Lifestyle and herbal medicine effective in treatment of PCOS
Christine's Herbal Apothecary
by Christine
3y ago
Lifestyle and herbal medicine effective in treatment of PCOS Publicly released: Thu 26 Oct 2017 at 0901 AEDT | Thu 26 Oct 2017 at 1101 NZDT Australian scientists have found significant improvements in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) symptoms in overweight women by combining lifestyle interventions such as diet and exercise with a novel herbal formulation. Journal/conference: Phytotherapy Research and Fertility Society of Australia Annual Conference 2017 Organisation/s: Western Sydney University Funder: The researchers acknowledge the support of NICM, W ..read more
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Beetroot – health benefits
Christine's Herbal Apothecary
by Christine
3y ago
National Institute of Medical Herbalists posted this report: beetroot supplementation has been reported to reduce blood pressure, attenuate inflammation, avert oxidative stress, preserve endothelial function and restore cerebrovascular haemodynamics.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/pmid/25875121 ..read more
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Comfrey and Meadowsweet Salve
Christine's Herbal Apothecary
by Christine
3y ago
  Comfrey – Symphytum officinale Comfrey has been used for centuries for its ability to assist in healing.  It contains a substance called Allantoin which penetrates the skin, promoting cell renewal.  Comfrey is especially good to use on slow to heal areas such as tendons and on areas where there has been previous injury. Meadowsweet has anti-inflammatory qualities and brings relief to muscular aches and pains. This salve also contains rosemary essential oil which helps to improve local circulation and aids pain relief. May also be helpful for the following: •  ..read more
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Calendula Salve
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by Christine
3y ago
Calendula is used for its wound healing properties and for its anti-microbial and anti fungal qualities. This soft, moisturising Calendula salve has many uses: •    to assist in the healing of cuts and grazes to the skin (after initial cleansing diluted Calendula tincture is good for this); •    to soothe irritated, rough skin; •    to soften and soothe cracked dry skin; •    to protect skin against the elements, especially drying winds; •    to use as a barrier cream; •    to remedy cracked heels; •  ..read more
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Spring soup recipe
Christine's Herbal Apothecary
by Christine
3y ago
Lovely Spring herb and yoghurt soup (by Anna Jones’ – Guardian) Just about the perfect bowlful for this space between winter and spring. You can use any soft herbs here – just make sure you balance a more neutral herb, such as parsley, with a stronger one such as tarragon (the stronger the flavour the less of that herb you will need). You need quite a gentle stock for this: if you are using cubes or powder then ½ a cube or 1 tsp of powder will be plenty in 1 litre of water. Serves 4 Olive oil, for frying 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped 2 sticks celery, finely sliced 2 garlic cloves, peeled ..read more
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Lifestyle and herbal medicine effective in treatment of PCOS
Christine's Herbal Apothecary
by Christine
3y ago
Lifestyle and herbal medicine effective in treatment of PCOS Publicly released: Thu 26 Oct 2017 at 0901 AEDT | Thu 26 Oct 2017 at 1101 NZDT Australian scientists have found significant improvements in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) symptoms in overweight women by combining lifestyle interventions such as diet and exercise with a novel herbal formulation. Journal/conference: Phytotherapy Research and Fertility Society of Australia Annual Conference 2017 Organisation/s: Western Sydney University Funder: The researchers acknowledge the support of NICM, W ..read more
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Artemesia annua – Malaria
Christine's Herbal Apothecary
by Christine
3y ago
Patients with drug-resistant malaria cured by plant therapy Tablets made from dried leaves of the Artemisia annua plant cured 18 critically ill patients in a Congo clinic. The results suggest a new and inexpensive treatment option for the mosquito-borne disease that affects 212 million people worldwide Date: April 24, 2017 Source: Worcester Polytechnic Institute Summary: When the standard malaria medications failed to help 18 critically ill patients, the attending physician in a Congo clinic acted under the ‘compassionate use’ doctrine and prescribed a not-yet-approved malaria therapy made onl ..read more
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Beetroot – health benefits
Christine's Herbal Apothecary
by Christine
3y ago
National Institute of Medical Herbalists posted this report: beetroot supplementation has been reported to reduce blood pressure, attenuate inflammation, avert oxidative stress, preserve endothelial function and restore cerebrovascular haemodynamics.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/pmid/25875121 ..read more
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Garlic – February 2017
Christine's Herbal Apothecary
by Christine
3y ago
Garlic – Herb of the Month February 2017 Garlic is a warm pungent herb. It’s warm, dispersing energy can help to relieve productive coughs (where there is lots of phlegm). A simple home remedy for this can be made by pouring some honey over chopped garlic. Leave this for a couple of hours or so, strain and then take a teaspoon 3 to 4 times a day (see cautions below). You can keep some of the liquid in the fridge for a couple of days, after that it is to make up a fresh batch. Regular consumption and supplementation can help to prevent atherosclerosis and lower blood pressure. A substance known ..read more
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Comfrey and Meadowsweet Salve
Christine's Herbal Apothecary
by Christine
3y ago
  Comfrey – Symphytum officinale Comfrey has been used for centuries for its ability to assist in healing.  It contains a substance called Allantoin which penetrates the skin, promoting cell renewal.  Comfrey is especially good to use on slow to heal areas such as tendons and on areas where there has been previous injury. Meadowsweet has anti-inflammatory qualities and brings relief to muscular aches and pains. This salve also contains rosemary essential oil which helps to improve local circulation and aids pain relief. May also be helpful for the following: •  ..read more
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