this actually looks pretty interesting to me madsci... I sent the link to my daughter, if she doesnt get it, Im going to try and fanagle it... will let you know if we do!
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Thanks Mad Scientest for the website address. Herbs actually do not have any side effects so going for natural remedies is good. The videos for cough syrup, dry skin care , facial creams are really helpful.
Looks good, Mad Scientest~
I'm going to read over it more in a min.
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Herbs actually do not have any side effects so going for natural remedies is good.
Herbs are medicinal, so it's important to know there are side effects.
I use echinacea for a cycle in the spring & in the fall to help with allergies. However, some people have experienced asthma attacks from using it. Click on Echinacea in the following link to read more~ https://www.personalhealthzone.com/herbsafety.html
Everyone has a different medical backround & body chemistry. What works for one person, may cause problems in another, very important to research the herb you're thinking of using before taking it.
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we never got the set...My daughter has been finding alot of free info on youtube and mountain rose herbs...she seems satisfied with that. She especially likes mountain rose herbs!
Herbs actually do not have any side effects so going for natural remedies is good.
I agree with Cookie on this on. Herbs are medicines, they can have side effects. You need to read the info on any herbs before using them... There are alot of herbs that pregnant women cant take. there are some that will lower your blood pressure, and if you already have blood pressure issues, that can cause problems. There is one, that we use quite often for pain, it can seriously knock out a migraine, but its recommended not to take because it lowers the blood pressure too much. But even though Im having one of those oldstimers moments and cant think of the name, its a main stay in our house...We are just very cautious with it... its under lock and key, so no one but me can get to it. Please make sure you do your research before you take any herbs!!!
An excellent herbalist, that I try to keep up with and learn from, is James Sloane. https://www.mountainmistbotanicals.com/ He makes great herbal formulas and has very informative videos on YouTube.
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Powders offer several benefits over liquids. All liquids require some form of a preservative to prevent bacteria and mold development. Tinctures generally use alcohol, which may not be suitable for some people such as alcoholics, small children, or those with allergies to the alcohol. Other liquids, such as liquid vitamins, commonly use potentially toxic substances, such as sorbates, which are used as preservatives for liquids.
Another major problem with liquid formulas is stability. Many beneficial substances, such as vitamins, alkaloids, and phytoestrogens are readily destroyed through oxidation; although oxidizers require water to perform oxidation. Therefore vitamins, alkaloids, and phytoestrogens are more stable in a dry environment, and rapidly degrade in the presence of water. Powders resolve the problem by remaining almost completely dry until they are to be taken, greatly reducing oxidative destruction of the nutrients and other beneficial compounds.
All herbs contain insoluble fiber's that provide several benefits to the body including keeping the bowel clean and healthy, and feeding the beneficial intestinal flora. Though being insoluble, these fibers do not dissolve in water or alcohol, and therefore are lost when the herbs are tinctured or made into teas. Powdered herbs, on the other hand, still contain their insoluble fibers, unless they are in the form of powdered extracts.
Powdered herbs are more cost-effective than tinctures and other liquids. Tinctures in particular are costly due to the high cost of the alcohol use to make them, and the alcohol tax factored in. In addition, tinctures weigh more due to the liquid, and due to the glass bottles they are stored in. This increases shipping costs, which is passed on in the price the consumer pays. Other liquid products are sometimes stored in plastic containers, but the liquid weight still increases shipping costs and the price consumers will pay for the final product. Herbal powders are a fraction of the weight of liquids, and can be stored in glass or plastic. This keeps manufacturing costs down, giving the consumer a better value.
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And then there are herbs that should not be formulated together. Herbs with tannin (very beneficial), such as tea, should not go with other non-tannin herbs. The tannin binds them and locks out their benefits.
Herbs containing tannin.
Bayberry
Bilberry
Black cohosh
Borage
Burdock
Cedar
Chamomile
Cinnamon
Comfrey
Crampbark
Echinacea
Elder
Eucalyptus
Evening Primrose
Eyebright
Feverfew
Flax
Ginkgo biloba
Horehound
Hyssop
Juniper
Marshmallow Nettle
Pennyroyal
Peppermint
Plantain
Red raspberry
Rhubarb
Rose Hips
Rosemary
Sage
St. John's Wort
Skullcap
Slippery elm
Squawvine
Suma
Thyme
Uva ursi
Valerian
Wild yams
Wintergreen
Witch hazel
Wood betony
Yarrow
I agree with Cookie on this on. Herbs are medicines, they can have side effects. You need to read the info on any herbs before using them... There are alot of herbs that pregnant women cant take. there are some that will lower your blood pressure, and if you already have blood pressure issues, that can cause problems.
I'm definitely in agreement that herbs are medicines and do have side effects and drug interactions. Dosage is important also, some folks think that since it's natural they can use as much as they want and not overdose...not true. I am a big fan of herbs, they are wonderful as a natural alternative to drugs. All the herbs on our health wiki state their side effects and drug interactions. Research from more than one source is always recommended for additional information about the safety of herbs, supplements or drugs.
I'm definitely in agreement that herbs are medicines and do have side effects and drug interactions. Dosage is important also, some folks think that since it's natural they can use as much as they want and not overdose..
I was not aware that herbs also have some side effects. Thanks everybody and now onwards I will take care to study that ingredients before using it.
I was not aware that herbs also have some side effects. Thanks everybody and now onwards I will take care to study that ingredients before using it.
Medicine Savvyis a post that mentions drug and herb interactions, and the warning about eating grapefruit with medicines, just some simple safety advice.
jfh, I pretty much disagree about those tannin herbs you posted. Most of those herbs have been in combo formulas for years and years and are tried and true. I am an old fan of Jethro Kloss and his book "Back to Eden"
Ones I use are burdock, comfrey, chamomile. Ive never seen such restrictions.
I have seen excellent books and videos about herbal preparations. I don't know why you should have to pay for this... just look at youtube..
Some day I will get cullpepper's book, I also belong to an herbal forum...
One of the best is by herbalist Susan Weed. Do a search, it is easy to find.
I sometimes post on www.herbwifery.com
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Tannins are naturally occurring complex polyphenolics found in many plants, particularly those with a woody habit. Their main function in nature seems to be one of protection; animals are deterred from eating plants high in tannins because of the bitter, astringent taste. Tannins are complex compounds with molecular weights between 500 and 3,000. There are many different tannins, often divided into two groups: hydrolyzable tannins and condensed tannins. The most often observed property of all tannins is their affinity to bind with proteins, starches, cellulose and minerals. Tanners have taken advantage of this strong protein binding ability to produce leather from animal hides for centuries. https://www.widomaker.com/~jnavia/tannins/tannexpl.htm
Make your own herbal medicines
Think it might be of value.
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