Herbs and Their Uses.pdf

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Alfalfa

Family: Leguminosae Genus: Medicago Species: Sativa

Also Known As: Buffalo Grass, Chilean Clover

Rx: leaves (not sprouts) in infusions, tablets and capsules

Alfalfa leaves have wonderful healing powers that can prevent heart disease, lower cholesterol and help prevent

strokes.

Warnings: Alfalfa seeds should never be ingested as they contain high levels of amino acid canavanine. Some

chemicals in alfalfa can also destroy red blood cells and people with anemia should use caution when ingesting it.

Allspice

Family: Myrtaceae Genus: Pimenta Species: Officinalis, Dioca

Also Known As: Clove Pepper, Pimento, Pimenta or Jamaican Pepper

Rx: cooking, oil for toothache, infusion for digestive aid

Allspice is used as a digestive aid, anesthetic, and pain reliever and has been used to treat flatulence and diabetes.

Warnings: Allspice oil should never be swallowed as it can cause nausea, vomiting, and even convulsions. The

oil can also be irritating when applied externally to people with sensitive skin or those with eczema.

Aloe

Family: Liliaceae Genus: Aloe Species: Vera (and over 500 others)

Also Known As: Socotrine, Cape, Curaiao, Barbados, Zanzibar Aloe

Rx: cut mature (lower) leaves for burns, scalds, sunburns, or cosmetic benefits

Aloe is one of the most widely used herbs for burns, scalds, scrapes, sunburn, and an incredible infection fighter.

It can also be used to smooth and beautify skin.

Warnings: Aloe latex is a very powerful laxative and may cause severe cramps and diarrhea. It should never be

ingested by pregnant women as it may cause miscarriage.

Anise

Family: Umbelliferae Genus: Pimpinella Species: Anisum

Also Known As: Aniseed, Sweet Cumin

Rx: infusion of seeds, a tincture

it has been used as a treatment for coughs, digestive aid, and contains chemicals similar to estrogen, which may

help with menopausal discomforts, and has been known to treat some cases of prostate cancer.

Warnings: If your doctor has advised you not to use birth control pills then you should seek the advice of a

physician before using this herb because it contains estrogen.

Balm, Lemon

Family: Labiatae Genus: Melissa Species: Officinalis

Also Known As: Bee Balm, Balm, Sweet Balm, Melissa, Cure-all

Rx: leaves in bath, compress for wounds, infusion, tincture

you can use it to treat wounds, herpes, viral infections, and has been used as a digestive aid, and a tranquilizer. It

can also be used to treat menstrual cramps or to promote menstruation.

Warnings: Anyone with a thyroid condition should avoid using this herb because it contains a thyroid-

stimulating hormone, thyrotropin.

Basil

Family: Labiatae Genus: Ocimum Species: Basilicum, Sanctum

Also Known As: Sweet Basil, St. Josephwort

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Rx: tincture or infusion for acne and general infection fighting

it has been used to treat intestinal parasites, acne, and stimulates the immune system.

Warnings: Tests have shown that basil may contain a chemical that has caused liver tumors in mice, although the

cancer risks remain unclear and not even the most conservative herb critics advise caution when using it.

Bay

Family: Lauraceae Genus: Laurus Species: Nobilis

Also Known As: Sweet Bay, Green Bay, Laurel, Grecian or Roman Laurel

Rx: fresh leaves for wounds, infusion, tincture

Bay isn’t only used as a bug repellent, but has been known to soothe sore joints, treat infections, and when added

to a bath may help with relaxation.

Warnings: External uses of bay should be avoided if you have sensitive skin as it may cause a rash.

Caraway

Family: Umbelliferae Genus: Carum Species: Carvi

Also Known As: Carum

Rx: seeds in food, oil, infusion of seeds, tincture

two chemicals in caraway seeds have been known to soothe the digestive tract and to help expel gas. It may also

be used for relief of menstrual cramps due to the fact that caraway might relax the uterus.

Warnings: None

Catnip

Family: Labiatae Genus: Nepeta Species: Cataria

Also Known As: Catnep, Catswort, Catmint, Field Balm

Rx: infusion of flowers and leaves

when used in teas, it is considered a cold and cough remedy because it relieves chest congestion and loosens

phlegm. Catnip has long been used as a sedative, tranquilizer, digestive aid, menstruation promoter, and treatment

for menstrual cramps, flatulence, and infant colic.

Warnings: Some people may experience upset stomach but Catnip is considered nontoxic.

Chamomile

Family: Compositae Genus: Matricaria, Anthemis Species: Chamomilla, Nobilis respectively

Also Known As: Camomile, Anthemis, Matricaria or Ground Apple

Rx: infusion or tincture of flowers, herbal bath

this herb is a highly used cure-all and every household should seriously consider having it around. It has been

used externally to treat wounds and inflammations, and internally for indigestion and ulcers. Chamomile is also

used to relieve menstrual cramps, arthritis, and is an effective sedative.

Warnings: People who have previously suffered anaphylactic reactions from ragweed should think twice about

using this herb as well as its close relative yarrow. Large amounts have caused some nausea and vomiting.

Chicory

Family: Compositae Genus: Cicorium Species: Intybus

Also Known As: Endive, Chickory

Rx: excellent salad addition, infusion, and tincture

it is also known as endive, or chickory. Chicory is most commonly used to reduce the bitter taste of caffeine in

coffee. It aids in cleansing the urinary tract, digestion, a mild laxative and is also taken for rheumatic conditions and

gout.

Warnings: None

Cinnamon

Family: Lauraceae Genus: Cinnamomum Species: Zeylanicum, Cassia, Saigonicum

Also Known As: Ceylon Cinnamon, Saigon Cinnamon or Cassia

Rx: infusion of powdered herb, sprinkle cuts or scrapes for treatment

Cinnamon is used for infection prevention, pain relief, a digestive aid, and may help calm the uterus.

Warnings: Do not ingest cinnamon oil!!! It can cause nausea, vomiting, and possible kidney damage. When put

on the skin, the oil may cause redness and burning.

Clove

Family: Myrtaceae Genus: Eugenia, Syzygium Species: Caryophyllata, Aromaticum respectively

Also Known As: Caryophyllus, Clavos

Rx: oil for toothache, infusion

it has been used for toothaches, oral hygiene, a digestive aid, and an infection fighter. It is also used to treat

hernia, ringworm, and athlete's foot.

Warnings: Children under the age of 2 should never be given clove for medicinal purposes. The oil may cause

stomach upset when swallowed, and used externally may cause rash.

Coriander

Family: Umbelliferae Genus: Corinadrum Species: Sativum

Also Known As: Cilantro, Chinese parsley

Rx: infusion of seeds, sprinkle on cuts and scrapes

Used for indigestion, flatulence, and diarrhea, and externally for muscles and joint pains.

Warnings: If Coriander causes minor discomforts, such as stomach upsets or diarrhea, use less or stop using it.

Cranberry

Family: Ericaceae Genus: Vaccinium, Oxycoccus Species: Macerocarpon, Quadripetalus respectively

Also Known As: N/A

Rx: Juice, juice, juice!

Used for urinary tract infections (UTI), incontinence, high Vitamin C content

Warnings: None

Dandelion

Family: Compositae Genus: Taraxacum Species: Officinale

Also Known As: Wild Endive, Lion's Tooth, Piss-in-bed

Rx: #1 recommended salad addition, leaf infusion, root decoction, tincture, add to bath for prevention of yeast

infection

Used for Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS), Weight Loss, High Blood Pressure, Congestive Heart Failure, Cancer

Prevention, Yeast Infection, Digestive Aid

Eat fresh leaves in a salad (they are quite tasty). Chinese doctors have prescribed Dandelion for thousands of

years to treat colds, bronchitis, pneumonia, ulcers, hepatitis, obesity, dental problems, itching and internal injuries.

Quite simply a 'super' herb.

Warnings: May cause skin rash in sensitive cases. If Dandelion causes stomach upset or diarrhea, use less or

stop using it.

Dill

Family: Umbelliferae Genus: Anethum Species: Graveolens

Also Known As: N/A

Rx: chew seed for fresh breath, infusion or tincture, add to bath to for prevention of urinary tract infections

In addition to its preservative action, Dill is an infection fighter and soothing digestive aid. Used for stomach

problems, flatulence, urinary tract infection (UTI)

Warnings: May cause skin rash in sensitive individuals.

Echinacea

Family: Compositae Genus: Echinacea Species: Angustifolia, Purpurea

Also Known As: Coneflower, Purple Coneflower

Rx: tincture or decoction of the ROOTS

The best kept secret of the west. This is our A#1 recommended herb due to its high immune system boost.

Echinacea kills a wide variety of disease causing viruses and bacteria, it fights infection and strengthens tissues. It

may prevent infection by seriously boosting ones immune system. It is known to help the body in fighting off colds

and flu. It is a treatment for yeast infections and actually can reduce the future onset of. It helps preserve white

blood cells, is a confirmed wound healer as it prevents germs from penetrating tissues, and may have anti-arthritic

properties. It is simply the most productive herb off all time.

Warnings: often causes one's tongue to tingle, this is not harmful.

Eucalyptus

Family: Myrtaceae Genus: Eucalyptus Species: Globulus

Also Known As: Gum Tree, Blue Gum, Australian Fever Tree

Rx: boil leaves as an inhalant, oil on cuts and scrapes, infusion from leaves NOT OIL, add leaves to bath

Eucalyptol is the chemical that gives Eucalyptus its healing properties. It loosens phlegm, kills influenza, and

may help bacterial bronchitis. An effective treatment for minor cuts and scrapes and it even repels cockroaches!

Warnings: Do NOT ingest Eucalyptus oil, it is highly poisonous. Fatalities have been reported from ingestion of

as little as a teaspoon. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN!

Fennel

Family: Umbelliferae Genus: Foeniculum Species: Vulgare, Vulgare Dulce

Also Known As: Finocchio, Carosella, Florence Fennel

Rx: chew seeds for a digestive aid, infusion, tincture

Fennel relaxes the smooth muscle lining of the digestive tract and also helps expel gas. Used in Germany for

infant colic. Traditionally used to stimulate the uterus into menstruation. This herb may also help fight prostate

cancer.

Warnings: Since Fennel has a mild estrogenic effect, do not use if you are currently taking birth control pills,

have a history of abnormal blood clotting, or estrogen dependent breast tumors. Do NOT ingest Fennel Oil, seeds

are fine but the oil may cause nausea, vomiting, and possibly seizures.

Feverfew

Family: Compositae Genus: Chrysanthemum, Matricaria, Tanacetum Species: Parthenium

Also Known As: Ferbrifuge Plant, Wild Quinine, Bachelor's Button

Rx: chew leaves for migraine control, premade pills and tablets also work well for headaches, infusion, tincture

Got a headache, maybe a chronic migraine? Feverfew may well be your answer. Seventy percent of patients in

scientific studies show a significant improvement in their migraine headaches even when standard medical treatment

showed no results. Also traditionally used for gynecological purposes. This herb may reduce high blood pressure,

and is a great digestive aid after meals.

Warnings: may cause sores inside the mouth, do not take if you have a clotting disorder. Remember that

Feverfew does not CURE migraines, it suppresses them.

Garlic

Family: Amaryllidacae Genus: Allium Species: Sativum

Also Known As: Stinking Rose, Heal-all, Poor Man's Treacle

Rx: use cloves in cooking, crush and encapsulate or use premade tablets, infusion, tincture

Garlic is the worlds second oldest medicine, and is the traditional 'WONDER DRUG'. Many people don't realize

that onion has almost as much medicinal value as garlic does. Battle wounds in WWI were treated with garlic juice.

Recommended for colds, coughs, flu, fever, bronchitis, ringworm, intestinal worms, elevated cholesterol, and

general internal organ problems. No standard medication can match Garlic on the cardiovascular scale. Garlic

DEFINITELY reduces blood pressure, cholesterol, and reduces internal clots which can lead to heart attacks and

stroke. Garlic reduces blood sugar and therefore helps diabetes sufferers. It may help eliminate lead and heavy

metals in the bloodstream, has helped leprosy patients, fights cancer, helps AIDS patients...nuff sed, USE IT!

Warnings: Allergy sufferers may develop a rash from touching or eating the herb. If this is the case,

discontinue. If you have a clotting disorder, consult a physician before using Garlic.

Ginger

Family: Zingiberaceae Genus: Zingiber Species: Officinale

Also Known As: Asian, African, American Ginger

Rx: cooking, capsules for motion sickness; tea, infusion, or ginger-ale for digestive aid.

This herb helps with motion and morning sickness. It is a very good digestive aid, may ease menstrual cramps,

helps arthritis, is traditionally used in the orient for colds and flu, and is excellent for reducing cholesterol, lowering

blood pressure, and preventing internal blood clots (a.k.a heart attacks)

Warnings: large doses MIGHT cause a miscarriage although there are no scientific reports backing this up.

Ginkgo

Family: Ginkgoaceae Genus: Ginkgo Species: Biloba

Also Known As: Maidenhair Tree

Rx: leaves brewed as tea, infusion

The Earth's oldest tree, it's a given that this herb helps the elderly the most. Ginkgo increases blood flow to the

brain which can prevent strokes and heart attacks, improve memory, help impotence and chronic dizziness. It is also

known to help with macular degeneration (blindness), circulation, asthma, tinnitus, and deafness. A fine example of

the need to preserve the Earth's natural resources.

Warnings: Do not use if you have a clotting disorder, do not take in very large amounts as diarrhea, vomiting,

and irritability can occur.

Ginseng

Family: Araliaceae Genus: Panax, Eleutherococcus Species: Ginseng and Quinquefolius, Senticosus

Also Known As: Root of Immortality, Man Root, Life Root, Seng Seng

Rx: It is very important to use mature roots (over 6 years old). Use root powder teas, capsules or tablets. You

can also make a decoction from dried pulverized root.

This herb helps the bodies resistance, boosts the immune system, lowers cholesterol, lowers blood sugars,

reduces heart attacks, protects the liver, helps the appetite, and helps cancer patients with radiation therapy.

Warnings: Rare cases of insomnia, allergy symptoms, breast soreness. Do not use if you have high blood

pressure, fever, asthma, emphysema, or cardiac arrhythmia.

Horehound

Family: Labiatae Genus: Marrubium Species: Vulgare

Also Known As: Marrubium, Hoarhound, White Horehound

Rx: flowers and leaves in infusion or tincture for cough remedy

A popular herbal cough remedy and expectorant for almost 2,000 years, Horehound is good for minor respiratory

problems, coughs, colds, and bronchitis

Warnings: those with heart disease should not use this herb

Hyssop

Family: Labiatae Genus: Hyssopus Species: Officinalis

Also Known As: N/A

Rx: flowers and leaves as a compress for cold sores and genital herpes, infusion, tincture

Hyssop inhibits the growth of herpes simplex virus. Scientists agree it is a 'reasonably effective' treatment for

cough and irritation of colds and flu.

Warnings: DO NOT USE IF PREGNANT..... PERIOD! Again always positively identify the herbs you use. H.

Officinalis is the correct herb, it's name sharing cousins (G. Officinalis, genus' Agastache and Bacopa) should not be

ingested.

Juniper

Family: Cupressaceae Genus: Juniperus Species: Communis

Also Known As: Geneva, Genvrier

Rx: infusion of berries for arthritis or female regularity

The source of gin, this herb also increases urine production (a diuretic) - making it a treatment for PMS, high

blood pressure and congestive heart failure. Recommended for arthritis.

Warnings: Long term use can cause kidney damage. If you have a kidney infection or kidney problems you

should not use this herb. One-third of hay fever sufferers develop allergy symptoms from exposure to Juniper.

Kelp

Family: Fucaceae Genus: Fucus, Laminaria, Macrocystis, Nereocystis Species: Versiculosus (Fucus), various

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