Herbs

Internally, it is taken as a warming, anti-inflammatory, toning, antibacterial, and expectorant remedy. It lowers cholesterol levels in the blood, improves appetite, and accelerates metabolism. It promotes the expectoration of mucus during colds.

Externally, it is used as hot mustard foot baths — a popular and safe method of home treatment for colds.

Contraindications: Before using mustard for therapeutic purposes, it is necessary to consult with a doctor.

Internal use:

Take internally as an appetite stimulant and digestive aid, as well as for deworming, as a cholagogue, and as a mild laxative for liver diseases, spleen conditions, gastritis, chronic constipation, hemorrhoids, and inflammatory conditions of the lymph nodes, furunculosis, medicamentous dermatitis, and acne. It improves overall well-being, normalizes metabolism, reduces cholesterol levels in the blood, and improves blood composition in anemia.

Method of application and dosage: Pour 1 tablespoon of roots with 200 ml of boiling water, boil for 15 minutes in a water bath, infuse for 45 minutes at room temperature, strain. Bring the ready infusion to the initial volume and take 1/3 cup 3-4 times a day 15 minutes before meals.

External use:

Externally, it is applied as rubs and washes for furunculosis, acne, dermatitis, and as a whitening agent for washing the face to get rid of freckles. Pour 2 tablespoons of raw material with 300 ml of boiling water, simmer for 15 minutes over low heat, infuse until cooled.

Contraindications: Individual intolerance, acute conditions with biliary tract obstruction, increased secretion of hydrochloric acid (peptic ulcer and gastritis).

The plant is also called Bear Berry. Chinese have been using Bear Berry Leaves since 13th century as a diuretic, to reduce kidney and urinary problems. Bear berry leaves are still used medicinally in Poland and other countries. Native Americans also used Bear berry tea for inflammation of the urinary tract, urethritis, kidney stones, and cystitis. The berries were also made into a tea that was used to ward off obesity. Bearberry is a very useful plant. All parts of it can be used in some way. The fruit can be eaten and cooked with other foods. The roots can be made into a tea that can treat a constant cough or slow down menstrual bleeding. A tea from the stem is used to prevent miscarriage and to speed up a womens recovery after childbirth. A tea made from the leaves can be drunk to treat kidney or bladder problems. Bear Berry Leaves have diuretic, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial qualities. Use as a diuretic, and anti-microbial agent in cases of inflammatory diseases of the urinary tracts.

For centuries, Chaga has been revered for its life enhancing properties. According to thousands of years of testing in Traditional Chinese Medicine, medicinal mushrooms including Chaga, can preserve youth and increase longevity, improve health, and boost life energy. Chaga contains zinc, copper, magnesium, calcium, potassium, aluminum, iron, silicon, manganese and other substances. The properties of Chaga are spasmolytic, diuretic, analgetic, antimicrobial, restorative, laxative and antitumoral. Chaga mushroom is also well known for its huge load of immune stimulating phytochemicals. The Chaga fungus has some of the highest amounts of anti-oxidants of any substance consumed by man.

Everlasting flower is an ancient herb, which has a long history of use. Traditionally this herb has been used for kidney and liver illnesses, and for gastrointestinal tract disorders. Everlasting flowers contain volatile oil, vitamins, glycosides, alcohol, tannins, fatty acids, minerals and trace elements. The properties of everlasting flower are anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, spasmolytic, cholagogic, diuretic and improving metabolism. The herb helps reduce cholesterol in blood.

Internally, it is taken for gastrointestinal diseases, hemorrhoids, gallbladder issues, bleeding, rheumatism, herpes, inflammation of the laryngeal mucosa, as well as for furunculosis, poorly healing wounds, migraines, nocturnal enuresis, atony of the bladder, and urolithiasis. Infusion with honey is one of the best remedies for liver and spleen diseases.

Method of application and dosage: Steep 2 tablespoons of raw material in 400 ml boiling water, infuse for 2 hours, strain, and take 1/2 cup 4 times a day before meals.

Externally, the infusion is used for rinsing the oral cavity in various inflammatory processes (tonsillitis, laryngitis, pharyngitis), for nasal congestion, and for washing wounds and ulcers, as well as for abrasions and bruises. Steep 5 tablespoons of raw material in 400 ml boiling water, infuse for 15-20 minutes, strain, squeezing the remaining raw material.

Contraindications: Individual intolerance. Use with caution for children and elderly people.

Description. Eyebright is one of the primary herb used for eye care. It has been depended upon for at least 2000 years for various eye problems. The tannins act as astringents to help dry up secretions and relieve inflammation of the mucous membranes. The vitamins B, C, E, beta carotene, copper, and selenium found in eyebright have been shown to improve clarity of eyesight. The Vitamins B, E, and selenium were also shown to reduce cataracts over 5 months. Zinc, copper, and selenium help protect against cataracts because they act as antioxidants. All of these minerals are found in eyebright. Eyebright is slightly tonic and the actions are anti-catarrhal, anti-inflammatory, anti-septic, and astringent. Use. The common cold, hay fever, and even measles are helped by eyebright. The bronchial and pulmonary irritation caused by measles is relieved by the use of this herb. When there is an earache, headache, or distress across the eyes, as in acute catarrhal affections, eyebright has a direct influence upon the lachrymal apparatus. It has been recommended for use in epidemic influenza and when there is intestinal catarrhal as well. It is especially useful for eyestrain, over-sensitivity to light, eye inflammations, weeping eyes and other eye ailments. Some common eyes disorder in which eyebright is used are: blepharitis, conjunctivitis, eye fatigue and stye.

Attention! Before using any herbal products, make sure that you have full knowledge of how the herb works and any adverse reaction it may cause.

Internally: Used as a diuretic for cardiac edema, antiseptic for diseases of the urinary tract and bladder. The tincture is recommended for use in diseases of the nervous system, alcoholism, and as a remedy to normalize sleep. It is also used as a therapeutic and analgesic for joint rheumatism, gout, and malignant tumors.

Method of application and doses: Infusion: Place 1 tablespoon of raw material in an enameled dish, pour 200 ml of hot boiled water, heat in a water bath for 15 minutes, cool at room temperature for 45 minutes, strain. The volume of the resulting infusion is brought to 200 ml with boiled water. The prepared infusion is stored in a cool place for no more than 2 days. Take 1/3-1/2 cup 3-5 times a day 40 minutes after eating.

Externally: In the form of baths and washes for diathesis and purulent wounds.

Contraindications: Individual intolerance, during pregnancy and in case of glomerulonephritis. Prolonged use is not recommended. Consult a specialist for kidney diseases.

Red root supports the urinary tract in inflammation of the prostate and prostate adenoma. Improves blood circulation and decongests in the prostate. Restored male sexual activity, solves the problem of impotence. It strengthens and restores the capillary walls, remove heavy metals and neutralizes free radicals. Therefore, red root used in the treatment and prevention of diseases such as tumors, leukemia, prostate, fibroids, infertility.

Description. Burdock Root is one of the foremost cleansing herbs, providing nourishing support for the blood, the liver, and the natural defense system. It's rich in Vitamins B1, B6, B12, and E, plus manganese, copper, iron, zinc, sulfur, and more. You'll find Burdock Root in many tonic formulas and special blends designed for internal cleansing. In traditional herbal texts, Burdock Root is described as a blood purifier or alterative, and was believed to clear the bloodstream of toxins. The herb contains polyacetylenes that have both anti-bacterial & anti-fungal properties. Burdock Root contains high amounts of inulin and mucilage. This may explain its soothing effects on the gastrointestinal tract. Bitter constituents in the root may also explain the traditional use of Burdock to improve digestion. Use. Medicinally, Burdock Root has been used both internally and externally for eczema and psoriasis, as well as to treat painful joints and as a diuretic. In traditional Chinese medicine, Burdock Root, in combination with other herbs, is used to treat sore throats, tonsillitis, colds, and even measles. It is eaten as a vegetable in Japan and elsewhere. Burdock is a mild laxative. It also aids in the elimination of uric acid. By improving the function of many organs of elimination (liver, kidneys, bowels), many health conditions are improved. Burdock Root also has the ability to mildly lower blood sugar.

Attention! Before using any herbal products, make sure that you have full knowledge of how the herb works and any adverse reaction it may cause.