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Ok, one thing about me is that I HATE how reliant we are on pharmaceutical industry. Haven't we all figured out that even though "healthcare" is more advanced than it's ever been, WE are SICKER than we've ever been?! I could go on for hours about the food and all the different ways "they" poison us, but that's not the topic of this post. This is about taking the knowledge back and helping ourselves the same way our ancestors did. The "experts" say there's "not enough research to show it's effective", but we don't need the research -- we already KNOW it works through the many cultures that have used these remedies for centuries to treat all kinds of illness. I'm going to add a lot more to this post in the future because I want it to be a WEALTH of free information, but for now I'm just jotting down a few that I know offhand.
FOR PAIN:
Herbs to use: Frankincense, white willow bark, mugwort, peppermint, turmeric curcumin
"Rapid Relief" topical essential oil blend: Fill a container with 60ml of a carrier oil -- this can be coconut, olive, sweet almond, jojoba, etc. Add 22 drops each of the following essential oils: frankincense, eucalyptus, cinnamon leaf, and peppermint. Use no more than 90 drops total. Spot test first and if it's irritating to your skin, dilute with more carrier oil. Apply a small amount topically wherever it hurts. You can take a drop and rub it on your temples for headaches; I personally use it to ward off bad headaches and it works. Frankincense is also good for the skin.
Headache Tincture: Fill a jar 3/4 of the way with equal parts dried white willow bark and mugwort. Fill the rest of the way with an 80+ proof alcohol until all plant matter is submerged. Seal the jar, shake, and set aside to infuse for 4-6 weeks in a cool dark place. Give it a gentle shake every few days. When ready, strain and store in dark glass dropper bottles. A dose is 1-2 droppers full (this does NOT mean filling the dropper all the way to the top; when the dropper is empty, one squeeze of the bulb is considered a dropperful). You can take it up to 3 times a day. DO NOT take this if you are pregnant -- mugwort regulates your menstrual cycle and can cause miscarriages if used while pregnant. Do not give white willow bark to children, it carries the same risk of Reye's Syndrome that aspirin does. Do not take white willow bark if you're on blood thinners or have a bleeding disorder.
Turmeric curcumin has been shown in studies to be as effective as NSAIDs for pain relief and inflammation. It must be taken with either black pepper or a fat source such as coconut oil or beef tallow to be absorbed properly. A dosage of 500 - 2,000 mg a day is good. Start slow to avoid GI upset.
COLD AND FLU:
Mullein -- Cleanses the lungs, loosens phlegm and soothes a dry cough. It's also incredibly good for smokers to clear their lungs. To make a tea, fill a mug with hot water and add 1-2 teaspoons of dried mullein. Let it steep for at least 5 minutes. You can drink this, or let it cool and put it in a nebulizer to breathe it in. Nebulizing is VERY effective, my whole fam is currently sick and my SIL was struggling with a dry cough that wouldn't loosen -- I had her breathe this and her cough changed within a few minutes. You can also take a mullein tincture and I believe there are capsules out there, just be wary of brands. I know there are also people who smoke it -- I wouldn't recommend that but if you smoke already it's probably better than whatever you're smoking, lol.
Sore Throat Spray: First, make a tincture with echinacea (flowers), marshmallow root, and sage. Fill your jar halfway with equal parts of each herb, then fill the rest with 80+ proof alcohol. Seal, shake and set aside to infuse for 6-8 weeks. When ready, combine 1/4 cup of tincture, 1/8 cup of honey, 1/8 cup of distilled water, and 10 drops of peppermint oil (make sure it's the kind that's safe to ingest). Mix and pour into dark glass spray bottles. Use 3-5 sprays whenever your throat is bothering you. Safe for ages 3 and up; do not give honey to children under 3.
Mucilaginous herbs: Marshmallow root, slippery elm, aloe vera, okra, plantain leaf -- these herbs soothe and coat irritated tissues (sore throat, GI issues). They also relieve constipation. Drink plenty of water with them. These herbs should not be used in hot teas as it destroys a lot of the mucilage content -- instead, soak them in cool water overnight to extract their properties. Don't drink more than 1-2 cups of the infused water unless you want to s**t yourself. Start slow.
For congestion: Mix 4-6 drops of eucalyptus oil with a quarter-sized amount of carrier oil in your palm. Rub it onto your chest and neck, and put a little under your nose if your nose is stuffed up. You could also add peppermint (2-3 drops of each in that case). Alternatively, heat a pot of water on the stove, add 5 drops of eucalyptus oil, then cover your head and the pot with a towel and breathe in the steam.
Diaphoretic herbs: Cayenne, catnip, lemon balm, peppermint, elderflower, yarrow, chamomile, ginger, feverfew -- these herbs gently induce sweating to sweat out fevers. They are antiviral and antibacterial, and also help reduce inflammation and pain.
FOR FEMALE HEALTH:
Mugwort -- induces menstruation, regulates menstrual cycles and eases cramping, helps the body remove waste, supports the liver, kidneys and lymphatic system. It can cause vivid dreams and lucid dreaming. DO NOT take while pregnant.
For cramps: Mix 5-6 drops of clary sage essential oil in a quarter-sized amount of carrier oil in your palm, and massage into the lower abdomen. Can be used up to 3 times a day.
As with any medicine, do your own research and make sure these herbs won't negatively interact with any prescription drugs you might be taking! Always read the "don't take if"s and don't underestimate negative effects just because it's natural. It's always a good idea to start small with a new herb to make sure you aren't allergic to it.
FOR PAIN:
Herbs to use: Frankincense, white willow bark, mugwort, peppermint, turmeric curcumin
"Rapid Relief" topical essential oil blend: Fill a container with 60ml of a carrier oil -- this can be coconut, olive, sweet almond, jojoba, etc. Add 22 drops each of the following essential oils: frankincense, eucalyptus, cinnamon leaf, and peppermint. Use no more than 90 drops total. Spot test first and if it's irritating to your skin, dilute with more carrier oil. Apply a small amount topically wherever it hurts. You can take a drop and rub it on your temples for headaches; I personally use it to ward off bad headaches and it works. Frankincense is also good for the skin.
Headache Tincture: Fill a jar 3/4 of the way with equal parts dried white willow bark and mugwort. Fill the rest of the way with an 80+ proof alcohol until all plant matter is submerged. Seal the jar, shake, and set aside to infuse for 4-6 weeks in a cool dark place. Give it a gentle shake every few days. When ready, strain and store in dark glass dropper bottles. A dose is 1-2 droppers full (this does NOT mean filling the dropper all the way to the top; when the dropper is empty, one squeeze of the bulb is considered a dropperful). You can take it up to 3 times a day. DO NOT take this if you are pregnant -- mugwort regulates your menstrual cycle and can cause miscarriages if used while pregnant. Do not give white willow bark to children, it carries the same risk of Reye's Syndrome that aspirin does. Do not take white willow bark if you're on blood thinners or have a bleeding disorder.
Turmeric curcumin has been shown in studies to be as effective as NSAIDs for pain relief and inflammation. It must be taken with either black pepper or a fat source such as coconut oil or beef tallow to be absorbed properly. A dosage of 500 - 2,000 mg a day is good. Start slow to avoid GI upset.
COLD AND FLU:
Mullein -- Cleanses the lungs, loosens phlegm and soothes a dry cough. It's also incredibly good for smokers to clear their lungs. To make a tea, fill a mug with hot water and add 1-2 teaspoons of dried mullein. Let it steep for at least 5 minutes. You can drink this, or let it cool and put it in a nebulizer to breathe it in. Nebulizing is VERY effective, my whole fam is currently sick and my SIL was struggling with a dry cough that wouldn't loosen -- I had her breathe this and her cough changed within a few minutes. You can also take a mullein tincture and I believe there are capsules out there, just be wary of brands. I know there are also people who smoke it -- I wouldn't recommend that but if you smoke already it's probably better than whatever you're smoking, lol.
Sore Throat Spray: First, make a tincture with echinacea (flowers), marshmallow root, and sage. Fill your jar halfway with equal parts of each herb, then fill the rest with 80+ proof alcohol. Seal, shake and set aside to infuse for 6-8 weeks. When ready, combine 1/4 cup of tincture, 1/8 cup of honey, 1/8 cup of distilled water, and 10 drops of peppermint oil (make sure it's the kind that's safe to ingest). Mix and pour into dark glass spray bottles. Use 3-5 sprays whenever your throat is bothering you. Safe for ages 3 and up; do not give honey to children under 3.
Mucilaginous herbs: Marshmallow root, slippery elm, aloe vera, okra, plantain leaf -- these herbs soothe and coat irritated tissues (sore throat, GI issues). They also relieve constipation. Drink plenty of water with them. These herbs should not be used in hot teas as it destroys a lot of the mucilage content -- instead, soak them in cool water overnight to extract their properties. Don't drink more than 1-2 cups of the infused water unless you want to s**t yourself. Start slow.
For congestion: Mix 4-6 drops of eucalyptus oil with a quarter-sized amount of carrier oil in your palm. Rub it onto your chest and neck, and put a little under your nose if your nose is stuffed up. You could also add peppermint (2-3 drops of each in that case). Alternatively, heat a pot of water on the stove, add 5 drops of eucalyptus oil, then cover your head and the pot with a towel and breathe in the steam.
Diaphoretic herbs: Cayenne, catnip, lemon balm, peppermint, elderflower, yarrow, chamomile, ginger, feverfew -- these herbs gently induce sweating to sweat out fevers. They are antiviral and antibacterial, and also help reduce inflammation and pain.
FOR FEMALE HEALTH:
Mugwort -- induces menstruation, regulates menstrual cycles and eases cramping, helps the body remove waste, supports the liver, kidneys and lymphatic system. It can cause vivid dreams and lucid dreaming. DO NOT take while pregnant.
For cramps: Mix 5-6 drops of clary sage essential oil in a quarter-sized amount of carrier oil in your palm, and massage into the lower abdomen. Can be used up to 3 times a day.
As with any medicine, do your own research and make sure these herbs won't negatively interact with any prescription drugs you might be taking! Always read the "don't take if"s and don't underestimate negative effects just because it's natural. It's always a good idea to start small with a new herb to make sure you aren't allergic to it.
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