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Echinacea:
Echinacea: The preventative herb that boosts your immune system.
Echinacea-containing herbal preparations have become increasingly popular over the past two to three decades as being capable of modifying or regulating one or more immune functions. Echinacea products are currently one of the best-selling herbal preparations in the United States. The results of many clinical trials strongly suggest that echinacea-containing products improve symptoms and shorten the duration of colds and upper respiratory infections though not all trials have turned out positive for some types of products. However, reports have been made that suggest that some studies use too low of a dosage for effectiveness.
Echinacea: "If you're not interested in healing yourself with its roots, you can simply enjoy the beauty of echinaceas in your yard or garden. They have a very slight fragrance and propagate into beautiful, meadow like beds if you let them. ..."
Echinacea is a "preventative" herb. Not used in any modern commercial drugs today but Echinacea is heralded by many herbalists as one of the very best blood purifiers and an effective antibiotic. Its contains a natural antibiotic that makes it an effective, broad-based infection fighter. It is considered an immune system stimulant which increases production of infection fighting T cells. It is believed to strengthen the body's tissues and protect from attacks of invasive germs.
There are nine species, but only three of them (E. angustifolia, E. pallida, E. purpurea) are used as botanical medicines. Gardeners may recognize echinacea as the purple coneflower. The three species are not interchangeable, although they may sometimes be confused with one another. Each may have a different balance of active compounds. Of course, the roots also differ from the aboveground parts of the plant, though both are utilized medicinally. The chemistry of echinacea is complex, and no single ingredient has been identified as primarily responsible for the therapeutic activity.
One thing to remember is echinacea should be taken on an as-needed basis or at the change of a season. Not continually. Echinacea boosts the immune system but continual use may actually lessen the effectiveness of your own immune system. Maximum time to take the herb has been suggested at six to eight weeks. Echinacea is generally a very safe herb with side effects being very rare even when taken in large doses. One of the problems with echinacea is that the different species may be confused by people gathering the herb from the wild.
Uses of Herbs and Spices
The way they are used!
Before clinical medicine was developed, herbs and spices were one of the few even remotely effective ways to treat health problems. Even today, many spices and herbs have shown ability to help alleviate health problems. From cilantro's ability to leach heavy metals from human cells, to cinnamon's anti-microbial and anti-clotting properties there is so much they can do. Most of the health benefits associated with herbs and spices have not been proved by rigorous scientific study. However, a considerable body of anecdotal evidence has been amassed, and thousands take supplements of these items on a daily basis. Spices and herbs in food is probably the most common use. Food would be pretty bland without a sprinkle of this or a dash of that. Yet many spices or herbs are considered savory, while others are thought to be primarily for sweet dishes. A typical savory spice would be oregano. Few would even venture a taste of an ice cream or cake featuring a healthy dose of this spice. Meanwhile, vanilla, is not likely to be found in meat stews or topping a roast. Many spices are used in perfumes, for aroma therapy, and were at one time commonly used in embalming. Spices can be used as food preservatives as well. The oils of various herbs and spices are also extracted for other purposes in manufacturing and even as a weapon (as in pepper spray - actually from the habanero pepper plant).
Herbs!
Lets learn about the herbs!
Herbs are very important in our lives for over 1000 years people used them! They are safe. So many teas are made from natural herbs.
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We offer ARNICA for sale
We make our own ARNICA Tincture and now have it available for sale on our website!
Arnica soothes sore muscles and reduces pain and inflammation.
Arnica: The soothing qualities of arnica have been used for a long time in Europe and North America. An arnica ointment or salve relieves the pain and reduces inflammation of sprains and bruises. A tincture is used to treat wounds. Studies have found it contains helenalin and dihydrohelenalin which produces anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. To make a linament, heat one ounce of Arnica flowers in one ounce of lard or oil for several hours. Strain the mixture and let cool. Internal use of arnica is not recommended. Cardiac toxicity has been demonstrated, and arnica's effects on respiration and the uterus require further study. Oral administration of arnica is often accompanied by severe side effects. Contemporary studies demonstrate in vitro antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, positive inotropic, respiratory-stimulating, and uterine activities. Experimental trials suggest further potential uses. The Commission E has also approved the external use of arnica flower for inflammation of the oral and throat region, furunculosis, inflammation caused by insect bites, and superficial phlebitis. Arnica grows up to two feet in the mountainous regions of Europe and western North America. It is a true perennial herb with round, hairy stems ending in one to three flower stalks. The flowers are yellow-orange and daisy-like. In Europe it is cultivated to fill the demand for the estimated three hundred arnica-containing tinctures, ointments, and homeopathic remedies manufactured for the German market. Dried orange-yellow flower heads supply a therapeutic volatile oil, that contains fatty acids, aromatic terpenes, flavonoids, tannins, as well as the sesquiterpenes of the helenalin type. Arnica is a common homeopathic remedy. Unless otherwise prescribed: Infusion: 2 g of herb per 100 ml of water. Tincture: For cataplasm: 3–10 times dilution. For mouth rinses: 10 times dilution. As ointment: Not more than 20–25% tincture. "Arnica oil": Extract of 1 part herb and 5 parts fatty oil. Ointments with not more than 15% "arnica oil." Special Precautions: Prolonged treatment of damaged skin may cause dermatitis in some individuals. If this occurs, discontinue use.
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About Herbs
Generally herbs are the flavorful (and edible) elements of plants that are grown primarily in temperate regions. Herbs, in the west have also had attributed to them the dual purpose of flavoring and medicinal use. Meanwhile spices are generally grown in tropical regions and are imported to western countries. Although wondrous medicinal qualities have been attributed to spices at various times, they have been primarily used as flavoring in the West. Because of their origin, herbs are traditionally inexpensive. They can be grown by the average gardener. While spices have traditionally been quite expensive, and for much of history could only be used by the wealthy. Interestingly enough, almost any spice (with the possible exception of saffron) is easily affordable by a person living in a developed country. Several hundred years ago, this was inconceivable. As technology advanced and capital markets influenced the production and distribution of spices, they became more widely available at much lower prices. Yet while the market for them was restricted they sparked several wars among the British, French, Portuguese, and Dutch. Many would argue the nature of the difference between herbs and spices, which is on a par with the question of whether food from any particular plant is a fruit or a vegetable. However, there is some botanical justification for positing that herbs are generally green and do not have woody stems or trunks1. However, rosemary would be an exception, perhaps the one to prove the rule. Spices are considered aromatic, but anyone who has had herbs in their garden knows that many of these can be aromatic as well, especially mints. Ultimately, the distinction is blurry on the edges, but probably should be attributed to the climate in which the spice is produced.
