Showing posts with label Herbs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Herbs. Show all posts
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Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Breathe Easier with Japanese Herbs
Sara Altshul
Prevention
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This botanical duo could ease asthma symptoms and cut drug doses
As many as 17 million American adults know asthma's symptoms firsthand: breathlessness, wheezing, and coughing. But Satoshi Yoshida, MD, a pulmonary and critical care specialist at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's Hospital, both in Boston, suggests that Japanese herbal medicine (Kampo) may help control those symptoms as effectively as conventional asthma therapy.
In Japan, where all herbal treatments are covered by national health insurance, six different botanical therapies are recognized under national guidelines for asthma management. Dr. Yoshida says that two herbs are particularly effective--and both are available in the US.
GETTY IMAGES
This botanical duo could ease asthma symptoms and cut drug doses
As many as 17 million American adults know asthma's symptoms firsthand: breathlessness, wheezing, and coughing. But Satoshi Yoshida, MD, a pulmonary and critical care specialist at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's Hospital, both in Boston, suggests that Japanese herbal medicine (Kampo) may help control those symptoms as effectively as conventional asthma therapy.
In Japan, where all herbal treatments are covered by national health insurance, six different botanical therapies are recognized under national guidelines for asthma management. Dr. Yoshida says that two herbs are particularly effective--and both are available in the US.
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What's Triggering Your Asthma Attacks?
Saiko (Bupleuri radix) acts as an anti-inflammatory and helps to regulate the immune system, two critical functions in managing asthma symptoms, according to Dr. Yoshida. Over time, this herb has helped people with asthma lower their doses of corticosteroids, drugs that can have serious side effects. Mao (Ephedra spp.), which is called ma huang in Traditional Chinese Medicine, relaxes bronchial passages that constrict during an asthma attack. While too much ephedra can be dangerous, using this herb under the care of a qualified herbal medicine practitioner can be safe and effective, Dr. Yoshida says.
Don't try this treatment plan on your own. Dr. Yoshida recommends consulting a qualified doctor of Oriental Medicine (OMD). To find one, call toll-free (888) 500-7999; in Canada, call (610) 266-1433. Or visit the American Association of Oriental Medicine online at www.aaom.org. Your OMD and your regular physician should work together to monitor your condition and drug dosages.
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Saiko (Bupleuri radix) acts as an anti-inflammatory and helps to regulate the immune system, two critical functions in managing asthma symptoms, according to Dr. Yoshida. Over time, this herb has helped people with asthma lower their doses of corticosteroids, drugs that can have serious side effects. Mao (Ephedra spp.), which is called ma huang in Traditional Chinese Medicine, relaxes bronchial passages that constrict during an asthma attack. While too much ephedra can be dangerous, using this herb under the care of a qualified herbal medicine practitioner can be safe and effective, Dr. Yoshida says.
Don't try this treatment plan on your own. Dr. Yoshida recommends consulting a qualified doctor of Oriental Medicine (OMD). To find one, call toll-free (888) 500-7999; in Canada, call (610) 266-1433. Or visit the American Association of Oriental Medicine online at www.aaom.org. Your OMD and your regular physician should work together to monitor your condition and drug dosages.
Copyright© 2011 Rodale Inc. "Prevention" and "Prevention.com" are registered trademarks of Rodale Inc. All rights reserved.
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Sunday, June 19, 2011
EU Bans Your Right to Natural Health
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=itaMSyFWo9I&feature=player_embedded
HumanSayNo 13.02.2011
This broadcast starts with the typical BBC propaganda, “Leading pharmacists are warning that new licences being granted to herbal remedies, could mislead customers into believing that they work”. Well thank you for the warning from the biggest killers in history, the pharmaceutical industry. Im sure they genuinely are concerned about us using these hazardous herbs.
If word got out that ambulatory medicine was a racket, and every illness known to man can be cured with natural, un-patentable herbs & remedies that grow in the garden, it would be a serious hazard to the pharmaceutical industries profit margin.
Anyway, where do these bureaucrats think they get the authority to grant a licence for a natural, God given plant? If I want to eat a bunch of nettles to cure whatever, there is no human being on this planet that has the authority to tell me I can't do it.
Of course the pharmacists are going to tell us natural herbs are dangerous. What they are not telling us is that nearly all pharmaceutical drugs are artificially copied from the very natural herbs, plants, roots, nuts and seeds they are trying to ban now. And what about the hundreds of thousands of people who die every year, as a side effect of their medically sanctioned toxins? No mention of that from the concerned pharmacists.
Are we really to believe that all natural herbs and remedies do not work and are dangerous? Even with a 5000yr proven safety record? This is modern eugenics!
This is no new scheme. This is the work of Codex Alimentarius, look it up!
Recorded from BBC Weekend Breakfast, 12 February 2011.
Thanx to liarpoliticians: http://www.youtube.com/user/liarpoliticians
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HumanSayNo 13.02.2011
This broadcast starts with the typical BBC propaganda, “Leading pharmacists are warning that new licences being granted to herbal remedies, could mislead customers into believing that they work”. Well thank you for the warning from the biggest killers in history, the pharmaceutical industry. Im sure they genuinely are concerned about us using these hazardous herbs.
If word got out that ambulatory medicine was a racket, and every illness known to man can be cured with natural, un-patentable herbs & remedies that grow in the garden, it would be a serious hazard to the pharmaceutical industries profit margin.
Anyway, where do these bureaucrats think they get the authority to grant a licence for a natural, God given plant? If I want to eat a bunch of nettles to cure whatever, there is no human being on this planet that has the authority to tell me I can't do it.
Of course the pharmacists are going to tell us natural herbs are dangerous. What they are not telling us is that nearly all pharmaceutical drugs are artificially copied from the very natural herbs, plants, roots, nuts and seeds they are trying to ban now. And what about the hundreds of thousands of people who die every year, as a side effect of their medically sanctioned toxins? No mention of that from the concerned pharmacists.
Are we really to believe that all natural herbs and remedies do not work and are dangerous? Even with a 5000yr proven safety record? This is modern eugenics!
This is no new scheme. This is the work of Codex Alimentarius, look it up!
Recorded from BBC Weekend Breakfast, 12 February 2011.
Thanx to liarpoliticians: http://www.youtube.com/user/liarpoliticians
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Tuesday, June 08, 2010
Growing indoor herbs
Growing indoor herbs
By Tom Kovach
Herbs enhance many a dish and many of them have a lot of health value to boot. But if you live in a northerly climate, growing herbs is limited to growing them outdoors in warm weather. However, there are a number of herbs that do well indoors during the cold winter months.
Gardening experts at the University of Minnesota's Extension service caution that certain herbs will not do well indoors and will either shed their leaves or go into dormancy. Some of the herbs you should not attempt to grow indoors include lemon verbena, sweet basil, summer savory, and tarragon.
But there are plenty of varieties of herbs that will do well indoors, especially if they are placed on a south-facing window sill.
When herbs are grown indoors they can be started from seeds or from cuttings. Some herbs that are great candidates for indoor growing include Aloe, Basil, Borage, Calendula, Chervil, Chives, Ginger, Hyssop, Lemon Balm, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Mint, Oregano, Parsley, Rosemary, Sage, Scented Geranium, Sweet Bay, and Thyme.
Popular herbs such as parsley, sage, thyme, and oregano can be easily grown in small containers and harvested as needed for cooking.
Herbs can be grown indoors in many different kinds of containers. Terra cotta pots are ideal. But some look-alike plastic planters are much cheaper and will retain water better. There is also the traditional long, narrow window box. Strawberry pots also work well for indoor herbs. Remember, certain herbs will need more space in which to grow, rosemary and sweet bay, for example.
One of the most important things to remember when growing plants indoors is the need for good lighting. Most indoor herbs will need about six hours of sunlight each day from a south or east facing window. (Of course the south facing windows are best). Also give each herb container a quarter-turn once each week so all sides will get sunlight. This will result in more even growth.
If you have only an east or west facing window, some herbs that can be tried include; mints, such as peppermint, spearmint, and lemon balm.
If you simply live in an area where sunlight is very limited, you can also grow indoor herbs under artificial lights. Full-spectrum plant lights will produce the best results, although cool or white daylight bulbs will also work. Make sure you keep the tops of plants at least five inches from any artificial light.
The soil you use for indoor herbs is also an important factor. Never use garden dirt. Use only good quality potting soil with organic fertilizer mixed in. If the soil is very fine, add up to 30 percent more perlite.
Water herbs thoroughly when the plant is dry. Don't overwater but don't let the plants wilt. An inexpensive water meter is a good idea if you have doubts about how much water you are applying to the plants. The water should not be ice cold, nor should it be hot. Fill your watering container ahead of time and let it become room temperature.
And speaking of temperature, the ideal would be to have the room at 70 to 75 degrees in the daytime and 55 or 60 at night. It can be hard to regulate, but try to keep the temperature as close to this temperature range for best survival and growth of the herbs.
As mentioned before, the organic fertilizer you mix in as you pot the plant should do. As the herbs grow you can add a little organic liquid fertilizer to the water.
Besides the herbs mentioned, chives, onion sets, and garlic can also be grown indoors using some of the same pots and methods used for the herbs.
Always plan ahead. Don't wait until winter to get your indoor herbs started. Start in the fall and let the plants settle in before the really cold weather kicks in.
By Tom Kovach
Herbs enhance many a dish and many of them have a lot of health value to boot. But if you live in a northerly climate, growing herbs is limited to growing them outdoors in warm weather. However, there are a number of herbs that do well indoors during the cold winter months.
Gardening experts at the University of Minnesota's Extension service caution that certain herbs will not do well indoors and will either shed their leaves or go into dormancy. Some of the herbs you should not attempt to grow indoors include lemon verbena, sweet basil, summer savory, and tarragon.
But there are plenty of varieties of herbs that will do well indoors, especially if they are placed on a south-facing window sill.
When herbs are grown indoors they can be started from seeds or from cuttings. Some herbs that are great candidates for indoor growing include Aloe, Basil, Borage, Calendula, Chervil, Chives, Ginger, Hyssop, Lemon Balm, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Mint, Oregano, Parsley, Rosemary, Sage, Scented Geranium, Sweet Bay, and Thyme.
Popular herbs such as parsley, sage, thyme, and oregano can be easily grown in small containers and harvested as needed for cooking.
Herbs can be grown indoors in many different kinds of containers. Terra cotta pots are ideal. But some look-alike plastic planters are much cheaper and will retain water better. There is also the traditional long, narrow window box. Strawberry pots also work well for indoor herbs. Remember, certain herbs will need more space in which to grow, rosemary and sweet bay, for example.
One of the most important things to remember when growing plants indoors is the need for good lighting. Most indoor herbs will need about six hours of sunlight each day from a south or east facing window. (Of course the south facing windows are best). Also give each herb container a quarter-turn once each week so all sides will get sunlight. This will result in more even growth.
If you have only an east or west facing window, some herbs that can be tried include; mints, such as peppermint, spearmint, and lemon balm.
If you simply live in an area where sunlight is very limited, you can also grow indoor herbs under artificial lights. Full-spectrum plant lights will produce the best results, although cool or white daylight bulbs will also work. Make sure you keep the tops of plants at least five inches from any artificial light.
The soil you use for indoor herbs is also an important factor. Never use garden dirt. Use only good quality potting soil with organic fertilizer mixed in. If the soil is very fine, add up to 30 percent more perlite.
Water herbs thoroughly when the plant is dry. Don't overwater but don't let the plants wilt. An inexpensive water meter is a good idea if you have doubts about how much water you are applying to the plants. The water should not be ice cold, nor should it be hot. Fill your watering container ahead of time and let it become room temperature.
And speaking of temperature, the ideal would be to have the room at 70 to 75 degrees in the daytime and 55 or 60 at night. It can be hard to regulate, but try to keep the temperature as close to this temperature range for best survival and growth of the herbs.
As mentioned before, the organic fertilizer you mix in as you pot the plant should do. As the herbs grow you can add a little organic liquid fertilizer to the water.
Besides the herbs mentioned, chives, onion sets, and garlic can also be grown indoors using some of the same pots and methods used for the herbs.
Always plan ahead. Don't wait until winter to get your indoor herbs started. Start in the fall and let the plants settle in before the really cold weather kicks in.
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