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The How to Herb Book: Let's Remedy the Situation Velma J. Keith and Monteen Gordon See book keywords and concepts

Many of the most medicinal herbs are the most bitter. Taking them in capsule form makes them more convenient and more palatable. 233 •epare or Buy Them Tea made from leaves, stems, blossoms, or powdered herb. Pour 1 cup boiling water over 1 Tb. of fresh herb; 1 tsp. dried herb; 1 tsp. powdered herb or open 4 capsules. Cover, and let steep 10 to 20 minutes. Never boil. Tea made from bark and roots. Put 2 Tb. cut pieces per 1 cup cold water. Bring to a slight, gentle boil and gently simmer for 20 to 30 minutes. Strain.

The Doctor's Vitamin and Mineral Encyclopedia Sheldon Saul Hendler See book keywords and concepts

In spite of all of the negatives, though, there are many productive things happening in the world of medicinal herbs. Good studies are finally taking place. I already spoke about the disease preventive qualities of many of our food plants. Feverfew appears beneficial in the treatment of migraine headaches and arthritis, according to recent research. Extracts of some herbs, such as licorice and Saint John's wort, have definite anti-viral activity, including activity against the AIDS virus, HIV (human immunodeficiency virus).

Oxymorons: The Myth of a U.S. Health Care System J.D. Kleinke See book keywords and concepts

By contrast, his wife with inoperative breast cancer may have begged for the physical torment of a bone marrow transplant that we now know to be futile, swallowed a garden of medicinal herbs, and overmedicated herself because of her own depression and fear of death. There is a rationality to her irrationality, borne of the most harrowing crisis a human being will ever face. The implacability of this behavior is expressed with lyricism and poignancy by the old Arabian proverb: "He who has health has hope, and he who has hope has everything.

Physician: Medicine and the Unsuspected Battle for Human Freedom Richard Leviton See book keywords and concepts

Mass market sales of medicinal herbs in U.S. drugstores and supermarkets grew by 35% in 1994, worth $106.7 million in sales. Topping the list were garlic, whose drugstore sales grew by 40% to $12.9 million, and ginseng, whose sales climbed by 28% to $31.1 million. Their sales in food stores were even higher: garlic sales in retail food outlets grew by 40% to $12.9 million and ginseng leaped by 63% to $11.8 million. Even more impressive was acidophilus (taken as a "probiotic" bacteria, beneficial to the intestines) whose drugstore sales soared by 140% and whose food store sales expanded by 57%.

Reclaiming Our Health: Exploding the Medical Myth and Embracing the True Source of Healing John Robbins See book keywords and concepts

He claimed to have inherited herbal cancer remedies from his grandfather, who had devised them after seeing a cancerous horse cure itself by grazing on medicinal herbs. The AMA has given absolutely no credence to his work, and has attacked it viciously. But a deeper look reveals a most intriguing story.55 In the 1950s, Hoxsey operated clinics in 17 different states. His center in Dallas was the world's largest privately owned cancer center.

The Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants Andrew Chevallier See book keywords and concepts

Growing Medicinal Plants Growing medicinal plants may be more time-consuming than buying them, but it brings with it the unique pleasure of producing your own herbal remedies. Many medicinal herbs are easy to grow and will flourish indoors, on a windowsill, or in the garden, providing a year-round supply of fresh, sweet-smelling natural medicines. The Medicinal Herb Garden Planning an herb garden depends on a range of factors, including the space available, exposure, soil, conditions, and climate.

Research into herbal medicine is expanding, with a hospital-based center in Santa Fe de Bogota exploring the properties of indigenous medicinal herbs. Such studies are important for the world as a whole. The locallv based researchers, unlike most multinational drug companies, are willing to develop medicines based on simple extracts, which may ultimately prove more effective than the isolated constituents often used in conventional drugs. Lapacho (Tabehuia spp., p. 138) is used as an anticancer remedy. It has long been used by indigenous Peruvian peoples to lower fever and reduce inflammation.

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In many countries, if you are poor, your health care will depend largely on medicinal herbs because industrial medicine is only for those who can afford it. Recently, one of China's leading cancer researchers, Dr. Sun Yan, was invited to the University of Texas to perform a three-year study of two prominent Chinese herbs that enhance the immune system. Both are used in China to help bolster the immune systems of patients that have undergone chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Perhaps the willingness to test the herbs is a sign that the attitude in this country is changing.

The Encyclopedia of Psychoactive Plants: Ethnopharmacology and Its Applications Christian Ratsch See book keywords and concepts

Medicinal Use Among the Indians of Argentina, it is customary to ingest almost all of their medicinal herbs in mate tea (Filipov 1994, 182*). In the countries in which it is produced, mate is generally thought to strengthen the stomach and is used to treat rheumatism and fever and as a plaster for sores (Holzl and Ohem 1993, 511). The men of the Maka Indians (Chaco, Paraguay) produce an aphrodisiac by pouring hot water over mate and the penis bone of a coati (Nasua nasua [Procynidae]) (Arenas 1987, 285 f.*).176 When made as a cold-water extract, the drink is known as terere.

When Healing Becomes A Crime: The Amazing Story of the Hoxsey Cancer Clinics and the Return of Alternative Therapies Kenny Ausubel See book keywords and concepts

Seizing the global edge are several multinational drug giants such as Novartis, BASF, and Bayer, which are already experienced at selling medicinal herbs in Europe and Latin America.5 Accelerating the renaissance of herbal medicine is the steady validation of certain herbs for serious medical conditions. Ginkgo, reputedly the oldest tree in the world, has been found effective against Alzheimer's disease in studies in Germany. Even a more reserved study published in 1997 in the AMA Journal showed its effectiveness in limiting symptoms associated with Alzheimer's.

The Encyclopedia of Psychoactive Plants: Ethnopharmacology and Its Applications Christian Ratsch See book keywords and concepts

In Polynesia, coconut milk is used as a solvent for medicinal herbs (Whistler 1992, 82). In India (Karnataka), a tea made from the tender flower buds is drunk every morning for three days to balance out all menstrual irregularities (Bhandary et al. 1995, 157*). The oily exudation of heated coconut shells is used in Ayurvedic medicine as a treatment for parasites (Venkataraman et al. 1980). Coconut milk is prescribed for gastritis, stomach ulcers, and heartburn (Udupa and Tripathi 1983, 64).

The Natural Pharmacy: Complete Home Reference to Natural Medicine Schuyler W. Lininger, Jr. DC See book keywords and concepts

CRC Handbook of medicinal herbs. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, 1985, 207-8. 2. Weiss RF. Herbal Medicine. Gothenburg, Sweden: Ab Arcanum, 1988, 40-42. 3. Kondo Y, Takano F, Hojo H. Suppression of chemically and immunologically induced hepatic injuries by gentiopicroside in mice. Planta Med 1994; 60: 414-16. 4. Schulz V, Hansel R, Tyler VE. Rational Phytotherapy: A Physician's Guide to Herbal Medicine, 3rd ed. Berlin: Springer, 1988, 171. 5. Blumenthal M, Busse WR, Goldberg A, et al. (eds). The Complete Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines.

CRC Handbook of medicinal herbs. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, 1985, 110-11. 2. Kartnig T. Clinical applications of Centella asiatica (L.) Urb. In Herbs, Spices, and Medicinal Plants: Recent Advances in Botany, Horticulture, and Pharmacology, vol. 3., eds. LE Craker, JE Simon. Phoenix, AZ: Oryx Press, 1986, 145-73. 3. Morisset R, Cote NG, Panisset JC, et al. Evaluation of the healing activity of hydrocotyle tincture in the treatment of wounds. Phytother Res 1987; 1: 117-21. 4. Kartnig T. Clinical applications of Centella asiatica (L.) Urb.

CRC Handbook of medicinal herbs. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, 1985, 420-21 [review]. 28. Crawford AM. The Herbal Menopause Book. Freedom, CA: Crossing Press, 1996. Menorrhagia (Heavy Menstruation) 1. Samuels, AJ. Studies in patients with functional menorrhagia: the anti-menorrhagic effect of the adequate replication of iron stores. Israel J Med Sci 1965; 1: 851. 2. Taymor ML, Sturgis SH, Yahia C. The etiological role of chronic iron deficiency in production of menorrhagia. JAMA 1964; 187: 323-27. 3. Lithgow DM, Politzer WM. Vitamin A in the treatment of menorrhagia.

CRC Handbook of medicinal herbs. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, 1985, 423. 2. Serkedjieva J, Manolova N, Zgorniak-Nowosielska I, et al. Antiviral activity of the infusion (SHS-174) from flowers of Sambucus nigra L., aerial parts of Hypericum perforatum L., and roots of Saponaria officinalis L. against influenza and herpes simplex viruses. Phytother Res 1990; 4: 97-100. 3. Zakay-Rones Z, Varsano N, Zlotnik M, et al. Inhibition of several strains of influenza virus in vitro and reduction of symptoms by an elderberry extract (Sambucus nigra L.) during an outbreak of influenza B Panama.

CRC Handbook of medicinal herbs. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, 1985, 315-16. 2. Raman A, Lau C. Anti-diabetic properties and phytochemistry of Momordica charantia L (Curcurbitaceae). Phytomed Res 1996; 2: 349-62. 3. Zhang QC. Preliminary report on the use of Momordica charantia extract by HIV patients. / Naturopathic Med 1992; 3: 65-69. 4. Werbach MR, Murray MT. Botanical Influences on Illness. Tarzana, CA: Third Line Press, 1994, 139-41. 5. Brown DJ, Gaby A, Reichert R, Yarrell E. Phytotherapeutic and nutritional approaches to diabetes mellitus. Quart Rev Nat Med 1998; Winter: 329-54.

The Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants Andrew Chevallier See book keywords and concepts

Marco Polo's voyage to China in the 14th century opened the door for a flourishing reciprocal trade in goods, including medicinal herbs, between East and West. Eventually, exotic herbs like ginger and cinnamon became staples in European medicine and cooking.

The Woman's Encyclopedia of Natural Healing Dr. Gary Null See book keywords and concepts

A review article examined the antiviral effect of 472 traditional medicinal herbs on herpes simplex type 1. The ten most effective herbs against the virus are Aris-tolochia debilis, Artemisia anomala, Lindera strych-nifolia, Patrinia villosa, Pinus massoniana, Prunella vulgaris, Pyrrosia lingua, Rhus chinensis, Sargussum fusiforme, and Taraxacum mongolicum. M. Zheng et al., [Experimental Study of 472 Herbs with Antiviral Action Against the Herpes Simplex Virus], Chung Hsi I Chieh Ho Tsa Chih 10, no. 1 (January 1990): 39-41.

Herbs Against Cancer: History and Controversy Ralph W. Moss PhD See book keywords and concepts

The interest in medicinal herbs has exploded in the last two or three years," said Kathleen Halloran, editor of the magazine Herb Companion. "Many people are amazed at the many uses of the herbs growing in their gardens." And not just their gardens. Presently in America there are around 1,600 different herbal products on the market. Some of these have become household words, and are advertised in mainstream media. Those of us who grew up thinking of herbs as "guerrilla medicine" did neck-wrenching doubletakes when we saw packages of St. John's Wort and Ginkgo biloba piled high at Wal-Mart.

The Woman's Encyclopedia of Natural Healing Dr. Gary Null See book keywords and concepts

Chinese medicinal herbs were proven effective against osteoporosis, studies with women have shown. Y. H. Huang and X. Q. Ye, [Bone Metabolism and Chinese Medicinal Treatment of Menopausal Osteoporosis], Chung Kuo Chung Hsi I Chieh Ho Tsa Chih 13, no. 9 (September 1993): 522-24, 515. electromagnetic fields Animal studies show osteoporosis can be prevented and reversed with a treatment of pulsed electromagnetic fields. C. T. Rubin et al., "Prevention of Osteoporosis by Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields," Journal of Bone Joint Surgery, 71, no. 3 (March 1989): 411-417.

Li et at, [Treatment of Immunological Infertility with Chinese medicinal herbs of Ziyin Jianghuo], Chung Kuo Chung Hsi I Chieh Ho Tsa Chih 15, no. 1 (January 1995): 3-5. Traditional Chinese herbs were used to treat infertility by regulating the menstrual cycle and tonifying the kidney. Basal body temperature was significantly increased by treatment, there was improvement in the hyperthermal phase 7-8 days following ovulation, and a 56 percent pregnancy rate was achieved in uncomplicated cases of luteal-phase defect. F.

A review article examined the antiviral effect of 472 traditional medicinal herbs on herpes simplextype 1. The ten most effective herbs against the virus are Aris-tolochia debilis, Artemisia anomala, Lindera strych-nifolia, Patrinia villosa, Pinus massoniana, Prunella vulgaris, Pyrrosia lingua, Rhus chinensis, Sargussum fusiforme, and Taraxacum mongolicum. M. Zheng et al., [Experimental Study of 472 Herbs with Antiviral Action Against the Herpes Simplex Virus], Chung Hsi I Chieh Ho Tsa Chih 10, no. 1 (January 1990): 39-41.

The Encyclopedia of Popular Herbs Robert S. McCaleb, Evelyn Leigh, and Krista Morien See book keywords and concepts

CKC Handbook of medicinal herbs. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, 1985. 5. Foster S, Duke J. Eastern /Central Medicinal Plants. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company, 1990. 6. Weizman Z, Alkrinawi S, Goldfarb D, et al. Efficacy of herbal tea preparation in infantile colic. The Journal of Pediatrics 1993; 122:650-652. 7. Gould L, Reddy CVR, Gomprecht RF. Cardiac effects of chamomile tea. Journal of Clinical Pharmacology 1973; 13(11/12): 475-479. 8. Sailer R, Beschorner M, Hellenbrecht D, et al.

A review of 12 commonly used medicinal herbs. Archives of Family Medicine 1998; 7: 523-536. 7. Bhide MB, Chavan SR, Dutta NK. Absorption, distribution, and excretion of berberine. Indian Journal of Medical Research 1969; 57(11): 2128-2131. 8. Lampe KF, Keller K, Hansel R, Chandler RF, eds. Berberine. In: DeSmet PAGM, ed. Adverse effects of herbal drugs. Berlin: Springer-Verlag, 1992: 97-104. 9. Foster S. Goldenseal masking of drug tests: from fiction to fallacy. HerbalGram 1989; 21:7. 10. Winek CL, Elzein EO, WahbaWW, et al. Interference of herbal drinks with urinalysis for drugs of abuse.

Foster S. 101 medicinal herbs. Loveland, CO: Interweave Press, 1998. Lavender Lavandula angustifolia Lamiaceae State of Knowledge: Five-Star Rating System Clinical (human) research + Laboratory research * * History of use/traditional use * * * * Safety record * * International acceptance * * * * Part Used: Flower Primary Uses • Sedative effects (traditional) ' Insomnia (traditional) • Digestive system support • Headache (traditional) • Mood enhancement (traditional) ew plants have as pleasing an aroma Sh - - and as many traditional uses as laven-JL der.

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Foster S. 101 Medicinal Herbs:An Illustrated Guide. Loveland, CO: Interweave Press, 1999. Foster S, Tyler V. Tyler's Honest Herbal: A Sensible Guide to the Use of Herbs and Related Remedies, 4th ed. New York and London: The Haworth Herbal Press, 1999. Gladstar R. Herbs for Longevity and Weil-Being. Pownal,VT: Storey Books, 1999. Gladstar R. Herbs for the Home Medicine Chest. Pownal.VT: Storey Books, 1999. Hobbs C. Foundations of Health: The Liver and Digestive Herbal. Capitola, CA: Botanica Press, 1992. Hobbs C. Handbook for Herbal Healing: A Concise Guide to Herbal Products.

Handbook of medicinal herbs. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, 1988. Duke J. Handbook of Phytochemical Constituents of GRAS Herbs and Other Economic Plants. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, 1992. Evans WC. Trease and Evans' Pharmacognosy, 13th ed. Philadelphia: Bailliere Tindall (Curtis Center), 1989. Felter HW. King's American Dispensatory. Vol. 1 and 2. Portland, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1983. Goodman LS, Gilman A, Rail T, et al., eds. Goodman and Gilman's The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, 8th ed. New York: McGraw Hill, 1990. Hoffmann D.

When Healing Becomes A Crime: The Amazing Story of the Hoxsey Cancer Clinics and the Return of Alternative Therapies Kenny Ausubel See book keywords and concepts

Combined with inferior plant products flooding the market, the result could produce a baddash against these medicinal herbs. Heavy demand for herbs is already placing strains on the environment. Many botanicals are wildcrafted (picked in their natural habitats), leading to the depopulation of numerous wild plants. Conservative estimates now suggest that one in eight plants is threatened with extinction worldwide, in the United States one in every three.

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Elecampane, horehound, goldenseal, echinacea, raw garlic, and ginseng are other medicinal herbs that have proven beneficial. Dr. Sherman recommends a blend of poke root, licorice, echinacea, grindelia, and lobelia taken as a tea or tincture 3-4 times daily.This formula can be obtained from most naturopathic physicians or herbalists. Hydrotherapy: Doug Lewis, N.D., former Chair of Physical Medicine of Bastyr University, recommends that bronchitis patients receive a cold friction rub or hyperthermia, applied every 48 hours.

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