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The American Botanical Council reports that rose petals have sedative, antiseptic, antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory, laxative,
cholesterol-lowering, and heart-supportive properties. An ointment called "Rosalin" was tested against several
microorganisms with positive results, particularly the treatment of acute radiodermatitis and radionecrosis. It also showed
benefits for cancer patients receiving radiation therapy. Psychological studies indicate that rose oil can induce "sweeter
dreams" and increase concentration and rate of work capacity.

Astringent and stimulant. It is thought to have many varied properties including those that are beneficial for pregnancy,
childbirth and breastfeeding. It is believed that raspberry leaf, if taken regularly through pregnancy and labour can: Ease the
symptoms of morning sickness. Sooth and prevent bleeding gums which many pregnant women often experience. Relax the
smooth muscles of the uterus when it is contracting (Burn & Withell, 1941). Assist with the birth of the baby and the placenta.
Calm cramping of the uterus. Provide a rich source of iron, calcium, manganese and magnesium. The magnesium content is
especially helpful in strengthening the uterine muscles. Raspberry leaf also contains vitamins B1, B3 and E which are valuable
in pregnancy. Raspberry leaf is also used for the following: To aid fertility. To promote a plentiful supply of breastmilk. To help
stop excess bleeding after birth. To treat diarrhoea. To regulate irregular menstrual cycle and decreases heavy periods. To
relieve sore throats. To reduce fever. It is thought that around one fifth of pregnant women take some form of raspberry leaf.
Women believe that it will shorten labour and make the birth easier. The use of this herb for remedial purposes dates back to the
sixth century and its benefits in childbirth have been recorded as a proven aid in maternity in the most ancient of herbal books.
This article is for information purposes only. Please consult your health care practitioner before taking raspberry leaf.

Patchouli has a sweet spicy aroma, with a hint of musk, used to stimulate the nervous system, lift depressed moods, relieve
stress and give a feeling of elation and wellbeing. Patchouli is believed to help balance the endocrine system, which in turn
balances the hormones of the body. The aroma assists the body to relax and promotes a feeling of peace. It also stimulates the
pituitary gland, which secretes endorphins, which are known for their ability to relieve pain and induce euphoria as well as
sexual feelings. Just sniffing the fresh leaves can give a feeling of rejuvenation when feeling worn out. Perhaps, we need to
appreciate the sense of smell and what it can do for us, by giving ourselves just a few seconds to enjoy the perfumes growing in
our garden; a natural way to relieve stress or pain and simply enhance our joy of life.

Pau d�arco is a tree found in the rainforests of Central and South America. Its common names include lapacho, taheebo and
trumpet tree. The inner bark of pau d�arco is used by native tribes to treat cancer, lupus, infectious diseases, wounds, backache,
toothache and sexually transmitted diseases. Pau d�arco is available in health food stores as capsules, tablets, alcohol
solutions, dried bark and tea. However, pau d�arco must be boiled for at least eight minutes to release the active ingredients,
making a tea from the bark ineffective unless properly prepared.
How is pau d�arco thought to treat cancer? The medicinal value of pau d�arco is thought to reside in certain compounds, called
naphthaquinones, in the inner bark. Proponents claim that naphthaquinones enhance the immune system, cleanse the body and
stimulate the production of red blood cells, which can increase the amount of oxygen the blood can carry contributing to
healing.
What has been proven about the benefit of pau d�arco? Naphthaquinones, the active commons in pau d�arco bark, have shown
potent antifungal properties in laboratory tests. These same compounds also have anticancer properties. Pau d�arco has killed
lung cancer cells grown in the laboratory and reduced the rate of lung tumor growth in mice. Unfortunately, it must be taken in
very toxic doses for any effects to occur. Because of the toxic effects, the National Cancer Institute did not seek approval to use
pau d�arco as an anticancer drug and research has, for the most part, ceased. The American Cancer Society urges patients to
avoid pau d�arco as an alternative treatment for cancer until more evidence is available.
What is the potential risk or harm of pau d�arco? The whole bark has no known side effects. The unrefined bark is much safer
than taking extracts of the active ingredients. High doses of naphthaquinones can cause uncontrolled bleeding, nausea and
vomiting.

Varieties of the passion flower, genus Passiflora, have found medicinal uses in various countries. The leaves and roots of the
Passiflora incarnata were long used by the Native Americans in North America. Passiflora edulis and a few other species are
used in Central and South America. The fresh or dried leaves are used to make a tea to treat insomnia, hysteria, and epilepsy.
Indigenous tribes throughout the Amazon have used passion flower leaves for its painkilling and sedative properties. The fruit
is used as a heart tonic and to calm coughs. The brightly-colored flowers and portions of the passion flower vine above
ground are used to derive medicinal compounds that relax the central nervous system (CNS) and promote emotional balance.
Passion flower extract has tranquilizing properties with mild sedative and anti-anxiety effects. It is valued because unlike most
sedative drugs, it has a non-addictive effect. The passion flower has an antispasmodic effect on smooth muscles within the
body, including the digestive system. It thus promotes digestion. It has worked well as an analgesic to treat sleeplessness
caused by an inflammation of the brain and nervous exhaustion. It has also been used to treat nervous, high-strung, and easily
excited children.

Orange peel contains compounds that lower blood pressure. The bitters in the herb stimulate appetite in people who have been
confined to bed for long periods. Orange peel powder is a better source of pectins that nourish symbiotic bacteria in the large
intestine than whole orange peel, but whole orange peel is a better source of the compounds that lower blood pressure.Medicinal
Precautions: Women who are trying to get pregnant should not take this herb.

Limited clinical trial data consist mostly of studies on the anti-inflammatory properties of the plant for skin, oral, and pharyngeal
conditions. Despite the lack of clinical data, the German Commission E approved mallow for treating irritation of oral and
pharyngeal mucosa, as well as for dry cough. Avoid use if allergic or hypersensitive to any components of the plant species.
Animal studies document that the plant may lower blood sugar levels; thus, use with caution in patients with diabetes or in those
sensitive to changes in blood glucose levels. 4

A decoction of the fruit is sweet. An energy restoring tonic, uses of the decoction include benefits to blood pressure and blood
cholesterol levels, enhanced function of liver and kidneys. Has been used to treat chronic fevers, internal hemorrhages,
nosebleeds, tuberculosis, coughs, and asthma. The fruit will treat diabetes, poor eyesight, vertigo, lumbago, impotence and
menopausal complaints. Decoction can be used topically to quell itchy skin conditions. Essential fatty acids are generally rare in
fruits. Lycii may prove useful to a reduction or reversal of cancer in an individual. The plant has a long history of medicinal use,
both as a general, energy restoring tonic and also to cure a wide range of ailments, as stated above, from skin rashes and
eyesight problems to diabetes. A tonic tea is made from the leaves.

Nettle is anti-asthmatic: the juice of the roots or leaves, mixed with honey or sugar, will relieve bronchial and asthmatic troubles
and the dried leaves, burnt and inhaled, will have the same effect. The seeds have also been used in consumption, the infusion
of herb or seeds being taken in wineglassful doses. The seeds and flowers used to be given in wine as a remedy for ague. The
powdered seeds have been considered a cure for goitre and efficacious in reducing excessive corpulency.
An efficient Hair Tonic can be prepared from the Nettle: Simmer a handful of young Nettles in a quart of water for 2 hours, strain
and bottle when cold. Well saturate the scalp with the lotion every other night. This prevents the hair falling and renders it soft
and glossy.

It has stimulant and slightly tonic properties, and is of value as a nervine and emmenagogue, having also diuretic and diaphoretic
action.
Its chief employment is as an emmenagogue, often in combination with Pennyroyal and Southernwood. It is also useful as a
diaphoretic in the commencement of cold.
It is given in infusion, which should be prepared in a covered vessel, 1 OZ. of the herb to 1 pint of boiling water, and given in 1/2
teaspoonful doses, while warm. The infusion may be taken cold as a tonic, in similar doses, three times daily: it has a bitterish and
aromatic taste.
As a nervine, Mugwort is valued in palsy, fits, epileptic and similar affections, being an old-fashioned popular remedy for epilepsy
(especially in persons of a feeble constitution). Gerard says: 'Mugwort cureth the shakings of the joynts inclining to the Palsie;'
and Parkinson considered it good against hysteria. A drachm of the powdered leaves, given four times a day, is stated by
Withering to have cured a patient who had been affected with hysterical fits for many years, when all other remedies had failed