Medicinal Uses of Dandelion
Growing up, I remember always being sad when my parents would spray weed killer on dandelions or chop them down with the lawnmower. Imagine my delight when I researched all…
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Medicinal Uses of Yarrow
Fevers/Colds/Flus: Yarrow has long been used to treat feverish conditions. It is often used at the beginning stages of a cold or flu and is commonly combined with elder flower…
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Medicinal Uses of Chamomile
Chamomile's highly scented flowers possess powerful antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. If taken as an infused herbal tea, it can help with a number of problems: improving appetite, easing anxiety,…
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Medicinal Uses of Lavender
The scent of lavender has long been known to promote relaxation. Inhaling lavender's essential oils helps ease anxiety and improves feelings of calmness and well-being in stressful situations. Research…
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Valerian: good for the central nervous system
Valerian is a strong medicinal herb for the central nervous system. It is good as a sedative for insomnia, helps with sudden emotional distress, headaches, intestinal cramps, nervous exhaustion, and…
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Hawthorn recipes for the Heart
Hawthorn Recipes for the Heart As previously mentioned (see: Hawthorn article), ripe Hawthorn berries are one of the best things for your heart. They help out with almost every heart…
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Medicinal Recipe: Rosemary Tea
Herbal Tea Rosemary tea makes a great mouthwash for halitosis and general bad breath. It can also reduce flatulence and stimulate the smooth muscle of the digestive tract and gall…
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Medicinal Recipe: Calendula, the Skin Healer
Calendula is a traditional remedy for burns, wounds, grazes, and rashes. For broken or cut skin: 1) Clean the wound with an antiseptic solution 2) When clean, apply a calendula…
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Medicinal Recipe: Sage Tea
Sage tea will calm your frazzled nerves, provide relief to aching gums, help heal a sore throat -- and it even offers a reliable reprieve from hot flashes. Making the…
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