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Posted on December 8, 2005 in Herbs and spice
Benefits Of The Herb Sage has been enjoyed for centuries for both its culinary and medicinal uses. The name comes from the Latin word ‘salvus’ meaning safe, it is a reference to the herb’s believed healing powers. Commonly found in the Mediterranean areas. Its leaves are bitter with a spoiled mint taste and smell.
Medicinal Benefits Of The Herb Sage are many. Sage oil contains the chemical substances alpha-and beta-thujone, camphor, and cineole. It has been used in connection with sprains, swelling, ulcers, and bleeding. As a tea, sage has been recommended for sore throats and coughs. It clears gas, cleans respiratory tract and prevents the formation of kidney stones by dissolving the residues of uric acid. Herbalists have also used this herb for rheumatism, menstrual bleeding, strengthening the nervous system, improving memory and sharpening the senses. In high doses, it can over stimulate and should be avoided by early pregnant women and epilepsy patients. Sage is commonly used in dishes containing pork, cheese and beans and in poultry and game stuffings. Sausage makers also frequently use it to flavor their products.
5ml of fluidextract can be diluted in a glass of water and taken 3 times a day to garner the Benefits Of The Herb Sage as internal supplement. Small bunches of fresh sage is available year round in super markets. It should be stored in cool and dark place for not more than 6 months.
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Posted on December 7, 2005 in Herbs and spice
Magnesium a major content of Epsom salt and Herbs regulates the activity of more than 325 enzymes and plays a vital role in bodily functions. Magnesium sulphate hydrate is called as Epsom salt. It is found in 95% of mineral waters.
Epsom salt controls muscle and electrical impulses, helps in energy production and in elimination of harmful toxins. Mixing of Epsom salt with your regular cleansing cream helps in drying out oily skin. In emergency care, it is used to manage secures associated with toxemia of pregnancy. Other uses include uterine relaxation to inhibit contractions of premature labor. It is also used to cure Pre-eclampsia that is the case of high blood pressure, protein in the urine and swelling. A warm bath before bed time with Epsom salt and Herbs to children cures many a illness. Magnesium can be absorbed through skin that helps in extending the child’s sleep cycle and ease digestive function. It soothes aches, removes odors, and softens rough skin and reduces sprains. It also helps to reduce the striated muscle contractions. To reduce the swelling of minor insect bites apply a warm Epsom salt compress.
Body wraps improves tone and tighten the look and texture of the skin, including people with loose skin from weight loss or pregnancy. Epsom salt and Herbs like Alfa Alfa, ground basil and chamomile flowers are used in body wraps. Various herbs, herbal extracts are mixed with Epsom salt in warm baths.
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Posted on December 6, 2005 in General Tips
You may be well aware of the fact that medicines are effective only for a limited period of time. Tablets and syrups lose their efficiency once the expiry date is reached. In rare cases they may also prove harmful. This holds true for herbs and other medicinal plants as well. However, many of us seem to be unaware that medicines can also lose their intended effects due to improper storage conditions. Thus, storage conditions medicinal should be ideal so as to secure the effectiveness of the drugs and medicinal plants.
Ideally, the manufacturers prescribe storage conditions medicinal and care should be taken to follow them. The very first necessity is a clean and dust-free place. Avoid exposure to excess light. Put medicines in special cabinets or boxes if the manufactures so indicate. The premises should be able to prevent the entry of insects. No medicinal product should be ever stored in damp conditions. Make a regular check for any leakages and dampness.
It is not advisable to keep medicines in the bathroom, as is the general practice. It negates all the precautions given out for storage conditions medicinal. Do not keep medicines in the kitchen either, as they could be confused for food products. Another factor is the heat generated in the kitchen. Keep medicines out of the reach of children. You can place your medicines in a cabinet in the dining room or in the bedroom of any of the adult member of the family. However, make first aid kits accessible to every member. Keep medicinal plants in sunlight as advised by the medical practitioner.
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Posted on December 5, 2005 in Herbs and spice
A traditional herb garden design layout is made with primary purpose of attracting the eye of the visitor. Usually, it is designed using geometrical patterns. People are well acquainted with all kinds of geometrical shapes. These shapes are symmetrical and hence very pleasing to the eye. Another feature of the traditional herb garden design that attracts a lot of attention from all quarters is the splendid contrasts it makes such effective use of. Texture, color, and shape – all these elements are used to induce a shock value that quickly translates into a pleasant surprise, and then go a step further and result in open admiration by the viewer.
Traditional herb garden design is often accused of putting too much emphasis on shapes and colors, and in the process, ignoring a lot of useful herbs that are not in sync with the color, texture or pattern of the garden. You can rectify this minor problem by making a few intelligent alterations. Herb gardening is a rewarding experience, and should be as creative as possible. Basically, a traditional herb garden is a judicious mix of perennial herbs and flowering herbs. Depending on your requirements, you can grow culinary herbs, medicinal herbs, cosmetic herbs, and fragrant herbs. Some of the common culinary herbs are parsley, basil, coriander or cilantro, oregano, rosemary, dill, chives, thyme, sage, garlic and mint. St.John’s wort, milk thistle, chamomile are examples of medicinal herbs. Aloe vera and turmeric are excellent cosmetic herbs.
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Posted on December 5, 2005 in General Remedies
Spider veins, as the name suggest, are spider leg-shaped veins that usually pop up on the thighs, ankles and feet. These networks of thin red lines can sometimes appear on the face too. Natural home remedy spider veins are an effective way to deal with these superficial and unwanted vein webs. First of all, what are spider veins? Spider veins are nothing but the result of tiny bursts that take place in our blood vessels. Very slight and superficial injuries like being hit by ball during play can cause spider veins.
Pregnant women, people who suffer from constipation, and those suffering with poor blood circulation are more likely to end up with spider veins. There is no pain in most cases, except when severe inflammation occurs. So how can natural home remedy spider veins help you? Here, it is very important to understand the reason behind weak veins and artery walls that buckle under the slightest pressure is improper (high or low) blood circulation. Natural home remedy spider veins are as follows:
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Posted on December 4, 2005 in Herbs and spice
Arctium Lappa herb herbal preparations like tinctures, tablets, and creams have been traditionally used to treat common ailments like acne, swelling, headache, psoriasis, digestive disorders, and joint pains. It is the botanical name of the popular herb “Burdock root,” and has an excellent reputation as a cleanser that gets rid of toxins in the body. On a higher plane, this root is said to stimulate cell regeneration. Hence, Arctium Lappa herb herbal is being increasingly viewed as a promising treatment for HIV/AIDS (an autoimmune disease, where the body attacks and kills its own cells).
A member of the thistle family, Burdock root is a rich source of Vitamin E and B-complex as also manganese, copper, iron, zinc, and sulfur. The roots, leaves and fruits are the edible parts of Burdock. Arctium Lappa herb herbal preparations are beneficial for the body in many ways. Let us take a look at them.
The best thing about Arctium Lappa herb herbal preparations is that there are no known side effects of this herb.
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Posted on December 3, 2005 in Alternative Healing
Minerals Alternative Healing is the panacea of all ailments. Minerals are the building blocks of the body. Minerals play key role in identifying body’s potential to heal itself. The problem is to identify which mineral is required and in what amount. Most of the people’s diet is not nutrient rich. They fall prey to diseases.
Minerals Alternative Healing concept is to identify the disease and heal it by providing mineral rich supplements. The supply of the minerals may be internally and externally.
Dark leafy vegetables, cheese, sesame seeds, salmon fish etc., are rich in Boron, Calcium, and Potassium.They prevent rheumatoid arthritis and other bone related ailments.
Brewer’s yeast, whole grains, bananas etc., are rich in Chromium, Potassium, Zinc and Magnesium. They prevent blood pressure.
Proper food plan is essential for better glucose control. This is essential to diabetic patients. Chromium decreases fasting blood glucose levels, lowers insulin levels and decreases cholestrol. Potassium yields insulin. Magnesium involves in blood sugar control. Like this, intake of required minerals in the diet you can prevent most of the diseases.
Minerals Alternative Healing techniques, which are applied externally, include
• Metaphysical crystal healing: for centuries, crystals and other gems have been noted for their magical and mystical powers. Today crystal wands are used to heal neurological disorders in aura therapy.
• Aroma Therapy: This is based on the use of essential oils, carrier oils, and other fragnances from plants. These fragnances affect mood or health of the patient.
• Homeopathy: In take of potion, which is a mixture of important minerals like copper, zinc, manganese, tin, and cobalt balances, the cellular chemistry and resolve the fundamental patterns of all diseases.
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Posted on December 2, 2005 in Herbs and spice
Home Remedies Oil Stains On Asphalt helps you keep your driveway spotless. All driveways and pavements, whether built with concrete or asphalt tend to get stained due to oil and brake fluids. Bare concrete floors are porous and permanently stain if oil is not removed quickly.
Home Remedies Oil Stains On Asphalt are of two methods. Mechanical methods include sand blasting, steam cleaning, brushing, scouring and use of blowtorches. The use of wire brushes is not recommended as they leave small iron pieces that produce rust stain. Chemical methods include the use of chemicals that act as solvents to dissolve stains or react with them to form a compound that will not look as a stain. As solvents they are applied directly on the surface or by placing cloth on the concrete. Here chemicals are made to interact with stains to keep enough material on the surface of the stain. This dilutes the stain. They are also applied by making a paste of the solvent and powder of calcium carbonate, calcium hydroxide, talc and spreading it on the stained area. This draws the staining substance out of the concrete.
Home Remedies Oil Stains On Asphalt chemicals can be bought from drug stores and supermarkets. You should take precautions while handling the chemicals, as it is highly inflammable or toxic or both. Avoid contact with the skin and use plastic gloves. Do not inhale the fumes. Protect your eyes by wearing goggles.
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Posted on December 1, 2005 in Herbs and spice
Candle Making With Herbs is one of those things most people think about but rarely undertake. Unlike incense, herbal candles do not add smoke to the air. An herbal candle can create an ambiance of healthfulness and well-being.
Candle Making With Herbs involves in producing aromatherapy candles. Using the natural waxes such as soy, palm and beeswax, makes them to burn cleaner and for longer time. They are not made by using petroleum or polymer based paraffin and gel waxes. You can add dye to color the candle; mostly it is preferred to leave natural bits of herbs and flower petals. Essential oils should be added after the wax has melted and started cooling. This is done to preserve the integrity of the fragrance as they essentially break down and evaporate. Palm wax or palm beeswax candles burn for long time and clean.
Aromatherapy is a natural healing alternative that uses the power hidden in oils extracted from flowers, herbs, plants and even trees! Essential oils are used in Candle Making With Herbs they act on the olfactory nerves, which lead from the nose to the brain. Essential oils contain antibacterial, antibiotic, antiviral, and other therapeutic properties. Aromatherapy is holistic therapy for your mind, body, and spirit. Essential oils are organic and act in harmony with the body, providing well-being and balance. Tea candles and votives or jar candles are the variety of scented candles. Popular scents include bayberry, vanilla, cinnamon and sandalwood.
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Posted on November 30, 2005 in Herbs and spice
Reishi is believed to be a very potent mushroom. It is known as Ganoderma Lucidum in scientific circles and is often referred to as `the mushroom of immortality’. The Chinese knew of this herb and its `miraculous’ qualities since 2000 BC. Both the Chinese and Japanese are known to have used it as food material as well as a medicinal drug. What made the Orient literally worship this mushroom? Here is a look at the medicinal effects of reishi ganoderma.
Traditionally, Reishi was taken to enhance memory, relieve stress, fatigue, and increase the quality as well as the span of life. The primary benefit that is attributed to Reishi is its effect on the immune system. Regular intake of Reishi can increase the disease resistance power of the body, it is said. This is the reason why medicinal effects of reishi ganoderma are increasingly including its ability to fight HIV\AIDS.
Researches conducted on the medicinal effects of reishi ganoderma have shown that the mushroom possesses anti-viral, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial as well as antioxidant properties. All these qualities give the mushroom the power to fight disease in the body. The antioxidant properties equip Reishi to kill the free radicals in the body that are the root cause of many a disease. Thus, Reishi has been established as an effective pre-illness herb.
Many other medicinal effects of reishi ganoderma are under the microscope for scientific validation. Though its ability to improve immune system is generally accepted, doubts have been cast on claims of it being the wonder drug for curing HIV\AIDS, cancer, diabetes and other chronic illnesses
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Posted on November 26, 2005 in Wrinkle Removal
The young people cherish their glowing skin and use various creams to further beautify it. However, with age catching up slowly, the skin starts sagging and the damaged portion of the skin fails to get back to its original shape as quickly as it used to happen in young
age. The severe heat generated by sunrays also causes lot of damage to the texture of skin. The oil-secreting glands slowly diminish, depriving the skin of protective water-lipid emulsions. This makes the skin to lose moisture levels forcing it to turn dry in no time. With the natural qualities slowly disappearing, the Skin Wrinkles starts forming.
In fact, the frown lines formed between the eyebrows and the crow’s feet develop due to muscle contractions. Habitual facial expressions also form characteristic lines, which become solid wrinkles going forward. Formation of Skin Wrinkles around lips, below the eyes, forehead and other parts of the body clearly point to the aging process. However, to remove these Skin Wrinkles there are various treatments available. Some of the creams on application improve the moisture level of the skin and others rejuvenate the skin from the middle layer. Treatments like wrinkle fillers, barbed sutures and body contouring help in toning up the skin by removing the wrinkles. With the help of injectable fillers, deep wrinkles can be removed by toning up the skin level. This helps the people in getting back their radiant looking skin.
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