGRAINE
Allopathic control: Cafergot, other pain medicines.
Natural control: Check for food sensitivities. No caffeine; add choline, essential fatty acids, niacinamide, rutin, pangamic acid, calcium, B-complex, C, pantothenic acid. Herbs: Feverfew, Vinca major. | | No salt, no caffeine, no animal protein, no fried foods, no sugar, no white flour, no chocolate, no alcohol. Herbal remedies: kelp, garlic, dandelion root, alfalfa, horsetail, juniper berries, parsley.
EMPHYSEMA
Allopathic control: Oxygen, quit smoking.
Natural control: Stop smoking and take vitamins A, E, and C. Eat garlic and raw foods; but no meat, no eggs, no dairy, and no junk foods. Herbs.- fenugreek, thyme, rosemary, mullein tea, aspidosperma.
GALLBLADDER DISEASE
Allopathic control: Low fat diet, surgery.
Natural control: Lemon juice and olive oil therapy. |
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