In today’s culture, millions of people are prescribed pharmaceutical medication for all types of conditions and illnesses when there are herbal medicines available. Pharmaceuticals, also referred to as medicine or medication can be described as any chemical substance intended for use in medicine. Herbal remedies, also referred to as homeopathy or herbal supplements are alternate [...]
Natures ways of taking care of us. There are herbs and other natural ways to cure almost all illnesses. In a lot of cases there is no need to take prescription medications. Do not stop your medications without consulting your doctor!
Effective, natural pain control
There are over 100 herbs that have pain relieving properties. Over-the-counter pain relief drugs like acetaminophen and ibuprofen have been known to relieve pain, but also cause internal damage. It’s a good idea to use herbs for pain as much as possible. The herbs have been categorized by the type of pain they relieve. Muscle [...]
Catnip, not just for cats
Catnip has a popular reputation for modifying feline’s brain chemistry. The herb falls into the family of Lamiaceae. Catnip has also been called catnep and catmint (for it’s minty smell). What some people don’t know about catnip is that it is not just used to intoxicate cats, humans can very well take advantage of it’s [...]
Herbs to avoid during pregnancy
There are many herbs out there that can help make pregnancy and childbirth go a little smoother, there are herbs that should only be taken during the last few weeks of your pregnancy and herbs that should not be taken at all during pregnancy. Here’s a list of herbs that should be completely avoided during [...]
Flax, Linseed
Flax or Linseed is one of the highest plant sources of essential omega-3 fatty acids. (Perilla seeds contain more omega-3). Omega-3 acids can help improve memory and is a cognitive-mind enhancer and can also help protect us from degenerative disease. It is said that by increasing the amount of omega-3 in your diet, you may [...]
Datura, Jimsonweed
CAUTION: There have been fatalities reported from misuse/abuse of this plant. Datura (Jimsonweed) is a often misunderstood by those who consume it without researching it. Datura stramonium and other strains are toxic plants. The plants (mainly the seeds) contain the alkaloids atropine and scopolamine. Datura was used by Native Americans to treat asthma and other [...]
Aloe
Both the Greeks and Egyptians knew the medical and cosmetic values of aloe juices. It is believed to be used by Cleopatra to keep her complexion clear and soft. Aloe or aloe vera, is a herbal plant that grows wild in the tropics, mostly in South America and Africa. Now a days it is grown [...]
Agrimony
In the time of ancient Greece this herb was believed to have magical healing powers. Later it was added to mixtures of herbs that were used to heal wounds and even snake bites. This herb is a perennial that grows on waste lands, country lanes and hedgerows. This herb often grows to be about three [...]