Marshmallow Root,Ginger, and Dandelion Root: I am grouping them because I use them to treat my husband for the same thing alternating them!
Dandelion root
Dandelion root is one of the safest and most popular herbal remedies. The specific name, officinale, means that It's used medicinally. The decoction is a traditional tonic. It’s supposed to strengthen the entire body, especially the liver and gallbladder, where it promotes the flow of bile, reduces inflammation of the bile duct, and helps get rid of gall stones. This is due to its taraxacin. It’s good for chronic hepatitis, it reduces liver swelling and jaundice, and it helps indigestion caused by insufficient bile. Don't use it with irritable stomach or bowel, or if you have an acute inflammation.
The modern French name for this plant is pissenlit (lit means bed) because the root and leaf tea act on the kidneys as a gentle diuretic, improving the way they cleanse the blood and recycle nutrients. Unlike pharmaceuticals diuretics, this doesn't leach potassium, a vital mineral, from the body. Improved general health and clear skin result from improved kidney function. One man I spoke to even claims he avoided surgery for urinary stones by using dandelion root tea alone.
Dandelions are also good for the bladder, spleen, pancreas, stomach and intestines. It’s recommended for stressed-out, internally sluggish, and sedentary people. Anyone who's a victim of excessive fat, white flour, and concentrated sweeteners could benefit from a daily cup of dandelion tea.
How I use in our family:
Dandelion Root Tea:
3 generous Tbs of Dandelion Root
1 quart biling water
1 tbs agave nectar
Over a quart mason jar I pout hot water over bag or mesh tea ball and let steep for 20 minutes. Add agave when taking out the ball and seal. I let get to room temp and refrigerate. My husband literally takes shots of it when he is feeling a tummy situation coming on. And I am so happy that it works. Keeps for up to 1 week in fridge!
Where to buy?
http://www.amazon.com/Starwest-Botanicals-Organic-Dandelion-1-pound/dp/B003AYEHGQ
Marshmallow Root
- Marshmallow root has a long history dating back thousands of years as an herbal remedy for cough, sore throat and other respiratory problems such as bronchitis and whooping cough (pertussis). This is due to the large amounts of mucilage found in the flower as well as the root.
- Recommended uses include that of diarrhea and indigestion; along with chronic diseases that cause these such as Crohn’s disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and Gastroesophageal reflux disease.
- Weight loss has been promoted when taking marshmallow because it swells when mixed with fluid, prompting the stomach to have a feeling of more fullness.
- This herb has shown to be helpful in almost all problems related to inflammation of the digestive tract; including peptic ulcers, hiatus hernias, mouth ulcers, enteritis and colitis.
- External uses have shown to be very effective as well. Laboratory tests from the 1960’s concluded that marshmallow root has anti-inflammatory activity on the human tissue indicating that this herb could be helpful in treating cuts, scrapes, and other wounds, as well as a remedy for eczema, psoriasis and pinkeye.
- Marshmallow roots form an imperative ingredient of ointments and creams that are effective in cuing boils and other bodily abscesses.
- Roots may be formed into a mouthwash and used to treat inflammation. It is in this form that the roots can be extremely helpful in aiding the irritation of teething infants. The root may also be peeled fresh and given to infants to chew on.
The Herb Marshmallow Root
(Althea officinalis)
Donny's Tummy Tea:
3 generous Tbs of Marshmallow Root
1 quart boiling water
1 tbs agave nectar
Over a quart mason jar I pout hot water over bag or mesh tea ball and let steep for 20 minutes. Add agave when taking out the ball and seal. I let get to room temp and refrigerate. This is our go to for when acid reflex is in effect!
Where to buy?
Bulk spice section of natural food stores normally carry marshmallow root. Or you can just purchase the tea!
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HB9TOU/ref=asc_df_B000HB9TOU2407440?smid=A3HV63EQPFPPOA&tag=sdcbing6-20&linkCode=asn&creative=395105&creativeASIN=B000HB9TOU
Nettles Leaf
The known benefits of organic nettles leaf are extensive, as this plant has truly been used for centuries on end. Currently, there are several well-known, well-documented benefits of organic nettles, including:
- Female tonic, especially for young women beginning menstruation and older women in menopause.
- May assist the body in the detoxification of chemicals and heavy metals
- Helps to reduce water retention, and is particularly helpful for PMS and menorrhagia, a condition where there is heavy menstrual flow in women.
- Helps Stimulate mothers milk, and increases energy after childbirth.
- Natural testosterone booster which aids in increased vitality in men.
- Diuretic that increases uric acid secretion, while at the same time, resisting nighttime bathroom urges. Great for urinary problems and bed-wetting issues.4
- Sterols, one component of nettles, reduce the activity of DHT, a type of testosterone, causing enlarged prostate.5
- Anti-inflammatory capacities act to help many of the symptoms related to arthritis. The robust amounts of boron and silicon minerals reduce pain of osteoarthritis, tendinitis, bursitis, rheumatoid arthritis and gout. The leaves can be made into a paste to be rubbed directly on painful areas of skin for conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis.
- Anti-hemorrhaging qualities for internal bleeding, as well as small cuts and wounds
- Anti-asthmatic for both bronchial and asthmatic difficulties, helping to clear constricted bronchial and nasal passages6
- Magnesium components moderates the pain of Fibromyalgia
- Contains natural antihistamines. Wonderful for hay fever and allergies
- Natural kidney and adrenal-gland tonic
- Powerful analgesic
- Depurative agent
Nettle Healthy Hair Tea:
Drink nettle tea every day for strong, healthy hair. Put 1 cup of H20 into a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of dried nettle leaves into a heat-proof mug. Pour the boiling water over the nettle leaves. Steep the nettle tea for 15 to 20 minutes. Strain the tea through a mesh strainer into a clean mug. Add 1 tablespoon of sugar or 1/2 tea agave to the tea if desired for extra flavor.
Nettle Hair Tonic 1):
Make a nettle hair tonic that will add shine and luster to your hair, and improve its thickness. Add 1 cup of nettle leaves and 3 cups of water into a pot. Bring to a boil and and simmer for 10 minutes. Massage into your scalp and hair every other night.
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