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	Health Insurance Quotes ! Specializing in Michigan and Ohio but available in all 50 states Individual Health Insurance Temporary Health Insurance Group Health Insurance Dental Insurance Home Remedies The following is a list of 151 natural, home remedies for everyday injuries, diseases, and ailments. All of the ingredients for the remedies are natural, and are available in most health food stores, and even some major supermarket chains. Many ingredients can also be grown at home, or are household products. These remedies, however, are not replacements for traditional medicine; they are just time and money saving alternatives. If there is a medical emergency, or symptoms persist for an excessive amount of time, please consult a doctor or go to the emergency room. The best medicine, however, is preventive medicine, so eat healthy, exercise, and take care of oneself before an illness takes hold. Abcess / Boils Abrasions (cuts, wounds) Aches Acne Afterbirth / Pain Age Spots Allergies Anemia Appetite Arteriosclerosis Arthritis Asthma Athlete's Foot Back Care Bad Breath Balding Bedsores Bedwetting Birth Defects Bites / Stings Bladder / Kidney Problems Bleeding / Hemorrhage Blisters Blood Pressure Body Odor / Perspiration Bone Knitting Brain Care Breast Care Bronchitis Bruises Bursitis Burns Cancer / Tumors Chicken Pox Choking Childbirth Circulation Cleansing (Colon) Colic Colds Colitis Constipation Convulsions Corns Cough Cradle Cap Cramps Croup Dandruff Dermatitis Diabetes Diaper Rash Diarrhea Dislocations Dizziness Dry Skin Ear Infections / Aches Eczema Emphysema Energy (or lack thereof) Eye Care Facial Care Fever Fingernails Foot Care Frostbite Gas Gout Hair Care / Loss Headaches Heartburn Heart Care Hemorrhoids Hepatitis Hernia / Rupture Hearing Problems Herpes Hiccups Hives Hoarseness / Laryngitis Hyperactivity Hypoglycemia Indigestion Inflammation Insomnia Itching Lactation Leg Pains Liver Care Lumbago Lungs Lupus Lymph Glands Measles Memory Menopause / Hot Flashes Menstruation Migraines Miscarriage Morning Sickness Motion Sickness Mouth Sores Mucus / Congestion Mumps Nausea Nerves Nightmares Nosebleed Osteoporosis Pain Parasites Pet Care Phlebitis Pituitary Pleurisy Poison Ivy Poisoning Polyps Pregnancy Tips Prickly Heat Prostate Gland Psoriasis Rashes Rheumatism Scarlet Fever Scars Senility Shingles Shock Skin Cracks Small Pox Smoking Sore Throat / Tonsilitis Snoring Spleen Care Sprains Sterility Stiff Neck Sties Stress Stretch Marks Sunburn Taste (loss of) Thyroid Care Tooth Care Ulcers Varicose Veins Venereal Disease Vomiting Warts Yeast Infection Abcess / Boils Apply cayenne extract, wintergreen oil, or a strong comfrey root tea to the boil or abcess. This will help bring the stigma to a head as well as aid the drying and mending process. Use these herbs or extract form: Mix one part lobelia with three parts mullein in a little warm water. Soak a clean cloth into the mixture and apply it to the sore to bring it to a head. Then puncture the wound lightly with a sterile needle. Wash gently. Apply garlic oil to prevent infection. When the redness has subsided apply vitamin E oil twice daily to aid healing. Drink comfrey root tea to speed healing action. Lecithin, zinc, and B-complex supplements taken daily will help prevent and remedy such sores. Abrasions (cuts, wounds) Apply aloe vera gel, vitamin E oil, or cod liver oil to the washed wound. To reduce infection and inflammation put garlic oil on a band aid and cover the wound. Sprinkle cayenne pepper on a small clean cut to stop the bleeding and knit the wound. Aches Apply lobelia or cayenne extract to the painful area to relax muscles and hasten healing. Apply moist heat directly to an ache and rest. Take the herbs lobelia or valerian root in capsules to relax the muscles and to ease the pain. Take B-complex, calcium, and cayenne supplements to heal muscles and to prevent recurring aches. Acne Gently scrub acne with a mixture of chickweed herb and water to reduce inflammation. Apply garlic oil and cayenne extract, or a redmond clay poultice to draw out toxins and to heal the acne. Avoid eating chocolate, fried food, and refined sugar. Take B-complex and zinc supplements daily to strengthen the skin's resistance to acne. The herbs cayenne, garlic, ginseng, burdock, and sarsparilla taken orally can help rid the skin of blemishes. Avoid overwashing the skin, this dries out the skin and irritates it. Afterbirth / Pain Make a strong tea of the herbs red raspberry, St.-John's-wort, valerian root, or wild yam. Drink this this after labor to reduce pain. Nutmeg tea will help to contract the uterus and to lessen bleeding. Take the herbs cayenne, yarrow, mistletoe, or corn silk in capsules to reduce bleeding. Both chlorophyll and the herb shepherd's-purse are rich in vitamin K. This makes them helpful in the clotting of blood. Age Spots Apply vitamin E oil or cod liver oil directly to age spots everyday to reduce colloration. Selenium and the herbs dandelion, ginseng, gotu kola, licorice, and sarsaparilla may prove helpful taken in capsules or drunk as teas. Allergies Make a tea of the herb goldenseal or eyebright. Strain, put the cooled tea in a dropper bottle. Use this as an eyewash to reduce the burning, watering, and the inflammation caused by many allergies. To build up resistance to allergies, diet is important. Avoid dairy products, sugar, and refined foods. Take vitamin C, pantothenic acid, and dolomite supplements. Parsley and bee pollen decrease allergic reactions. Take the herbs juniper and comfrey in capsules for prevention. Take cayenne pepper and garlic together to dry up the sinuses. Appetite A thiamine deficiency is often the cause of a loss of appetite. Take a thiamine supplement along with B-complex, vitamin A, zinc, niacin, and biotin. These work well together and help in the assimilation of the thiamine. Drink peppermint tea to help increase the appetite. Take the herb fennel in capsules to normalize the appetite. Any combination of the following will increase the appetite: barberry, garlic, ginseng, goldenseal, hops, horse radish, oatstraw, parsley, and safflower. The herb chickweed will decrease one's appetite. Arteriosclerosis A beneficial healing herbal combination is garlic, cayenne, and hawthorn. Garlic cleanses cholesterol from the bloodstream making deposits less sticky. Hawthorn regulates the blood pressure and strengthens the nerves to the heart making the heart stronger. Cayenne pepper helps to to cleanse the circulatory system, strengthen the pulse rate and regulate the heart and blood pressure. Cayenne will also increase the effectiveness of other herbs. Vitamin C helps to prevent blood clots and fatty deposits in the arteries. Lecithin will break up cholesterol and carry it away. Magnesium and calcium protect against fatty deposits. Stick to whole foods and a lowfat diet. Avoid white flour products, sugar laden, and oily foods. Garlic, onions, and eggplant have the wonderful ability to balance the cholesterol level. Pectin, in apples, helps to prevent the absorption of cholesterol. A B-6 complex deficiency when you are pregnant can cause arteriosclerosis in the infant. Arthritis To relieve pain and help in the healin process, apply one of these to the sore area: lobelia extract, cayenne extract, or halibut oil. Exercise moderately to ease stiffness. Much of the pain of arthritis is caused by a lack of minerals in one's diet. Take bonemeal and dolomite supplements daily to get these minerals.The herb oatstraw will help the body use the minerals. Alfalfa is very rich in minerals and vitamins. Drink alfalfa tea and take supplements. Parsley is high in nutrients, and would be a wise addition to one's diet. Be sure your daily vitamin supplement contains B-6, vitamin C, vitamin E, magnesium, and niacin. These will help prevent stiffness. The herbs yucca and burdock will help reduce inflammation and swelling. To ensure that you are getting plenty of the needed nutrients, add these foods to your diet: pecans, bananas, brewer's yeast, wheat germ, avocados, cherries, and green salads. Asthma Bee pollen is quite nutritionally rich, taking it daily will gradually chase away those allergens. Take cayenne and garlic to heal, comfort, and help build a strong constitution. Ginseng should be taken to help the body improve its capacity to resist and endure. It will also assist the endocrine glands in the assimilation of vitamins and minerals. Take plenty of vitamins A, D, and B-complex, PABA and pantothenic acid. Avoid dairy products which contribute to phlegm build-up. Take lobelia extract to lessen the severity of asthma attacks. Athlete's Foot Rub the affected area with white vinegar. Apply brewer's yeast and honey twice daily. Dust feet with cornstarch before putting on shoes or socks. Avoid plastic or vinyl shoes. Back Care Rub lobelia extract on sore muscles. Lobelia is a strong muscle relaxant. Prepare a strong comfrey tea and drink to reduce a swollen back. Take the herbs lobelia or valerian root with cayenne to relax the muscles, to help you rest, to relieve the pain, and to heal the injured area. Bad Breath Brush the teeth well and floss regularly. Cleanse the colon. Bad breath is often caused by toxins stored in the large intestine. To cover odor, eat parsley, drink peppermint tea, chew cloves, take chlorophyll, or gargle with barberry tea. Take acidophilus or chew uemboshi plums to improve intestinal flora. To insure proper digestion, chew food well, and drink water in between meals. Calcium, B-complex and C vitamins and the herb myrrh can prevent bad breath when taken daily. Balding Shampoo with a tea made from yarrow herb to open the pores and encourage hair growth. Drink yarrow to reduce balding. Take copper, insitol, vitamin B-complex, and vitamins C and E. Take the herb sage to encourage hair growth. Eat wakeme and hijiki seaweed to prevent balding. Bed Sores Apply pure honey, liquid lecithin, or zinc ointment to a clean sore. Dress it with a gauze bandage. Take vitamin C, A, and B-complex, as well as folic acid and zinc. Bedwetting Take the herbs corn silk and ursi to prevent bed wetting. Eat parsley or chew on cinnamon bark. Avoid sugary foods, chocolate, meat, fruit, or artificial additives. Birth Defects To improve the health of the reproductive system during pregnancy, drink red raspberry tea. Alfalfa, dandelion, and kelp prevent birth defects by providing a rich source of iron and iodine. Take extra vitamin E while pregnant to heal the reproductive organs. Avoid cigarette smoke, alcohol, sugar, drugs, and caffiene while pregnant. Alcohol is the leading cause of retardation in newborn babies. Bites / Stings Apply one of the following to bites or stings to reduce pain and swelling: aloe vera gel, garlic oil, baking soda and water, vinegar, honey, plaintain tea, or safflower oil. Use lemon juice and corn starch or lobelia extract and myrrh to relieve persistant pain and itch. Pennyroyal tea mixed with a drop of eucalyptus oil can be applied to the skin as an insect repellant. Dried tomato leaves can keep bugs out of your house when hung by windows. Taking garlic supplements, or eating garlic will lessen your chances of bug bites (and vampire bites). Bladder / Kidney Problems Take psyllium husk and water daily to cleanse the colon. A colon full of toxins puts pressure on the bladder and leads to infection. Avoid packaged douches, tight nylons or underwear, or satin underwear. Urinate before and after sexual intercourse. To cleanse the bladder and kidneys of excess mucus and irritants, take the herbs St.-John's-wort or alfalfa in capsule form. Drink dandelion and peach bark tea. Take garlic and goldenseal in addition to vitamin C to fight infection. Take dolomite and water to fight bladder infections. Eat whole fresh cranberries to cleanse the kidneys. The herbs blessed thistle and white oak bark work well together in capsules or as teas toward healing infection. Drink dolomite with water to heal bladder infections. Grind fresh cranberries in the blender and add to plain yogurt (or soy yogurt) and eat daily. The herbs buchu and ura ursi rid the bladder of excess mucus, infection, gravel, stones, and retained water. Bleeding / Hemorrhage Aply cayenne extract or powder to a small wound to stop the bleeding. Make a strong tea of one of the following: slippery elm, plantain, white oak bark, comfrey, nettle, or chaparral. Apply the tea directly to the wound to stop bleeding. Capsules of cayenne, bistort, goldenseal, white oak bark, yarrow, or comfrey can stop internal bleeding. The herb don quai, in capsule form, can break up blood clots. Consult a doctor if there is: Bleeding from the rectum, lungs, stomach, or uterus. Blood in the urine. Large wounds with uncontrollable bleeding. Blood in the vomit or mucus from a cough. Blisters Apply vitamin E oil or zinc ointment or aloe vera gel twice daily. Apply garlic oil to infected blisters. Blood Pressure High blood pressure results in part from a sodium-potassium imbalance caused by too much salt consumption. Bananas and whole wheat bread are rich in potassium to balance sodium levels. Stay away from salt, sugar, dairy products, processed food, and meats. Take valerian root to relax. Take dolomite in water. Exercise daily. Cayenne, garlic, and the herb passion flower regulate both high and low blood pressure. Ginseng, hyssop, and hawthorn, taken together, regulate high and low blood pressure. The herb barberry dilates the blood vessels and helps to bring high blood pressure down. vitamin E and zinc, taken daily, will help reduce high blood pressure. Body Odor / Perspiration Apply baking soda to clean arm pits and feet to reduce odor. Soak feet in warm water and horsetail herb tea. Cleanse the colon with chlorophyll enemas to rinse out toxins. Toxins in the colon spread odors throughout the body.<P. The herb yarrow will open pores and result in more perspiration. Bone Knitting Apply comfrey tea poultive to a bone fracture or break, also drink comfrey tea often. Take dolomite and bonemeal supplements to build bones. Valerian root and cayenne pepper, taken with vitamin C, will dull the pain and help to heal the bones. Serious breaks should be treated by a doctor, and put into a cast. Brain Care Optimal brain function is aided by a whole foods diet rich in protein, and avoid sugar, caffeine, additives, and preservatives. Take vitamin C, E, and B-complex. The herbs gotu kola and ginseng help to strengthen the memory. Breast Care Apply one of the following to sore, inflammed nipples: cod liver oil, white oak bark tea, vitamin E oil, garlic oil, or parsley leaves that have been steeped in white vinegar for five minutes. Refer to the Women's Health section for instructions on how to perform a monthly breast exam. Drink red raspberry tea to keep the breasts healthy. Bronchitis Rub the throat and chest with garlic oil or cayenne extract to loosen congestion and lessen coughs. Take garlic, cayenne, and ginger together to clean and heal the bronchial tubes. An herbal mix of lobelia, eucalyptus, and comfrey will relax the system, loosen congestion, and reduce coughing. Mullein or peppermint tea lessen the severity of the symptoms. Capsules of juniper berries will dilate the bronchial tubes and reduce inflammation Bruises Apply cold water or ice to bruises to reduce inital swelling. Steep mullein flowers in olive oil and apply to bruises as an ointment. Apply a tea of: comfrey, hops, hyssop, white oak bark, aor St.-John's-wort. Take lobelia and comfrey in capsules to help heal a bruise. To prevent from bruising easily, take a bioflavanoid supplement. Bursitis Apply ice to the injured area to relieve pain and inflammation. Soak a cloth in strong comfrey or mullein tea and apply often to the injured area. Apply lobelia extract to the joint to prevent stiffness, crippling, and to relax the joint and ease the pain. Drink an herbal tea of chamomile, hops, and skullcap to speed the healing process. Cayenne and lobelia taken in capsules will help to heal and reduce inflammation. The herbal mixture of alfalfa, comfrey, and chaparral decreases soreness and soothes inflammation. Burns Immediately apply cold water cloths to burns to prevent further tissue damage. Throughout the first day, continually apply aloe vera gel or cucmber juice. Treat the burn with vitamin E, cod liver oil, honey, plain yogurt, or a strong, cold herbal tea of plantain, comfrey, burdock, or pennyroyal. Apply garlic oil to an infected burn. If skin is broken, soak a clean cloth in red raspberry or slippery elm tea and apply to the burn. Drink aloe vera juice to hasten healing. Avoid lanolin lotions, because lanolin intensifies a burn. See a doctor if you have serious or extensive burns. Cancer / Tumors The following herbal teas may be applied topically to reduce swelling: pokeweed, mullein, and lobelia, or plantain and horseradish. The herbs pokeweed, red clover, chaparral, and yellow dock may be taken together in capsules to purify the blood and break up tumors or growths. Take the herb taheebo to dull the pain. Drink a strong tansy tea to soothe symptoms and promote healing. To prevent certain cancers, abstain from eating meat products, smoking, and alcohol. Chicken Pox A warm bath with one of the following herbs in it: ginger, goldenseal, burdock, or yellow dock will soothe itching and rash. Apply garlic oil, vitamin E oil, or liver oil to sores. To relieve a fever, take either cayenne or lobelia extract in water. Take garlic capsules to fight infection. Drink saffron and snake root tea to lessen the severity of the symptoms. Choking A person is choking when food lodges in the throat and no air can pass through. A choking person can't cough or talk. To dislodge food or an object from the throat, place your fist above the victim's navel and below the rib cage. Push up forcefully with an upward thrust. Repeat if necessary. Childbirth Drinking raspberry tea during pregnancy strengthens the uterus which will coordinate contractions and shorten labor. Take the herbs cramp bark and wild yam together to relieve leg pains and to prevent miscarriages. The herb corn silk can bring about labor and reduce bleeding after labor. Nutmeg tea helps the uterus to contract and lessens afterbirth bleeding. Take the herb thyme in a tea to help expel the placenta. Apply myrrh to the newborn's navel after the cord has been removed to prevent infection. Take St.-John's-wort in capsules to relieve afterpain. The herbs pennyroyal and mistletoe may induce abortion by causing uterine contractions and miscarriage. Circulation Massage the body with cayenne extract to improve circulation. Sprinkle powdered cayenne pepper into socks and gloves to keep the feet and hands warm. Take vitamins C and E to improve circulation. Cleansing (Colon) Take psyllium seed with lots of water at night to cleanse the colon of mucus, toxins, stored wastes, and parasites. Take acidophilus in capsule form to control harmful bacteria and to prevent gas, bad breath, bloating, and constipation. Drink lots of water to cleanse the system Add 3 T. of ginger root to a warm bath to open the pores and rid the body of toxins. Colic Rob lobelia extract or hops tea on the babies spine to relax it. Give the baby a mild tea of peppermint, catnip, fennel, or hops. The lack of vitamin B6 may promote colic in a baby. To get vitamin B6, feed the baby creamed brown rice or brewer's yeast in applesauce. Sugar worsens the colic symptoms. Feed the baby no sugar, and if breast-feeding, the mother should also avoid sugar. Colds Sniff peppermint oil vapor to open sinuses. Rub cayenne, garlic oil and lobelia onto the throat for relief from coughs, congestion, or sore throats. Take large amount of vitamin C. Vitamin C prevents viruses and bacteria from reproducing and also neutralizes harmful bacteria by reducing mucus in the cells. Take Co-enzyme Q10 to aid the effects of vitamin C. Garlic, cayenne, and goldenseal act as natural antibiotics and fight infection and reduce fever. Alfalfa halts sneezing attacks and clears sinuses. The herb fenugreek in capsules eases sinus headaches. The herb comfrey in tea or capsules soothes upset stomachs. Honey and lemon juice soothe sore throats and ease coughs. Dairy products cause excess mucus build up, and sould be avoided during a cold. Colitis Take papaya or peppermint with garlic or goldenseal to stimulate digestion and relieve inflammation. The herbs myrrh, slippery elm, and white oak bark taken separately will soothe and heal an inflammed intestine. Psyllium and water will cleanse the colon and relieve constipation. Take vitamins A, E, K, and B-complex to hasten the healing process. The consumption of white flour products is a major contributor to the symptoms of colitis. Avoid bleached flour and refined foods. Constipation Exercise daily, especially brisk walking or jogging. Take the herbs psyllium, slippery elm, or fenugreek in capsules to lubricate, cleanse, and heal the colon. The herb cascara sagrada will relax, soothe, and strengthen the bowel tone. The following herbs are mild stool softeners and laxatives and may be taken individually or in combination: red clover, turkey rhubarb, comfrey, and don quai. Licorice and dandelion teas may be given to constipated babies or children. Take cayenne pepper in capsules to relieve bleeding hemorrhoids. Liquid chlorophyll helps to keep the bowels functioning properly. Drink aloe vera juice to improve intestinal flora and to alleviate constipation. Acidophilus capsules comfort spastic colons and promote healthy intestinal flora. Eat plently of fiber and whole wheat products with plenty of water to prevent constipation. Dried fruits like prunes, raisins, and dates are high fiber snacks. Convulsions To be added. Corns Prepare a strong chamomile tea. Apply it to the corn frequently and cover with gauze to keep it clean. Cough Rub the throat with eucalyptus oil, lobelia extract, garlic oil, or a natural vapor rub. This will help expel mucus, relax the body, and reduce inflammation of the throat. Gargle with a strong tea made from sage leaves and elder blossoms. Add a drop of almond oil, oil of clove and some honey. This soothes the throat and lessens the severity of the cough. Inhale the steam from a strong coltsfoot tea. Drink the tea with honey and lemon to further soothe the throat. The herbs garlic, lobelia, comfrey and licorice work well together to combat coughing. A strong tea of red raspberry, honey suckle, or licorice with honey also soothes the throat. Make a cough syrup out of the juice of a baked onion, strong comfrey tea, and honey. Take as needed. Cradle Cap Apply vitamin E or cod liver oil to the dry, flaky, scalp. Brush lightly with a soft bristled brush. Give the baby a drop of cod liver oil in some milk daily. Cramps Massage lobelia extract into any area that is cramped. Drink a tea of red raspberry leaves to prevent and reduce the severity of menstrual cramps. Take the herb hops in capsules or drink as a tea to calm the entire system. Drink a tea of comfrey leaves and alfalfa to lessen the pain of muscle cramps. Chamomile and peppermint tea relieve stomach cramps. Dolomite and vitamin E can help arm and leg cramps. Croup During an attack turn on the shower to hot, and place the child in the steam filled room until the coughing subsides. The steam helps to loosen phlegm and congestion and aid in free breathing. Put lobelia extract on the child's throat, chest, and back to relax the muscles. Apply a cold cloth to the throat to reduce swelling. To reduce coughing, inflammation, and pain, drink lobelia extract in water. Drink lemon juice and honey to soothe the throat. Dandruff Apply a strong tea of yarrow and chaparral to the scalp, and also drink the tea. Mix 3 T. of vinegar in one cup of water and rinse the hair with it. This removes shampoo residues that cause scalp irritation. Apply a tea of warm water, sage and rosemary to the scalp. Brush cornmeal through the hair to reduce excess oil. Take B6 and PABA to prevent dandruff. Dermatitis Apply aloe vera gel, cod liver oil, or vitamin E oil to the affected areas. Redmond clay, yellow dock, red clover, chickweed, and dandelion taken in capsules help heal dermatitis. Diabetes Take extra potassium, and vitamins E, C, and B-complex to help keep the blood sugar at a healthy level. The herbs licorice, juniper, goldenseal, ura ursi, buchu, and cayenne may be taken in capsules to help heal diabetes. Take garlic pills to keep blood sugar levels down. Diaper Rash Apply garlic oil, aloe vera gel, vitamin E oil, lecithin, zinc ointment, cod liver oil, or mullein oil to the affected area. Give the baby a little cod liver orally twice a day to speed recovery. Diarrhea Drink red raspberry, slippery elm, comfrey, or clove tea to lessen cramping, and to balance the bowel movements. The herbal tea mullein or slippery elm may be dilutes and used as enemas. Take acidophilus tablets and eat a teaspoon of nutmeg three times a day to form a healthy stool. Eat carob and bananas to assist in balancing the stool's consistency. Dislocations Immediately apply a hot wet cloth to the injury for twenty minutes. Then pour cold water on the area to contract the muscle. Keep the bone in its proper position and consult a doctor. Take lobelia and cayenne to relax the muscles, ease the pain, and speed the healing process. Bonemeal and dolomite help to strengthen the bones and prevent relapses. Dizziness Sit with the head between the knees to return the blood to the head. Use acupressure by squeezing the skin between the eyebrows with the thumb and index finger, Drink peppermint or chamomile tea to relax the system. Take a tablespoon of equal parts honey and apple cider vinegar twice daily to prevent dizzy spells. Dry Skin Apply cod liver oil, vitamin E oil, aloe vera gel, or honey to dry skin patches. Apply aloe vera gel after every shower or bath. Apply olive oil to a baby's dry skin. Take the herb don quai in capsules to moisten the skin. Take vitamins E and cod liver oil to make the skin soft and healthy. Ear Infections / Aches Drop garlic oil or lobelia extract into the ear and gently massage. Repeat four to five times a day. Apply ice to the ear to constrict the blood supply to the area and reduce the pain. Then apply a hot baked onion to the ear to reduce inflammation. Take lobelia extract in water to ease and relax the system. Take the herb hops in capsules or tea to heal an earache. Eczema Apply aloe vera gel, cod liver oil, or strawberry leaf tea to the irritated areas. Make a strong tea from comfrey, goldenseal, slippery elm, burdock and dandelion. Apply this to the skin four to six times a day. Take extra zinc, iron, and vitamins A, D, E, and B-complex to speed recovery. Drink aloe vera juice to cleanse the systema. Avoid dairy products. They may cause or irritate eczema. Emphysema Rub the chest with garlic oil or eucalyptus oil to loosen phlegm. Drink a tea of garlic, rose hips, and fennnel to ease coughing spells and promote healing. Take the herbs confrey and fenugreek in capsules to loosen phlegm. The herbs marshmallow root, mullein, comfrey, chickweed, and slippery elm all work well together to ease the symptoms of emphysema. Energy The herbs licorice and cayenne in capsules act as a mild stimulant. The herbs ginseng, bee pollen, bayberry, dandelion, alfalfa, and brigham tea help to promote energy and vitality. The herb hawthorn taken with garlic or cayenne helps strengthen the heart. Avoid refined sugars that weaken the metabolism Eye Care Place a slice of cucumber over each eye fro relief from irritation and to get rid of dark circles under the eyes. Make a tea from any of these herbs: eyebright, goldenseal, witch hazel, or strawberry leaves. Use the cooled tea as an eyewash to reduce irritation. To reduce the swelling of a black eye, apply a cloth that has been soaked in hyssop or witch hazel tea. Apply vitamin E to wrinkles around the eyes to reduce puffiness. The herbs fennel and eyebright taken in capsules strengthen the eyes and assist in fighting cataracts and glaucoma. Take cod liver oil and B-complex to strengthen the eyes. Facial Care Apply aloe vera gel to freshly washed skin to keep it moist and smooth. Prepare a facial of any one of the following: pure honey, oatmeal, plain yogurt, pureed strawberries, chamomile tea, wheat germ oil, or sunflower seed oil and water. Apply the mixture to face and leave on for fifteen minutes. Rinse with cold water. Use unscented facial products, and wash the face with aloe vera soaps. Fever Add 4 T. grated ginger to a warm bath. Soak in this to open the pores and promote perspiration to rid the body of toxins. Prepare a tea from parsley or red raspberry and dirnk often to bring the fever down. Also drink plenty of fluids. Take the combination of garlic and cayenne to promote healing and fight infection. Take burdock, yarrow, goldenseal, dandelion, or echinacea to reduce fever. Fingernails Apply vitamin E oil to split fingernails. vitamin E, cod liver oil, iron, and dolomite taken internally help to build strong fingernails. The herbs horsetail, oatstraw, comfrey, alfalfa, sage, and chamomile taken in capsules also help to strengthen nails. Foot Care Sprinkle cayenne pepper into socks to keep the feet warm. Rub baking powder onto the feet to avoid odors and keep the feet dry and clean. Take zinc supplements to fight foot odor. Drink strong horsetail tea to alleviate chronic foot odor. Frostbite Apply an ointment made by soaking mullein flowers in olive oil for fifteen minutes to the affected area. Repeat as needed. If the area becomes infected, apply garlic oil. Drink lobelia extract in water to lessen the pain. Eat fresh garlic, or garlic tablets to fight infection. See your doctor for serious cases of frostbite. Gas Take an enema of the herbal tea catnip for prompt gas relief. Eat dried papaya or drink papaya juice and peppermint tea to relieve gas pain. Take the following herbs in combination to alleviate stomach and colon gas: ginger, bayberry, wild yam, horseradish, ginseng, sage, psyllium, garlic, and safflower. Gout Apply a strong elm leaf tea to the painful area to relieve pain and inflammation. Take the herb safflower in capsules to heal gout. Drink unsweetened cherry juice to relieve the symptoms of gout. See "arthritis" Gout is a form of arthritis. Hair Care / Loss Occasionally cleanse the hair with white vinegar to rid it of shampoo and chemical residues. Rinse hair with a tea of yucca, sage, rosemary, or chamomile for added lustre and shine. Apply pureed carrots to oily hair, pureed avocado to dry hair, or pureed cucumber to regular hair. Leave on for fifteen minutes and then rinse with cold water. Rinse the hair with peppermint or spearmint tea to improve circulation Apply a mixture of raw egg and olive oil to the hair to prevent hair loss. Apply vitamin E oil or cod liver oil to dry, itchy scalp.<P. Take PABA to control dandruff. Take pantothenic acid to thicken hair, repair split ends, and moisturize dry hair. Headaches Massage lobelia, cayenne, or valerian extract into the temples, forehead, neck, and shoulders. Drink a tea of peppermint and chamomile with lobelia extract to relax the head. Mix powdered wintergreen with white vinegar and drink it to relieve headaches fast. Wintergreen and vinegar is comparable to aspirin. Take the herb willow bark in capsules for relief. Willow bark contains salicin, which is the main component of aspirin. The following herbs also relieve headache pain: lobelia, valerian, cayenne, hops, wild lettuce, wood betony, thyme, fenugreek, and ginger. The herb passion flower in capsules helps to relieve stress headaches. Heartburn Drink aloe vera juice, peppermint tea, or papaya juice. Papaya may also be taken in capsules to bring fast relief. The herbs cayenne, thyme, comfrey, and pepsin may also be taken to alleviate symptoms. Avoid fatty or fried foods, and exercise regularly. Heart Care See a doctor if you have the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, and sweating, accompanied by a pain in the chest and the left shoulder and arm. Take dolomite to normalize cholesterol levels and to promote a healthy heart. The following herbs help to strengthen the heart and to cleanse the arteries and lower the blood pressure: hawthorn, garlic, and cayenne. Take lecithin, pectin, or alfalfa to lower the cholesterol level. Take the herb lobelia in small doses to control heart palpitations. The herb shepherd's-purse will slow heart palpitations if taken in small doses. Large doses may promote palpitations. Take small doses of the herb bayberry to excite the heart. Take large doses to slow the heart. Exercise regularly to strengthen the cardiovascular system. Hemorrhoids Directly apply cayene extract or vitamin E oil to relieve itch and inflammation. Prepare a strong tea of witch hazel, slippery elm, goldenseal, or white oak bark and soak a clean cloth in it. Apply to the sore area. Chop up a cabbage and sit on it. This will soothe the hemorrhoids and the cabbage juice will draw toxins from the sores. Take cayenne pepper in capsules to relieve pain and bleeding. Drink witch hazel and comfrey tea to alleviate bleeding. Take the supplements rutin and bioflavanoids to prevent hemorrhoids. Take the herbs psyllium and turkey rhubarb with water to soften the stool Hepatitis To help shake the symptoms, take the herbs barberry, cascara sagrada, and dandelion in capsules. Take a supplement of copper and sulfur. Hernia / Rupture Prepare a strong tea of the herb rupturewort. Soak a clean cloth in the tea and apply it to the injury. Take rupturewort in capsules to hasten healing. Take cayenne pepper in capsules to hasten healing. Hearing Problems Avoid using cotton swabs to clean the ears. They push against the ear drum and can cause damage to the membrane. They also push dirt further into the ear canal. Drop lobelia extract into the ear to relax the nerves. Use garlic oil to reduce inflammation. These will reduce ringing in the ears and will fight infection. Put a drop of glycerol into the ear to soften ear wax so that it may fall out of the ear. Take lecithin and garlic supplements to fight ear infections. Herpes Apply vitamin E oil twice a day to encourage the healing process. Vitamin E oil may also be taken in capsules to hasten healing Take lysine supplements. This is a natural antibody that wil destroy harmful bacteria and bring about a gradual healing of the disease. The herb taheebo may be taken in capsules to defend the body against disease by purifying the blood and by giving natural energy. Herpes sufferers should avoid peanuts and peanut products because they are rich in arginine, an amino acid which impedes the natural lysine in the body. Hiccups Drink lobelia extract in water to relax the throat and diaphragm. Drink a glass of water or orange juice without taking a breath. Hold your breath as long as possible. Hives Apply aloe vera gel or vitamin E oil twice daily. Take vitamin C, E, and zinc supplements every day. Take cayenne pepper in capsules to speed healing. Hoarseness / Laryngitis Rub the throat with lobelia extract. Prepare a strong tea of the herbs licorice, comfrey or hops. Drink or gargle. Take horseradish in capsules to soothe the larynx. Drink lobelia extract in capsules to soothe the throat. Hyperactivity Avoid chocolate, sugar, additives, aspirin, and artificial flavors and colors; especially red dye. Stick to whole foods and low-sugar foods. Take extra B-complex and thiamine to help normalize the nervous system. Drop a little lobelia extract into water and drink to relax the system. Drink "near-beer" from health food stores, or any non-alcoholic beverage the contains hops, which helps in calming the system. Hypoglycemia Avoid alcohol, sweets, and caffeine. These cause headaces and other hypglycemic symptoms. Eat frequent, small meals, and snack on nuts and seeds between mealtimes to maintain the blood sugar. The following herbs help to relieve hypoglycemic symptoms: licorice, juniper berries, garlic, dandelion, cayenne, alfalfa, kelp, hawthorn, and horse radish. Juniper berries help to strengthen the kidneys and adrenal glands, and assist in preventing hypoglycemia. Take valerian root to ease headache pain. Take calcium and vitamins B-complex, C, and E to promote endurance. Indigestion Drink aloe vera juice, papaya juice, or peppermint, chamomile, comfrey, or red raspberry tea to soothe the entire digestive tract. The following herbs taken in capsules will help heal the stomach: horse radish, papain, garlic, comfrey, thyme, wintergreen, cayenne, ginger, and red raspberry. Inflammation Apply garlic oil to the inflammed area. Cover with gauze to keep clean. Make a strong tea of comfrey or fenugreek. Soak a cloth in the tea and apply to the sore area. Apply a poultice of redmond clay to the wound. This will draw infection from the body. Take vitamin C to prevent bacteria from multiplying. Take garlic, myrrh, cayenne, goldenseal, or yucca to clear up an infection. Insomnia Sprinkle the herb basil in a warm bath and soak in it before bedtime to relax. Drink warm milk, chamomile, peppermint, or lobelia tea before bedtime to encourage sleepiness. The herbs hops, valerian, lobelia, scullcap, and passion flower may be taken together or separately to help relax the whole system and to calm the heart and nerves. Take iron, calcium, and potassium to encourage sleep. Itching Apply wheat germ oil, aloe vera gel, vitamin E oil, cod liver oil, witch hazel tea, or fresh lemon juice to the irritated area. Sprinkle the herbs yellow dock or peppermint into your bath water to reduce itching. Take the herbs plantain, yellow dock, chickweed, burdock, or goldenseal in capsules to eliminate annoying itch. Lactation Prepare a warm tea from the herb red raspberry or marshmallow root. Drink often to enrich and increase the flow of breast milk. The following herbs may be taken together or separately to improve the flow of milk as well as to enrich the milk: alfalfa, black walnut, fennel, horsetail, blessed thistle, comfrey, irish moss, and oatstraw. Papaya juice mixed with goat's milk makes an easily digested milk that can be used to wean an infant. Leg Pains Massage lobelia into the painful areas. Take cayenne and lobelia to heal. Take bonemeal, dolomite, and vitamin E supplements to relieve persistent pain. Liver Care Avoid alcohol. Alcohol irritates the liver. Take the herbs dandelion and yellow dock to cleanse the liver and to purify the blood. The herb horse radish will help to reduce the size of a swollen liver. Drink strawberry leaf tea or peppermint tea to help heal liver ailments. For jaundice and cirrhosis, take vitamin E to aid with fat absorption. The herbs blessed thistle, cascara sagrada, garlic, fennel, safflower, barberry, catnip, and ginger may be taken in capsules to hasten the healing of liver ailments. Lumbago The herbs oatstraw, comfrey, slippery elm, and valerian root work well together to combat the symptoms of lumbago. Take dolomite and vitamins E and B-complex to hasten healing. Lungs The herb pleurisy root helps heal all lung ailments. The herbs lobelia, thyme, and St.-John's-wort in capsules help the lungs to expel mucus. Chickweed, mullein, cayenne, bayberry, and yarrow are herbs that reduce bleeding in the lungs. The herbs marshmallow root, eucalyptus, and licorice may be taken in capsules together or separately to help heal and soothe the lungs. Drink comfrey or fenugreek tea to soothe the lungs. Lupus Take the supplements bonemeal, dolomite, PABA, pantothenic acid, and vitamins A, C, D, and E. Consume foods that are rich in vitamin A, such as carrots, tomatoes, pink grapefruit, and red peppers. Lymph Glands Take the herbs myrrh and echinacea together in capsules to help cleanse the system and reduce glandular swelling. Measles Place equal portions of the herbs burdock, yellow dock, and goldenseal into a cheese cloth. Place this in a warm bath and soak in the brew to relieve irritated skin. Apply garlic oil to the affected areas to prevent infections. Soak in a warm bath of ginger and water to draw toxins from the body. Take garlic and valerian to fight infection and bring sleep. The herbs yarrow and lobelia in capsules help heal and relax the body. Drink saffron and snake root tea to speed the healing process. Memory Take the herbs ginseng and gotu kola together in capsules to prevent senility, improve the memory, and to promote mental endurance. B-complex, choline, and thiamine supplements will help normalize the nervous system and regulate nerve impulses to the brain. Avoid chocolate, sugar, alcohol, and smoking. These will irritate the entire nervous system. Menopause / Hot Flashes The following herbs taken in any combination will help to regulate the hormones that cause menopausal symptoms: damiana, life root, motherwort, black cohosh (natural estrogen) don quai, passion flower, sarsparilla, and ginseng. The herb valerian root may be taken in capsules to stop headaches and to promote sleepiness. Avoid caffeine as this will aggravate the symptoms. Menstruation Take cayenne pepper in capsules to regulate the blood flow. The herb goldenseal taken with very small doses of mistletoe will reduce the blood flow. The herbs chamomile, parsley, squaw vine, and safflower will promote blood flow. The following herbs alleviate the symptoms of cramps, leg, back, and headaches: hops, false unicorn, blessed thistle, and blue cohosh. Chlorophyll will help replace the calcium that is lost during menstruation. Migraines Daily supplements of dolomite and B-complex will assist in the prevention of migraines. A cup of chamomile tea everyday will also help prevent migraines. The following herbs help to ward off migraines: lobelia, fenugreek, thyme, wood betony, fennel, garlic, chamomile, cayenne, and blessed thistle. Valerian root, cayenne, and wild lettuce taken together will reduce the pain and assist in the healing. Miscarriage The herbs cramp bark and hawthorn may be taken in capsules to help prevent miscarriages. The herbs red raspberry, false unicorn, and lobelia help to strengthen the uterus which will assist in shortening labor. Take them regularly during pregnancy. The herbs catnip and cayenne in capsules help to prevent morning sickness. The herbs bayberry and mistletoe help in stopping bleeding from the uterus. Morning Sickness A deficiencey of calcium, B-complex, and B6 vitamins often cause nausea which leads to vomiting. Drink a tea of red raspberry, peach leaf, alfalfa, peppermint, or ginger to help settle the stomach. Motion Sickness Tape a pickled umeboshi plum to the navel to prevent nausea. Begin taking vitamin B6 three days before your trip. Drink peppermint tea to calm the stomach. Mouth Sores Apply one of the following remedies to the sore: plain yogurt, aloe vera gel, garlic oil, liquid acidophilus culture, pure vanilla, or vitamin E oil. The powdered form of myrrh or white oak bark can be mixed with vitamin E oil and applied to very painful or persistent canker sores. Take plenty of acidophilus culture and avoiding acidic foods (like coffee and soda) will help prevent mouth sores. Mouth sores are also caused by an acidic stomach. To reduce inflammation and bleeding, rinse and gargle with one of the following: red raspberry, goldenseal, white oak bark, witch hazel, bistort, myrrh, comfrey, or wintergreen. Take zinc, B-complex, vitamin E, and bioflavanoids supplements to speed healing. Mucus / Congestion Apply cayenne extract or garlic oil to the chest to help relive congestion. Put peppermint or eucalyptus oil on a cloth and sniff it to help clear sinus congestion. Inhale the vapors of a tea of coltsfoot or mullein to open up the sinuses. Take garlic and cayenne in capsules to prevent congestion and to expel excess mucus. Take juniper berries in capsules to prevent excess mucus from forming. The herbs licorice or chickweed may be taken in teas or capsules to expel mucus from the respiratory tract. Yarrow clean mucus from the bladder, while St.-John's-wort cleans the bowels and urinary tract of mucus. The herbs comfrey, hyssop, fenugreek, thyme, and slippery elm together in capsules expel mucus from the digestive, and respiratory tracts and clear the sinuses. Avoid dairy products, chocolate, and fried foods, and smoking, as they will increase mucous secretion. Mumps Add three tablespoons of grated ginger root to a warm bath. Soak in this to rid the body of toxins. Soak a cloth in mullein tea and apply the cloth to the mumps to reduce swelling. Rub the spine with lobelia extract to help relax the spine. The herbs mullein and scullcap will help to heal and reduce swelling when taken orally. Take garlic and goldenseal in capsules to rid the body of infections and strengthen the natural defenses. Take lobelia and valerian to relax the system. Nausea To reduce upset stomach and vomiting take the following herbs as teas: red raspberry, ginger, peppermint, alfalfa, peach leaf, slippery elm, basil, or catnip. For relief of nausea chew ginger sticks or drink ginger tea. To prevent nausea take wild yam and vitamin B6 supplements. Nerves To heal the nervous system, prevent fatigue, eliminate hyperactivity, and calm emotions, take vitamin B6 and thiamine daily. Drink the following teas to relax the system and calm the nerves: chamomile, peppermint, spearmint, hops, catnip, horsetail, marshmallow or peach leaf. Drop primrose oil onto the tongue to calm nervous spasms. Nightmares Drink a tea made of hops or nettle to prevent night sweats. Take the herbs lobelia, scullcap, and yarrow in capsules to relax the mind before sleeping. Calcium, and vitamin D supplements are helpful in the prevention of nightmares. Nosebleed Nosebleeds can be prevented by eating leafy green vegetables and by taking chlorophyll supplements. Both are rich in vitamin K. To reduce bleeding, take these herbs in combination: cayenne, goldenseal, or white oak bark. Osteoporosis Bonemeal and dolomite contain calcium and magnesium. Take daily supplements to increase bone density. Animal protein causes calcium to be passed through the system through urination. Cut down on or eliminate the consumption of meat. Eat lots of green vegetables. Pain For quick relief, drink a strong tea made of St.-John's-wort, or lobelia, valerian, or cayenne extracts. Drink chamomile or peppermint tea for a mild sedative. Use the herbs valerian root, lobelia, cayenne, wild lettuce, or fenugreek to reduce pain and relax the system. Take vitamins E and C to reduce leg and calf pain. Parasites To prevent worms in kids and pets, drop a little black walnut extract into the mouth every few months for several days. Drink aloe vera juice to cleanse worms from the system. Many herbs have the ability to cleanse the body of worms. Some herbs are: garlic, taheebo, herbal pumpkin, cascara sagrada, papaya, bistort, sage, black walnut, chamomile, primrose root, and male fern. Eat pumpkin seeds and fresh garlic clovs to rid the body of parasites. Pet Care To clean a pet's system of worms, add papaya juice, black walnut extract, or garlic cloves to his diet for one week per month. Give your pet brewer's yeast or desicated liver supplements to prevent fleas and produce a shiny, healthy coat. To rid a pet of tumors, add vitamin C to the diet. Phlebitis Appy vitamin E oil, or garlic oil to the affected area to reduce swelling and inflammation. Teas made from horse radish, chamomile, comfrey, poke weed, or wintergreen also may be applied to aid in healing. Take the herbs goldenseal or garlic to reduce inflammation. Take dolomite, and vitamins C and E to prevent blood clots, lessen pain, and speed healing. Pituitary Kelp, alfalfa, ginseng, gotu kola, yellow dock, parsley, and cayenne are herbs that will help to strengthen the pituitary gland. The herb lobelia will stimulate an underactive pituitary while the herb licorice will lessen an overactive pituitary gland. Vitamins C and E work well with PABA and lecithin to normalize the pituitary. Pleurisy Make a rub using equal parts of lobelia, cayenne, and slippery elm tea. Mix them with cod liver oil and apply to the chest three to four times daily. Take the herb pleurisy root in capsules or as a tea to relax, heal, and reduce inflammation. Poison Ivy To stop itching and reduce blistering, apply one of the following to the skin: baking soda and water, aloe vera gel, lobelia extract, or jewelweed juice. Take the herb goldenseal and vitamin C daily to reduce inflammation. The herbs burdock and yellow dock will also promote healing when taken daily. Poisoning Immediately after poison is ingested, take activated charcoal to absorb poisons and pass them through the system. Take large doses of the herb lobelia to induce vomiting. To combat blood poisoning take the herbs chickweed, chamomile, or echinacea root. Eat two heads of iceberg lettuce to combat ptomaine poisoning. Take vitamin A, C, and D along with folic acid to speed healing. See a doctor if a harmful toxin is ingested, or there is a drug overdose. Polyps Take vitamins C and E to clear up polyps and prevent lesions. To heal nose polyps mix equal parts of these powdered herbs:bayberry, bloodroot, and black pepper. Snuff the mixture up the nose frequently. Pregnancy Tips The herbs wild yam, red raspberry, false unicorn, and hawthorn will strengthen the uterus muscles, prevent miscarriage, and ward off cramps. Take cod liver oil, iodine, and iron to prevent morning sickness, and birth defects in your infant. Take dandelion, kelp, and alfalfa to provide minerals and keep weight off the hips. Alcohol consumption is the leading cause of birth defects and mental retardation in newborns and should be avoided at all stages of pregnancy. Smoking during pregnancy robs the baby of oxygen and contributes to colic. See also: Pre-natal: Back Care Childbirth Birth Defects Miscarriage Morning Sickness Varicose Veins Post-partum: Afterbirth / Pain Colic Cradle Cap Stretch Marks Prickly Heat Apply aloe vera gel, garlic oil, or cod liver oil to the affected area. Take vitamin A, C, D, and E, and zinc supplements to hasten recovery. Prostate Gland Parsley and juniper berries may be taken together to relieve a swollen prostate due to water retention. The herbs goldenseal and garlic fight infection in the prostate. The herb corn silk will fight painful urination due to prostate problems. The following hers prevent prostate problems: cayenne, ginger, ura ursi, and queen of the meadow. Bee pollen and ginseng together strengthen the prostate and promote physical endurance. Psoriasis Apply aloe vera gel, garlic oil, or an herbal tea of comfrey and goldenseal to the affected areas. Take cod liver oil, linseed oil, vitamin E, lecithin, and zinc to promote healing. The herbs chickweed, red clover, redmond clay, yellow dock, and dandelion help to relieve symptoms when taken orally. Rashes Apply vitamin E oil, cod liver oil, or aloe vera gel to the rash as often as needed. Take vitamins C and zinc to prevent rashes. Avoid the sun and hot water. Rheumatism Soak in a bath of warm water and rosemary to reduce pain and inflammation. Rub sore areas with garlic oil, lobelia, or an herbal tea of hops, comfrey, or horse radish. The following herbs may be taken in capsules to relieve inflammation and flush out deposits: parsley, alfalfa, and chaparral. Drink red raspberry tea to promote healing. The herb taheebo will help the body to resist the disease. The herbs willow and wintergreen can be taken like aspirin to relieve soreness. Take magnesium, calcium, and vitamins C and E to hasten the healing process. Scarlet Fever Use the powdered form of the herbs ginger or goldenseal to relieve pain and to open pores so that bacteria can be released. Add the herbs to a warm bath and soak. To relieve a sore throat, gargle with an herbal tea of bayberry. Drink red raspberry tea to hasten recovery. Use a catnip tea enema to release toxins from the body. Take the following herbs to let the body rest: lobelia, valerian root, yarrow, garlic, and cayenne. Scars Apply vitamin E oil, cod liver oil, or aloe vera gel to wounds or burns to prevent scarring. Also apply the oils to scars to lessen coloration. Senility The following herbs will improve the memory, promote endurance and vitality, and retard the aging process: ginseng, gotu kola, dandelion, alfalfa, licorice, and yellow dock. Shingles Apply apple cider vinegar, peppermint oil, or an ointment of thyme and vitamin E oil to the affected areas. Drink pennyroyal tea as often as possible. The herbs lobelia, valerian, bayberry, ginger, and cinnamon work well in healing shingles. Shock The herbs cayenne, lobelia, valerian, ginger, and myrrh may be used together or individually to decrease the syptoms of shock. Take vitamins C and E to speed recovery. Skin Cracks Apply the following as needed: aloe vera gel, black walnut extract, or redmond clay. To soften tough skin cracks, take the herb don quai in capsules. Take extra zinc, and vitamins A, C, D, E, and B-complex. Small Pox Soak in a bath of warm water and grated ginger root. This will rid the body of infection. Drink an herbal tea of red raspberry, ginger, prickly ash, or cinnamon. Add a drop of lobelia or cayenne to the tea to relax the system. Take garlic tabs and fresh garlic cloves to ward off infection. Smoking Drink a tea made of the herbs lobelia, valerian, hops, chamomile, peppermint, and scullcap to lessen the desire for nicotine and calm the nerves. Drink catnip tea to lift the spirits. Take the herb echinacea in capsules to cleanse the lymphatic system that is often polluted by smoke. Sore Throat/Tonsilitis Place the following ingredients on a clean cloth: Garlic oil, lobelia extract, cayenne extract, warm salt water, and a tea made of comfrey or chickweed. Wear the cloth around the throat as often as possible. Marjoram tea with honey and lemon will soothe the throat and lessen coughing. Gargle with salt water, chlorophyll, or a tea of one of the following: red sage, eucalyptus, horehound, fenugreek, cayenne, lobelia, licorice, myrrh, bistort, yarrow, bayberry, witch hazel, peppermint, spearmint, or wintergreen. To help prevent sore throats, take juniper berries in capsules. Drink aloe vera juice twice daily to soothe and heal the throat. Snoring Avoid sleeping on the back. Avoid eating and drinking before bed. Avoid fatty and salty foods. Spleen Care Take choline and vitamin C supplements to assist in the healing of an infected spleen. To prevent a swollen, inflammed spleen, the following herbs may be taken together or separately: horse radish, cascara sagrada, barberry, dandelion, yellow dock, cayenne, garlic, and ura ursi. Sprains Apply moist heat and ice alternately to reduce pain, swelling, and inflammation. Rub the sore area with lobelia or cayenne extract or and herbal tea made of comfrey or marshmallow. Take lobelia or valerian root with cayenne to rest the body and allow healing. Sterility Take kelp, vitamin C, E, and B-complex to increase the chances of conception. The herb false unicorn helps to normalize the reproductive organs. The herb red clover may assist in restoring fertility. To increase sexual desire and to balance the hormones, the following herbs may be taken: ginseng, damiana, safflower, juniper, saw palmetta, chickweed, and plantain. To reduce sexual desire, the herbs hops, sage, and skullcap can be taken in capsules or teas.