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PROPERTIES & USES |
| 31) DILL (Anethum graveolens syn. Peucedanum graveolens) (Umbelliferae) |
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An
ancient Egyptian remedy in the Ebers papyrus (c. 1500 BC) recommends dill
as one of the ingredients in a pain-killing mixture. The Romans knew dill
as anethum, which latter became "anise". Dill has always been considered
a remedy for the stomach, relieving wind and calming the digestion. Dill's
essential oil relieves intestinal spasms and griping and helps to settle
colic, hence it is often used in gripe water mixtures. Chewing the seeds
improves bad breath. Dill makes a useful addition to cough, cold and flu
remedies, and is a mild diuretic. Dill increases milk production, and when
taken regularly by nursing mothers, helps to prevent colic in their babies.
MAIN
PROPERTIES: Digestive, antibacterial, antispasmodic, diuretic.
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| 32) EUCALYPTUS, BLUE GUM (Eucalyptus globules) (Myrtaceae)) |
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Eucalyptus
is native from Australia,India, where it comprises more than 75% of all
trees. A traditional aboriginal remedy, eucalyptus is a powerful antiseptic
used all over the world for relieving coughs and colds, sore throats and
other infections. The leaves cool the body and relive fever. Inhaling the
vapors of the essential oils heated in water, clears sinus and bronchial
congestions. Eucaliptol, one of the substances found in the essential oil,
is one of the main constituents of the many existing commercial formulas
of chest rubs for colds. The essential oil has also strong anti-biotic,
anti-viral and anti-fungal action. Eucalyptus is a common ingredient in
many over-the-counter cold remedies.
MAIN
PROPERTIES: Antiseptic, expectorant, stimulates local blood flow, anti-fungal.
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| 33) FENNEL (Foeniculum vulgare) (Umbelliferae) |
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Native
to the Mediterranean, fennel has spread to surrounding areas, including
India. Known to the Greeks and Romans, is was used as food, spice and medicine.
The primary use of fennel seeds is to relieve flatulence, but they also
settle colic, stimulate the appetite and digestion. Fennel is also diuretic
and anti-inflammatory. Like anise (Pimpinella anisum) and caraway (Carum
carvi), it has a calming effect on bronchitis and coughs. An infusion of
the seeds may be taken as a gargle for sore throats and as a mild expectorant.
Fennel increases breast-milk production and the herb is still used as an
eye wash for sore eyes and conjunctivitis. Essential oil from the sweet
variety is used for its digestive and relaxing properties.
MAIN
PROPERTIES: Digestive, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory.
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| 34) Frankincense - Liberation |
| Latin name: Boswellia species. Family name: Burseraceae. Frankincense oil is steam distilled from oleo-gum-resin of the tree and is imported from Africa. It has a spicy, balsamic aroma. Frankincense was known as one of the most precious substances to ancient man and is associated with religious practice. Some traditional uses: to calm, enhance meditation, elevate mind and spirit, help breathing, for psychic cleansing; for care of mature skin and scars. Emotional profile: for healing fears, grief, repressed feelings, self-destruction and dissociation/disconnection. Blends with: sandalwood, pine, vetiver, geranium, lavender, neroli, orange, bergamot, and basil. |
| 35) GARLIC (Allium sativum) (Liliaceae) |
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Original from Central Asia, garlic is now cultivated worldwide. It was widely known by the ancients, being found in Egyptian tombs and used by Greeks and Romans. Recognized for its pungent odor and taste, garlic is a powerful home medicine for the treatment for a host of health problems. It is one of the most effective anti-biotic plants available, acting on bacteria, viruses and alimentary parasites. It counters many infections, including those of the nose, throat and chest. Garlic is also known to reduce cholesterol, helps circulatory disorders, such as high blood pressure, and lower blood sugar levels, making it useful in cases of late-onset diabetes. MAIN PROPERTIES: Antibiotic, expectorant, diaphoretic, hypotensive, antispasmodic, expels worms. |