acne/boils: tea tree, echinacea, [burdock, yellow dock, red clover]
adrenal fatigue: see fatigue, GABA support (GABA tablet(start with 100-500mg 1-3 times/day), ashwagandha(like thyroxine. gradually increases thyroid function), tyrosine?, valerian, skullcap), serotonin support(5-HTP(50-150mg 2x/day), or tryptophan(500-1500mg 2x/day), or st John’s wort(300mg 3x/day with meals), tyrosine(500-1500mg 2x/day early & mid-morning for exhaustion & depletion), inositol (soothing), rhodiola, licorice root, ginseng, holy basil(aka:Tulsi, adaptigen, fights cancer, balances hormones, lowers stress, protects organs from chemical stress, relieves fever, helps relive congestion, relieves sinus pressure(diffuse), improves immune function), enhances cerebral circulation, improves memory, promotes relaxed and balanced state), lavender, [milky oat seed(quells the obnoxious buzz, great for stress/anxiety/depletion/overwork/hyperactivity/harried road trips)]
athlete’s foot: antifungal powder (1/2 cup cosmetic grade clay or arrowroot powder, 1 tblsp powdered chaparral, 1 tblsp black walnut hulls, 1 tsp powdered Goldenseal, 1 tsp teatree oil, combine powders, add teatree and mix well. let dry, apply to feet 1-2, tones daily)
ANTIVIRALS: Garlic(sulfur compound great at fighting colds), echinacea(immune stimulant), Ginger, Chinese Skullcap
anxiety: vetiver, lavender, valerian, lemon balm, ashwagandha, skullcap(sedates nervous system), motherwort(relaxing sedative, reduces anxiety/panic attack, brings resilience during emotional times, eases hot flashes, brings down hyperthyroid function), holy basil(aka:Tulsi, adaptigen, fights cancer, balances hormones, lowers stress, protects organs from chemical stress, relieves fever, helps relive congestion, relieves sinus pressure(diffuse), improves immune function), enhances cerebral circulation, improves memory, promotes relaxed and balanced state), [lime flowers, milky oat seed(quells the obnoxious buzz, great for stress/anxiety/depletion/overwork/hyperactivity/harried road trips), mimosa(lifts & calms mood, good for anxiety/depression/insomnia/grief/emotional tension), kava(good for acute anxiety/panic attack/hysteria, promotes happiness/relaxation/friendship, promotes sleep, antispasmodic, analgesic(reduces pain), numbing action decreases pain), passionflower(relives insomnia/anxiety/agitation/irritability in adults & children, relaxes all body systems)]
back problems: sunlight, boswellia(frankincense), cramp bark, [st John’s wort, prickly ash, yarrow]
boils/abscesses: [lian qiao(antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, reduces fever), figwort(anti-inflammatory, antibacterial)]
bronchitis: thyme(antiseptic, expectorant, good for thick infected phlegm), licorice(enhances effectiveness of most herbs when used in small quantities, good for cough/bronchitis/colitis, ulcers, skin disorders, liver problems), [elecampane(lung tonic, expectorant, restorative & warming, good for weakened lungs), cowslip(potent expectorant), caraway, lobelia, white horehound(antispasmodic, demulcent, expectorant, relaxes bronchi & eases congestion)]
bruises: [arnica, comfry, plantain, gotu kola]
burns (minor): lavender, aloe, calendula, [witch hazel, st John’s wort]
Burns: peppermint oil poultice in 1/4 cup honey, aloe Vera, st. John’s wort(good for stress & pain, heals wounds/rashes, heals herpes, heals pain, salve(1 part calendula flower, 1 part comfry leaf, 1 part st Johns wort, apply 2-3 times daily. see gladstar’s herbal p. 384))
Cancer: sunlight, kombucha(ferment 21 days?), green tea(inhibits virri binding to haemagglutinin, use organic, be cautious of heavy metals – leaves concentrate them. Matcha may be better), rhodiola(increases toxin resistance/free radical scavenger), ashwagandha(fights cancer growth and slow tumor progression), holy basil(aka:Tulsi, adaptigen, fights cancer, balances hormones, lowers stress, protects organs from chemical stress, relieves fever, helps relive congestion, relieves sinus pressure(diffuse), improves immune function), enhances cerebral circulation, improves memory, promotes relaxed and balanced state), thyme(heavy metal detox), cilantro(heavy metal detox), astragalus(inhibits cancer growth, antioxidant, increases activity of immune system, reduces side effects of chemo, helps with physical/emotional/mental stress), cat’s claw, [schizandra(benefits a run down immune system), black cumin seed oil(helps with cancer, abortifacient, analgesic, anesthetic, anhelmintic, antibacterial, anticonvulsant, antidiabetic, antiedema, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitumour, antitussive, cardiotonic, carminative, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic, emmenagogue, galactagogue, hepatic, immune stimulant, laxative), maitake mushroom(increases macrophages, T-cells, and NK cells, walls off cancer cells, could prevent tumor spread)]
catarrh & congestion: Goldenseal, sage, thyme, garlic, catmint (astrigent in catarrhal congestion), [elder(anti-catarrhal, anti-inflammatory, expectorant), marsh cudweed(anti-inflammatory, tonifying to mucosa), golden rod (drying, astringent, anti-catarrhal, anti-inflammatory), mullein (cooling, astringent, soothes thick or hot catarrh and nasal congestion)]
cold & flu season: cat’s claw
cold & flu: licorice(see note #1, neuraminidase inhibitor-stops virri entering the cells), sunlight, garlic(antimicrobial, antifungal), ginger(neuraminidase inhibitor-stops virri entering the cells, carminative, promotes beneficial bacteria, kills gut pathogens, relieves gas/pain/bloating/nausea, decreases inflammation, boosts detoxification, increases circulation, fights respiratory infections, eases sore throat/rheumatoid arthritis/osteoarthritis), green tea(inhibits virri binding to haemagglutinin, use organic, be cautious of heavy metals – leaves concentrate them. Matcha may be better), echinacea, cinnamon(antibacterial, warming, encourages sweating), elderberry(neuraminidase inhibitor-stops virri entering the cells, reduces cancer cell formation, antioxidant, protects blood vessels, effective for bleeding/facial neuralgia/rheumatoid arthritis), rhodiola(neuraminidase inhibitor-stops virri entering the cells), holy basil(aka:Tulsi, adaptigen, fights cancer, balances hormones, lowers stress, protects organs from chemical stress, relieves fever, helps relive congestion, relieves sinus pressure(diffuse), improves immune function), enhances cerebral circulation, improves memory, promotes relaxed and balanced state), [catmint(cools fevers, encourages sweating, astringent in catarrhal congestion), boneset(induces sweating, reduces fever, expectorant), eleuthero(aka:Siberian ginseng, improves immune function, improves overall health), Chinese skullcap(hemagglutinin inhibitor – blocks flu virus binding sites in the lungs)]
cold sore: tea tree (antibiotic, immune stimulant)
conjunctivitis: [eyebright(astringent, anti-catarrhal, anti-inflammatory), agronomy(astringent, healing for mucosa, liver tonic), pot marigold(anti-inflammatory, astringent, wound herb, antiseptic), ju hua(antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, liver herb, good for eye problems)]
constipation: electrolytes, water, Mg, when sitting breathe through the mouth to relax sphincter, [rhubarb(irritates gut increasing peristalsis), flaxseed, senna, rhubarb, guelder rose, psyllium husk, yellow dock, triphala]
cough: thyme, licorice(enhances effectiveness of most herbs when used in small quantities, good for cough/bronchitis/colitis, ulcers, skin disorders, liver problems), frankincense(good for nose/throat/ear congestion?), peppermint (relieves cough, clears sinuses, eases some pain (headache), quells nausea) [Marshmallow(demulcent, expectorant, soothes inflamed respiratory mucus), hyssop(warming, expectorant, antispasmodic, usual for thin watery phlegm), mulberry(cooling, expectorant, cough suppressant), zhu li(antimicrobial, cooling, expectorant, good for thick/infected sputum or productive coughs, wild cherry (cough suppressant, good for dry irritant or nervous cough), fennel seed(chew, helps with gas, antispasmodic good for cough)]
cramps: ginger, chamomile
cuts/grazes: calendula, aloe, [yarrow]
cystitis: [cranberry, buchu, crataeva, cornsilk]
depression: -hypothyroid, exercise, sunlight, rhodiola(fights depression), [ginseng, eleuthero(aka:Siberian ginseng, lifts depression), st. John’s wort(300mg 3x daily for 4-6 weeks to see results, good for stress & pain, heals wounds/rashes, heals herpes, heals pain, improves mood-related neurotransmitter function), damiana, golden root, rosemary, schizandra, holy basil(aka:Tulsi, adaptigen, fights cancer, balances hormones, lowers stress, protects organs from chemical stress, relieves fever, helps relive congestion, relieves sinus pressure(diffuse), improves immune function), mimosa(lifts & calms mood, good for anxiety/depression/insomnia/grief/emotional tension)]
detox: turmeric(liver detox, antiinflammatory, anti-oxidant), [Dandelion(alterative(blood purifier), diuretic, root’s best for liver detox, leaves for kidneys, nutritive, good for skin issues & allergies), burdock(roots encourage lymph & liver detox, nutritive, good for skin issues/digestive issues/disbiosis/arthritis/gout/reproductive issues/hypertension/cancer/pre-eclampsia), schizandra(liver detox), milk thistle(liver protector & healer)]
diarrhea: raspberry leaf, Cinnamon(decoction or full teaspoon – preferably Cassia Oil), Probiotics, [Cassia Oil(antimicrobial and antiviral agent; febrifuge(reduces fever), fighting infections), white oak bark(acute diarrhea), dry alder bark, blackberry root(tincture), carob(full teaspoon), slippery elm, plantain, tormentil, agrimony, American Cranesbill]
diarrhea related infection or dysbiosis: antimicrobial digestive herbs often help. Some of the best include cinnamon, bee balm, oregano, chamomile, ginger, rose petals, pau d’arco, usnea, alder, and cloves. (Consider making a strong herbal chai with added pau d’arco or alder, for example. One of the best-researched plant-based compounds for killing gut microbes is berberine, a bitter yellow alkaloid found in goldenseal, barberry, Oregon grape, and Coptis species. Berberine offers stellar antibacterial and antifungal action when it comes into contact with pathogens in the gut or elsewhere.)
digestion (poor): [cat’s claw(cleanses digestive tract reducing inflammation, reduces inflammatory cytokines, decreases blood pressure, active against HSV2), artichoke leaf(aids digestion, protects & regenerates the liver)]
earache: garlic, lavender, Goldenseal(anti-catarrhal, astringent), [Mullein(demulcent, mild sedative), pasque flower(sedative, painkiller), ribwort plantain(tonifies mucous membranes, controls catarrh)]
eczema: calendula, [Oregon grape, burdock, gotu kola]
facial/trigeminal neuralgia: lemon(cooling, astringent, nerve tonic, anti-inflammatory), [st John’s wort(restorative for CNS, anti-inflammatory), vervain(sedative, antispasmodic]
fatigue (chronic): sunlight(Without ample vitamin D to keep the adrenals in check, they can continue to pump powerful hormones out and the body can begin to experience constant exhaustion that may then lead to chronic fatigue), rhodiola(helps balance cortisol), ashwagandha(nourishes & strengthens immune function/nervous system/adrenals/thyroid), [codonopsis(restorative), holy basil(aka:Tulsi, adaptigen, fights cancer, balances hormones, lowers stress, protects organs from chemical stress, relieves fever, helps relive congestion, relieves sinus pressure(diffuse), improves immune function), milky oat seed(quells the obnoxious buzz, great for stress/anxiety/depletion/overwork/hyperactivity/harried road trips)]
flu: see cold & flu
fluoride: 3mg boron OR 5 drops Lugol’s solution to mitigate
food poisoning: German chamomile(antimicrobial, carminative, reduces inflammation), [lady’s mantle(astringent, digestive tonic)]
fungal infection: golden seal, echinacea, thyme, tea tree, ashwagandha(strengthens immune function), [pot marigold(aka:Calendula)(antifungal, astringent, wound herb, soothing for dry or inflamed skin), myrrh(antifungal, immune stimulant, astringent), aloe vera(soothes mucus membranes, cooling for irritated skin, anti-parasitic)]
gas & bloating: -FODMaPs, -gluten, peppermint(enteric coated pill, good for gas, pain, IBS), oregano, [fennel seed(chew, helps with gas, antispasmodic good for cough), cardamon]
gut inflammation & disbiosis: Cinnamon(antimicrobial), licorice root (heals the gut, demulcent, soothing, quells inflammation), chamomile(antimicrobial), oregano(antimicrobial), cloves(antimicrobial), ginger(discourages pathogens, encourages probiotics), gut healing tea(1 tsp marshmallow root, 1 tsp plantain, 1 cinnamon stick, 1/2 tsp licorice root, 1/2 tsp rose petals(optional), 3 cloves, 1 star anise(optional), pinch fresh nutmeg(optional), combine herbs, add 2 cups water, boil for 20min, reduce to simmer, cover for 20min, remove from heat and let sit overnight, strain. that to serve)
hayfever & allergy: netti-pot?, [singing nettle(reduces histamines), eyebright(decreases nasal secretions, soothes mucus membranes & conjunctiva), butterbur, elderflower, baical skullcap, Ground ivy(astringent, anti-catarrhal), ribwort plantain(tonifies mucus membranes, heals inflammation)]
head lice: tea tree, [neem]
headache: Mg, skullcap(relaxant, sedative, antispasmodic), lavender(sedative, analgesic, antispasmodic), [wood betony(sedative, cerebral circulatory stimulant), kava(good for acute anxiety/panic attack/hysteria, promotes happiness/relaxation/friendship, promotes sleep, antispasmodic, analgesic(reduces pain), numbing action decreases pain)]
heavy metal toxicity (see detox): kombucha, spirulina, silica(Diatomaceous Earth), cucumbers, bananas, bentonite clay, horsetail, cold pressed unrefined organic coconut oil, chia, flaxseed, milk thistle, vitamin C, chlorella, garlic, cilantro, parsley, fresh, filtered water, ginseng(protects the liver from toxins), [eleuthero(aka:Siberian ginseng, protects the liver from toxins), Infrared sauna]
herpes sores/HSV/shingles: -acid food(soda, fruit juice, processed food), -alcohol(converted to sugar), -chocolate (arginine?), -sugar(converted to acid), sunlight/vit-D, Epsom Salt bath, Aloe Vera, ACV topically(1:3 acv:warm water), elderberry(inhibits replication of 4 stains HSV, reduces HIV infectivity, reduces cancer cell formation, antioxidant, protects blood vessels, effective for bleeding/facial neuralgia/rheumatoid arthritis), B-complex(boosts immune system), chamomile oil(dilute), Bentonite Clay, baking soda(dab on top reduce itching and dry out), dry warm compress(rice filled stock), Echinacea extract(anti-inflammatory & soothing), Eucalyptus oil(soothes & promotes healing, dilute), Ginger oil(kills hsv2 on contact, dilute with olive oil), goat milk?, Ice compress, Lavender Oil(dilute with olive oil), lemon balm(dilute), Licorice root(topically), Lysine, Manuka honey, Mexican oregano(dilute), neem extract(dilute), sage+rhubarb extract(dilute), tea tree(dilute with carrier, antibiotic for sores), thyme oil(dilute), topical garlic in Olive oil(for sores), vitamin-C(speeds healing), witch hazel(dilute), zinc, st. John’s wort(good for stress & pain, heals wounds/rashes, heals herpes, heals pain), cat’s claw(cleanses digestive tract reducing inflammation, reduces inflammatory cytokines, decreases blood pressure, protects immune system, active against HSV2), [propolis(for herpetic skin lesions), passion flower, pau d’arco]
hives: cabbage(anti-inflammatory, healing), [stinging nettle(reduces itching, antihistamine), heartsease(anti-inflammatory, sites skin irritation)]
hypothyroidism: holy basil(aka:Tulsi, adaptigen, fights cancer, balances hormones, lowers stress, protects organs from chemical stress, relieves fever, helps relive congestion, relieves sinus pressure(diffuse), improves immune function)
hysteria: [kava(good for acute anxiety/panic attack/hysteria, promotes happiness/relaxation/friendship, promotes sleep, antispasmodic, analgesic(reduces pain), numbing action decreases pain)]
IBS: peppermint, clove, aloe Vera, valerian, German chamomile(sedative, anti-inflammatory, carminative), [wild yam(visceral relaxant, antispasmodic, bile stimulant), bitter candytuft(antispasmodic, relaxant, tonifies digestive tract, carminative)]
indegestion & reflux: chamomile, licorice, [marshmallow, meadowsweet]
infection (chronic): astragalus(increases production of WBCs, strengthens immune response, antibacterial, energy tonic), rhodiola(helpful in conditions affecting brain & nervous system), ashwagandha(strengthens immune function), echinacea(antibacterial, antiviral, strengthens resistance to infection), rhodiola(stimulates immune system), [barberry, cat’s claw, Siberian ginseng, reishi, shiitake, schizandra(benefits a run down immune system)]
infection of E/N/T: sunlight, elderberry, echinacea, thyme, frankincense(good for nose/throat/ear congestion?), holy basil(aka:Tulsi, adaptigen, fights cancer, balances hormones, lowers stress, protects organs from chemical stress, relieves fever, helps relive congestion, relieves sinus pressure(diffuse), improves immune function), [boneset(induces sweating, reduces fever, expectorant)]
inflammation (chronic): boswellia(frankincense), tumeric, golden root(aka rhodiola), holy basil(aka:Tulsi, adaptigen, fights cancer, balances hormones, lowers stress, protects organs from chemical stress, relieves fever, helps relive congestion, relieves sinus pressure(diffuse), improves immune function), Ashwagandha(decreases inflammation), [barberry, willow bark, lignumvitae, borage oil(aka:starflower oil, calming, relieves menstrual pain, reduces inflammation, contains high amounts if GLA – good for nerve cells, antidepressant, antidote, anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic, aperient, astringent, calmative, decongestant, demulcent, depurative, diaphoretic, diuretic, emollient, mild expectorant, febrifuge, galactagogue, hepatic, hypotensor, nervine, refrigerant, skin regenerator, menstrual regulator, sedative, mild bowl stimulant, sudorific, tonic)]
itchiness: aloe, lavender, [chickweed, witch hazel, evening primrose, borage]
joint pain/stiffness: sunlight, kombucha (ferment for 21 days?), boswellia(frankincense), arnica, ashwagandha, [yarrow, devil’s claw, willow Bark, celery seed, comfry, thyme, willow, bogbean, angelica, gotu kola(heals & strengthens connective tissue & collagen)]
kids (if you have them): 5-HTP, valerian, Lysine, lemon balm, magnesium, chamomile, rhodiola, lavender, vetiva, motherwort, ashwagandha
liver & gallbladder support: [milk Thistle, Dandelion, bupleurum, artichoke leaf(aids digestion, protects & regenerates the liver), eluthero(aka:Siberian ginseng, detoxes the liver & protects it from toxins), mimosa(stimulates digestive & liver function)]
lymph/tonsillitis: cleavers(lymphatic cleanser, restores normal health), pokeroot(anti-catarrhal, lymphocytic cleanser, reduces swelling), lemon oil, castor oil?, [wild indigo(antimicrobial, anti-catarrhal, cleanses lymphatics), marsh cudweed(anti-inflammatory), Dandelion(alterative(blood purifier), diuretic, roots best for liver detox, leaves for kidneys, nutritive, good for skin issues & allergies), burdock(roots encourage lymph & liver detox, nutritive, good for skin issues/digestive issues/disbiosis/arthritis/gout/reproductive issues/hypertension/cancer/pre-eclampsia)]
migraine: lavender(sedative, analgesic, antispasmodic), [fever few(anti-inflammatory, dilates blood vessels), yellow Jasmine]
mouth ulcers: echinaca, licorice (low zinc? b12?), [myrrh(antimicrobial, astringent, wound herb), purple/green sage(antiseptic, astringent, suitable for gingivitis & mouth/gum disorders), bistort(astringent, demulcent, anti-inflammatory)]
muscle aches & pain: rhodiola (aids muscle recovery), [birch, prickly ash, bogbean, meadowsweet, barberry]
nausea: ginger(antiemetic), cloves (stimulant, carminative locally antiseptic), lemon balm
nervous exhaustion: skullcap, ashwagandha(nourishes & strengthens nervous/immune/adrenal/thyroid) [vervain, oats, Siberian ginseng]
pain: ashwagandha(relieves chronic pain), holy basil(aka:Tulsi, adaptigen, fights cancer, balances hormones, lowers stress, protects organs from chemical stress, relieves fever, helps relive congestion, relieves sinus pressure(diffuse), improves immune function), [California poppy (pain reliever), st. John’s wort(good for stress & pain), kava(good for acute anxiety/panic attack/hysteria, promotes happiness/relaxation/friendship, promotes sleep, antispasmodic, analgesic(reduces pain), numbing action decreases pain)]
palpitations: (sunlight/vit-d3/Mg?), motherwort(relaxing sedative, reduces anxiety/panic attack, brings resilience during emotional times, eases hot flashes, brings down hyperthyroid function), lemon balm, [limeflower]
parasites: [black cumin seed oil(helps expel worms, abortifacient, analgesic, anesthetic,anhelmintic, antibacterial, anticonvulsant, antidiabetic, antiedema, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitumour, antitussive, cardiotonic, carminative, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic, emmenagogue, galactagogue, hepatic, immune stimulant, laxative)]
PMS: SUNLIGHT!!(low serotonin), calcium, magnesium, skullcap, black cohosh, [chaste berry, evening primrose]
poor memory/concentration: SLEEP, rhodiola(improves focus, memory, mental energy, and reduces stress)
PTSD: support adrenals!(see adrenal fatigue, fatigue), GABA+5-HTP+ tyrosine(to increase serotonin , restore energy), vitamin-C(adrenals use most of the C in the body), B-complex(adrenals), calcium, Mg, vitamin-D(to make adrenaline), omega-3(to make adrenaline), chromium+glutamine(for carb cravings. Chromium balances blood sugar, glutamine can be used as emergency food, saving the adrenals from over working)
prevent infection: sunlight, elderberry, echinacea, thyme, [vitamin A, sea buckthorn]
relaxing: lavender(spiritual & emotional calm), valerian(brings deep peace & calm, muscle relaxant), passion flower, [rescue remedy(blend-aids trauma/anxiety/panic attack), aspen(quells deep fear), borage oil(aka:starflower oil, calming, relieves menstrual pain, reduces inflammation, contains high amounts if GLA – good for nerve cells, antidepressant, antidote, anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic, aperient, astringent, calmative, decongestant, demulcent, depurative, diaphoretic, diuretic, emollient, mild expectorant, febrifuge, galactagogue, hepatic, hypotensor, nervine, refrigerant, skin regenerator, menstrual regulator, sedative, mild bowl stimulant, sudorific, tonic)]
restless leg: hypothyroidism?, electrolytes, lavender, cramp bark, chamomile, [prickly ash]
sinusitis: recurrent(see adrenal fatigue), netti-pot, goldenseal(cooling astringent, anti-catarrhal), oregano oil(add to hot water, breathe the stream), Echinacea, grapefruit seed nasal spray, frankincense(inhale)?, holy basil(aka:Tulsi, adaptigen, fights cancer, balances hormones, lowers stress, protects organs from chemical stress, relieves fever, helps relive congestion, relieves sinus pressure(diffuse), improves immune function), [bayberry(warming astringent, circulatory stimulant), ground ivy(anti-catarrhal, astringent, drying for catarrh in sinus & bronchi), pippali/long pepper(warming anti-catarrhal)]
sleep (poor): hypothyroidism?, -caffine, -alchohol, -eating late, -lights, sunlight!!, exercise(not late), lemon balm, skullcap(sedates nervous system, good for insomnia), lavender, chamomile, valerian(doesn’t work for many people, pain reliving, muscle relaxant), 5-HTP, ashwagandha(sleep aid), [passionflower(relives insomnia/anxiety/agitation/irritability in adults & children, relaxes all body systems), California poppy, hops, scizandra(aids sleep), mimosa(lifts & calms mood, good for anxiety/depression/insomnia/grief/emotional tension), kava(good for acute anxiety/panic attack/hysteria, promotes happiness/relaxation/friendship, promotes sleep, antispasmodic, analgesic(reduces pain), numbing action decreases pain), blue vervain, wood betony)]
sore throat: sage, echinacea(antibacterial, astringent), [agrimony(astringent, healing for mucosa), lady’s mantle(astringent, reduces inflammation), bibhitaki(astringent, antiseptic, cooling)]
Sprain/bruise/injury: arnica, rhodiola(aids muscle recovery), [comfry, gotu kola]
stress (chronic): sunlight, licorice, rhodiola(fights stress, helps balance cortisol), [st. John’s wort(good for stress & pain), withania, ginseng, eleuthero(aka:Siberian ginseng), holy basil(aka:Tulsi, adaptigen, fights cancer, balances hormones, lowers stress, protects organs from chemical stress, relieves fever, helps relive congestion, relieves sinus pressure(diffuse), improves immune function), milky oat seed(quells the obnoxious buzz, great for stress/anxiety/depletion/overwork/hyperactivity/harried road trips), motherwort(relaxing sedative, reduces anxiety/panic attack, brings resilience during emotional times, eases hot flashes, brings down hyperthyroid function), borage oil (aka:starflower oil, calming, relieves menstrual pain, reduces inflammation, contains high amounts if GLA – good for nerve cells, antidepressant, antidote, anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic, aperient, astringent, calmative, decongestant, demulcent, depurative, diaphoretic, diuretic, emollient, mild expectorant, febrifuge, galactagogue, hepatic, hypotensor, nervine, refrigerant, skin regenerator, menstrual regulator, sedative, mild bowl stimulant, sudorific, tonic)]
sunburn: lavender, aloe
toothache: clove
warts: garlic, [thuja]
withdrawal: [milky oat seed(quells the obnoxious buzz, great for stress/anxiety/depletion/overwork/hyperactivity/harried road trips, eases withdrawal of morphine/opium/alcohol/nicotine/coffee)]
worms: garlic, thyme, [pumpkin seed]
note #1:
Flu :
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FRESH GINGER JUICE TEA
Ginger is useful for the flu only if the juice of the fresh root is used. Dried ginger is useless.
At the first signs of an infection that is not going to stop, juice one to two pounds of ginger. (Squeeze the remaining pulp to get all the juice out ofit, and keep any leftover juice refrigerated) Pour 3 to 4 ounces of the juice into a mug., and add quarter of a lime (squeeze), a large tablespoon of honey, a teaspoon of cayenne, and 6 ounces of hot water. Stir well. Drink 2 to 6 cups daily.
This will usually end the infection within a few days. If it does not it is still tremendously useful as it will thin the mucus, slow the spread of the virus in the body, and help protect mucous membranes from damage.
Comment: Some people find that an elderberry syrup will provide the same effects.
part2:
HERBAL TINCTURE COMBINATION
Tincture combination of 2 parts lomatium, 2 parts red root, 2 parts licorice, and 1 partisatis (eg., 2 ounces of each of the first three, 1 ounce of the latter). Dosage: 30-60 drops each hour until the condition improves.
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ANTIVIRAL TINCTURE FORMULATION
Equal parts of Chinese skullcap, isatis, licorice, houttuynia, lomatium, red root, yerba santa (Eriodictyon spp.), elephant tree (Bursera microphylla), osha (Ligusticum porter), and either inmortal (Asclepio erula) or pleurisy root (Asclepias tuberosa).
This formulation contains potent antivirals, specifically Chinese skullcap, isatis, licorice, houttuynia, lomatium. These are designed to kill the virus and inhibit its entry into the body. And of course many of them have alternate actions as well. Licorice, for example, is mucoprotective, strongly anti-inflammatory, and expectorant. Chinese skullcap is potently anti-inflammatory for the cytokine cascades that influenza creates, provides splenic protection and activation, will help lower fevers, and is an expectorant. All of these antiviral herbs have multiple functions in respiratory diseases.
The four herbs added to this protocol that are not discussed in depth in this book (yerba santa, osha, elephant tree, and inmortal or pleurisy root) do not have to be included in this formulation, though they do help considerably, primarily through helping hthetastiness of the formulation, thinning the mucus, stimulating expectoration, and promoting lymph drainage from the lungs. Both yerba santa and osha are added for taste as well as their medicinal actions (isatis really does taste foul to me). Osha is a relative of lomatium and has its own antiviral and expectorant actions, It has strong impacts on inflammation in the lungs and increases the degree of oxygen intake during respiration. It also has the added benefit of anesthesizing the throat tissues, helping reduce throat sore. ness. Yerba santa is a very good expectorant, bronchial dilator, and decongestant. Elephant tree is anti-inflammatory, thins and softens bronchial mucus, and stimulates expectoration. It is a major source of copal and a close relative of myrrh. (Myrrh can be substituted for elephant tree in this formulation if the tincture is stabilized with 20 percent glycerin.) I consider all three of these herbs to be specific for maintaining the mucous membranes of the lungs, thinning the mucus, and increasing expectoration. Inmortal (or, as an alternative, pleurisy root) improves cilia function and is a bronchial dilator, an expectorant. a febrifuge (lowering fevers), and most especiallya potent medicinal for stimulating lymph drainage from the lungs. Dosage needs to be high for two reasons. The first is that there are so many herbs in the formulation that each herb has a reduced presence in the formulation. The second is the nature of moderate to severe influenza infections. As the lisease progresses up the scale of severity, the cytokine cascade increases in intensity. The body needs to be bathed in the plant compounds in high enough quantities that the cytokine cascade is potently inhibited. In addition, the body needs to be suffused with enough of the antiviral compounds that the viral entry into host cells and its presence in the body are severely curtailed. For moderate influenza: 60 drops or 3 ml (a little over a teaspoon) every hour.
For severe influenza: 1-2 teaspoons every hour.
Dividing the formulation: You can if you wish divide the formulation in two. The first would contain Chinese skullcap, isatis, licorice, houttuynia, and lomatium and would be primarily an antiviral formulation (and would taste from okay to bad). The second would contain red root, yerba santa (Eriodictyon spp). elephant tree (Bursera microphylla), and either inmortal (Asclepias asperula) or pleurisy root (Asclepias tuberosa) and would taste very good would. (I would skip the osha if the formulation is split in two.) This second formulation would primarily be for lymph and spleen optimization and protection, expectorant and decongestant actions, mucus thinning, cilia protection, and lymph drainage from the lungs. The dosage for each would be half the dosage as when combined.