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adam13
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Decoctions
Category: Natural Meds
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A basic decoction recipe 1 oz/30 gm herb or blend of herbs 1 pint/600 ml water Cut or crush herb place into a saucepan with the water. simmer (do not boil) With the pot lid slightly off the pot, until the volume reduces by one quarter. Cool, strain and drink decoction throughout the day. Decoctions are intended for immediate use and should be used within 72 hours.  Decoction should be stored in a  refrigerator or in a cool dark ...

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jpurton
jpurton
Relaxing Diaphoretic
Category: Health
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Diaphoretic herbs increase blood flow throughout the body by dilating superficial capiliaries & blood vessels. Examples of these herbs include cayenne, chamomile, hyssop, and yarrow. People with a rapid pulse usually need a relaxing diaphoretic. Should not be used with cathartics because this could cause the body to lose too much of its fluids. Other diaphoretics include: angelica, anise, bayberry, black cohosh, black currant, catnip, dill, Enchinacea, elder, fennel, ginseng, hops, ...

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jpurton
jpurton
Migraine
Category: Health
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Migraines are extreme headaches proceeded by ringing in ears, change in mood, blurred vision and possibly vomiting. One should avoid cigarettes, alcohol, salt, excess meat & processed food. Sufferers should also eat more fruits, vegatables, sprouted seeds and raw alkaline foods. Herbs that help: black cohosh, feverfew, hops, ladies slipper, lobelia, peppermint, rosemary, skullcap, tilia, valerian, butterbur aka parasites hyberidus good remedy (168) Herbs that will really help w...

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