 Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) Native to the Near East, now found worldwide; rich in vitamins, minerals, flavonoids, amino acids, and protein; used traditionally as a nutrient to maintain vitality. Alfalfa is excellent for improving calcium absorption. Alfalfa is a better-than-average weight loss aid.
Alfalfa can be contaminated with E. coli or salmonella, so be careful.
Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis) Commonly mentioned in Western folklore. Now widely used in the health food and cosmetic industries. Aloe Vera is a must if sufferring from fungal skin infections. The fresh gel is effective against ringworm, jock itch, and athlete's foot and will also help heal cracked, damaged skin. Aloe can reduce or eliminate scars. Aloe vera helps to maintain female hormone regulation. Dried powder is used for hepatitis, liver problems and constipation.
Be careful not to exceed the recommended dose, because it can be a powerful laxative at high doses. It is also effective against intestinal worms and parasites.
The leaves and flowers are used. Use bottled gel if the fresh herb is not available.
Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) Considered one of the superior botanicals. Many experts consider it superior even to ginseng in various aspects. This popular Chinese herb is excellent for stimulating the immune system, essential for recovering from candida or any other infective condition.
Chinese pearl barley (Coix lacrymajobi) With a use history of over 2000 years, it possesses qualities similar to oriental ginseng, but in a milder form. Found in tropical regions worldwide.
Bee pollen (Apis pollenus) Rich in nutrients including vitamins, minerals, proteins and amino acids; 2000-year-old Chinese legend claims that long-term use will cause one to "be light in body and full with life".
Capsicum fruit (Capsicum species) Rich in vitamins, traditionally used to stimulate metabolism; commonly used to help improve action of other botanicals in formulations.
Cascara bark (Rhamnus purshiana) Known as "sacred bark" by Spanish explorers. Native to the Pacific coast of North America; harvested by early American natives who felt it had strengthening properties.
Celery seed (Apium graveolens) Native to Southern Europe believed to diffuse through the system a calming influence.
German chamomile (Chamomilla recutita) Native to Europe; legendary, since ancient times, for its mild properties.
Chicory (Cichorium intybus) Native to Europe and Asia. Traditionally used as a unique food ingredient.
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) Known for its strong roots -- and perceived as a symbol of strength and longevity. Native to Europe; grown and used around the world.
Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) Mainly found in the Middle East and Mediterranean region. One of the truly ancient traditional plants with records of use dating back millennia to ancient Egypt. Said to impart "fire and Vigor™".
Garlic - a powerful antifungal and immune stimulant. Garlic will also help with constipation, gas, excess mucous, and blood cleansing; it is antiparasitic and hypotensive also.
Garlic is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that even blocks toxin production by germs. [Journal Nutrition, March 2001]
Some people are sensitive to garlic so increase your dosage slowly to discern any unpleasant side effects. If there are none, include it liberally in your diet, everyday.
The Garlic Information Center in Britain indicates that deadly ANTHRAX is most susceptible to GARLIC.
In one test garlic was found to be a more potent antibiotic than penicillin, ampicillin, doxycycline, streptomycin and cephalexin, some of the very same antibiotic drugs used in the treatment of anthrax.
Garlic was found to be effective against nine strains of E. coli, Staph and other bugs. [Fitoterapia, Volume 5, 1984] Freshly cut cloves of garlic or garlic powder may be beneficial.
The antibiotic activity of one milligram of allicin, the active ingredient in garlic, equals 15 units of penicillin. [Koch and Lawson, Garlic: The Science and Therapeutic Application, 2nd edition, Williams & Wilkins, Baltimore 1996] Garlic capsules that certify their allicin content are preferred and may provide 5-10 milligrams of allicin, which is equivalent to 75-150 units of penicillin.
A word or two here about garlic capsules: Encapsulated (gelcaps) garlic is NOT effective. In order for garlic to be effective it must come in contact with saliva. Allicin is absorbed through the membranes within one's mouth. Stomach acid destroys the allicin. If you must take garlic in pill form, get the oil. Again, do not swallow the capsule. Instead puncture it and squeeze the oil into the mouth so that it can interact with saliva and be absorbed into the blood stream. It will make you want to puke the first time you do this, but gradually one becomes accustomed to it.
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Native to Southern Asia; cultivated in tropics worldwide. Traditionally thought to cleanse. Modern studies have shown it to have anti-oxidant properties.
Juniper berries (Juniperus communis) Native to Eastern Europe, some specimens of Juniper are over 1000 years old. The resinous aromatic berry-cones were highly valued by early Europeans who believed the evergreen Juniper to represent lifepower. Used in the preparation of the classic flavoring ingredient.
Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza species) Native to the Middle East and China. Called the elder statesman because it was thought to harmonize and unify other botanicals within a formulation. Though not antifungal, licorice will soothe the inflamed intestines so common with candida, thus helping to prevent malabsorption of nutrients and food allergies. Licorice also tones the adrenal glands and helps regulate blood glucose, controlling sugar cravings. This herb is also excellent for excessive mucous, cough, and constipation.
OREGANO The antibacterial, antiseptic action of plant oils has been described in recent medical literature and may be helpful in fighting biological toxins. [Journal Applied Microbiology, Volume 88, 2000] A potent natural antibiotic, more powerful than many prescription antibiotics, is oil of OREGANO.
One study showed that oregano completely inhibited the growth of 25 germs such as Staphylococcus aureas, Escherichia coli, Yersinia enterocolitica and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. [Journal Food Protection, July 2001]
Oregano has been shown to be effective in eradicating intestinal parasites in humans. [Phytotherapy Research, May 2000]
WILD OREGANO, which is quite different than the variety on most kitchen spice racks, has over 50 antibacterial compounds. Just one part wild oregano oil in 4000 dilution sterilizes contaminated water. [London Times, May 8, 2001]
Oregano powder from whole leaf oregano is available as OregamaxTM capsules (North American Herb & Spice Co.) A spectacular development in natural antibiotic therapy is the manufacture of oregano powder from 100% pure oregano oil, producing one of the most potent antibiotics known. It has recently become available under the trade name OregacinTM (North American Herb & Spice Co.). It costs about $1 per pill, but this is a far cry from the $16 per pill for Vancomycin, known as most potent prescription antibiotic.
Passion flower (Passiflora incarnata) Native to southern U.S where it was highly valued by Cherokee Indians, who believed it to be of great importance and used it in a wide range of traditional preparations.
Pipsissewa (Chimaphila umbellata) Extensively used by Native American Indians. Native to northern North America from Quebec to Georgia.
Reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) Referred to in imperial China as "the elixir of life"; its use was reserved for the Emperor.
Chinese rose hips (Rosa laevigata) Among the various species of roses used for their fruits, the fruits of the R. Laevigata are the most highly valued traditionally by the Chinese. Classical writings report its effects as "resistant to cold and light in body". High in bioflavonoids, plant acids and other nutrients. Native to China and Japan.
Sarsaparrilla (Smilax officinale) Native to tropical America and the West Indies. Long famed as a folk remedy and currently used in many food products.
Schisandra berry (Schisandra chinensis) Used in different combinations for thousands of years. Contemporary research has focused on Schisandra's very strong anti-oxidant characteristics.
Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus) One of the most thoroughly documented traditional botanicals. Recently "rediscovered" based on studies by Russian scientists.
, from Australia and New Zealand, is very deadly to candida and may be used topically for athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm. It can also be used as a gargle or douche when mixed with water and can be safely taken internally (3-4 drops, 3 times a day, do not exceed this dose). Be absolutely certain the brand you buy does NOT say "For external use only" on its label.
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) Native to the Mediterranean region; now extensively cultivated worldwide. It has unique properties; and is commonly used in cosmetics and food.
Tumeric-one of the marvelous medicinal spices of the world. Its main active ingredient is curcumin which gives turmeric its intense cadmium yellow color. Curcumin, studies show, is an anti-inflammatory agent on a par with cortisone, and has reduced inflammation in animals and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis in humans. In other tests, it lowered cholesterol, hindered platelet aggregation (blood clotting), protected the liver from toxins, boosted stomach defenses against acid, lowered blood sugar in diabetics, and was a powerful antagonist of numerous cancer-causing agents. Anti-cancer activity.
|