(Herbal Remedy) - Depression
Everyone suffers from some depression from time to time. Depression is a hopeless, sad feeling that doesn’t quickly go away. Depression may range from subtle to serious, and the more serious the depression, the more you need to seek medical help. If your depression is not severe, there are some herbal remedies that may help you.
Do not take herbal cures while taking prescription medication and do not stop taking your medication unless directed to do so by your doctor.
St.-John’s-Wort - This herbal remedy is known for its use to treat depression. Studies have shown that the use of St.-John’s-Wort is often as effective as prescription medications and has fewer side effects. You must take this for up to two weeks to start to see the benefits. Take it in capsule form and follow the directions for use, or you can also take it as a tea. It can cause mild stomach upsets or rashes in some people.
Kava-Kava - This herb helps alleviate anxiety that often accompanies depression. It can be taken without the usual side-effects of prescription medication that makes people feel sedated. Taken in capsule form, take up to six 500-milligram capsules per day.
Oats - This plant helps with depression and stress and helps with your overall nervous system. It is the same plant used to make the oatmeal breakfast cereal. Available as a tea, drink up to 3 cups of tea per day.
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Herbal Remedy - Dandruff
Dandruff is an inflammation of the skin on the head, causing flaking and itching skin on the scalp. Often noticeable, it can be treated with herbal remedies to help keep the flaking to a minimum. Doctors are not sure what causes dandruff but it can flair up during stressful times as well as in the winter when the air is dry.
Evening Primrose - Evening primrose contains an oil that helps rashes as well as dandruff. You can rub the oil into the scalp to help keep the dry skin lubricated. You may also take it in capsule form, typically taking up to
10 capsules per day.
Flaxseed - This has high levels of omega-3 fatty acids which has been known to help with rashes and dandruff. Usually taken internally, take 1 teaspoon per day. You can also rub flaxseed oil directly onto the scalp.
Tea Tree - Known for its anti-fungal properties, tea tree oil is used externally. Add it to evening primrose oil or flaxseed oil and rub the mixture into the scalp before bed. Leave it on overnight, then rinse out in the morning and wash your hair as usual.
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Cuts and scrapes
Most cuts and scrapes are minor and do not require a doctor visit. For these minor abrasions, herbs can be used externally in compresses, gels, or salves.
The anti-bacterial properties of the herbs will help the cuts heal faster and help keep them from becoming infected.
Calendula - Calendula has long been known to have healing properties.
It is often the main ingredient in herbal salves. It promotes the growth of new skin and also helps inhibit bleeding. Used as a cream or salve it is readily available at natural or herbal stores.
Aloe - The soothing properties of aloe make it help with the healing process. It can be used on cuts and scrapes to help promote healing and to aid in pain relief. Aloe can be found in many over the counter brands at your local drug store. Be sure to get gel that has a high percentage of aloe as it works best in its pure state.
Comfrey - Comfrey is a healing herb that is also found in many prepared creams or salves. You can also make a compress by wetting dried comfrey and placing it in a clean cloth. Apply the compress by holding it onto the affected area.
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Herbal Remedy - Constipation
Constipation can happen to you when you have inadequate fluid or fiber intake.
Laxatives are available over the counter. You can take an herbal laxative or use herbs to help your problem.
Psyllium seed - These seeds help provide proper fiber in order to keep your system working properly. Available as a powder, it can be added to liquids. Dissolve a tablespoon in an 8-ounce glass of water or juice and drink immediately. Follow with another glass of water. This should be taken daily.
Flaxseed - This is a bulking agent that provides a source of omega-3 essential fatty acids, something lacking in most diets. Mix one teaspoon of ground flaxseed in a glass of water or juice. You can take this up to three times per day.
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Cold or the flu
Colds and flu are often viral infections for which there is no cure. There are no drugs that can be taken as a preventative measure against the common cold.
While there are many over the counter drugs available to treat the symptoms of colds and flu, you are often just as well off taking herbal remedies, which have fewer side effects.
Echinacea - Studies have shown that this herb can shorten the duration and lessen the severity of a cold. It does this by helping to stimulate the body’s own production of anti-viral substances and helps enhance the body’s immune cells, helping it better fight off cold germs. Often available in capsule form, take 900 milligrams of Echinacea per day.
Astragalus - This Chinese herb has immune-boosting properties, and also has anti-viral properties. Take Astragalus throughout the cold and flu season to help bolster your immune system to avoid getting colds.
Commonly found in capsule form, take up to 3600 milligrams per day.
Elderberry - Elderberry has been found to have compounds that help fight the flu. Taken as soon as symptoms start, and continue taking it daily.
Commercially available as syrups and lozenges, these can be taken as directed on the package. It is also available as tea, tincture and in capsule form.
Garlic - Garlic helps boost the immune system and fights bacteria and yeast. You can eat garlic in foods, but during cold season it is helpful to take a garlic supplement. It is readily available in capsule form. Take up to 5,000 micrograms per day.
Vitamins - Vitamin C and Zinc are known to help lessen the duration of colds as well as help keep the symptoms down. Take supplements in capsule form or in lozenge form during cold season and especially with the onset of any symptoms.
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Chronic fatigue syndrome
CFS is a debilitating exhaustion that affects thousands of people every year. The illness begins with flu-like symptoms but does not go away. It can progress to cause headaches, depression and anxiety. If you have severe feelings of fatigue its worth getting checked out by a doctor. Some herbal remedies can be very effective in treating many of the symptoms of CFS.
Astragalus - Often used in Chinese medicine, astragalus is used as an overall tonic to help boost the immune system. It has anti-viral properties, and is safe for long-term use. Available in capsule form, take up to 5 500- milligram capsules per day. It is also available as a tincture.
Echinacea - This popular herb helps improve the immune system. It can be taken as a tea, a tincture or in capsule form. Take for two weeks followed by a one-week break. If you are allergic to daisies beware that this is part of the daisy family.
Reishi - A traditional Chinese remedy, reishi has long been used to help fight inflammations, infections and allergies. It is also a strong antioxidant. The most common form is capsule. Take up to three 1,000- milligram capsules two to three times per day.
Siberian ginseng - This helps bolster resistance to stress and increases adrenal function. In studies it has been shown to increase the number of immune cells, helping stave off infections. Taken in capsule form, take up to 4500 milligrams per day.
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Herbal Remedy - Cataracts
Cataracts are a cloudy film that covers the eyes causing vision problems.
While usually associated with old age, anyone can get cataracts. They are thought to be caused by overexposure to the sun or diabetes. Outpatient surgery is now a standard procedure and the only way to actually remove cataracts once they have formed. There are some herbs, however, that are helpful in improving vision and eye function.
Bilberry - These berries are thought to improve vision and protect the eyes from disease. The fruits of the bilberry contain antioxidant ingredients that can help prevent clouding of the eyes. Used in capsule form, take up to three capsules per day.
Rosemary - A common herb used in cooking, rosemary contains powerful antioxidants that may help retard the growth of cataracts. Take rosemary as a tea, mixing with lemon balm. Drink at least one cup of hot tea per day.
Turmeric - Turmeric has a high concentration of antioxidants, especially the top three known to help prevent cataracts, vitamins A, C and E. Take up to three 500-milligram capsules per day or use a tincture.
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a disorder that affects many thousands of people each year. It is a compression of a nerve in the wrist often brought on by repeated movements of the wrist and hand, such as keyboarding. Depending on the severity of the disorder, herbal remedies may help with inflammation and blood flow.
Turmeric - A common kitchen spice, turmeric is known to help stop inflammation. Available in capsule form, take one 300-milligram capsule up to three times per day. It is also available as a tincture. The easiest way to get it, however, is to use it as a spice, added to foods. Add 1 teaspoon of spice per day to food.
Boswellia - Boswellia is a tree resin that has been found to help block the chemicals in the body that favor inflammation. Available in capsule form, look for products that contain at least 65 percent boswellia acid in order to be effective.
Ginkgo - Ginkgo is known to help increase blood flow and reduce swelling. It also protects nerves and can help them heal. In capsule form the typical dosage is up to 180 milligrams per day.
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Canker Sores
Also known as mouth ulcers, these sores can be painful. They are often associated with food allergies, immune system dysfunction and nutritional deficiencies. If you have them often, talk to your doctor to help determine the cause. Vitamin B12 and folic acid deficiencies can contribute to the cause of canker sores.
Chamomile - a study has shown that chamomile mouthwash is an effective treatment for mouth sores. It helps keep inflammation down and helps promote healing. Drink up to 4 cups of tea per day or cool and use as a mouthwash. You can also make a mouthwash using 10 drops of tincture mixed with water.
Echinacea - Echinacea tincture produces a numbing effect that is helpful in managing the pain associated with canker sores. If the canker sore is large or deep avoid using tinctures as they may cause stinging. Instead, use less concentrated mixtures such as tea.
Gotu Kola - Gotu Kola is used to help promote healing. It has long been known to speed the healing of wounds. It can be taken internally as a hot tea or cold as an oral rinse.
Goldenseal - Goldenseal has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties and can help to fight the infection associated with a canker sore. It also can help lessen the pain. Dissolve several drops of tincture in a glass of water and use as a mouth rinse.
Ginkgo - When applied topically, this herb helps promote healing. It is rich in anti-oxidants and is also an anti-inflammatory. Make a tea and use the mixture to swab the sore with a cotton swab.
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