Hi all,

you already know the potency of herbs and how having them as poultice, tincture, infusion, smoothies and so on helps to rejuvenates good health and maintain organic balance.

Most of the time we needs some herbs but we have no idea of their toxicology, what they do or better still, where to get them.

But here comes a database of herbs that are healthy, time-tested and quite popular in treating ailments and their curative application.

No one knows it all when it comes to herbs that heals, we owe a great deal of appreciation to [/i]The Northwest School For Botanical Studies.[i/]

We borrowed heavily from Christa Sinadinos, a clinical herbalist and founder/director of The Northwest School for Botanical Studies (NWSBS). 

She teaches long-term courses in herbalism, including the Professional and Clinical Herbalist Training Programs.

We believe having this knowledge will go a long way to help you appreciate nature's chest of healing and how to take advantage of them to stay healthy.

Alfalfa is a nourishing herbal tonic containing vitamins C, D, and E, as well as beta-carotene and chlorophyll. 

It is also rich in minerals including calcium, potassium, iron, and phosphorus. 

Drinking a cup of Alfafa tea before meals can help strengthen the digestive system. 

Alfalfa aids in digestion process and duly enhances assimilating proteins, carbohydrates, iron, and calcium. 

Alfalfa tonic helps to regulate the pH level in the stomach, and can be useful for individuals suffering from hyper-acidic stomach conditions and stomach ulcers.

A daily intake of Alfalfa tea aids digestion and assimilation of essential nutrients.

Angelica (Angelica archangelica)

Angelica root acts as an antispasmodic to the smooth muscle tissues.  A decoction or a tincture can be used to allay respiratory spasms which can be beneficial for dry, irritating coughs or asthma. 

The root also has expectorant properties.  A cup of angelica tea (or 30-60 drops of the extract) is effective for reducing cramping of smooth muscle spasms of the small and large intestines, and the uterus. 

The root can also be used as an emmenogogue to stimulate menses delayed by stress, illness, or exposure to cold. 

**Contraindications: do not consume angelica during pregnancy.  Angelica may also cause photosensitivity in some individuals.**

Anise Seed (Pimpinella anisum)

Anise seed has carminative properties that enhance digestion.  It prevents and expels gas, and allays nausea.  Anise can be used safely to treat morning sickness. 

It is also helpful for treating infant colic.  Anise tincture has antitussive properties.  It is often used as a flavoring agent, e.g. in black licorice candy.

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