Remedies 1
| Herbs |
Uses |
|
Acerola (Malphigia Glabra) |
High in vitamin C, for colds, flu, skin care, an overall health tonic, tones/balances/and strengthens the heart. |
Anis (Star Anise) |
Removes exess mucus from the lungs and digestive track, colic, gas and bloating. |
Aquilaria |
Enhances brain function. |
Alcachofra (Cynara Scolymus) |
Flushes uric acid from system, liver disorders, malaria, cleanses liver and gall bladder, high in iron. |
Astragalus |
Immune support, diabetes, good for weak lungs, shortness of breath, strenthens digestion and metabolism, strengthens the spleen, and drains pus. |
Abedul |
Helps to cleanse the body of toxins, thins the blood, and relieves pain and inflammation. Typical uses include aids arthritis, boils, fevers, gout, headaches, kidney stones, rheumatism, and worms. Used as a poultice for bruises, burns, eczema and wounds. As a bath herb for skin eruptions; and as a liniment for rheumatism. Has also been found as a douche for Leukorrhea, and as a facial steam for nasal congestion and acne. |
Abuta |
For menstual problems (pain, cramps, exessive bleeding, fibroids, endometriosis). For a female tonic (hormonal balancing, menopausal libido loss, hormonal avne, premenrual syndrome, childbirth). Heart problems (irregular heart beat, high blood pressure, heart tonic). As a general antispasmodic and muscle-relaxer (asthma, stomach cramps, muscle pain/strains, imiable bowel syndrome, diverticulitis). For kidney support (kidney stones, kidney/urinary infections and pain. |
Algarrobo |
Is a laxative and anti-spasmodic. And is used for arthritis, herpes, diuretic, premenstrual syndrome, menopausal syndrome, hypoglycemia, cirrhosis of the liver, hepatitis. |
Aloe Vera |
Is a anti-inflammatory and is used to fight illnesses of all kinds, ulcers, bowels, cancer, leukemia, HIV, pepsin, asthma, liver, kidneys, spleen, bladder, kidney infections, leg cramps, constipation, hemorrhoids, insomnia, and for vaginitis, heartburn. |
Ajos Sacha |
Is used to alleviate pain and inflammation of arthritis and rheumatism. It's also used for treating colds, the flu, fevers. Its often used to add flavor to meals, and has a distinct garlic odor. |
Amargo (Quassia amara) |
Is used for gallbladder complaints, as a bitter tonic, a purgarive and anthelmintic. It also strengthens and supports the digestive system, gonorrhea, lice and worm infestations, and is an antiseptic for wound treatments, disentery, stimulates a weak appetite, helps treat anorexia, malaria and other fevers. The Amargo bark is used for intestinal parasites. |
Amor Seco (Desmodium adscendens) |
Is good for relief from the symptomatic pain of arthritis, general pain, swelling and inflammation, stiffness, joint pain. |
Anamu (Petiveria alliacea) |
Is used to expel parasites. It's used as an analgesic (pain-relieving), anti-inflammatory, particularly for arthritis and gastritis, blood and vascular benefits. It's also used by women to relieve birthing pains and facilitate easy childbirth. |
Angle's Trumpet (also known as Jimson Weed) |
Used for asthma, whooping cough, muscle spasms and to control salvation in Parinson's disease. |
Alfalfa (medicago sativa) |
Rich in minerals and vitamins, high in iron, removes toxins, helps anemia, menopause, blood sugar levels, arthritis, pituitary gland, detoxes blood and kidneys, heart tonic, morning sickness, liver, inflamed bladder. |
Andiroba (Carapa guianensis) |
It's for insect bites and stings, psoriasis, dermatitis, heat rash, skin fungi and other skin problems, skin parasites and cancer, and as an insecet repellant. |
Annatto Leaves (Bixa orellana) |
For high choleserol levels, hypertension, prostate and urinary infections, digestive problems (heartburn, constipation, stomachache), and as a topical antiseptic for eye, ear, and skin infections. |
Aveloz (Euphorbia tirucalli) |
For warts (topically applied). |
Avenca (Adiantum capillus-veneris) |
For hair loss, gallstones, respiratory problems, menstrual disorders, as a blood cleancer, and liver detoxifier. |
Balsam of Tolu (Myroxylon balsamum) |
For coughs, lung congestion, skin rashes, wounds, head lice, skin parasites, ringworm, colds, flus, and strep throat. |
Barberry |
Used to treat diarrhea, reduce fever, improve appetite, relieve upset stomach, and promote vigor as well as a sense of well-being. |
Bitter Melon (Momordica charantia) |
For cancer, viral infections, bacterial infections, as a bitter digestive aid, and diabetes. |
Bitter Orange (Citrus Aurantium) |
Good for digestion, gas and bloating, shrinks distended stomach, laxative. |
Black Cohosh |
For rheumatism (arthritis and muscle pain), but has been used more recently to treat hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, and other symptoms that can occur during menopause. |
Boldo (peumus boldus) |
Liver, gall bladder, bowels, promotes bile secretion, antiseptic, diuretic, excellent general tonic. |
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