Herbal Remedies
December 31, 2008
It is not always necessary to rush to the hospital or take some over-the-counter drug every time you sneeze or cough. There are myriad herbal remedies with the same amount of effectiveness as conventional drugs. However, it can be difficult at times because these herbal remedies usually do not clear what their use is. This guide should be useful to you to get an idea about them.
Common cold cures
Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea)
It helps to stimulate the immune system and hence, build resistance against colds, flu and infection. It does not have any side effect; however, it is known to lose its effectiveness if used continuously for 2-3 weeks.
Ginger (Zingiber officinate)
It is the best remedy for colds and flus. Sore throats, congestion, headaches, body aches, it has the remedy for all of these. If you use it with other herbs, it makes them even more effective. However, it may cause heartburn and may worsen stomach ulcers.
Cure for the depressed
St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum)
This is proven effective for mild to moderate depression. It is also helpful in diseases like bronchitis, headaches, abscesses, swelling and nerve damage. However, it is known to cause headaches, high blood pressure and digestive upset.
Help for healing infections
Goldenseal (Hydrastis Canadensis)
This one is a powerful antibiotic. It works its way to the blood and eliminates infection. It helps liver recovery and like ginger, it makes other herbs more effective. However, it may cause an upset stomach and if taken in large doses it can be poisonous.
Cure for insomnia and nervousness
Hawthorn (Crataegus oxycantha)
It is good for insomniacs and for treating nervousness. If used regularly it can strengthen the heart muscles. It is most effective in the long term.
Hops (Humulus lupulus)
This one is a sedative. It also detoxifies your body.
Cure for memory loss
Ginkgo biloba
This enables the opening of smaller veins and hence improves blood circulation, especially to the brain and heart. This improves memory and mental clarity. If taken in excess, it can cause headaches, seizures, irritability, restlessness, diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting.
Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica)
This is a great mental stimulant. This herb can prevent a nervous breakdown. Basically, it helps in mental fatigue. It also helps to protect against toxins. It can cause some people to become oversensitive to sunlight. If taken in excess it can cause skin rash, headaches or nausea.
Cure for stress and sexual desire
Ginseng (Pana quinquefolia)
This herb is a stimulant and it helps the body to overcome all forms of illnesses, mental and physical. It lowers blood pressure, increases endurance and stimulates sexual desire. However, it has some side effects like headaches, insomnia, anxiety, skin rashes, asthma attacks, heart palpitations to name a few.
These herbal remedies sure sound great; however you should take care when taking them.
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