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Arnica (Arnica montana)
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Topical for joint pain, nerve pain, bruises, sprains,
inflammations of mouth and throat. |
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Artichoke
(Cynara scolymus) |
Stomach and intestinal problems, increases flow of
bile, improves metabolism of fat and lowers cholesterol. |
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Eyebright
(Euphrasia officinalis) |
Local use for conjuctivitis; internal use for hayfever.
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Valerian
(Valeriana officinalis) |
Nervousness, insomnia
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Comfrey
(Symphytum officinale) |
Local, topical use to speed healing of broken bones, sprains, arthrose. Some warnings concern internal use!
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Stinging Nettle
(Urtica dioica) |
Supports health of bladder, urinary system, prostate enlargement, gallbladder, liver, hair growth (contains lots of iron).
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Oats (Avena sativa)
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The straw has been added to baths to help with nervousness and skin inflammation; the grain is nourishing and helps speed recovery from debilitating illness.
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Hops (Humulus lupulus)
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Nervousness.
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Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
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Nausea, travel sickness, migraine, nervousness and anxiety.
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St. Johns Wort
(Hypericum perforatum) |
Depression, skin injuries.
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Chamomile, German (Matricaria
chamomilla) |
Inflammation of mouth, gum, throat, stomach and intestines.
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Garlic (Allium sativum)
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Lowers cholesterol, antibaterial, lowers blood pressure; external for warts.
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Caraway (Carum carvi)
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Flatulence, stomach trouble, chewed for stomatitis
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Pumpkin seeds
(Cucurbita pepo) |
Prostate enlargement, certain parasites.
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Flax (Linum usitatissimum)
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Gastro-intestinal problems, constipation, cell-respiration, prevention of cancers.
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