CHICKWEED PLANTAIN SALVE
This is an effective salve for any type of itching. I have used it for all types of rashes,
scraps, and other minor wounds.
Herb: CHICKWEED LEAF
Botanical name: Stellaria media
Origin: Bulgaria
Therapeutic actions:
Astringent; Alterative; Anti-pruritic; Carminative; Demulcent;
Depurative; Diuretic; Emmenagogue; Expectorant; Emollient; Galactogogue;
Laxative; Nutritive; Ophthalmic; Pectoral; Poultice; Refrigerant; Vulnerary.
Nutrients: Calcium,
essential fatty acids, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium,
selenium, silicon, sulfur, zinc, vitamins B1, B2, B3, C, D and E.
Drug interactions:
No known drug interactions.
External uses: It
has soothed severe itchiness even where all other remedies have failed. It has
been used in cases of Roseola. It is effective wherever there are fragile
superficial veins. Also good for eczema, poison oak and ivy.
Herb: PLANTAIN LEAF
Botanical name: Plantago major
Origin: Bulgaria
Therapeutic actions:
Antidote; Astringent; Alterative; Antiseptic; Anti-venomous; Anti-inflammatory; Antispasmodic;
Anti-syphilitic; Aperient; Anthelmintic; Demulcent; Deobstruent; Depurative;
Diuretic; Emollient; Expectorant; Hemostatic; Laxative; Mucilant; Ophthalmic;
Parasiticide; Poultice; Refrigerant; Styptic; Vulnerary; Vermifuge.
Nutrients: Potassium,
Vitamins A and C.
Drug Interactions: No known Drug Interactions.
Description: The
leaves are useful for respiratory difficulties, especially those involving
mucus congestion.
External uses: Plantain has been used as a poultice
for insect bites, sores, ulcers, eczema, burns, scalds, blood poisoning,
gangrene, skin infections, carbuncles and tumors.
GOLDENSEAL ROOT
Botanical name: Hydrastis canadensis
Origin: USA
Therapeutic actions:
Anti-bacterial; Anti-periodic; Antiseptic; Antispasmodic;
Astringent; Alterative; Cholagogue; Diuretic; Detergent; Ophthalmic; Aperient;
Deobstruent; Antiemetic; Nervine; Hemostatic; Laxative; Sedative; Stomachic;
Tonic.
Nutrients: Calcium,
iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc,
vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 and C.
Drug interactions:
Interacts with Tetracycline, check with physician if on Doxycycline.
Description: The
golden, yellow root of this plant gives it its name. It has antibiotic
properties stronger than many prescription medicines and is able to target
"unwanted" bacteria, as well as protozoa and yeasts. Unique in that
it does not harm the "beneficial" bacteria that are necessary in the
digestive tract. By many herbalists it is considered one of the most powerful
herbs. This has been substituted for quinine.
Olive Oil
Botanical
name: Olea europaea
Origin: Spain/Italy/Greece
Internal uses: It has been uses for gallbladder inflammation,
flatulence, constipation, gastrointestinal ulcers and kidney stones.
External uses: It
has been used for psoriasis, eczema,
sunburn and rheumatism.
Coconut Oil
Botanical name: Cocos nucifera
Origin: Asia
Therapeutic
actions: Anti-bacterial; Anti-viral; Anti-microbial.
Description: Coconut
oil has the essential MCT (medium-chained triglycerides) which are burned for
energy instead of stored as fat like the LCT or Long chain triglycerides. These MCT's are what is found in mother's
milk and is easily digested.
External uses: A
great additive to herbal salves. It has antimicrobial and antiviral healing
abilities and naturally solidifies salves to a creamy texture. Capric /Caprylic/Lauric acid: These are not very different
from the medium chain fatty acids, but it is still important to mention them
separately here, since they have their own contributions. These
three fatty acidshave
strong disinfectant and antimicrobial properties. As a result, when applied on
the skin, coconut oil protects from microbial infections that can get into
open
wounds or even enter the body through
the pores. This microbial action can be experienced even if coconut oil is
taken internally, as the fatty acids boost the
immunity when converted to monocaprins
and monolaurins.
BEESWAX
Description: Beeswax
is honeycomb melted. It is used for
controlling the consistency of salves.
Tea Tree Oil
Botanical name: Melaleuca alternifolia
Origin: Australia
Therapeutic
actions: Antibiotic; Anti-fungal; Anti-viral; Anti-parasitic;
Anti-inflammatory; Analgesic; Antiseptic; Decongestant; Expectorant;
Immuno-stimulant; Vulnerary.
Constituents: Terpinene-4-ol,
Paracymene, Caryophyllene, Gamma-Terpinene, Alpha-terpinene.
Extraction method: Steam
distillation.
Aromatic
description: Sharp, spicy, warm and camphorus.
Uses: It
has been used for rashes, insect bites, nail fungus, dermatitis, ringworm
thrush, head lice, sore throats, boils, bronchial congestion, scabies, ulcer,
wounds, arthritis, cold sores, acne and fatigue. It is useful for all
infections.
