Archives for "May, 2009"

Hypertension
Elevation of systolic and/or diastolic BP, either primary (essential hypertension) or secondary.
A differentiation must be made between elevated blood pressure with no obvious medical cause (primary or essential hypertension), and that due to an underlying pathology such as kidney, endocrinological or cerebral disease (secondary hypertension). This section is concerned with essential hypertension.
There are over 35 [...]

Menopause
The physiological cessation of menses as a result of decreasing ovarian function.
Menopause is one of the major rites of passage human beings go through. In our civilized society, menopause is too often approached with dread by many women, fearing it as a time when their role as women becomes devalued. It is a time of [...]

ALOE VERA Latin Name: Aloe vera Alternate Names: Cape Aloes, Lu Hui (Chinese) Family: LILIACEAE Parts Used: Gelatinous substance in the stalks. Properties: Antibacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Antifungal, Biogenic Stimulator, Cholagogue, Demulcent, Emmenagogue, Emollient, Hepatic, Laxative, Purgative, Rejuvenative, Stomach Tonic, Vermifuge, Vulnerary. Internal Uses: Arthritis, Constipation, Tuberculosis, Ulcers Internal Applications: [...]

Name: Heart Tonic
Uses: Heart Disease, High Cholesterol, Cardiac Weakness, Hypertension
Formula:
5 tsp. Hawthorn tincture
3 tsp. Motherwort tincture
2 tsp. Gingko tincture
2 tsp. Dandelion leaf tincture
Place the tinctures in a 1 oz. amber dropper bottle. Shake well. Take 1 dropperful 3 times daily in warm water or juice.

Name: Female Tonic Tincture
Uses: Painful Menses, Moodiness, Moodiness, Premenstrual Syndrome, Premenstrual Tension
Formula:
3 tsp. Vitex tincture
2 tsp. Black Cohosh tincture
2 tsp. Donq Quai tincture
2 tsp. Dandelion tincture
1 tsp. Oat seed tincture
1 tsp. Motherwort tincture
1 tsp. Siberian Ginseng tincture
Combine all the tinctures together in a 1 oz. amber dropper bottle. Mix well. Take 1 dropperful 3 times [...]

1. J.S.P.S. Govt. Homeopathic Medical College,Ramanathapur,Hyderabad-500 013 University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada B.H.M.S. M.D.(Hom)
2. Dr.Gururaju Govt. Homeopathic Medical College,Gudivada,Krishna Distt.-521 301 University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada B.H.M.S.
3. Govt. Homeopathic Medical College,Ravindra Nagar Post,Cuddapah-516 003 University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada B.H.M.S.
4. Dr.Allu Ramalingaiha Govt. Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital,Near “Y” Junction, Rajahmundry-533 103. East Godavari Distt [...]

Name: Sore Throat Soother
Uses: Sore Throat
Formula:
1 tsp. Slippery Elm powder
1 tsp. Echinacea root
1 tsp. Horehound
1/2 tsp. Licorice root powder
1 tsp. honey
1/2 tsp. freshly squeezed lemon
2 cups water
Bring the water to a boil. Pour the water over the herbs and allow to steep for 15 minutes in a covered pot. Strain the herbs. Add the lemon [...]

Name: Toothache Aide
Uses: Toothache
Formula:
2 tsp. Calendula tincture
2 tsp. White Willow , Aspen, or Birch tincture
4-6 drop oil of Clove
Mix the ingredients together in a small jar. Soak a cotton ball into the mixture and dab the affected area thoroughly. Use as needed.

Name: Kidney Support
Uses: Urethritis, Prostatitis, Cystitis, Kidney Stones, Kidney Infection, Urinary Infections, Gout
Formula:
2 tsp. Hawthorn Berry tincture
2 tsp. Marshmallow root tincture
2 tsp. Burdock root tincture
2 tsp. Gravel Root tincture
2 tsp. Uva Ursi tincture
This can be prepared one of two ways:
Method One
Combine all the ingredients together in a 1 oz. amber dropper bottle. Shake well. Take [...]

Name: Liver Strength Side Dish
Uses: Liver Stagnation, Liver Weakness
Formula
1/2 cup quartered, sliced Beets
1/2 cup sliced fresh Burdock roots
1/2 cup sliced fresh Dandelion roots and greens
1 tsp. Turmeric powder
1/4 tsp. black pepper
Pinch salt
1 Tbsp. clarified butter (ghee) or olive oil
1/4 cup water
Saute the turmeric, pepper and salt in the butter or oil for 1- 2 minutes [...]