This blog is a little behind schedule but
better late than never! As always use caution when taking any herbs or herbal
supplements. None of the below information is intended for treatment or to
diagnose, only to inform. Chinese Herb  Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum Cuspidatum)Parts Used - Roots and leaves Energy
is cool, tastes are bitter and sour. Constituents - resveratrol, vitamin C, transresveratrol,
emodin, emodin monomethyl ether, polydatin (piceid) piceatannol, physcion,
astringin, oxalic acid, alkaloids, phenolics, sterol/terpenes, barium, bromine,
calcium, catechin, chrysophanol, citreosein, copper, dimethylhyroxychromone, fallacinol,
glucofragulin, glucoside, iodine, iron, isoquercitrin, manganese, methylcourmarin,
molybdenum, napthoquinone, nickel, phosphorus, physide, piceid, plastoquinine, potassium,
sulfur, tannin, zinc. Internal Uses - This herb is good for
cardiovascular health, to prevent or reduce fevers, antitoxin (an antibody that
counteracts a toxin), and helps to move blood. Most often used to treat
injuries, boils, burns, abscess, bites, stings, and hepatitis. Suggested doses
are a ½ tsp of a tincture of the root 3 times daily. Topical Uses - The leaves can be crushed and
powdered to form a paste for topical use. Caution: do not use if pregnant
or breast feeding. There is a drug interaction with several medications such as
blood thinners, please consult with a physician before
using. Western Herb  Juniper (Juniper Communis)Parts Used- Berries Energy
is warm and spicy and sweet. Constituents -Monoterpenes, alpha and beta pinene, sabinene, limonene,
terpinen 4-ol, alpha-terpineol, borneol, geraniol, myrcene, camphene, camphor,
alpha-eudesmol, neolignan glycosides, lignans, tannins, flavonoids. Internal uses - This herb is good for urinary problems, gout, rheumatic
complaints, is a diuretic, is a carminative, antiseptic, and a stimulant, good
for respiratory health, kidney stones, and uric acid buildup. Recommended dose
is 10-30 drops in a tincture or 4 to 6 drops of oil taken with honey 3 to 4
times a day. Topical uses - The oil can be used to treat
skin issues like acne, athlete’s foot, eczema, and joint pains, rheumatism, and
cellulite. Dilute oil in a carrier oil like grape seed oil or jojoba oil. Ayurveda Herb  Jambul (Syzygium Cuminij Eugenia
Jambolonum)Parts used - Fruits and seeds Energy
is neutral, taste is astringent and is a carminative. Constituents - anthocyanins, alkaloids,
flavonoids, glycoside called antimellin, vitamin A, C, and calcium, gallic
acid, and tannins. Internal Uses - This herb is an anti-diabetic, anti-diarrhea,
colic, and antimicrobial. Recommended dose is 0.3 to 2 grams of dried fruit 3 times
a day. Topical Uses - A paste from the leaves can be
applied to wounds. Use with caution if you are
taking anti-diabetic medication because of this fruits’ blood sugar lowering
properties. Hope any
of the above information was helpful. Check back next week for helpful herbs
that begin with the letter K! Resources The Way of Ayurvedic Herbs: A Contemporary Introduction and
Useful Manual for the World's Oldest Healing System, Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa
and Michael Tierra The Way of Chinese Herbs, Michael Tierra The Way of Herbs: Fully Updated with the Latest Developments
in Herbal Science, Michael Tierra |
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