Herbal Remedies Of Fruits And Plants

Serveral different parts of the avocado tree is used in herbal medicine.

For example: the leaves and the bark is used as a powerful remedy for digestive problems and coughs.

Except for being very healthy, this fruit is well known in the medicine world.

People of Guatemala, uses the pulp to promote hair growth, and the seeds to treat diarrhea.

Research have shown that the avacado helps to lower cholesterol levels.

Avocado leaves and bark of the youngest branches may stimulate menstruation and can induce abortions.

The leaves is also taken for relief of gas,and bloating, and is considered to be good for relieving cough, as well as liver obstruction, and also clearing high levels of acid in urine, which is known to cause gout.

The outer skin of the avocado is used as a remedy to expel worms, the pulp is a very delicious food and considered to have remarkable healing properties.

When the pulp is on the skin externally, it feels very cool and soothing to the skin. The pressed oil from the avocado seed nourishes and tones the skin.

Lemons is about one of the important and most common fruit used at home as a natural home remedy.

It is very familiar and has a high content of vitamin C that will help to gaurd against infections, also making it a powerful remedy for colds and flu.

It is also taken for other conditions, such as stomach infections, circulatory problems, and what is called ARTERIOSCLEROSIS(thickening of the arterial walls).

Long before vitamin C was discovered there was a remedy for treating scurvy(caused from lack of vitamin C.

The lemon also known for it's acid content, but once it is digested within the body it takes on an alkaline effect.

Making it helpful in conditions where acid becomes a contributing factor. The harsh oil is antiseptic and antibacterial.

Bioflavonoids will also strengthen the inner walls of blood vessels, mainly veins and capillaries, that will help prevent varicose veins and easy bruising.

Antiseptic that is found in Lemons along with the cleansing action makes it a vital factor for them that's prone to arteriosclerosis, and infections, fevers, and mainly to the stomach, liver,and intestines.

Despite of it's ability to promote strong blood vessel inner linings, it also prevent circulatory problems and bleeding gums.

Lemons is also helpful as an tonic, for all most any chronic illnesses. It's a food that helps to maintain good health.

The entire fruit mainly the inner part is used to treat ARTERIOSCLEROSIS, which is(thickening of the inner walls), WEAK CAPILLARIES, and VARICOSE VEINS.

Even lemon juice is good for colds and the flu, and chest infections. It is also used as a tonic for the liver and the pancreas, It helps restore the appetite and eases down stomach acid, arthritis, gout, ulcers, and rheumatism.

It can be used to gargle, relieves sore throat, gingivitis, and canker sores as well. There's so many wounderful things that this fruit does...

The fig actually originated out of Western Asia, it now grows wild in practically all parts of the world,and the friut is harvested in the summer.

Figs contains 50% fruit sugar, flavonionds, vitamins, and enzymes. The first man and the first woman used the Fig leaf to hide their nakedness th the Garden of Eden.

The Bible gives reference about this tree many times in the Old Trestament. Mainly about the sweetness of the fruit and how it is used as a medicine.

It is said back in early Greece, the soldiers would eat figs to improve their fighting abilities.

The sugar that's inside of the fig has a gentle laxative effect. Syrup from the fig is used for mild constipation.

The pulp of the fruit helps to relieve pain and inflammation, also it has been used as a remedy to treat tumors, gum abscesses, and swelling, the fruit is to be roasted before applying.

Figs were used with herbs, like the Elecampane plant to help treat dry cough and bronchitis.

Now, the milky like substance that comes from the leaves is said to be analgesic, and have been used for a long time to treat warts, stings, and insect bites.

Originally out of Europe and Asia, the raspberry now grows wild and is harvested in regions that's not to hot nor to cold.

The leaves are gathered in the early summer and the fruits when they are ripe in the summer.

Raspberry leaves is known to contain Tannins, flavonoids, and polypeptides, the fruit also contain pectin, fruit sugar, fruit acids, and vitamins A, B, and C.

The application af the flowers bruised with honey is beneficial for inflammation of the eyes, burning fever and boils.

The fruit may also be good for the heart and mouth disease. Raspberry leaves has been taken for years and years, mainly in form of a tea, to help speed up childbirth.

Raspberry leaves are still being used to promote easy labor, the leaves are known to strengthen the lingitudinal muscles of the uterus, increasing the presure of contractions to having quick childbirth.

The raspberry has know been formulated into a cream, and being used to cure cancer spots on the skin, it also comes in a lotion for ulcers, wounds, or excessive vaginal discharge. The fruit is very nutritious and is mildly sweet.

DO NOT TAKE AS A MEDICINE IN THE EARLY STAGE OR PREGNANCY!

The Hyssop plant is a herb that grows to about 2ft, it has narrow leaves and clusters of blue double lipped flowers.

The hyssop is known to grow wildly in the Mediterranean regions, mainly in the Balkans and Turkey.

It prefers sunlight, dry grounds and is a common garden plant. The flower tops are picked off the plant in the summer.

The parts that are mainly used is the flower tops and the valuable oil that the herb contains.

Through out the years hyssop the hyssop was well known as a virtual cure all plant.

The hyssop herb is useful since it is both calming and tonic.

It also has a positive affect when used to treat bronchitis and respiratory infections mainly where there is a large amount of mucus build-up.

This combined action clears thick and congested mucus out of the chest.

Hyssop may irritate the mucous membranes, so it best to take it after the infection is at it's worst, when the herb's tonic give a soothing recovery.

Hyssop makes a useful remedy against asthma in both children and adult's, especially if the condition is caused by mucus congestion.

Herbs with strong oil, soothes the digestive tract and can be very effective against many respiratory infections.

The Cayenne, was made known in the West, in about the 16TH century. It's known for the hot, taste that it offers, and it will quickly get your attention. It has a strong heating stimulant.

It is known to promote good cirulation and digestion, and is used to treat arthritis, and inflammation of the hands and feet cause by exposure to cold and moisture, and also for diarrhea as well as colic.

It is grown from seeds in early spring and grow wonderfully in hot, conditions.

Then the fruit is gathered when it is ripe in the summer and then is dried under the trees.

The bitter compound within the fruit is known to be the constituent that plays the part in stimulating the circulation then changing the temperature regulations.

If it is to be applied to the skin the capsaicin compound inside will actaully num the nerve endings, this was used in the past as a local analgesic. The herb heating properties make it a very useful remedy for poor circulation and of the same nature.

The cayenne is well known to promote blood flow to the hands and feet and to the organs. If it is applied directly to the skin, it will cause redness to the affected part as the blood flow increases.

The Cayenne pepper, is used to relieve what is known as colic and expel gas, and to stimulate digestive juices.

It is also used to pertect from infections, causing any infections not to be able to setup inside the digestive tracts. Also, cayenne is very helpful for most types of diarrhea.

Goldenseal is a herb that is known to grow wild in various regions of North America. It is also known as the cure all herb, used by the American Natives in the 19th century.

It was taken for liver, and stomach problems, now it is given as an antibacterial remedy to promote the mucous membranes of the body.

The Goldenseal is a strange looking plant with a single, red fruit in it's center. The use of the goldenseal plant has become controversial, because the plant is rare now in many areas where it use to grow plentiful.

Goldenseal root is known for having natural antibiotic properties, and the American Natives use it for swelling, pain, tenderness,and disturbed function of an area of the body.

Most indian tribes used it for digestive problems, and berberine has been affective in treating diarrhea caused by toxic pathogens, mainly cholera. Studies have shown that more helpful than placebo against giardia infection in children.

This herb is sometimes used as an alternative medicine for most throat and nasal infections. It has been considered for treatment for certain cancers including HIV, but these studies is still pending.

Goldenseal is said to be used to cover illegal drugs in urine an this is completely undeserved. This herb can also be used as a eye wash and as a mouthwash for gum disease.

Women have also used it as a wash are as a douche for yeast infections and other vaginal infections. It should be taken for long periods of time since it absorb nutrients in the gut's, mostly vitamin B.

Goldenseal is used to decrease menstrual bleeding, and it is also used by midwives to stop bleeding after childbirth. (This herb should not be taken during pregnancy).

St. John's Wort, the plant that's supposingly to have magical powers to ward off bad spirits, is it because of the name?

Well, I don't know... but medicinally it is used to treat emotional and nervous conditions.

About the 19th century the herb was not used as much, but research has brought it back into the picture as a very useful remedy for nervous problems.

St. John's Wort was the people's remedy in the middle ages for insanity.

Originated out of Europe St. John's Wort now grow wildly all over the world. It is found on the roadsides, on banks, and in wooded areas.

The plant can be grown from the seeds in the spring or from taking the roots apart in autumn. The flowers are picked about midsummer.

In a recent study in Austria, 67% of patients that had mild to moderate depression got better by taking St. John's Wort.

The distinctive red color of the oil is due to hypericin, this is an antidepressant and so strong of a antiviral that it is being researched for use in treating HIV and AIDS.

All studies have shown that the hole plant is effective against all types of viral infections.

St. John's Wort is about the most valuable European herbal plant for nervous conditions.

They have been using it as a tonic, for anxiety, tension, insomnia, and depression... mainly that's associated with menopause.

This herb is extremely useful for menopausal problems relieving of the symptoms of hormonal changes.

St. John's Wort is also a remarkable tonic for liver and gallbladder problems. The red oil acts as an antiseptic used for wounds and burns and to relieve cramps and nerve pains.

The oil can also be taken for peptic ulcers, and gastic inflammation, it's healing powers works well inside the body, as on the outside the body.

THE ALOE VERA PLANT, Is orginally grown in eastern and southern Africa.

The clear gel that the plant provides in the leaves is known to be a effective healer for cuts and burns.

It hasten the rate of healing and lower the risk of starting infections. The aloe vera is commonly grown at home as a potted plant, and it provides two types of medical uses.

The yellow sap from within the bottom of the leaves when it is dried is known as(bitter aloe). And its a very strong laxative, that is to be used short term for constipation.

Aloe Vera has a long history of being known as a skin lotion, it has been said that Cleopatra used aloe vera as the key secret to her beauty.

In the west, the aloe vera became well known in the 50's having the ability to heal burns, mainly radiation burns. It makes a great home remedy for scrapes, burns and sunburn.

A leaf that have been cut of releases soothing gel, that can be applied to the affected area.

The gel is helpful for most any skin condition that needs soothing and constricted, and it is also known to help viricose veins to some degree.

The protective and healing power of aloe vera works from within also, the gel can be used for peptic ulcers and irritable bowel syndrome.

It makes the colon contract, causing a bowel movement 8-12 after using. The lower the dose it stimulates digestion, and the highter the dose its a laxative.

This herbal plant is the most common used for men, studies as show that, this herb has the potential to shrink an enlarged prostate gland and elimate the symptoms of a benign prostatic hyperlpasia (BPH) and also may include frequent urination.

Saw Palmetto is shown to be about effective as the prostate medications for reducing benign enlarged prostate with less side effects.

Saw Palmetto has been on the National Formulary and U.S. Pharmacopoeia for a very long time.

But when the FDA got involved and early age medicine they decided that herbal remedies were ways of the pass.

You don't need to search hard to find support that backs the use of saw palmetto for symptoms dealing with an enlarged prostate gland.

Time after time, studies reported improvement in almost every way they could think of in tracking prostate problems: capacity of urine increased, strength of flow increased, having painful urinations decreased, also having to get out of bed at night decreased, and having urine left over in the bladder decreased, size of the prostate also decreased.

Saw Palmetto has a few different actions. (1) it interacts with the 5 alpha-reductase, the enzyme that is very vital to the process to converting testosterones to DHT.

Also, saw palmetto seems to reduce both testosterones and DHT. Saw Palmetto may also be known to have anti-inflammatory properties, we can't ask for to much more from a herb used for treating BPH.

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