Alternative Therapies

Properties: Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, expectorant, muscle relaxant, promotes sweating

Target Ailments: Menopause, menstrual cramps, morning sickness, nausea, rheumatoid arthritis, urinary tract infections.

Available Forms: Capsule, cream, dried root, liquid extract, oil, powder, tea, tincture.

Possible Side Effects: Can cause vomiting in large doses.

Precautions: Individuals who are suffering from a hormone-sensitive cancer, such as breast or uterine cancer, should avoid wild yam.

Properties: Antacid, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, digestive aid, stimulant.

Target Ailments: Canker sores, contact dermatitis, diarrhea, eczema, food poisoning.

Available forms: Capsule, dry herb, liquid extract, tea, tincture.

Possible side effects: In high doses, goldenseal can cause diarrhea and nausea and can irritate the skin, mouth and throat.

• An interesting and consistent theme running throughout the historical literature is ginger’s reputed value as an aphrodisiac. From the earliest recorded herbal formulations of India and China to its more modern applications in the Middle East and Cuba, ginger’s millennia-log reputation as an aphrodisiac is impressive.

• One of the principle reasons cited for the decline of ginger’s widespread use in the late seventeenth century was the transition from “the lusty Elizabethans” giving way to the Puritans and later the Victorians…where the unabashed use of aphrodisiacs became frowned upon.

• In the Middle East, historians of ancient cultures like Persia wrote that ginger was valued for its properties of clearing the brain. In China, ginger has long been regarded as an agent to stimulate appetite, improve circulation and balance hormonal flow.

Source- Ginger: Common Spice and Wonder Drug by Paul Schulick, p. 24-25, 1996

The following conditions can be helped by using dandelion in the form of a tea, tincture, capsule, or tablet. A general therapeutic dose is one cup of tea, one dropperful of tincture, or two 500 mg capsules or tablets three times daily. Please consult product labels for recommended use.

Dandelion root may help:

• Acne
• Anemia
• Allergies
• Arthritis
• Cancer prevention
• Candida (yeast)
• Cellulite
• Constipation
• Fatigue
• Gout (dandelion root helps neutralize uric acid)
• Headache
• Heartburn
• Poison oak and ivy
• Rashes

Dandelion leaf may help:

• Allergies
• Anemia
• Bronchitis
• Cancer prevention
• Candida (yeast)
• Cellulite
• Insomnia
• Nervousness
• Premenstrual water retention
• Sinusitis
• Tonsillitis
• Urinary Tract Infection

DANDELION FLOWER TEA BENEFITS: Health Benefits | Side Effects

The Benefits of Dandelion Tea: Anyone can make dandelion tea, simple and easy — and most people have them growing in their own yard or around their home. Dandelion tea has many health benefits, and in fact the botanical name: Taraxacum officinale means ‘Official Remedy in the Greek interpretation. These wonderful herbs have been used for centuries as a medicine and health tonic. One of the best and most efficient way to consume these nutritional benefits of dandelion is in a tea form. Easy to make. Easy to Drink!

• Eat foods rich in essential fatty acids to help reduce skin inflammation (chia seeds, fish oil, flaxseed oil or hemp seed oil)
• Eat foods that are high in phytonutrients in order to help soothe redness (spirulina, green vegetables)
• Green tea calms skin inflammation and is also full of other healing properties.
• Decrease stress and reduce exposure to sun and wind.
• Apply sliced raw cucumber to skin for 10 minutes to help improve redness.
• Cleanse face with 100% jojoba oil. Jojoba oil improves skin health because it contains omega 6 and 9 fatty acids and vitamins A, D and E.

• Hunger Control: 1 to 2 teaspoons of organic apple cider vinegar with a glass of warm water 15-20 minutes before meals.
• Reduces fluid retention
• Increases metabolism
• Relieves sore throat: gargle for a minute every hour until your throat starts to feel better.
• Provides energy due to amino acids and potassium
• Helps Heartburn: Organic apple cider vinegar mixed with water before meals prevents heartburn and reduces gas and bloating
• Acne: Mix 1 to 2 tablespoons with 8 ounces of water and apply to skin several times a day
• Home Cleaning: Mix 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar with 1 cup of water (can be used to clean kitchen, microwave, bathroom, glass and mirrors)
• Flea Prevention: In order to keep flea’s away from pet’s skin and furniture, make a spray with 50% apple cider vinegar and 50% water.

Natural remedies will not preclude the need for the care of a cardiologist. You should follow your doctor’s recommendations concerning your care, and don’t discontinue any medication without consulting your health care provider. The following measures are geared to work in conjunction with a supervised medical program.

• Coenzyme Q10: 30 to 60 mg three times a day
• Beta-carotene: in amounts of 10,000 IU daily
• Vitamin E: 400 IU daily
• Vitamin C: 1000 mg daily
• Selenium: 50 mcg daily
• Magnesium: 250 mg three times a day
• L-Carnitine: 250 mg three times a day
• Omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil: 1000 mg three times a day
• One baby aspirin (81 mg) daily

Giller, R. and Matthews, K. 1994. Natural Prescriptions. New York, N.Y.: Random House.