~ Alfalfa ~

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 ~

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 ~

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 ~

Rx: infusion of seeds, tinctures,It has been used as a cough remedy, 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 advise of a physician before using this herb because it contains estrogen.

~ Balm,Lemon ~

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 ~

Rx: tincture or infusion for acne and general infection fighting.It as 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 Leaf ~

Rx: fresh leaves for wounds, infusion, tincture Bay is not 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 ~

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 ~

Rx: infusion of flowers and leaves (for you not your cat!) 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 ~

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.

~ Chickory ~

Rx: excellent salad addition, infusion, 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 ~

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 ~

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 ~

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 ~

Rx: Juice, juice, juice! Used for urinary tract infections (UTI), incontinence, high Vitamin C content Warnings: None

~ Dandelion ~

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 ~

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 Warnings: May cause skin rash in sensitive individuals.

~ Echinacea ~

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 ~

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 ~

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 ~

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 ~

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 ~

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 Biloba ~

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 ~

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 ~

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 ~

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.

~ Kelp ~

A natural source of iodine, now known as a radiation protector, protection from heavy metals, reducer of heart disease, and an infection fighter. Rx: take tablets (herb is unpleasant), infusion Warnings: None

~ Lavender ~

Rx: flowers in bath, general aromatherapy The all time fragrant herb, Lavender make a great bath addition. The Greeks and Romans bathed in lavender scented water and it was from the Latin word, lavo (to wash) that the herb took its name. While not technically a medicinal herb, the calming properties of its aroma are well founded. Warnings: None

~ Marijuana ~

The much debated and scolded Cannabis, Marijuana has shown positive effects on cancer, AIDS, and glaucoma. So effective on AIDS patients from its ability to increase a person's appetite as well as releiving nausea allowing a patient to regain weight. Marijuana reportedly helps glaucoma patients by reducing occular pressure which can cause damage to the eye. It is the most effective treatment for chronic nausea. It is not physically addictive. Rx: smoked (dried), added to salads(fresh) Warnings:
coughing, asthma, upper respiratory problems, difficulty with short term memory loss, racing heart, agitation, confusion, paranoia, possible psychological dependence

~ Marjoram ~

Rx: sprinkle dried powdered herb on cold sores or genital herpes, infusion or tincture for its stomach soothing potential. An excellent digestive aid and herpes fighter, this one of the most confused herbs on the planet. The Oregano on your spice rack might be Marjoram! All Marjoram species are called Oregano but only a few of the fifty are ever called Marjoram. Warnings: None

~ Mint ~

Rx: Peppermint oil for wounds, burns etc., infusion of any dried mint for decongestant, tincture. The after dinner mint soothes the stomach. Peppermint produces Menthol. Menthol is a key anesthetic (e.g. Ben-Gay), the vapors are an incredible decongestant (e.g. Vick's VapoRub), is germicidal, and helps morning sickness a great deal. Those wishing to alleviate morning sickness should use only dilute tea concentrations for reasons shown below. Peppermint is a hybrid of Spearmint and is the more potent due to the high menthol factor. Spearmint contains Carvone in comparison to Menthol. While not nearly as effective, Spearmint is much safer. Warnings: on rare occasions the fragrance of mint oil has caused gagging in children. Pure Menthol, ingested, is POISONOUS. A teaspoon can be FATAL. DO NOT ingest Peppermint oil or Menthol.

~ Mistletoe ~

Rx: leaves in DILUTED infusion, tincture for high blood pressure Mistletoe, the kissing plant, has the ability to slow the pulse, lower blood pressure and stimulate gastrointestinal and uterine contractions. Warnings: should be administered only by a qualified herbal/medicinal doctor. TWO BERRIES CAN KILL A CHILD. Keep away from children. This herb is highly toxic. Pregnant women should not use it. This herb is known (unfortunately) for its abortion inducing properties. The dose needed to induce abortion is enough to kill you.

~ Myrrh ~

Rx: steep powdered herb for mouthwash, infusion, tincture. Myrrh makes an excellent mouthwash, toothpaste, and fights bacteria Warnings:large amounts may have violent laxative action

~ Nettle ~

Rx: process plant matter in juicer, infusion, tincture An effective cure for gout, Nettle is also good for the symptoms of hay fever, scurvy, PMS, and helps heart patients. Warnings: When I was a child, I must have fallen into Nettle a hundred times. USE THICK GLOVES. If you doubt the cruelty of natures own protections just touch one of these plants. Large doses of Nettle tea may cause stomach irritation.

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