Herbal teas

Email this page to a friend

Want news about Herbal teas and more e-mailed to you? Click here for free email alerts

The Encyclopedia of Popular Herbs Robert S. McCaleb, Evelyn Leigh, and Krista Morien See book keywords and concepts

Licorice root can be added to herbal teas in small amounts with no adverse effects. When using licorice root 1. Feldman H, GilatT. A trial of deglycyrrhiz-inated liquorice in the treatment of duodenal ulcer. Gut 1971; 12: 449-451. 2. Bardhan KD, Cumberland DC, Dixon RA, et al. Clinical trial of deglycyrrhizinised liquorice in gastric ulcer. Gut 1978; 19: 779-782. 3. Rees WDW, Rhodes J, Wright JE, et al. Effect of deglycyrrhizinated liquorice on gastric mucosal damage by aspirin. Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology 1979; 14: 605-607. 4.

Herbal Medicine, Healing and Cancer: A Comprehensive Program for Prevention and Treatment Donald R. Yance, j r.,C.N., M.H., A.H.G., with Arlene Valentine See book keywords and concepts

Real, 100 percent ginger ale, such as Premium Blend Ginger Brew, works well for nausea as do certain herbal teas, such as peppermint, alfalfa, slippery elm, fennel, chamomile, and ginger. At the same time, they also aid digestion. PAIN All of the following herbal and nutritional remedies offer pain relief and are far better for the body than morphine. Frequently prescribed for cancer pain, morphine actually causes constipation, depletes the vital force, and reduces body temperature and circulation. It is best for the patient if pain can be relieved without the use of morphine.

Alternative Medicine the Definitive Guide, Second Edition Larry Trivieri, Jr. See book keywords and concepts

At his suggestion, she made dramatic changes in her diet, eating plenty offish, chicken, salads, fruit, and drinking herbal teas. Like all of Dr. Kingsley s patients, she had her mercury amalgam fillings replaced and began chelation therapy to clear her system of heavy metals. She also received regular injections of vitamin B12 in variable doses."After about seven months, she became symptom free for the first time, but then suffered periodic relapses, each of which cleared with a suitable treatment of vitamin B12.

Drink warm herbal teas such as echinacea and goldenseal. Get under the covers and sweat. The homeopathic remedy Belladonna also potentiates fever.The fever then cooks the poison out of the body. As a result, you will get over an infection more quickly because fever builds the immune system naturally." Recommendations • For prevention of colds and flu, get adequate rest and minimize stress. Also, frequently wash your hands to avoid spreading infection and limit social contacts to reduce exposure.

The child should be given a lot of support and comfort along with plenty of fluids. herbal teas such as peppermint, elder flower, and yarrow will help the body cope with the fever, but will not suppress it. If one wants to reduce the fever, he offers meadowsweet, but he suggests that parents first seek advice from a skilled herbal practitioner. • Aromatherapy—To cool the system, use peppermint, bergamot, or eucalyptus. To induce sweating, use basil, tea tree, lavender, rosemary, cypress, chamomile, or peppermint. • Hydrotherapy—To lower a high fever, use a wet sheet pack or immersion bath.

Finally, Zoe radically simplified her diet, eliminating sugar, grains, caffeine, dairy products, processed foods, breads, and flours, and replacing them with at least 24 ounces each of cooked root vegetables and other steamed vegetables, plus 3-8 pieces of fruit, 6-8 ounces of protein, and herbal teas. Within ten months, Zoe no longer had any craving for alcohol or other drugs. In addition, she lost 71 pounds, was no longer depressed, and no longer suffered from food cravings.

WATER FASTING True fasting is done by consuming only filtered water and/or herbal teas, with zero caloric intake. Fasting on water causes rapid release of toxins in the body, where they have been buried in the fat for long periods of time. Dr. Chaitow recommends a water-only fast (24-36 hours) starting Friday evening and ending Sunday morning (or as an alternative,just all day Saturday). Make sure that not less than four and not more than eight pints of water are consumed during the fast.

Daily fluid intake should be 8-10 glasses (eight ounces each) of good clean water, such as home-purified water or bottled spring water, and/or herbal teas. Two to three glasses should be drunk first thing in the morning and then again 30-60 minutes before each meal. Clear soup broth is also acceptable. A general multivitamin should be taken daily. Several pounds a week can be lost fairly easily with this diet even with only moderate activity, but the diet should be followed no longer than one or two months at the most, says Dr. Haas.

The Woman's Encyclopedia of Natural Healing Dr. Gary Null See book keywords and concepts

On a juice fast, a person abstains from solid foods and drinks juice, water, and herbal teas throughout the day. "We should be drinking every half hour to an hour," advises Lombardi. "If we go for long periods of time without drinking anything, then a little glass of juice will not be able to sustain us. But if we are constantly drinking, the day will go by very smoothly." Lombardi recommends a combination of the following: Carrot juice. High in the antioxidant beta carotene, and full of wonderful enzymes. Celery juice.

The Green Pharmacy: New Discoveries in Herbal Remedies for Common Diseases and Conditions from the World's Foremost Authority on Healing Herbs James A. Duke, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

In general, I wouldn't recommend much more than four cups of most herbal teas per day. Tinctures and Vinegars Classically, a tincture is made by steeping herb material in drinkable alcohol, such as ethyl alcohol (ethanol). My personal favorite when I'm creating my own tinctures is cheap vodka. It works just fine. The alcohol extracts a great deal of the medicinal essence of the herb. Tinctures have longer shelf lives than dried herbs or capsules. You can buy ready-made tinctures at most places that sell herbs. You can also make your own quite easily.

Viral Immunity J. E. Williams, O.M.D. See book keywords and concepts

You can sweeten herbal teas with honey to keep the blood sugar level normal and prevent fatigue. Supplements or vegetable broths can provide minerals and electrolytes such as sodium and potassium that are depleted by diarrhea. Chamomile tea (Matricaria recutita) is very useful in reducing cramping and gastrointestinal upset. Berberine,1 a yellow alkaloid and the active ingredient in goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis), barberry (Berberis vulgaris), and Oregon grape root (Berberis aquifolium) have antimicrobial properties and can help reduce the viral activity in the intestines.

Textbook of Natural Medicine 2nd Edition Volume 2 Michael T. Murray, ND See book keywords and concepts

Fried foods, fatty snack foods Salt and salty foods Coffee and soft drinks Substitute with: Fish and white meat of poultry Soy-based alternatives Egg beaters and similar products, tofu Low fat or non-fat dairy products Vegetable oils Fruits Whole grains, whole wheat bread Vegetables, fresh salads Low-sodium, light salt herbal teas, fresh fruit and vegetable juices the exception of nuts and seeds, most plant foods are very low in fat.

Reclaiming Our Health: Exploding the Medical Myth and Embracing the True Source of Healing John Robbins See book keywords and concepts

Many of them also used vitamin and mineral supplements, and drank herbal teas.15 In 1995, the American Cancer Society commented simultaneously on vitamin C, the Hoxsey herbal therapy, the Gerson diet, the macrobiotic diet, and several similar dietary methods. "None of these approaches is supported by adequate clinical data," the organization began, neglecting to mention that a major reason for this is its own refusal to conduct or support any sort of testing that would provide adequate clinical data. "Some involve a diet that is nutritionally inadequate," the report continued.

Textbook of Natural Medicine 2nd Edition Volume 2 Michael T. Murray, ND See book keywords and concepts

Dietary intake during the fast consisted of herbal teas, garlic, vegetable broth, decoction of potatoes and parsley, and the following juices: carrots, beets, and celery. No fruit juices were allowed. Patients with rheumatoid arthritis have historically benefited from fasting; however, strict water fasting should only be done under direct medical supervision. Fasting decreases the absorption of allergic food components as well as reducing the levels of inflammatory mediators.

The Green Pharmacy: New Discoveries in Herbal Remedies for Common Diseases and Conditions from the World's Foremost Authority on Healing Herbs James A. Duke, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

I'd try adding a teaspoon or so of dried horsetail to herbal teas, but you should check with a holistic practitioner before using this herb. V Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius). In Chinese herbal medicine, saf-flower is considered a vasodilator, a substance that causes blood vessels to open up. Apparently, it also helps open the blood vessels in the scalp, and Chinese physicians believe that safflower helps nutrients get to the hair follicles. You can massage your scalp with safflower oil or grind up a few tablespoons of whole seeds and add the powder to an herbal shampoo.

I'd also add some dried bark to my daily herbal teas. If you're allergic to aspirin, however, you probably shouldn't take aspirin-like herbs, either. V Arnica (Arnica montana). The flowers of this plant, also known as mountain daisy, are useful for treating muscle and joint complaints, according to Commission E, the body of experts that makes herbal recommendations to the German government. It doesn't take much extrapolation to speculate that this herb might also help deal with bunions. For a tea, use one to two teaspoons of dried herb per cup of boiling water and steep for ten minutes.

Herbal Medicine, Healing and Cancer: A Comprehensive Program for Prevention and Treatment Donald R. Yance, j r.,C.N., M.H., A.H.G., with Arlene Valentine See book keywords and concepts

It should be sipped for refreshment, not gulped with food. herbal teas are best for after-dinner drinks. They can be blended according to taste. A combination of red clover, ginger, nettles, and cracked fennel seed topped with a sprinkling of orange peel is delicious and healing. Desserts A selection of seasonal fruits is best. Depending on appetite and food preferences, a piece of freshly baked (sugar-free, of course) cake or pie is a wonderful special-occasion treat. See pages 377 to 380. -Vegetables- All vegetables should be organic.

The Green Pharmacy: New Discoveries in Herbal Remedies for Common Diseases and Conditions from the World's Foremost Authority on Healing Herbs James A. Duke, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

I usually add tinctures to beverage herbal teas or to juices. One advantage of buying a tincture is that appropriate dosages are generally indicated on the label. While alcohol is a great preservative, we want to pickle the herb, not the consumer. One nonalcoholic option that's often available these days is glyc-erides, tinctures that have been prepared using glycerin rather than alcohol. These are nice options for infants or for recovering alcoholics who wish to avoid alcohol in any form. Herbal vinegars are another good option, and you can even make your own.

Rapid Healing Foods Ben Davis See book keywords and concepts

Father Kneipp recommended a number of herbal teas in cases of heart trouble. "Bark of oak," he said, "is a strengthening remedy, and if one uses it with wormwood it will be found excellent for the body generally and the stomach in particular. I must, however, specifically warn against taking too much ... only 1 or 2 spoonfuls should be taken morning, noon and night and not a cupful as some desire to drink... Almost equal to bark of oak in bracing the system are tormentilla and angelica root. There is scarcely a plant or root to be found so good for the blood as tormentilla root.

The Green Pharmacy: New Discoveries in Herbal Remedies for Common Diseases and Conditions from the World's Foremost Authority on Healing Herbs James A. Duke, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

If you'd like to try licorice to beat depression, simply add some to any of the other herbal teas suggested in this chapter. (While licorice and its extracts are safe for normal use in moderate amounts— up to about three cups of tea a day—long-term use or ingestion of larger amounts can produce headache, lethargy, sodium and water retention, excessive loss of potassium and high blood pressure.) VVV St.-John's-wort (Hypericum perforatum). This herb got its name because the plant flowers on St. John's day, June 24. (Wort is Old English for "plant."

The Doctor's Vitamin and Mineral Encyclopedia Sheldon Saul Hendler See book keywords and concepts

Herbal teas made from the bark of pau d'arco, also known as lapacho, ipe roxo and taheebo, has long been used in South American folk medicine to treat cancer, infections and malaria. Unfortunately, the headline was not based on anything new or scientifically convincing. The Brazilian press has talked about pau d'ar-co's alleged cancer-fighting abilities for fifty years.

Earl Mindell's Secret Remedies Earl Mindell, R.Ph., Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

Drink fresh juices and herbal teas. Avoid colas, white sugar, refined flour, and fried foods, which all increase body stress. In addition to vitamin C and bioflavonoids, other anti-inflammatory agents include the B vitamins, especially Bl, B2, B3, B5, B6, and B12. Earl's Rx If you suffer from muscle strain, try the following. Vitamin E: One 400 IU capsule, twice daily, dry form preferred. B-complex: One 50 mg. capsule or tablet with each meal, up to three times daily. White willow bark: One or two capsules, every three to four hours, as needed for pain. Crapeseed extract: One 100 mg.

Herbal Defense Robyn Landis See book keywords and concepts

When you walked in, there was a revolving rack of herbal teas, and the pharmacist would tell you what the teas were for and how to use them. The German pharmacists thought it silly that we live in a country where you have to go into one kind of store to get an herbal product, and another kind of store to get a pharmaceutical product; and that herbal products couldn't say on the label what they were for or how to use them.4 The sophistication of herbal medicine has been heightened by advances in global communication and transportation.

She used acupuncture and Chinese herbal teas, but still felt that something else was going on. For example, she had terrible facial acne, "almost like boils," she remembers. Finally, she stopped seeing the Chinese doctor and conceded to having the lump surgically removed. It was found to be a fibroid, and nothing else was recommended. A year later, the lump came back. "I really wasn't surprised. All we did was cut off the branch. I wasn't doing anything about why it grew there." In addition, Ellen became increasingly fatigued. "I have two daughters, and I didn't work—I couldn't have.

Herbal Medicine, Healing and Cancer: A Comprehensive Program for Prevention and Treatment Donald R. Yance, j r.,C.N., M.H., A.H.G., with Arlene Valentine See book keywords and concepts

First of all, be sure to drink plenty of fluids (hot fluids or herbal teas are best) and eat high-fiber foods such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Avoid cheese and refined carbohydrates, such as white rice, flour, and sugar. Also include soaked dried fruit, ground flaxseeds, and flaxseed oil in your diet. Do not take laxatives. Helpful nutritional supplements include: • Magnesium, nature's natural laxative, or trace-mineral tablets rich in magnesium. Dose: Magnesium—200 to 1,000 mg daily in divided doses. Trace mineral tablets—2 to 6 tablets daily in divided doses.

The Green Pharmacy: New Discoveries in Herbal Remedies for Common Diseases and Conditions from the World's Foremost Authority on Healing Herbs James A. Duke, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

I often use licorice roots, which are also antiviral, to sweeten my herbal teas when I have colds, and I drank licorice tea when I was flirting with Lyme disease. I'd probably add licorice to any herbal preparation I took for TB if I were battling this disease. VV Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus). This is another herb used in Asia to treat TB. Unless you live in tropical America or in the San Francisco Bay area, you may have trouble finding fresh eucalyptus leaves, but the essential oil is readily available at shops that sell aromatherapy supplies. Try a drop or two added to water or tea.

The Natural Guide to Medicinal Plants and Herbs Frantisek Stary See book keywords and concepts

The drug is a tried-and-tested remedy for coughs occurring in chronic bronchitis and is therefore also a component of numerous herbal teas used in the treatment of chest colds and diseases associated with chilling and accompanied by coughs. It is used in the form of an infusion prepared from one tablespoon of the compressed drug to one cup of water to be taken two to five times daily. The infusion may be sweetened with honey. The drug also has mild antispasmodic and diuretic properties, which are of particular use in pediatrics. Only occasionally is the drug used externally.

Optimum Health - A Cardiologist's Prescription for Optimum Health Stephen T., M.D. Sinatra See book keywords and concepts

Fresh-squeezed juice, mineral water, herbal teas. Angel food cake, puddings made with skim milk, cooked apples, fresh fruit, unsweetened frozen or canned fruit (drained), rice pudding, chestnuts, almonds, walnuts, macadamia nuts. CHAPTER Sixteen The Agony and Ecstasy of Change This chapter deals with the many repercussions, both positive and negative, of weight loss, and will support you in handling the multitude of new challenges you will now face, including keeping the weight off.

The Alternative Medicine Handbook: The Complete Reference Guide to Alternative and Complementary Therapies Barrie R Cassileth, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

Many enjoy the idea that their herbal teas or meditation practices were in use thousands of years ago. Where to Get It There is no program of licensure for Ayurvedic practitioners in the United States. Those who practice Ayurvedic medicine may be physicians, chiropractors, nutritionists, or other healers. The best and most responsible Ayurvedic practitioners encourage clients with serious illnesses to see conventional physicians also. ? The Ayurvedic Institute in Albuquerque, New Mexico (505 291-9698), provides training in various aspects of Ayurveda. ?

The Enzyme Cure: How Plant Enzymes Can Help You Relieve 36 Health Problems Lita Lee, Lisa Turner and Burton Goldberg See book keywords and concepts

Try organic black or herbal teas. AVOID THESE FOODS USE THESE FOODS INSTEAD All commercial red meat and poultry Lamb or organic beef, organic free-range poultry. Fish is fine if it is not from polluted waters; halibut is one of the best. Commercial eggs or egg substitutes Organic eggs (no chemicals, drugs, or hormones) from free-range chickens or ducks Canned, precooked, microwaved, processed, fast foods and junk foods Buy fresh organic foods first, fresh nonorganic second, frozen third, and canned if that is the only food available. variety of organic, whole, unprocessed foods.

page 9 of 13 | Next ->

FAIR USE NOTICE: The research quoted here is provided under the protection of Fair Use provisions and published by the 501(c)3 non-profit Consumer Wellness Center for the purposes of public comment and education. Authors / publishers may submit books for consideration of inclusion here.

TERMS OF USE: Read full terms of use. Citations of text from NaturalPedia must include: 1) Full credit to the original author and book title. 2) Secondary credit to the Natural News Naturalpedia as a research resource and a link to www.NaturalNews.com/np/index.html

This unique compilation of research is copyright (c) 2008 by the non-profit Consumer Wellness Center.

ABOUT THE CREATOR OF NATURALPEDIA: Mike Adams, the creator of this NaturalNews Naturalpedia, is the editor of NaturalNews.com, the internet's top natural health news site, creator of the Honest Food Guide (www.HonestFoodGuide.org), a free downloadable consumer food guide based on natural health principles, author of Grocery Warning, The 7 Laws of Nutrition, Natural Health Solutions, and many other books available at www.TruthPublishing.com, creator of the earth-friendly EcoLEDs company (www.EcoLEDs.com) that manufactures energy-efficient LED lighting products, founder of Arial Software (www.ArialSoftware.com), a permission e-mail technology company, creator of the CounterThink Cartoon series (www.NaturalNews.com/index-cartoons.html) and author of over 1,500 articles, interviews, special reports and reference guides available at www.NaturalNews.com. Adams' personal philosophy and health statistics are available at www.HealthRanger.org.