Question. 61 (Holly, July 13th, 2005): I am wondering if there is such as herb that blocks estrogen in the body, an estrogen blocker.
Herbalist's answer: Dear Estrogen sufferer:
Do you
have a specific condition?
Let us know. Thank you.
Herbalist Team
Question. 62 (Miller, July 11th, 2005): Do you know of a herb/natural remedy that can assist with slowing down the process and/or stop the itching of a skin condition called
Morphae/Scarladerma, that will not affect my diabeties condition? I take (14mg) of Glyburide daily for diabetes, and have
Herbalist's answer: Dear
Miller:
Can you tell me if you suffer from "Scleroderma" - not Scarladerma. If its "Scleroderma" - we have a section in our Health
Center that covers this.
Please let us know.
We hope you feel better. Thank you.
Question. 63 (donna, July 8th, 2005): is passion flower liquid extract safe to give to my 15 yr old daughter - was on anti-depressants has been of now for about a month now.
also extract has 50% grain alcohol is it ok. has nightmares and trouble sleeping - please respond soon
Herbalist's answer: Dear Donna:
Passionflower
(Passiflora incarnata) was used in traditional remedies as a "calming" herb for anxiety, insomnia, seizures, and hysteria. During the early
twentieth century, this herb was included in many over-the-counter sedatives and
Question. 64 (lynne, July 6th, 2005): Which, if any, are good herbs for a smoking mixture? Is Lobelia safe to smoke? I'm thinking of combining it with Wood Betony and
Coltsfoot. Any information received with thanks.
Herbalist's answer: Dear Lynne:
Some info below on Lobelia.
Overview
Lobelia (Lobelia inflata), also called Indian tobacco, has a long history of use as an herbal remedy for respiratory ailments such as
asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, and cough. N
Question. 65 (Brian, July 6th, 2005): i am looking for a professional herbalist in my area - maybe i havent looked thoroughly enough throught the site, but any resource that
can be suggested for finding a specialist would be most helpful. arlington, va or washington dc metro area
Herbalist's answer: Dear Brian:
Please
check out: www.DeLaneyGabriel.com
DeLaney works with us, but is in SF. Good news is she has an network of herbalists at her finger
tips.
I think she is so good - i work with her from a Los Angeles.
Question. 66 (Stuart, July 4th, 2005): I am a 32 year old male, for the past 8 weeks have felt very low, brought on originally by e-coli infection, followed by constant
tiredness, loss of weight, and have had flu twice in this time. Have been to see the doctor, who ran 6 blood counts and coul
Herbalist's answer: Dear
Sam:
Based upon the information that you stated about your health, I feel that your situation is very sensitive and definitely needs
prompt and thorough investigation. My first hunch is that your e-coli infection may not have been fully alleviat
Question. 67 (sejal, June 22nd, 2005): is it ok to take st johns wort when i am trying toconceive?
Herbalist's answer: Thank you for your question - This answer came directly from our "Health
Center" tab . We hope you are successful conceiving, but please read below - St Johns is not recommended... Please read
below.
Precautions - St Johns
The use o
Question. 68 (sejal, June 22nd, 2005): what herbal remedy can i take for depression which wont effect my chances of getting pregant?
Herbalist's answer: Precautions
The use of
herbs is a time-honored approach to strengthening the body and treating disease. Herbs, however, contain active substances that can trigger
side effects and interact with other herbs, supplements, or medications. For thes
Question. 69 (Robin, June 22nd, 2005): I've been taken herbs for almost a week now , A couple of days after i started i noticed my throat felt like alot of mucas was in it.
And when i swollow it hurts bad.The herbs im taken is Mega Chel, Dandelion, Mullein
Herbalist's answer: Please check out our "Health Center"
at
http://www.herbalist.com/herb_center.asp
And click on Conditions - then Sore Throat. There is a lot of good information, but
please go and see you Med Doctor - you want to rule out Strep Throat.
Question. 70 (SUSAN, June 19th, 2005): dear doctor I AM SUFFERING FROM CHRONIC ALLERGIC SINUSITIS SO THAT MY NOSE IS ALWAYS CONGESTED AND HAVE TO USE NAPHASOLINE DROP TO HELP
BREATHING THROUGH THE NOSE .PLEASE TELL ME HOW TO STOP USING NAPHASOLIN DROPS AND BE ABLE TO BREATH NORMALLY
Herbalist's answer: Hi. Although our herbalist is
still traveling i wanted to get back to you because www.herbalist.com may have all your answers -
please go back to the site and
click on "HEALTH CENTER" -- then click on "CONDITIONS" --- u will see a alphabet o