Focusing on Natural Herbs for Healing...

This is so you can research Natural Herbs as Alternative Medicines.

Here are a list of herbs that can help with everyday health issues. There is information on each of the Herbs and what they have been used for.

Check with your local Herbalist to find out which Natural Herbs have been helpful in the past on the type of Ailment that is present.

This is from a book Going Natural with Herbs For educational purposes. by Maureen Kernion, Ph.D. These are suggestions only.

Not to replace the advice and care of your qualified Health Care Provider.

When using Natural Herbs it would be a good idea to ask a Certified Herbalist for more information on the herbs of interest to you.

List of some Herbs for Plant based healing.

Alfalfa (leaf & flower)- used for anemia,arthritis, blood purifier,diabetes,mental/physical fatigue, fluid retention,hemorrhages,stomach ulcers & nausea.

Algae (Entire Plant)- Blue-green,chlorella,spirulina and Red marine algae , also (Kelp) Used for cancer,cholesterol,fatigue,indigestion, liver problems & tumors. Help with digestion and can be used for weight loss. Good for balancing the Thyoid. Provides more vitamins, minerals and protein by weight than any other food. Rich source of iron and iodine.

Aloe Vera (leaf)- Used externally for burns,abrasions, rashes, insect bites and other skin irrations. Used internally for digestive inflammation,used as a gentle laxative. (Avoid internal use for babies and during pregnancy.)

Bee Pollen- Often used for energy, stamina and strength. Bee Pollen significantly reduced the side effects of radiation therapy in patients at the University of Vienna. In the Journal of the National Cancer Institute Bee Pollen is reported to prevent the development of cancerous tumors in mice.

Bilberry (Fruit)-used for eyestrain,night blindness, macular degeneration,urinary tract infections and varicose veins. One study shows that subjects taking bilberry incresed blood supply to the eye by 75%.

Black Cohosh (Root)-used for hormone balance,asthama, bronchitis,epilepsy,menstrual problems, menopause, stress, and rheumatism. Contains natural estrogen and considered a safe sedative. Studies show that bloack cohosh acts as an anti-inflammatory and effective in the treatment of high blood pressure.

Capsicum/Cayenne (Fruit)-used internally for circulation, colds,blood pressure balance, cholesterol,diabetes, indigestion,strokes,tumors and ulcers.

Chamomile (flower)-used internally for appetite stimulant, back pain, fevers, candida, gas,indigestion,insomnia, menstrual suppressant and cramp relief. Used externally for abrasions, burns,cuts,and earaches. Often used for babies and children.

Echinacea (root) used as a blood builder for blood disorders and diseases. Boosts immume system, combates bacterial and viral infection (Colds & Flu ) Also helps with lymph glands,prostate problems, respiratory problems and yeast infections. Called the "king of blood purifiers."

Garlic (bulb)- used for ashma,cancer immunity,cholestoral, high blood pressure,indigestion,and lymphatic system.

Ginkgo Biloba (leaf)- used for alertness,allergies, Alzheimer's, attention deficit,blood clots, circulatory disorders. In 39 out of 40 studies of Ginkgo in Europe, shows a significant increase of blood flow to the brain , which improved memory and attention levels.

Papaya (fruit)- used for diarrhea,gas,heartburn, indigestion,insect bites/stings ,the intestinal tract, and stomach ulcers. Contains papainm an enzyme from the green papaya that helps with digestion.

Parsley (leaf and seed) used for bladder infections, breath freshner,fluid retention,gallstones,jaundice and kidney inflammmation. Should not be used during pregnancy as it has shown to bring on labor pains. Contains 3 times more vitamin C that citrus juices.

Always seek a Professional's advice.

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