Racoon Posted February 23, 2006 Author Report Posted February 23, 2006 Ok Todays Herb, Brought to you by Chevrolet! Drive the American Dream! HAWTHORNE BERRIES (Crataegus oxyacantha) : In the late 19th Century, European physicians discovered that the berries from Hawthorne Trees were a powerful 'Cardiotonic'! :xx: Hawthorne is rich in Bioflavanoids. :) It benefits the heart in many ways. It acts as a vasodilator and even reduces blood pressure! :) It also works as a diuretic and helps rid the body of excess salt and water.It helps improve circulation. Take 1 - 3 capsules daily for suggested use. Avoid Highly concentrated forms, as it should be used only under medical supervision... Quote
Racoon Posted February 23, 2006 Author Report Posted February 23, 2006 Heres an Herb most of you should be familiar with... WHITE WLLOW BARK (Salix alba): For centuries, a derivative of this bark called 'salicum' was used to break fevers, soothe headaches, and reduce pain and swelling in arthritic joints. :) Based on their studies of Salicum, researchers derived the synthetic drug called "acetyl salicylic acid: Aspirin! :) However, Unlike aspirin, which can cause Stomach irritation, White Willow contains 'tannins' which are Good for the digestive system... It is a Great aspirin Substitute! :eek: Good for: neuralgia,pain,inflammation, and swollen joints... Quote
Turtle Posted February 23, 2006 Report Posted February 23, 2006 Ok Todays Herb, HAWTHORNE BERRIES (Crataegus oxyacantha) : In the late 19th Century, European physicians discovered that the berries from Hawthorne Trees were a powerful 'Cardiotonic'! :D Hawthorne is rich in Bioflavanoids. :eek: It benefits the heart in many ways. It acts as a vasodilator and even reduces blood pressure! :) It also works as a diuretic and helps rid the body of excess salt and water.It helps improve circulation. ___Another plant Racoon that I have grown as Bonsai! :) I note the little tree never bloomed for me, but it may have not reached a sufficient age. Quite the thorny problem.;) ___Keep 'em coming. Quote
Tarantism Posted February 24, 2006 Report Posted February 24, 2006 here is one... Leonotis leonurus, Wild Dagga - Lion’s Tail Leonotis leonurus is used by the Xhosa tribe and Hottentot tribe in South Africa for its inebriant and euphoric effects. The flowers are often added to tobacco or other herbs and smoked. Alternatively a tea is sometimes made. It has been reported that the Leonotis leonurus flowers are the most potent part of the plant and hold the highest concentration of Leonurine which is responsible for its special effects. :) Quote
Racoon Posted February 24, 2006 Author Report Posted February 24, 2006 here is one... Leonotis leonurus, Wild Dagga - Lion’s Tail Leonotis leonurus is used by the Xhosa tribe and Hottentot tribe in South Africa for its inebriant and euphoric effects. The flowers are often added to tobacco or other herbs and smoked. Alternatively a tea is sometimes made. It has been reported that the Leonotis leonurus flowers are the most potent part of the plant and hold the highest concentration of Leonurine which is responsible for its special effects. :) Cool! I hear a lot of things about those Hottentots :) Maybe because they have such a cool name! Lets Get Boerseun to Aquire some for us! :) Quote
Racoon Posted February 24, 2006 Author Report Posted February 24, 2006 Todays Herb..... is a Fruit!! :) PAPAYA (Carnica papaya)If you gotta' pop an antacid or 3, then you should hook up with this herb! :) Papaya contains 'Papain' which is chemically similar to our enzyme Pepsin.It aids in the Breakdown and metabolism of protein.! Antacids aren't that good for you because of a Rebound effect in acid production.But No such side effects occur with Papaya! :) Take 1 tablespoon of Juice, or 1 -3 tablets daily..Or you could just eat one. They're delicious. Quote
Loricybin Posted February 24, 2006 Report Posted February 24, 2006 Todays Herb..... is a Fruit!! :) PAPAYA (Carnica papaya)If you gotta' pop an antacid or 3, then you should hook up with this herb! :lol: Papaya contains 'Papain' which is chemically similar to our enzyme Pepsin.It aids in the Breakdown and metabolism of protein. . . WOW, GO PAPAYA !!!!! (and so damn tastey too!)WHITE WLLOW BARK (Salix alba):For centuries, a derivative of this bark called 'salicum' was used to break fevers, soothe headaches, and reduce pain and swelling in arthritic joints. . . thanks for that bit of background on this ridiculously common pain reliever! just another reason why everyone in the world should acknowledge/read this thread. dang that pharmeceutical nonsense,it's all about the cures nature provides us! thanks again rac Quote
Racoon Posted February 24, 2006 Author Report Posted February 24, 2006 WOW, GO PAPAYA !!!!! (and so damn tastey too!) thanks for that bit of background on this ridiculously common pain reliever! just another reason why everyone in the world should acknowledge/read this thread. dang that pharmeceutical nonsense,it's all about the cures nature provides us! thanks again rac Thank you Loricybin!I aim to Help and Please..your compliment means a lot to me! May the Force Be With You!:) Quote
Tarantism Posted February 26, 2006 Report Posted February 26, 2006 Cool! I hear a lot of things about those Hottentots :hyper: Maybe because they have such a cool name! Lets Get Boerseun to Aquire some for us! :) :shrug: :) :) :eek: Quote
Racoon Posted February 26, 2006 Author Report Posted February 26, 2006 Hey Boerseun! They got UPS Delivers in SouthA don't they / ?Whadda' ya' know about Hottentot Tribes!?? :hyper: :) QUICK FACTOID: CAYENNE PEPPER: Native to Northeastern Coastal Areas of South America! :hyper: They have been used in Folk Medicine since 7,000 BC! :) :hyper: They're Hot! but they are so good for ya'.Wished I could eat them. :eek: My friends Dad can eat them like Pickles! :) Quote
Racoon Posted February 26, 2006 Author Report Posted February 26, 2006 Switching Gears a little bit here. AromaTherapy :hyper: Something I have been looking into. My friend said Aromatherapy is for sissies, but I disagree. From the handful of studies that have been done DO reinforce the theraputic value of Essential Oils. :hyper: Quickly: Inhaled through the nose. Oils stimulate Olfactory organs. Linked to Brain that control Emotions... :eek: Quickly: Rubbed on the skin. Nerve reaction. Reaction passes up until the pituitary. chemical reactions. controls Stress and Relax. To the extent of their benefit is variable to the individual and application. I have made my own Lavender Oil. But I have purchased a few oils. Tea Tree Oil is great for the skin, and keep a dropper bottle in my Safety Kit. Here is a short List of oil and "belief" of response: Bay Leaf - increase psychic awarenessCamphor - increase energyCedar - increase spiritualityJasmine - promotes sex love, and sleep! :hyper: Lavender - Good all aroundLemon Verbena! - increases feelings of loveMyrrh - promotes healingPeppermint - sharpens conscienceSandalwood - AphrodisiacYlang ylang - promotes sex and love There are Many more.. What do you think??Should this be Explored a little more?What are your experiences and thoughts?? Quote
Loricybin Posted February 26, 2006 Report Posted February 26, 2006 i've always thought aroma therapy to be a most wonderful thing. Quote
Tarantism Posted February 27, 2006 Report Posted February 27, 2006 Bay Leaf - increase psychic awareness...What are your experiences and thoughts?? BAYLEAF?racoon could i trouble you to expand on "increased psychic awareness"?is Bay Leaf psychoactive? or do you mean that in a Zen kinda way? curious... Quote
Loricybin Posted February 27, 2006 Report Posted February 27, 2006 BAYLEAF?racoon could i trouble you to expand on "increased psychic awareness"?is Bay Leaf psychoactive? or do you mean that in a Zen kinda way?i believe you have a slight misunderstanding here. . . Here is a short List of oil and "belief" of response: Bay Leaf - increase psychic awareness . . .I am somewhat doubtful that Racoon is actually suggesting bayleaf has psychic properties, but merely stating that it is/has been beleived by some to have this power. am i right? Quote
Racoon Posted February 27, 2006 Author Report Posted February 27, 2006 Right, Lori. It is "folk" belief that Bayleaf, used aromatically, may enhance psyhic awareness. Zen like kinda way..It won't trip you out. I am learning a bit about this as a I go along... :) I'm interesred more now on how to grow and make essential oils. :hyper:how to use them. There are so many....:hyper: Still, not enough studies on AromaTherapy have been done. :eek: Chicks dig it though! :hyper: I'll post a little more later.Any helpful thoughts?? Quote
Tarantism Posted February 27, 2006 Report Posted February 27, 2006 ah yeah my mistake. thanks guys. Quote
Racoon Posted February 27, 2006 Author Report Posted February 27, 2006 What mistake?? Heres a Bad *** Quote:" The way to health is to have Aromatic Bath and Scented Massage every day. " ___Hippocrates! :hyper: :hyper: Quote
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