COLON CLEANSING

Medicinal Herbs

March 20th, 2007 by colon.ddetox

Part I

Abscess Root

Also known as American Greek Valerian, Blue Bells, False Jacob’s Ladder and Sweatroot. This plant grown in the moist woodsy parts of the United States. Astringent, alterative, diaphoretic, expectorant. The drug has been recommended for use in febrile and inflammatory eases, all scrofulous diseases, in bowel complaints requiring an astringent, for the bites of venomous snakes and insects, for bronchitis and laryngitis and whenever an alterative is required. It is reported to have cured consumption; an infusion of the root in wineglassful doses is useful in coughs, colds and all lung complaints, producing copious perspiration.

Acacis

This plant has been known to help with diarrhea and used as an astringent gargle, lotion, or injection.

Acacia

Acacia has been known to help inflammations, coughs, sore throat. It has been used as an eyewash, taken for diarrhea and dysentery.

Aconite

Also known as Blue Rocket, Monkshood, Wolfsbane. This plant is very toxic and must be handled with care. After being treated it has been known to be a stimulant, heart tonic, pain killer, narcotic, mild laxative, and local anesthetic. Also, for colds, chills, vomiting, rheumatoid arthritis (or gout pain), chest pain, stomach ache, loss of appetite and inflammation of the kidney.

Adder’s Tongue

Also known as Fawn Lily or Trout Lily, Dog’s Tooth Violet, American Adder’s Tongue, Yellow Snowdrop, Serpent’s Tongue. Very toxic when raw but edible if cooked properly. This is used for treating wounds and ulcers. The roots and leaves are used and the collecting of roots is best in the fall. Grows best in woodsy areas.

Adonis

Also known as Hellebore (false), Red Chamomile, Pheasant’s Eye, Adonis, Red Morocco, Rose-a-rubie, Red Mathes, Sweet Vernal. This plant is a herbaceous perennial with bright yellow flowers and feather looking leaves. Found in many parts of Europe. This herb has been known to treat nervousness, heart problems, and hyperactive thyroid disorders. It is actually a heart stimulant.

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