Lets talk about Herbs!
There are 3 ways in which to aquire herbs. The first, and recommended way, is Simply to grow them yourself!
Most herbs are quite easy to grow. ( Heck even Racoon can grow them! ) Second, is to look for them in the woods or in the environment ( like Native Cultures have done ). Thirdly, you can purchase them.
CAUTIONARY NOTE: Because the US Food and Drug Administration CANNOT regulate every manufacturing/processing facililty, there could be ( and in deed are ) some unscrupulous companies selling bogus product, or product that does not live up to its label. You should do a bit of research about the company you are buying from before spending your hard earned dollar/euro. Again, the Best method is to simply grow them yourself.
Having said that, lets look at a few Herbs!
ROSEMARY (Rosmarinus officinalis ) : This popular herb is very easy to grow!
You probably already have friends/neighbors who already have it in their yards.
Culpeper wrote that Rosemary was good for " diseases of the head and brain, as the giddiness and swimming therein ."
This herb is touted to sharpen the memory. When rubbed on the temples, the essential oil can provide great relief from headaches and migraines! Mixed with a few drops of olive oil, it is a remedy for dandruff.
Of course Rosemary is a popular garnish for chicken and other dishes.
Rosemary can be sipped in tea for nervous tension and used for aromatherapy.
Rosemary is an ancient folk remedy for memory.
Shakespeare wrote about it in Hamlet!: " That's Rosemary, that's for rememberance; I pray you, love, remember."
SAW PALMETTO (Serenoa serrulata) : This herb has gained notoriety for being beneficial for the reproductive organs. ( ie prostate enlargement )
It is also a good remedy for coughs, colds, and bronchitis.
Although the FDA doesnt recognize Saw Palmetto, the Intelligent Germans have used it in over-the-counter treatments for benign prostate enlargement for quite some time.
The recommended dosage is 30 - 60 drops of extract in liquid daily
MILK THISTLE (Cardus marianus) : Also known as Maria Thistle, This is an herb that Racoon uses. ( as I like to enjoy beer! )
Milk Thistle has been popular in Europe as a tonic for the liver. ( those thirsty Europeans!
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The effective ingredient is a Flavonoid called 'silymarin', and has proved in European studies to enhance overall Liver function and stimulate production of new liver cells. It might also increase the production of Bile, used to break down fatty acids.
I personally use the liquid extract form, but recommended dosage is 1 - 3 capsules daily; usually in a standardized potentcy.
There you have it Hypographites!
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