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The Green Pharmacy Anti-Aging Prescriptions: Herbs, Foods, and Natural Formulas to Keep You Young James A. Duke, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

They contain compounds called polysaccharides that are similar to those found in other immune-boosting plants, such as astragalus and echinacea. These compounds increase the ability of white blood cells to devour germs. Shiitake mushrooms also contain lentinan, a substance with known antitumor activity. Lentinan has been reported to increase the survival rate and length of life among women with various types of cancer. Japanese doctors often advise cancer patients to use lentinan in Dr.

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Sun Yan, who came from China to a research program at the University of Texas Medical School, Houston, works with astragalus and ligustrum, another traditional Chinese remedy, which are routinely used in China to protect the immune systems of cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatment. This root is a staple of traditional Chinese medicine and can be found easily at herbal markets. It is best prepared in a decoction, simmering the root for 10 to 15 minutes, then straining while still hot.

Of course, studies need to be conducted on AIDS sufferers, but astragalus's aid to the immune system is evident. garlic Garlic has a number of antitumor and antiviral mechanisms. It stimulates the immune system's productions of phagocytosis, which eliminates abnormal cells from the body. It is toxic to some abnormal cells and inhibits the implantation of others. It has even proven effective against some bacteria that do not respond to antibiotics.

The New Encyclopedia of Vitamins, Minerals, Supplements and Herbs Nicola Reavley See book keywords and concepts

Astragalus membranaceus), goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis), licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra), ginseng (Panax ginseng and Eleutherococcus senticosus), garlic (Allium sativum) and cat's claw (PaudArco). Mushrooms such as shiitake, reishi and maitake also help to enhance immune system function. See page 384 for more information on these herbs and the precautions that may be necessary. Poor digestion plays a role in many common diseases, either by directly contributing to symptoms or by exacerbating those due to other causes.

The Natural Medicine Guide to the 50 Most Common Medicinal Herbs Heather Boon, BScPhm, PhD and Michael Smith, BPharm, MRPharmS, ND See book keywords and concepts

Astragulus has been shown to: significantly increase the spontaneous incorporation of [3H]thymidine in mononuclear cells;6 increase the proliferation of lymphocytes;6'12 potentiate IL-2 production and activity;1315 activate T cell histogenesis;16 increase T cell cytotoxicity;516 enhance the secretion of tumor necrosis factor (TNF);9 potentiate the phagocytic function of the reticuloendothelial system (RES);17 increase natural killer (NK) cells' cytoxi-city;1618 and increase the activity of peritoneal macrophages.

The A.D.D. Nutrition Solution: A Drug-Free Thirty-Day Plan Marcia Zimmerman, C.N. See book keywords and concepts

If your child is prone to infections during a particular season, build up his resistance with herbs like Echinacea, astragalus, and Ligustrum and increase his vitamin C intake. There are many good herbal combinations available for children and adults in natural food stores. The total intake of chemicals from food, air, and water, our total environment, is what is harming us. Many environmentally related topics will be discussed in coming chapters. In the next section, we need to take a serious look at lead and its impact on the brain. Do Heavy Metals Weigh Down the Brain?

The Green Pharmacy Anti-Aging Prescriptions: Herbs, Foods, and Natural Formulas to Keep You Young James A. Duke, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

V2 ounce each of any or all of the following herbs: ashwagandha, astragalus, forsythia, garlic, ginger, honeysuckle, licorice, reishi, Siberian ginseng, and turmeric 1 quart water what to do In a large saucepan, add the echinacea and your choice of the rest of the herbs to the freshly boiled water. Steep for 10 to 20 minutes. Strain. Drink up to three cups a day, refrigerating what is left for later use. conjunction with chemotherapy. In Asia, all three species of mushroom are traditional ingredients in soups and teas.

If I wanted to try astragalus, I'd buy a commercial preparation and use it according to the package directions. ginseng—asian (panax ginseng), american (p. quinquefolius), Siberian (Eleutherococcus senticosus). Personally, I'm not as much of a fan of ginseng as many other herbalists. I grow the herb in a wooded area, along a creek that runs through Yin Yang Valley (and I have a hard time keeping the deer away from the plants). But I'm not convinced that ginseng is as powerful an adaptogen/tonic as its advocates claim.

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In a variety of human studies, astragalus has been shown to stimulate various parameters of the immune system, has anti-tumor activity, and inhibits the spreading (metastasis) of cancer.27 Panax ginseng (8% ) 167 mg Adaptogen, immune stimulant, anti-tumor activity, inhibits metastasis. Ginseng is one of the oldest, most widely used and scientifically studied of all the world's herbs. The original proponents of ginseng were Chinese physicians several thousand years ago, using it to treat nearly every conceivable ailment.

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But Asians consider it just about as tonic as astragalus and ginseng. It helps strengthen the heart and appears to combat bacterial infections, which probably accounts for its effectiveness in treating TRF. The recommended dose of schisandra is 3 milliliters (about Vi teaspoon) of tincture a day. While the herb is considered safe, it could trigger allergic reactions in some people. There have also been scattered reports of mild stomach upset. Is Your Thyroid Making You Tired?

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Good herbs to include are sage, rosemary, cayenne, echinacea, goldenseal, red clover, astragalus, and burdock root. Beneficial bacteria, such as those found in non-dairy yogurt, or supplements of lactobacillus and acidophilus, support the digestive processes necessary for the maintenance of the immune system. Other nutrients that directly enhance the immune system include garlic, quercetin, zinc gluconate, buffered vitamin C, and beta carotene or vitamin A. In addition, 500 mg of the amino acid L-lysine, taken two to four times a day, can produce excellent results.

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In Asia, it ranks up there with ginseng and astragalus as a tonic. There's good research to show that schisandra, like milk thistle, protects the liver from damage caused by drugs and other toxic compounds. The research also suggests that the herb inhibits cell mutations, which means that it might protect against cancer. What's more, it helps strengthen the heart, relieves fatigue, and treats bacterial infections. Since schisandra is a food, I would not hesitate to take the recommended dose—1.5 to 6 grams of dried berries a day, or 3 milliliters (about Vi teaspoon) of tincture a day.

Bartram's Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine: The Definitive Guide Thomas Bartram See book keywords and concepts

No 64, p487-8) HUANG QI. astragalus membranaceus. Chinese anti-viral, anti-bacterial. Immune system enhancer. 2,000-year old herb drunk as tea in China. Action. Anti-infective against Coxsackie virus. Immune stimulant. Antiviral. Uses. Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME). Upper respiratory infection. For increased white blood cell count, improved sleep habits and to stimulate appetite in patients receiving chemotherapy and radiation. (American Health 1989 8th Oct. -100) To increase production of interferon. Gastric ulcer therapy. Influenza. The common cold. To combat Coxsackie B myocarditis.

TRAGACANTH, GUM. astragalus gummifer., Labill. Part used: gum exudation. Constituents: tragacanthin, polysaccharides. Action. Demulcent, mucilage, emollient, vehicle for heavy powders. Laxative. Inhibits growth of cancer cells. (J.F. Morton, 1977, Major Medicinal Plants: Botany Culture and Uses: Thomas, Springfield. Illinois, USA) Uses. Irritations of the internal mucosa. Foreign bodies in the alimentary canal, colitis, dry coughs, bronchitis. Preparations. Powder: average dose, 1-2 grams, thrice daily. Used in the manufacture of tablets, lozenges and suppositories as a base.

White Willow, Hops, astragalus root, Valerian, Shiitake Mushroom, Avena (oats), Siberian Ginseng, Pollen. Tea: equal parts, Vervain, Valerian. 1 heaped teaspoon to each cup boiling water; infuse 15 minutes; 1 cup 2-3 times daily. Tablets/capsules. Ginseng (Siberian), Valerian. Practitioner. Tincture Arnica: 2-3 drops as prescribed. Diet. Low salt, Oats (porridge etc), oily fish or fish oils. Supplements. Kelp, Vitamin B-complex, B6, Magnesium, Zinc. Aromatherapy. Oil Rosemary massage: 6 drops in 2 teaspoons Almond oil. Supportives. Osteopathy where indicated.

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People in Keshan, China, where the disease was discovered, treat it with a common herb called astragalus, which accumulates selenium from the soil. As in the Keshan area of China, the soil in many parts of the United States is very low in this important mineral. Here, the western states generally have higher selenium levels than the eastern; South Dakota has the highest and Ohio the lowest. Ohio has more than twice South Dakota's rate of a number of common cancers. Most states with high levels of soil selenium show a decreased rate of cancer deaths.

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Goldenseal. astragalus. Popular liver tonic in Chinese medicine. A liver protective in chemotherapy. Diet. Fat-free. Dandelion coffee. Artichokes. Lecithin. Supplements. B-vitamins, B12, Zinc. Treatment by or in liaison with a general medical practitioner. LIVER - HEPATITIS A. The most common cause of inflammation of the liver from a virus known as Hepatitis A. May be caught by eating shellfish contaminated by sewage or polluted water. Distinct from alcohol and drugs. The virus is ingested in the mouth, grown in the intestines and passes out of the body on defecation. Treatment.

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There are parallels of these "homeostatic regulators" in the botanical medicine field called adaptogens, like ginseng or astragalus, which will raise your blood pressure if it is too low or lower it if it is too high.

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Though it's not well-known in the West, schisandra (Chinese magnolia vine) is considered by Asians to have benefits similar to astragalus and ginseng. The research to date shows that the herb helps strengthen the heart and treat bacterial infections, a combination of benefits that probably accounts for its value in combating fatigue. The recommended dose is 3 milliliters (about l/i teaspoon) of tincture a day. lomatium (LOMATIUM, various species). Ayurvedic physicians recommend lomatium for CFS.

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Nitro compounds in astragalus species. Phytochemistry 14:2306-8. Atherosperma moschatum Labill. (Monimiaceae)—southern sassafras, black sassafras This tree, which can grow as tall as 45 meters, is found in the cool and temperate rain forests of Tasmania (Collier 1992, 24; Kirkpatrick and Backhouse 1989, 59). It is usually refered to as sassafras326 or, less frequently, as southern sassafras and should not be confused with the true Sassafras albidum of America.

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Herbal sources of selenium: organic garlic, astragalus. • Zinc is another important immune system nutrient. Without it, white blood cells have less energy, T-cells dwindle, and thymus activity falls. But, like any good thing, it can be overdone. Supplemental zinc in excess of actual need will suppress the immune system. Herbal sources of zinc: echinacea, nettles, seaweed. Building rowertul Immunity yi • The B-vitamin complex, especially Bg (pyridoxine), is critical to immune system health. Lack of B6 causes a diminishment of thymus function. The usual supplemental dose is 100 mg daily.

When dancing with breast cancer, wise women are particularly fond of anti-cancer herbs such as astragalus, burdock, honeysuckle, nettle, red clover, Siberian ginseng, and violet. These serious, effective, anti-cancer herbs are safe enough for the entire family to eat for dinner, yet powerful enough to counter in situ cancers. And they are important complementary medicines for women using Steps 5 and 6. See Materia Medica for more information, including dosages.

Some of the many nourishing herbs that might be included are astragalus, dandelion, ginseng, ginger, licorice, orange peel, self-heal, seaweed (especially fucus), and violet. • Protein intake has been shown in laboratory studies to have a direct effect on cancer. When calories from protein fall in the range of 20-25 percent of the diet (the average in Western industrialized countries is 25-30 percent), the initiation, promotion, and growth of cancer is enhanced. When protein is under 20 percent or over 50 percent of total calories, tumor growth is inhibited.

Manifesto for a New Medicine: Your Guide to Healing Partnerships and the Wise Use of Alternative Therapies James S. Gordon, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

I focus on astragalus, ginseng, and aloe vera. Are antioxidants useful for those who are HIV positive? There is evidence that they are. Where can they find the best nutritionist or t'ai chi teacher? Soon people get even more personal. Concerns about children fill the room: what do you do about asthma and hyperactivity and kids who wake up in the night crying because their father is dead and their mother is not feeling so good? The atmosphere feels different now. It reminds me of the first meeting, several months before, of another support group.

I prescribe a combination of Chinese herbs to "warm" and dry his inflamed and frozen joints, relieve his pain, and enhance his immune functioning: clematis, siler, and cinnamon twig to "dispel the damp"; tang quei (Chinese angelica) to "tonify" his blood and astragalus, atractylodes, and licorice to "nurture the root" and raise his level of energy. I give him the name of a massage therapist and explain that her hands will encourage his blood flow and help mobilize his muscles. I recommend daily meditation to bring his mind and his nervous system into balance.

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Gladstar says to mix the ingredients in these proportions: one part yeUow dock root, three parts dandelion root, two parts burdock root, one part ginger powder, one part dong quai, one part astragalus, one part licorice root, one part chaste berry and four parts pau d'arco. To make the tea, says Gladstar, use four to six tablespoons of this combination per quart of water. Simmer over low heat in a tightly covered pot for 20 minutes, then turn off the heat and let the herbs sit in the covered pot for another 20 minutes.

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Root has a_ sweet taste Dried root Fresh root & Key Preparations & Their Uses Remedy Simmer 4 tsp codonopsis, 4 tsp astragalus, and 2 tsp lycium berries with 750 ml water for 40 minutes. Drink regularly as a tonic. Decoction (to make, p. 290). For fatigue, drink 14 cup twice a day. Tincture (to make, p. 291) is used in the West but not in Chinese herbal medicine. As a tonic, take 'A tsp with water 3 times a day. a tonic to "build strong blood.

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Another herb is astragalus. In her view, when used together, the first lifts our energy up and the second sends our defenses to the surface. After using these herbs, we should act to kill germs and viral infection with such herbs as honeysuckle flower, andrographis, and dandelion. When we have built strength and killed germs, we must build blood using Chinese blood tonics, such as Han Yin Sow, called eclipta alba in Latin and growing wild in the American Southwest. It builds blood without any side effects, such as inflammation. You can take this every day in powdered form.

The Encyclopedia of Psychoactive Plants: Ethnopharmacology and Its Applications Christian Ratsch See book keywords and concepts

It may have inebriating effects (cf. astragalus spp.). Literature Dakaris, Sotiris. 1989. Das Totenorakel am Acheron. In Tempel und Statten der Cotter Griechenlands, ed. Evi Melas, 157-64. Cologne: DuMont. Murakoshi, Isamu, Kazuo Toriizuka, joju Haginiwa, Shigeru Ohmiya, and Hirotaka Otomasu. 1979. (-)-(rra«s-4'-B-D-glycopyranosyloxy-3'-methoxycinnamyl)-lupinine, a new lupin alkaloid in Lupinus seedlings. Phytochemistry 18:699-700. Lycopodium clavatum L. (Lycopodiaceae)—club moss Lycopodium clavatum L. and other club mosses indigenous to Europe (Lycopodium spp.; cf.

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Astragalus, echinacea, garlic, ginseng, goldenseal, marigold, pau d'arco, suma, turmeric (especially for allergies), and wild indigo root. liver tonics: Dandelion and milk thistle. nervous system/brain tonics: Avena, chamomile, ginseng, and rosemary. pain reduction: Cayenne and feverfew. respiratory tract: Cayenne, garlic, and milk thistle. A Glossary of Herbs_ ALFALFA (Medicago sativd), used as a tea or eaten whole as sprouts in a salad, is rich in a variety of vitamins and minerals, as its roots can reach as far as 30 feet into the ground to gather up essential minerals.

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