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Category: Herbal Medicine
Herbal medicine related posts
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Herbal Medicine for Cystitis
Read more: Herbal Medicine for CystitisCystitis is inflammation of the bladder. It is more common in women than men. (See related post: Cystitis) Herbal medicine is rooted in mind/body medicine as taught by Hippocrates. As such diet and lifestyle considerations would also need to be addressed. Herb classifications for cystitis Some specific herbs for cystitis: Petroselinum crispum: Parsley Parsley is…
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Headache
Read more: HeadacheThere are many kinds of headache, the most common being tension headache, migraine and cluster headaches. Primary causes include muscle spasms in the head, neck or shoulders, restriction of the blood supply to the brain, stress and fatigue, menstrual symptoms, sleep disturbance, eye strain, environmental pollutants and food allergies or intolerances. Headache pain ranges from…
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Insomnia
Read more: InsomniaInsomnia is a common complaint of the central nervous system. It is characterised by a difficulty getting to sleep, staying asleep, or feeling rested after sleep. Individual sleep requirements vary with age and levels of activity, it is generally accepted that we need an average of 8 hours sleep per 24-hours, except in infancy and…
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Cystitis
Read more: CystitisWhat is Cystitis? Cystitis is the medical term for acute or chronic inflammation and/or infection of the bladder. “This is an inflammation of the wall and lining of the urinary bladder that may be due to bacterial infection or to mechanical abrasion from microcrystals of calcium phosphate in urine.”¹ “The wall of the bladder sustains…
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Castor Oil Packs
Read more: Castor Oil PacksHot Castor oil packs help to stimulate deep circulation of blood and lymph, relieve discomfort and assist with the detoxification of the intestines, liver, spleen, lungs, reproductive organs and can be used on virtually any area of the body.* They can be applied over the abdomen for the treatment of constipation, or over the uterus…
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What is IBS?
Read more: What is IBS?What is IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)? Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a functional disorder of the lower bowel that affects more women than men, usually between the ages of 20 – 40 years. It is called a syndrome because IBS can present a wide range of correlated symptoms, varying in severity from mild to debilitating,…
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5 tips for BPH
Read more: 5 tips for BPHBPH (enlarged prostate) Benign prostatic enlargement is also called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or benign prostatic hypertrophy. BPH commonly affects men over the age of 50 years. The prostate gland sits beneath the bladder and just above the rectum. It encircles the urethra, which empties urine from the bladder. When the prostate gland expands, it presses in on…
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Stinging Nettle
Read more: Stinging NettleUrtica dioica Most people know nettle by its sting. Nearby any clump of nettles you will usually find yellow dock growing. As children we would make a spit poultice of a dock leaf and rub it on the affected area for prompt relief. A plantain leaf works just as efficiently – if not more. Folklore…
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Medical herbalist
Read more: Medical herbalistWhy consult a medical herbalist? The short answer is: because herbal medicine works. So why are more people not seeing medical herbalists? —Because herbal medicine does not offer a quick fix. It requires the patient to become an active participant in their own healing and more often than not, to change their dietary and/or lifestyle…
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Dandelion Flower Oil
Read more: Dandelion Flower OilExternal use: Dandelion flower oil makes a nice massage oil for sore or tired muscles. You could add a few drops of essential oil, such as geranium or rosemary, for added healing benefits. It also makes a soothing emollient for tired eyes or to nourish dry skin. You can use the oil as a base…
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Natural Healing Protocols
Read more: Natural Healing ProtocolsNatural healing protocols address our basic needs for essential elements such as air, water, nutrients, rest and exercise. They can be as simple as conscious deep breathing or involve more complex routines such as hot castor oil packs. Natural healing protocols include a vast range of treatments for specific health problems of the body and…
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Dry Skin Brushing
Read more: Dry Skin BrushingThe skin is the most lavished upon organ of the human body, it is also the biggest. The average adult is covered with approximately two square metres of skin and it accounts for about an eighth of total body weight. It is a natural boundary between our inner and outer environments, is both absorptive and…
