Good Morning everyone! Happy Valentine's Day. This month I would like to share a brief history paper I wrote about Mistletoe. I know it's not Christmas time when we traditionally have Mistletoe around, however, I thought it fitting with some of the information I found out about it. Also, I would also suggest (in keeping with the theme of love) that the talk given by President Dieter F. Uchtdorf be given a re-read.
Mistletoe, or Viscum album, is a parasitic plant that grows on trees throughout Europe. It forms bushes about 2-5 feet in diameter. The leaves are oval to round, thick and leathery. After the flowers die they leave behind a ¼ inch white sticky berry. Of course, we can’t forget that this plant is used during the Christmas season for kissing.
It was interesting to find that the Scandinavians started the kissing tradition. However, during the time of antiquity before the kissing started, if enemies met up with each other under the mistletoe then they laid down their weapons of war and called a truce until the next day.
A similar legend is one of Baldur and the goddess Frigga. When Baldur was born, Frigga blessed all the plants and animals not to hurt Baldur. However, the mistletoe was over looked. Loki the prankster fashioned a spear from mistletoe and killed Baldur. Later, Frigga brought him back to live and blessed the mistletoe, making it sacred so it would bring love to the world and not death.
During the time of ancient erotica it was regarded as regarded as an aphrodisiac and fertility herb, may also contain abortifacient qualities. The Anglo-Saxons referred to it as “dung-on-a-stick”. In the pre-Christian world it was used as a remedy to ward off evil if hung in the doorways of houses and stables. Some legends have it that Christ’s cross was made from mistletoe and therefore doomed the plant to live as a parasite.
Some of the diseases it is able to treat are cancer; stimulate the immune system, and lower blood pressure. It is helpful as a sedative. Druids used mistletoe as an aphrodisiac and a protection against poison. Because the druids used this plant in almost everything, including human sacrifice, the Christian churches in England banned the use of mistletoe. Druid priests would cut the mistletoe from a special oak five days after the new moon and would have to catch it before it hit the ground. This needed to happen so the magical powers of keeping evil at bay still remained in the plant.
Mistletoe farmers would watch the birds and how they propagated the plant. They would learn which ones were the best and sell them. After the season was over they would take a bough and light it on fire and spread that fire around in hopes of scattering and increasing prosperity for the next year.
This plant works on relaxing tight muscles and improving circulation. Although unproven at this point there are several other possible diseases that mistletoe could work for. They are: convulsions, internal bleeding, hysteria, gout, infertility, arthritis, rheumatism, whooping cough, asthma, hypertension, dizziness, headache, menstruation, and menopause. It has been a long used prevention for atherosclerosis.
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May Health and Happiness be with you,
Aeroia
Monday, February 1, 2010
Friday, January 1, 2010
Herb Corner Issue 25
Hey Everyone!
Happy New Year! New goals are being put into place, but that has no bareing on this months topic. :D I would like to share information about reproductive health. More specifically, Prostate and Uterine health. A lot of this information comes Sandra Ellis' book Dr. Mom's Healthy Living. Remember, a lot of problems can be avoided with correct diet.
Prostate Health:
This organ provides nutrients for the sperm, but can also cause difficulty when urinating if it becomes swollen.
Herbal Aids:
--Prospalmetto- two or more capsules a day to reduce swelling. Tones and strengthens as well (Saw Palmetto, Ginkgo Biloba, Mullien)[Known as: Prostate plus formula]
--Prospallate -two or more capsules a day to clear out sedimentation in the prostate. (cayenne, ginger, golden seal root, gravel root, juniper berries, marshmallow root, parsely root/herb, uva ursi leaves, ginseng)[Known as Male Urinary Tract Formula]
Uturine Health:
There are many possible problems that can be addressed here, but I will only cover cramps and vaginal infections since these two seem to be the most common.
Cramps-Herbal Aids: These two are to be taken with wheat germ oil. This is a must so the body can create needed hormones. (There are capsules with the oil in it so you don't have to drink it)
--NuFem [Known as Hormonal Changease formula] (golden seal root, blessed thistle, cayenne, cramp bark,false unicorn root, ginger, red raspberry leaves, squaw vine, and uva ursi) Cleans and rebuilds the female organs.
--Changese [Known as Pre-Natal formula] (black cohosh, sarsaparilla, ginseng, licorice, false unicorn, holy thistle{Blessed thistle}, and squaw vine) Supplies building blocks for the hormones.
--Red Raspberry tea: To help nourish and balance the system.
Vaginal Infection-Herbal Aids:
--Black Walnut: (infection caused by yeast) Put tincture on tampon and insert into vigina to kill the infection.
--Liquid Acidophilus (keep refridgerated) Apply to sanitary napkin and wear next to skin to relieve burning and itching.
--Bayberry tea: Drink three glasses a day or 1-2 Tablespoons every hour through out the day (bitter).
--Golden seal douche: Make a tea, use it as a douche.
--Bolus: 2 1/2 ounces cocoa butter
30-45 drops each of Tea Tree Oil and Oregano Oil
Soften cocoa butter (in sandwich bag) in hot water, add drops of oil, then flatten out. Use the edge of a credit card to make creases vertically and horizontally so the sections are about the size of the top section of your pinkie. Keep in refridgerator and freezer until ready for use. Insert vaginally at bedtime. (will want to wear a pad as not to soil clothing) *For expecting mothers: Suggested that this is used every night for two weeks before giving birth, can be used afterwards if tested positive for Strep F. (used at night, goldenseal douche in the morning to clear up the problem)
Wishing you all continual good health
Aeroia
Happy New Year! New goals are being put into place, but that has no bareing on this months topic. :D I would like to share information about reproductive health. More specifically, Prostate and Uterine health. A lot of this information comes Sandra Ellis' book Dr. Mom's Healthy Living. Remember, a lot of problems can be avoided with correct diet.
Prostate Health:
This organ provides nutrients for the sperm, but can also cause difficulty when urinating if it becomes swollen.
Herbal Aids:
--Prospalmetto- two or more capsules a day to reduce swelling. Tones and strengthens as well (Saw Palmetto, Ginkgo Biloba, Mullien)[Known as: Prostate plus formula]
--Prospallate -two or more capsules a day to clear out sedimentation in the prostate. (cayenne, ginger, golden seal root, gravel root, juniper berries, marshmallow root, parsely root/herb, uva ursi leaves, ginseng)[Known as Male Urinary Tract Formula]
Uturine Health:
There are many possible problems that can be addressed here, but I will only cover cramps and vaginal infections since these two seem to be the most common.
Cramps-Herbal Aids: These two are to be taken with wheat germ oil. This is a must so the body can create needed hormones. (There are capsules with the oil in it so you don't have to drink it)
--NuFem [Known as Hormonal Changease formula] (golden seal root, blessed thistle, cayenne, cramp bark,false unicorn root, ginger, red raspberry leaves, squaw vine, and uva ursi) Cleans and rebuilds the female organs.
--Changese [Known as Pre-Natal formula] (black cohosh, sarsaparilla, ginseng, licorice, false unicorn, holy thistle{Blessed thistle}, and squaw vine) Supplies building blocks for the hormones.
--Red Raspberry tea: To help nourish and balance the system.
Vaginal Infection-Herbal Aids:
--Black Walnut: (infection caused by yeast) Put tincture on tampon and insert into vigina to kill the infection.
--Liquid Acidophilus (keep refridgerated) Apply to sanitary napkin and wear next to skin to relieve burning and itching.
--Bayberry tea: Drink three glasses a day or 1-2 Tablespoons every hour through out the day (bitter).
--Golden seal douche: Make a tea, use it as a douche.
--Bolus: 2 1/2 ounces cocoa butter
30-45 drops each of Tea Tree Oil and Oregano Oil
Soften cocoa butter (in sandwich bag) in hot water, add drops of oil, then flatten out. Use the edge of a credit card to make creases vertically and horizontally so the sections are about the size of the top section of your pinkie. Keep in refridgerator and freezer until ready for use. Insert vaginally at bedtime. (will want to wear a pad as not to soil clothing) *For expecting mothers: Suggested that this is used every night for two weeks before giving birth, can be used afterwards if tested positive for Strep F. (used at night, goldenseal douche in the morning to clear up the problem)
Wishing you all continual good health
Aeroia
Monday, November 30, 2009
Herb Corner Issue 24
Hi everyone,
Here is the herbal year supply list with the changed information. I haven't had the time to look up other companies that have other formulas that can be used instead of Dr. Christopher's so I have included the formula (ratio is usually one to one). At the end of the revised list is an email that Yvonne also put together about a basic food storage. Unfortunately, I don't have a version for those that are gluten intolerant. If any one knows of one I would be happy to know.
Herbs for a year supply.
Yvonne L. Salcido, M.H.
Here is a list of herbs that I think every home should have on hand (you can customize it to your needs). The following list is per person, per year. For example, if you have 4 people in your family you would want 4 pounds of cut lobelia.
Cayenne
extract
powdered 1 lb.
ointment
Lobelia
extract
cut 1 lb.
Garlic
whole cloves in vinegar or bulbs hung
Garlic oil 2 oz.
Super Garlic Immune* ANTI-PLAGUE
Complete Tissue & Bone* & Comfrey
(White Oak Bark, Lungwort, Slippery Elm bark, Marshmallow root, Mullein leaf, Wormwood, Lobelia, Scullcap, Plantain, Gravel Root and Aloe Vera Gel)
powdered 1 lb.
cut 1 lb.
ointment
Yarrow
cut 1 lb.
Brigham Tea
cut 1 lb.
Chaparral
cut 1 lb.
Mullein
cut 1 lb.
oil
Nettle
powdered 1 lb.
Infection Formula*
(Plantain Leaves, Black Walnut, Golden Seal Root, Bugleweed Herb, Marshmallow Root and Lobelia Herb)
powdered 1 lb.
Plantain
powdered 1 lb.
ointment 4 oz.
Red raspberry
cut 1 lb.
Echinacea
powdered 1 lb.
extract
X-Ceptic*
(White Oak Bark, Golden Seal Root, Myrrh Gum, Comfrey Root, Garlic Bulb and Cayenne Pepper)
extract
Nerve Formula*
(skullcap, wood betony, sweet flag)
extract
Ear & Nerve Formula*
(Black Cohosh Root, Blue Cohosh Root, Blue Vervain Herb, Scullcap Herb and Lobelia Herb)
extract
Catnip
cut 1 lb.
Cleansing Herbs
Lower Bowel Formula*, Liver/Gall Bladder Formula*, Kidney Formula* & Blood Stream Formula*
(Lower Bowel Formula- Cascara Sagrada Bark, Barberry bark, Cayenne Pepper, Ginger Root, Lobelia Herb, Red Raspberry leaves, Turkey Rhubarb Root, Fennel Seeds and Goldenseal Root)
(Liver/Gall bladder Formula-Bayberry Bark, Wild Yam Root, Cramp Bark, Fennel Seed, Ginger Root, Catnip Herb and Peppermint Leaf)
(Kidney Formula- Juniper berries, Parsley, Uva Ursi, Marshmallow root, Lobelia, Ginger and Golden Seal root)
(Blood Stream Formula- Red Clover Blossoms, Chaparral, Licorice root, Poke root, Peach bark, Oregon Grape root, Stillingia, Cascara sagrada, Sarsaparilla, Prickly ash bark, Burdock root and Buckthorn bark)
Anti-spasmotic*
(Skullcap herb, Lobelia herb, Cayenne, Valerian Root, Skunk Cabbage, Myrrh Gum and Black Cohosh)
extract
Nutritional Herbs
Vitalerbs*, Jurassic Green*, Kid-e Formulas*, Herbal Calcium extract*
(Vitalerbs-Jurassic Green Powder (Certified Organic flash-dried juice powder from Alfalfa, Barley & Kamut), Dandelion, Kelp, Purple Dulse, Spirulina, Irish Moss, Rose Hips, Beet Root, Nutritional Yeast, Cayenne Pepper, Blue Violet, Oatstraw, Carrot & Ginger Root)
(Jurassic Green- Alfalfa Grass, Barley Grass and Kamut Grass)
(Kid-e Formulas- See http://www.drchristophersherbshop.com/DCFormulas.html)
(Herbal Calcium- Horsetail Grass, Nettle Leaves, Oatstraw Herb, Lobelia and Comfrey)
Slippery Elm
powdered 1 lb.
Licorice Root
powdered 1 lb.
Black Walnut
cut 1 lb.
extract
Pau d' Arco
cut 1 lb.
Ginger
powdered 1 lb.
Herbal Eyebright*
(Bayberry Bark, Eyebright Herb, Golden Seal Root, Red Raspberry Leaves & Cayenne Pepper)
extract & eye cup
Chasteberry/Mindtrac*
(Skullcap, Valerian, Oregon Grape root, Barley grass, Alfalfa, Kamut, St. John’s wort, Mullein leaf, Lobelia, Gotu Kola, Ginkgo biloba, Sarsaparilla and Dandelion)
powdered 1 lb. or capsules
Oregano
oil
Black Ointment*
(Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Chaparral Leaf, Comfrey Root, Red Clover blossom, Mullein Leaf, Plantain Leaf, Chickweed Herb, Lobelia Herb, Golden Seal Root, Marshmallow Root, Poke Root, Pine Tar and Beeswax)
ointment
In addition, be sure to have any herbs on-hand for family members dealing with specific challenges.
Additional items: Raw honey and wheat germ oil
Food Storage!
Today there is a myriad of ideas on food storage and many are lacking in sufficient nutrition. Who wants to just survive and be sick? The best plan for storage includes a high density of vitamins, mineral, proteins, and essential fats in the foods you store for optimum health. The following is a list of things I store.
Basic Storage for one person for one year:
300 lbs. Organic wheat (kamut, spelt)
155 lbs. A combination of organic grains (brown rice, buckwheat, oat groats, millet, quinoa, barley, corn, triticale, spelt, kamut etc.)
50 lbs. Raw nuts (25 lbs almonds, 5 lbs of additional favorites such as walnuts, cashews, pecans, pine nuts, etc.) Can use almonds to make nut milk.
20 lbs. Raw seeds (flax seeds, sunflower, pumpkin, sesame, chia, etc.)
75 lbs. Organic beans (pinto, black, red, white, garbanzo, lentils, mung beans, peas, soybeans, etc.)
60 lbs. Raw honey (also store some black strap molasses and agave - I use agave for special treats)
20 lbs. Oils (Olive oil, coconut and wheat germ oil)
10 lbs. Salt (vegetable, potassium based or sea salt)
60 lbs. Sprout mix (2 parts wheat, 1 part of the following: triticale, lentils, adzuki beans, mung beans, peas, then add 2 c. of fenugreek to the 60 lb. bucket)
5 lbs. Seed Sprout mix (alfalfa, radish and red clover)
Garden seeds (A good variety!)
Spices (You will want some different flavors)
Expanded Storage:
Fruit and vegetables (dried from your garden)
Squash, potatoes, onions, apples can easily be stored through the winter in a basement. The great advantage is these will be fresh yummy all winter long and through part of spring.
I also have some frozen fruit and vegetables in my freezer. I also have bottled fruit and vegetables without any sugar, but since I have gone to a more raw food diet, I now dry foods at 105 degrees to maintain the live enzymes, vitamins, and minerals.
You can purchase good quality freeze dried foods to expand your storage even more. Make sure to check the ingredients for just whole foods without any additives. Purchase your basic storage FIRST!! Don't worry about getting a certain amount for each person on the fruit and vegetables - just get started after getting your basic storage and soon you will have a nice supply. Fall is a great time of year to find many good deals, so have fun.
Best of luck and I will write again come the new year.
Aeroia
p.s. For those that have been following the blog. If you would like these emailed to you each month, please email your name to aeroiasapothocary@hotmail.com and I will add you to the list.
Here is the herbal year supply list with the changed information. I haven't had the time to look up other companies that have other formulas that can be used instead of Dr. Christopher's so I have included the formula (ratio is usually one to one). At the end of the revised list is an email that Yvonne also put together about a basic food storage. Unfortunately, I don't have a version for those that are gluten intolerant. If any one knows of one I would be happy to know.
Herbs for a year supply.
Yvonne L. Salcido, M.H.
Here is a list of herbs that I think every home should have on hand (you can customize it to your needs). The following list is per person, per year. For example, if you have 4 people in your family you would want 4 pounds of cut lobelia.
Cayenne
extract
powdered 1 lb.
ointment
Lobelia
extract
cut 1 lb.
Garlic
whole cloves in vinegar or bulbs hung
Garlic oil 2 oz.
Super Garlic Immune* ANTI-PLAGUE
Complete Tissue & Bone* & Comfrey
(White Oak Bark, Lungwort, Slippery Elm bark, Marshmallow root, Mullein leaf, Wormwood, Lobelia, Scullcap, Plantain, Gravel Root and Aloe Vera Gel)
powdered 1 lb.
cut 1 lb.
ointment
Yarrow
cut 1 lb.
Brigham Tea
cut 1 lb.
Chaparral
cut 1 lb.
Mullein
cut 1 lb.
oil
Nettle
powdered 1 lb.
Infection Formula*
(Plantain Leaves, Black Walnut, Golden Seal Root, Bugleweed Herb, Marshmallow Root and Lobelia Herb)
powdered 1 lb.
Plantain
powdered 1 lb.
ointment 4 oz.
Red raspberry
cut 1 lb.
Echinacea
powdered 1 lb.
extract
X-Ceptic*
(White Oak Bark, Golden Seal Root, Myrrh Gum, Comfrey Root, Garlic Bulb and Cayenne Pepper)
extract
Nerve Formula*
(skullcap, wood betony, sweet flag)
extract
Ear & Nerve Formula*
(Black Cohosh Root, Blue Cohosh Root, Blue Vervain Herb, Scullcap Herb and Lobelia Herb)
extract
Catnip
cut 1 lb.
Cleansing Herbs
Lower Bowel Formula*, Liver/Gall Bladder Formula*, Kidney Formula* & Blood Stream Formula*
(Lower Bowel Formula- Cascara Sagrada Bark, Barberry bark, Cayenne Pepper, Ginger Root, Lobelia Herb, Red Raspberry leaves, Turkey Rhubarb Root, Fennel Seeds and Goldenseal Root)
(Liver/Gall bladder Formula-Bayberry Bark, Wild Yam Root, Cramp Bark, Fennel Seed, Ginger Root, Catnip Herb and Peppermint Leaf)
(Kidney Formula- Juniper berries, Parsley, Uva Ursi, Marshmallow root, Lobelia, Ginger and Golden Seal root)
(Blood Stream Formula- Red Clover Blossoms, Chaparral, Licorice root, Poke root, Peach bark, Oregon Grape root, Stillingia, Cascara sagrada, Sarsaparilla, Prickly ash bark, Burdock root and Buckthorn bark)
Anti-spasmotic*
(Skullcap herb, Lobelia herb, Cayenne, Valerian Root, Skunk Cabbage, Myrrh Gum and Black Cohosh)
extract
Nutritional Herbs
Vitalerbs*, Jurassic Green*, Kid-e Formulas*, Herbal Calcium extract*
(Vitalerbs-Jurassic Green Powder (Certified Organic flash-dried juice powder from Alfalfa, Barley & Kamut), Dandelion, Kelp, Purple Dulse, Spirulina, Irish Moss, Rose Hips, Beet Root, Nutritional Yeast, Cayenne Pepper, Blue Violet, Oatstraw, Carrot & Ginger Root)
(Jurassic Green- Alfalfa Grass, Barley Grass and Kamut Grass)
(Kid-e Formulas- See http://www.drchristophersherbshop.com/DCFormulas.html)
(Herbal Calcium- Horsetail Grass, Nettle Leaves, Oatstraw Herb, Lobelia and Comfrey)
Slippery Elm
powdered 1 lb.
Licorice Root
powdered 1 lb.
Black Walnut
cut 1 lb.
extract
Pau d' Arco
cut 1 lb.
Ginger
powdered 1 lb.
Herbal Eyebright*
(Bayberry Bark, Eyebright Herb, Golden Seal Root, Red Raspberry Leaves & Cayenne Pepper)
extract & eye cup
Chasteberry/Mindtrac*
(Skullcap, Valerian, Oregon Grape root, Barley grass, Alfalfa, Kamut, St. John’s wort, Mullein leaf, Lobelia, Gotu Kola, Ginkgo biloba, Sarsaparilla and Dandelion)
powdered 1 lb. or capsules
Oregano
oil
Black Ointment*
(Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Chaparral Leaf, Comfrey Root, Red Clover blossom, Mullein Leaf, Plantain Leaf, Chickweed Herb, Lobelia Herb, Golden Seal Root, Marshmallow Root, Poke Root, Pine Tar and Beeswax)
ointment
In addition, be sure to have any herbs on-hand for family members dealing with specific challenges.
Additional items: Raw honey and wheat germ oil
Food Storage!
Today there is a myriad of ideas on food storage and many are lacking in sufficient nutrition. Who wants to just survive and be sick? The best plan for storage includes a high density of vitamins, mineral, proteins, and essential fats in the foods you store for optimum health. The following is a list of things I store.
Basic Storage for one person for one year:
300 lbs. Organic wheat (kamut, spelt)
155 lbs. A combination of organic grains (brown rice, buckwheat, oat groats, millet, quinoa, barley, corn, triticale, spelt, kamut etc.)
50 lbs. Raw nuts (25 lbs almonds, 5 lbs of additional favorites such as walnuts, cashews, pecans, pine nuts, etc.) Can use almonds to make nut milk.
20 lbs. Raw seeds (flax seeds, sunflower, pumpkin, sesame, chia, etc.)
75 lbs. Organic beans (pinto, black, red, white, garbanzo, lentils, mung beans, peas, soybeans, etc.)
60 lbs. Raw honey (also store some black strap molasses and agave - I use agave for special treats)
20 lbs. Oils (Olive oil, coconut and wheat germ oil)
10 lbs. Salt (vegetable, potassium based or sea salt)
60 lbs. Sprout mix (2 parts wheat, 1 part of the following: triticale, lentils, adzuki beans, mung beans, peas, then add 2 c. of fenugreek to the 60 lb. bucket)
5 lbs. Seed Sprout mix (alfalfa, radish and red clover)
Garden seeds (A good variety!)
Spices (You will want some different flavors)
Expanded Storage:
Fruit and vegetables (dried from your garden)
Squash, potatoes, onions, apples can easily be stored through the winter in a basement. The great advantage is these will be fresh yummy all winter long and through part of spring.
I also have some frozen fruit and vegetables in my freezer. I also have bottled fruit and vegetables without any sugar, but since I have gone to a more raw food diet, I now dry foods at 105 degrees to maintain the live enzymes, vitamins, and minerals.
You can purchase good quality freeze dried foods to expand your storage even more. Make sure to check the ingredients for just whole foods without any additives. Purchase your basic storage FIRST!! Don't worry about getting a certain amount for each person on the fruit and vegetables - just get started after getting your basic storage and soon you will have a nice supply. Fall is a great time of year to find many good deals, so have fun.
Best of luck and I will write again come the new year.
Aeroia
p.s. For those that have been following the blog. If you would like these emailed to you each month, please email your name to aeroiasapothocary@hotmail.com and I will add you to the list.
Monday, November 2, 2009
Herb Corner Issue 23
Hi everyone,
Lots has been going on this last month and I realized that the new month was already upon us. As the rains have begun to fall more often here in Washington, they are spreading the word about being prepared. We have been told as Latter-Day Saints to have food storage (as much as is permissable where you live). I don't have a list of those things, but they should be things that will store well and that you know how to prepare if the need arises. In addition to that, I remembered receiving an email from another Master Herbalist about a year supply of herbs so diseases can be combated as well. I thought I would pass it along:
Herbs for Year Supply
Yvonne L. Salcido, M.H.
There is a definite peace that comes from having a ready supply of herbs on hand for a sudden illness or emergency.
Recently I had a family member in another state call because she was very sick. She wanted to know what she could do. She had nothing on-hand in her house. If the phones lines were down, even cell phones will not work in a major disaster. What if she could not call to get advice?
Most important is herbal education - this invaluable skill will bless many in circumstances that we cannot predict. For the best herbal education we recommend The School of Natural Healing - (www.snh.cc).
Look around us - the world is having so many challenges from weather, earthquake, wars, etc. Becoming self reliant is becoming critical! Here is a list of herbs that I think every home should have on hand (you can customize it to your needs). The following list is per person, per year. For example, if you have 4 people in your family you would want 4 pounds of cut lobelia.
Cayenne
extract
powdered 1 lb.
ointment
Lobelia
extract
cut 1 lb.
Garlic
whole cloves in vinegar or bulbs hung
Garlic oil 2 oz.
Super Garlic Immune* ANTI-PLAGUE
Complete Tissue & Bone* & Comfrey
powdered 1 lb.
cut 1 lb.
ointment
Yarrow
cut 1 lb.
Brigham Tea
cut 1 lb.
Chaparral
cut 1 lb.
Mullein
cut 1 lb.
oil
Nettle
powdered 1 lb.
Infection Formula*
powdered 1 lb.
Plantain (Stings & Bites)*
powdered 1 lb.
ointment 4 oz.
Red raspberry
cut 1 lb.
Echinacea
powdered 1 lb.
extract
X-Ceptic*
extract
Nerve Formula*
extract
Ear & Nerve Formula*
extract
Catnip
cut 1 lb.
Cleansing Herbs
Lower Bowel Formula*, Liver/Gall Bladder Formula*, Kidney Formula* & Blood Stream Formula*
Anti-spasmotic*
extract
Nutritional Herbs
Vitalerbs*, Jurassic Green*, Kid-e Formulas*, Herbal Calcium extract*
Slippery Elm
powdered 1 lb.
Licorice Root
powdered 1 lb.
Black Walnut
cut 1 lb.
extract
Pau d' Arco
cut 1 lb.
Ginger
powdered 1 lb.
Herbal Eyebright*
extract & eye cup
Chasteberry/Mindtrac*
powdered 1 lb. or capsules
Oregano
oil
Black Ointment*
ointment
In addition, be sure to have any herbs on-hand for family members dealing with specific challenges.
Additional items: Raw honey and wheat germ oil
*Indicates a formula by Dr. Christopher. You can find these formulas at an herb shop. Find herb shops we recommend at http://www.christopherwebsites.com.
To learn how to use these herbs in an emergency we encourage you to pick up the book "Herbs to the Rescue" by Kurt King, M.H. Even better, as part of the Family Herbalist course you study this book in depth. To learn more about Level 100 - Family Herbalist go to http://online.snh.cc. To purchase the book Herbs to the Rescue visit this link:
http://www.christopherpublications.com/King_Herbs_Rescue.html
Printable Version: http://www.herballegacy.com/Herbs_Supply.pdf
I know a lot of Dr. Christopher's Formulas are used in here, but it is an easy way to keep the supply condensed. If you are looking for alternatives to these formulas I will try and pass that information along later this month. If you have any questions or concerns do not hesitate to let me know.
May we be blessed as we move forward with faith. Until next email. :D
Aeroia
Lots has been going on this last month and I realized that the new month was already upon us. As the rains have begun to fall more often here in Washington, they are spreading the word about being prepared. We have been told as Latter-Day Saints to have food storage (as much as is permissable where you live). I don't have a list of those things, but they should be things that will store well and that you know how to prepare if the need arises. In addition to that, I remembered receiving an email from another Master Herbalist about a year supply of herbs so diseases can be combated as well. I thought I would pass it along:
Herbs for Year Supply
Yvonne L. Salcido, M.H.
There is a definite peace that comes from having a ready supply of herbs on hand for a sudden illness or emergency.
Recently I had a family member in another state call because she was very sick. She wanted to know what she could do. She had nothing on-hand in her house. If the phones lines were down, even cell phones will not work in a major disaster. What if she could not call to get advice?
Most important is herbal education - this invaluable skill will bless many in circumstances that we cannot predict. For the best herbal education we recommend The School of Natural Healing - (www.snh.cc).
Look around us - the world is having so many challenges from weather, earthquake, wars, etc. Becoming self reliant is becoming critical! Here is a list of herbs that I think every home should have on hand (you can customize it to your needs). The following list is per person, per year. For example, if you have 4 people in your family you would want 4 pounds of cut lobelia.
Cayenne
extract
powdered 1 lb.
ointment
Lobelia
extract
cut 1 lb.
Garlic
whole cloves in vinegar or bulbs hung
Garlic oil 2 oz.
Super Garlic Immune* ANTI-PLAGUE
Complete Tissue & Bone* & Comfrey
powdered 1 lb.
cut 1 lb.
ointment
Yarrow
cut 1 lb.
Brigham Tea
cut 1 lb.
Chaparral
cut 1 lb.
Mullein
cut 1 lb.
oil
Nettle
powdered 1 lb.
Infection Formula*
powdered 1 lb.
Plantain (Stings & Bites)*
powdered 1 lb.
ointment 4 oz.
Red raspberry
cut 1 lb.
Echinacea
powdered 1 lb.
extract
X-Ceptic*
extract
Nerve Formula*
extract
Ear & Nerve Formula*
extract
Catnip
cut 1 lb.
Cleansing Herbs
Lower Bowel Formula*, Liver/Gall Bladder Formula*, Kidney Formula* & Blood Stream Formula*
Anti-spasmotic*
extract
Nutritional Herbs
Vitalerbs*, Jurassic Green*, Kid-e Formulas*, Herbal Calcium extract*
Slippery Elm
powdered 1 lb.
Licorice Root
powdered 1 lb.
Black Walnut
cut 1 lb.
extract
Pau d' Arco
cut 1 lb.
Ginger
powdered 1 lb.
Herbal Eyebright*
extract & eye cup
Chasteberry/Mindtrac*
powdered 1 lb. or capsules
Oregano
oil
Black Ointment*
ointment
In addition, be sure to have any herbs on-hand for family members dealing with specific challenges.
Additional items: Raw honey and wheat germ oil
*Indicates a formula by Dr. Christopher. You can find these formulas at an herb shop. Find herb shops we recommend at http://www.christopherwebsites.com.
To learn how to use these herbs in an emergency we encourage you to pick up the book "Herbs to the Rescue" by Kurt King, M.H. Even better, as part of the Family Herbalist course you study this book in depth. To learn more about Level 100 - Family Herbalist go to http://online.snh.cc. To purchase the book Herbs to the Rescue visit this link:
http://www.christopherpublications.com/King_Herbs_Rescue.html
Printable Version: http://www.herballegacy.com/Herbs_Supply.pdf
I know a lot of Dr. Christopher's Formulas are used in here, but it is an easy way to keep the supply condensed. If you are looking for alternatives to these formulas I will try and pass that information along later this month. If you have any questions or concerns do not hesitate to let me know.
May we be blessed as we move forward with faith. Until next email. :D
Aeroia
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Herb Corner Issue 22
Hey everyone! The seasons are turning cold and more and more information is circulating about the swine flu. I have also been shown many, many pieces of God's wisdom as I have worked through the beginning of this school semester.
So, I wanted to share with you a 22 minute video about Swine Flu: http://vimeo.com/6423968
Remember for preventative measures use Garlic. If you get it, up the dose of Garlic.
Then I wanted to share the simpliest of God's wisdom in regards to foods.
EAT LOTS OF SWEET POTATOES
It's been said that God first separated the salt water from the fresh, made dry land, planted a garden, made animals and fish... All before making a human. He made and provided what we'd need before we were born. These are best & more powerful when eaten raw. We're such slow learners...
God left us a great clue as to what foods help what part of our body!
God's Pharmacy! Amazing!
A sliced Carrot looks like the human eye. The pupil, iris and radiating lines look just like the human eye... And YES, science now shows carrots greatly enhance blood flow to and function of the eyes.
A Tomato has four chambers and is red. The heart has four chambers and is red. All of the research shows tomatoes are loaded with lycopine and are indeed pure heart and blood food.
Grapes hang in a cluster that has the shape of the heart. Each grape looks like a blood cell and all of the research today shows grapes are also profound heart and blood vitalizing food.
A Walnut looks like a little brain, a left and right hemisphere, upper cerebrums and lower cerebellums. Even the wrinkles or folds on the nut are just like the neo-cortex. We now know walnuts help develop more than three (3) dozen neuron-transmitters for brain function.
Kidney Beans actually heal and help maintain kidney function and yes, they look exactly like the human kidneys.
Celery, Bok Choy, Rhubarb and many more look just like bones. These foods specifically target bone strength. Bones are 23% sodium and these foods are 23% sodium. If you don't have enough sodium in your diet, the body pulls it from the bones, thus making them weak. These foods replenish the skeletal needs of the body.
Avocadoes, Eggplant and Pears target the health and function of the womb and cervix of the female - they look just like these organs. Today's research shows that when a woman eats one avocado a week, it balances hormones, sheds unwanted birth weight, and prevents cervical cancers. And how profound is this? It takes exactly nine (9) months to grow an avocado from blossom to ripened fruit. There are over 14,000 photolytic chemical constituents of nutrition in each one of these foods (modern science has only studied and named about 141 of them).
Figs are full of seeds and hang in twos when they grow. Figs increase the mobility of male sperm and increase the numbers of Sperm as well to overcome male sterility.
Sweet Potatoes look like the pancreas and actually balance the glycemic index of diabetics.
Olives assist the health and function of the ovaries
Oranges, Grapefruits, and other Citrus fruits look just like the mammary glands of the female and actually assist the health of the breasts and the movement of lymph in and out of the breasts.
Onions look like the body's cells. Today's research shows onions help clear waste materials from all of the body cells. They even produce tears which wash the epithelial layers of the eyes. A working companion, Garlic, also helps eliminate waste materials and dangerous free radicals from the body.
Have a Happy Halloween and May the Lord continue to bless you with Health.
Aeroia
So, I wanted to share with you a 22 minute video about Swine Flu: http://vimeo.com/6423968
Remember for preventative measures use Garlic. If you get it, up the dose of Garlic.
Then I wanted to share the simpliest of God's wisdom in regards to foods.
EAT LOTS OF SWEET POTATOES
It's been said that God first separated the salt water from the fresh, made dry land, planted a garden, made animals and fish... All before making a human. He made and provided what we'd need before we were born. These are best & more powerful when eaten raw. We're such slow learners...
God left us a great clue as to what foods help what part of our body!
God's Pharmacy! Amazing!
A sliced Carrot looks like the human eye. The pupil, iris and radiating lines look just like the human eye... And YES, science now shows carrots greatly enhance blood flow to and function of the eyes.
A Tomato has four chambers and is red. The heart has four chambers and is red. All of the research shows tomatoes are loaded with lycopine and are indeed pure heart and blood food.
Grapes hang in a cluster that has the shape of the heart. Each grape looks like a blood cell and all of the research today shows grapes are also profound heart and blood vitalizing food.
A Walnut looks like a little brain, a left and right hemisphere, upper cerebrums and lower cerebellums. Even the wrinkles or folds on the nut are just like the neo-cortex. We now know walnuts help develop more than three (3) dozen neuron-transmitters for brain function.
Kidney Beans actually heal and help maintain kidney function and yes, they look exactly like the human kidneys.
Celery, Bok Choy, Rhubarb and many more look just like bones. These foods specifically target bone strength. Bones are 23% sodium and these foods are 23% sodium. If you don't have enough sodium in your diet, the body pulls it from the bones, thus making them weak. These foods replenish the skeletal needs of the body.
Avocadoes, Eggplant and Pears target the health and function of the womb and cervix of the female - they look just like these organs. Today's research shows that when a woman eats one avocado a week, it balances hormones, sheds unwanted birth weight, and prevents cervical cancers. And how profound is this? It takes exactly nine (9) months to grow an avocado from blossom to ripened fruit. There are over 14,000 photolytic chemical constituents of nutrition in each one of these foods (modern science has only studied and named about 141 of them).
Figs are full of seeds and hang in twos when they grow. Figs increase the mobility of male sperm and increase the numbers of Sperm as well to overcome male sterility.
Sweet Potatoes look like the pancreas and actually balance the glycemic index of diabetics.
Olives assist the health and function of the ovaries
Oranges, Grapefruits, and other Citrus fruits look just like the mammary glands of the female and actually assist the health of the breasts and the movement of lymph in and out of the breasts.
Onions look like the body's cells. Today's research shows onions help clear waste materials from all of the body cells. They even produce tears which wash the epithelial layers of the eyes. A working companion, Garlic, also helps eliminate waste materials and dangerous free radicals from the body.
Have a Happy Halloween and May the Lord continue to bless you with Health.
Aeroia
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Herb Corner Issue 21
Good morning everyone!
Life is amazingly busy and there is so much to remember. So, this month I could like to share a few of the herbs that help improve brain function (a.k.a. The Brain Herbs). The four that I want to talk about are the herbs that I used in my formula assignment for the School of Natual Healing. They are: Ginseng, Skullcap, Ginkgo Biloba, and Chamomile. Now while Chamomile is not specifically a brain herb, there is a reason for it and I will discuss that when I talk about it.
Ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) is an adaptogen which means that it helps the body regulate or bring back to balance the health of the body. It is good as an energy booster as well. The chinese use it to balance "qi" and effect the "yang" so balance would return. Because of the type of herb that it is, it can be a great advocate in helping balance the health of any part of the body. For the sake of the formula, I combined it with the nervine herb Skullcap. This was to help guide the ginseng to where it was needed.
Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) is one of the best nervines. It helps to, either, calm or stimulate the nerves as is needed. It works on the Sympathetic nervous system (the spine and the nerves that control the involuntary muscle movements) as well as the blood vessels and brain. It is calming and has a similar effect to Quinine, except there are no harmful side effects or after effects. It is helpful in calming down nervous twitches, spasms, restlessness, as well as claming emotional tentions and the physical problems that can result from them. Skullcap is also nutrient rich, so the nerves are supplied with the materials they need for better functioning (tones). Dr Shook said about Skullcap: "Skullcap is a slow working, but sure remedy for practically all nervous afflictions, but it must be taken regularly for a long period of time to be of permanent benefit."
Ginkgo Biloba (Ginkgo biloba) is used as a memory enhancer. It has flavanoids as well as other natual chemicals that help fight Alzhiemer's disease as well as Dementia and Vertigo. This herb also helps with blood flow so it can move needed chemicals over the blood/brain barrier. (Much safer than anti-depressants that can do the same thing). However, if one is taking anti-depressants it is recommended that you consult with your doctor before using it. Ginkgo also has flavanoids which helps in the nutrition area as well.
Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is also a nervine, but it has a calming effect. So, if the nerves are over stimulated, then they are brought back to a normal active state. This also helps to balance out the use of the chemicals that the body needs. In addition to it's help with nerves, it can help calm other disorders, such as: Cramps, Ulcers, lung diseases, fevers, pain and swelling, bruises, sprains, etc.
The formula I used was 1 part of each in powdered form (1 part = 1oz of weight) when combined it is very helpful is clearing up mental clouds and forgetfulness. It has to be taken for a few weeks before a change is noticed.
Good luck with all you endevor to do this month. Happy Labor Day!
Life is amazingly busy and there is so much to remember. So, this month I could like to share a few of the herbs that help improve brain function (a.k.a. The Brain Herbs). The four that I want to talk about are the herbs that I used in my formula assignment for the School of Natual Healing. They are: Ginseng, Skullcap, Ginkgo Biloba, and Chamomile. Now while Chamomile is not specifically a brain herb, there is a reason for it and I will discuss that when I talk about it.
Ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) is an adaptogen which means that it helps the body regulate or bring back to balance the health of the body. It is good as an energy booster as well. The chinese use it to balance "qi" and effect the "yang" so balance would return. Because of the type of herb that it is, it can be a great advocate in helping balance the health of any part of the body. For the sake of the formula, I combined it with the nervine herb Skullcap. This was to help guide the ginseng to where it was needed.
Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) is one of the best nervines. It helps to, either, calm or stimulate the nerves as is needed. It works on the Sympathetic nervous system (the spine and the nerves that control the involuntary muscle movements) as well as the blood vessels and brain. It is calming and has a similar effect to Quinine, except there are no harmful side effects or after effects. It is helpful in calming down nervous twitches, spasms, restlessness, as well as claming emotional tentions and the physical problems that can result from them. Skullcap is also nutrient rich, so the nerves are supplied with the materials they need for better functioning (tones). Dr Shook said about Skullcap: "Skullcap is a slow working, but sure remedy for practically all nervous afflictions, but it must be taken regularly for a long period of time to be of permanent benefit."
Ginkgo Biloba (Ginkgo biloba) is used as a memory enhancer. It has flavanoids as well as other natual chemicals that help fight Alzhiemer's disease as well as Dementia and Vertigo. This herb also helps with blood flow so it can move needed chemicals over the blood/brain barrier. (Much safer than anti-depressants that can do the same thing). However, if one is taking anti-depressants it is recommended that you consult with your doctor before using it. Ginkgo also has flavanoids which helps in the nutrition area as well.
Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is also a nervine, but it has a calming effect. So, if the nerves are over stimulated, then they are brought back to a normal active state. This also helps to balance out the use of the chemicals that the body needs. In addition to it's help with nerves, it can help calm other disorders, such as: Cramps, Ulcers, lung diseases, fevers, pain and swelling, bruises, sprains, etc.
The formula I used was 1 part of each in powdered form (1 part = 1oz of weight) when combined it is very helpful is clearing up mental clouds and forgetfulness. It has to be taken for a few weeks before a change is noticed.
Good luck with all you endevor to do this month. Happy Labor Day!
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Herb Corner Issue 20
As school begins for children in year round schools or are preparations for the new school are being made and finished, stress levels tend to rise. Some changes are big while others are small. But each of these creates stress that requires a response. Do worries and uncertainties keep us from moving forward? Are there little bumps in the road that make us question the path we have chosen?
These and many other thoughts have run through my head as I have prepared to continue my education in another state. The stress has been great at times, the anxiety painful, and the bumps plentiful. Yet there have been many helpful and simple things that have helped relieve much of that stress. They are:
1) Deep breathing for 5 minutes. - If you don't have five minutes, then just take a few breaths that expand your stomach and fill your lungs so your chest rises. Then release it with an audible sigh.
2) Gratitude prayers - when working through all that needs to happen with preparation, you find that as you give thanks for the blessings you have seen, you will soon see that there is even more to be thankful for, for He will always be there to help you and guide you.
3)Increased Nutrition and water intake - Green drinks, wheat grass shots, and more fruits and vegetables are very beneficial. They provide nutrients to combat the damage that stress can cause in the body. Also, drinking enough water helps to flush out toxins that add to the feelings of stress.
4) "Grounding" - This is simply shuffling your bare feet in the grass for 5-20 minutes (whatever you have time for). This causes the static electricity in the body (that has been used up) to leave and give space for positive energy to enter through the crown of the head. (After doing this for a while, you should feel really good, relaxed, and clear headed) I love it!
5) Hugs - Four hugs a day can keep the blues away.
And...
6) Laughing - This produces endorphins that elevate mood and moves the lymph in the body to keep the immune system working correctly.
The following quote is from a book and I thought it fit. Hope you enjoy:
“And really, why shouldn’t we be afraid? In case you haven’t heard, life is terminal. Cigarettes will kill you. So, will your cell phone. Your microwave, the power lines, the squirming germs that raw meat leaves behind on your kitchen counter and the chemical cleansers you neutralize them with… all potentially lethal. Your car is a deadly weapon, alcohol a quite killer. Too much fat, too much sugar, too much exercise or not enough… Don’t lick the lead-based paint on your window sills, don’t lick the back of that postage stamp, and don’t lick any strangers, oh, that can take you down quickly, indeed! Don’t drink the water and don’t drink less than eight glasses a day. Hold your breath in traffic, off-gas your furniture, stock up on duck tape! Don’t talk to strangers, and if you’re female, don’t go home- you’re more likely to be a victim of domestic violence than of burglary, mugging, or any other type of physical assault combined. Your environment is toxic, your natural resources are dwindling, your days are numbered, but whatever you do, don’t panic! The stress, don’t you know, will kill ya.”
-The Scarecrow “Batman: Rise of Sin Tzu, pg. 62-63”
Good night to all. Good luck in all of your endevours. Until next month,
Aeroia
These and many other thoughts have run through my head as I have prepared to continue my education in another state. The stress has been great at times, the anxiety painful, and the bumps plentiful. Yet there have been many helpful and simple things that have helped relieve much of that stress. They are:
1) Deep breathing for 5 minutes. - If you don't have five minutes, then just take a few breaths that expand your stomach and fill your lungs so your chest rises. Then release it with an audible sigh.
2) Gratitude prayers - when working through all that needs to happen with preparation, you find that as you give thanks for the blessings you have seen, you will soon see that there is even more to be thankful for, for He will always be there to help you and guide you.
3)Increased Nutrition and water intake - Green drinks, wheat grass shots, and more fruits and vegetables are very beneficial. They provide nutrients to combat the damage that stress can cause in the body. Also, drinking enough water helps to flush out toxins that add to the feelings of stress.
4) "Grounding" - This is simply shuffling your bare feet in the grass for 5-20 minutes (whatever you have time for). This causes the static electricity in the body (that has been used up) to leave and give space for positive energy to enter through the crown of the head. (After doing this for a while, you should feel really good, relaxed, and clear headed) I love it!
5) Hugs - Four hugs a day can keep the blues away.
And...
6) Laughing - This produces endorphins that elevate mood and moves the lymph in the body to keep the immune system working correctly.
The following quote is from a book and I thought it fit. Hope you enjoy:
“And really, why shouldn’t we be afraid? In case you haven’t heard, life is terminal. Cigarettes will kill you. So, will your cell phone. Your microwave, the power lines, the squirming germs that raw meat leaves behind on your kitchen counter and the chemical cleansers you neutralize them with… all potentially lethal. Your car is a deadly weapon, alcohol a quite killer. Too much fat, too much sugar, too much exercise or not enough… Don’t lick the lead-based paint on your window sills, don’t lick the back of that postage stamp, and don’t lick any strangers, oh, that can take you down quickly, indeed! Don’t drink the water and don’t drink less than eight glasses a day. Hold your breath in traffic, off-gas your furniture, stock up on duck tape! Don’t talk to strangers, and if you’re female, don’t go home- you’re more likely to be a victim of domestic violence than of burglary, mugging, or any other type of physical assault combined. Your environment is toxic, your natural resources are dwindling, your days are numbered, but whatever you do, don’t panic! The stress, don’t you know, will kill ya.”
-The Scarecrow “Batman: Rise of Sin Tzu, pg. 62-63”
Good night to all. Good luck in all of your endevours. Until next month,
Aeroia
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