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NAME
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BENEFITS
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SUGGESTIONS
& COMMENTS
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PRECAUTIONS
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Marshmallow
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Beneficial
for bladder/kidney problems, inflammation, healing
and soothing of skin problems, mucous membranes and
other tissues both internally and externally.
Diuretic and expectorant properties, assists with
digestive relief, headaches, intestinal disorders,
sinusitis, and sore throats. Might be beneficial in
enriching breast milk and in treating bed wetting.
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Sometimes
used as a filler in the compounding of pills.
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Milk
Thistle
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Excellent
in protecting the liver and stimulates the
production of new liver cells and preventing
formation of damaging leukotrienes. Beneficial in
helping to prevent free radical damage by acting as
an antioxidant. Assists the kidneys and is good for
adrenal disorders, weakened immune system, bowel
disorders, jaundice, hepatitis, cirrhosis, and all
liver disorders. Also can help psoriasis.
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Also
called Wild Artichoke. Contains a mixture of
flavonoid derivatives called Silymarin that works
directly on liver cells.
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Mullein
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Beneficial
for lung and sinus congestion, nervous coughs,
asthma, breathing difficulties, bronchitis,
earaches, swollen glands, hay fever, laxative,
pain-reducer, sleep aid.
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Is
sometimes used in kidney formulas for helping
inflammation.
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Mustard
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Helps
in the metabolism of fat, improves digestion.
Beneficial for chest congestion, inflammation,
injuries, and joint pain when applied externally.
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CAUTION
Mustard can irritate the skin when applied
directly.
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Myrrh
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Used
for skin disorders, ulcers, periodontal disease, bad
breath, helps mouth bacteria, good deodorizer, has
antiseptic and disinfectant properties.
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Its
aromatic qualities are used for perfumes and
incense.
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Nettle
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Beneficial
for allergic disorders, hay fever, kidney problems,
anemia, arthritis, malabsorption syndrome, goiters,
inflammation, mucous conditions in the lungs,
expectorant, diuretic, relieves pain, and used as a
tonic.
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Also
called Stinging Nettle.
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Oat
Straw
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Has
antidepressant properties, helps insomnia, skin
disorders, acts as a nerve tonic, promotes sweating,
helps reduce bed wetting,
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Oregon
Grape
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Cleans
the liver and blood purifier, good for acne, skin
disorders, and psoriasis.
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For
some conditions, can be used instead of Goldenseal.
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Papaya
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Helps
digestion and stimulates the appetite, assists to
relieve heartburn, indigestion, and bowel disorders
that are inflamed.
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The
leaves are sometimes used to tenderize meats.
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Parsley
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Is
believed to have qualities that might prevent the
multiplication of tumor cells. Helps: stomach,
bladder, kidney, liver, lung, thyroid function,
relieves gas, expels worms, stimulates normal
digestive activity, freshens breath and reduces
halitosis, helps relieve bed wetting, high
blood pressure, obesity, prostate disorders, and
acts as a diuretic.
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Parsley
has more vitamin C than an orange.
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Passion
Flower
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Assists
nerves, insomnia, head and eye pain, relieves
stress, hyperactivity, anxiety, and neuritis.
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Maypop
is also another name for Passion Flower.
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CAUTION
Do not use high dosages of Passion Flower
during pregnancy.
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Pau
d'arco
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Excellent
healing properties, builds the immune system,
natural antibacterial agent, blood cleanser, good
for viruses, funguses, yeast, candidiasis, warts,
smoker's cough, allergies, cancer, AIDS,
cardiovascular problems, bowel disease inflammation,
rheumatism, tumors, ulcers, and all infections.
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Other
names are: Lapacho and Taheebo.
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Peppermint
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Increases
stomach acidity which assists in digestion, helps
chills, heart problems, headaches, nausea, poor
appetite, rheumatism, colic diarrhea, spasms, and
can slightly anesthetize mucous membranes and
gastrointestinal tract.
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CAUTION
Peppermint might interfere with iron
absorption.
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Plantain
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When
used topically, Plantain can have antibiotic and
healing for wounds and sores. When taken internally,
it can reduce bed wetting. For bee stings and any
kind of bites, it can be applied in a poultice.
Helps the urinary tract and lungs.
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Some
enjoy the flavor of Plantain leaves in salads.
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Primrose
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A
natural estrogen promoter and helps to reduce high
blood pressure. Beneficial for skin disorders,
arthritis, hot flashes, menstrual problems, multiple
sclerosis, treatment of alcoholism, and can help
weight loss.
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Most
widely known as Evening Primrose Oil.
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Psyllium
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Absorbs
toxins and is used to add bulk for softening
stools and helps sluggish bowels.
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Pumpkin
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Has
been known to be useful for prostate disorders.
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