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Cinnamomum verum Ceylon cinnamon is the true cinnamon, a warming, drying bark. This herbal monograph sets out its botany, energetics, constituents, traditional uses and cautions, with references. Botanical Name Cinnamomum verum J.Presl Latin Name Cinnamomum verum Plant or Common Name Ceylon Cinnamon, True Cinnamon, Sri Lankan Cinnamon Family Lauraceae Actions Carminative, antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, blood…
Matricaria chamomilla L., German chamomile, is a cooling, gently drying flower. This herbal monograph sets out its botany, energetics, constituents, traditional uses and cautions, with references. Botanical Name Matricaria chamomilla L. (syn. Matricaria recutita L.) Latin Name Matricaria chamomilla Plant or Common Name German Chamomile, Hungarian Chamomile, Wild Chamomile Family Asteraceae Actions Carminative, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory,…
Camellia sinensis green tea is the cooling, drying leaf of the tea plant. This herbal monograph sets out its botany, energetics, constituents, traditional uses and cautions, with references. Botanical Name Camellia sinensis L. Kuntze Latin Name Camellia sinensis Plant or Common Name Green Tea, Tea Plant Family Theaceae Actions Antioxidant, thermogenic, diuretic, astringent, mild stimulant…
Botanical Name Calendula officinalis L. Latin Name Calendula officinalis Plant or Common Name Calendula, Pot Marigold, Marigold, Souci Family Asteraceae Actions Vulnerary, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, lymphatic, emmenagogue (Arora et al., 2013) Energetics Slightly warming and drying (Holmes, 1997) Chemical Constituents The complex phytochemical profile of calendula contributes to its diverse biological activities (Muley et al., 2009)….
Zingiber officinale ginger is the warming, drying root of the kitchen and the stillroom. This herbal monograph sets out its botany, energetics, constituents, traditional uses and cautions, with references. Botanical Name Zingiber officinale Roscoe Latin Name Zingiber officinale Plant or Common Name Ginger, Common Ginger, Cooking Ginger Family Zingiberaceae Actions Carminative, anti-emetic, anti-inflammatory, circulatory stimulant,…
Borago officinalis L., or borage, is the cooling, moistening herb of the blue starflower. This herbal monograph sets out its botany, energetics, constituents, traditional uses and cautions, with references. Botanical Name Borago officinalis L. Latin Name Borago officinalis Plant or Common Name Borage, Borrago, Starflower Family Boraginaceae Actions Cooling, moistening, nutritive, soothing Energetics Cool and…
Did you know that a common herb in your kitchen might be a secret weapon against inflammation? That’s right, I’m talking about oregano! As a 75-year-old herbalist and cancer survivor, I’ve experienced firsthand the power of natural remedies. Today, I’m excited to share my knowledge about oregano – a herb that’s been used for centuries…
Oregano (Origanum vulgare) read through Galenic eyes: warm and drying, under Mercury, a wild hedgerow herb for a cold stomach and a wet winter chest — plus what the research on oregano oil can and cannot say.
Did you know that chronic inflammation is linked to over 50% of all deaths worldwide? Yikes! But don’t worry, I’ve got some good news for you. As a 75-year-old vitalist clinical herbalist and cancer survivor, I’ve learned a thing or two about fighting inflammation. Let me tell you, starting an anti-inflammatory diet was a game-changer…
