Post by WalksInSpirit on Apr 18, 2006 22:22:52 GMT -5
Health Chat: 04-18-06
American Indian Remedies & Herbal Cures
(09:22:30) (WalksInSpirit) I would like to dedicate tonight’s Health Chat to my Great-Grandmother – Ms. Mary Magdalene Woodahcony.
(09:22:47) (WalksInSpirit) She was a Holy Woman, Midwife, and Doctor for the entire community – Comanche and whites alike – for many years. Without her knowledge of Medicine, I truly would not be here.
(09:22:48) (Rosie) what a name!
(09:23:35) (WalksInSpirit) Tonight, we’ll be looking at some American Indian Remedies, Folk Remedies, and the Twelve Most Important Healing Herbs.
(09:23:53) (Cris) I like it possibly she had influence from beyond
(09:24:04) (will) Number one herb ?
(09:24:16) (WalksInSpirit) Hang on, Will. we'll get to that.
(09:24:22) (will) OK
(09:25:33) (WalksInSpirit) I'm sure you've all heard of the Cayce Remedy called "Ipsab." It's a mixture of Alum, and other things, recommended for the gums. Well, the Cherokee had been using this for hundreds of years!
(09:26:02) (WalksInSpirit) ANDA'NKALAGI'SKI = "it removes things from the gums"--Geranium maculatum--Wild Alum, Cranesbill: Used in decoction with Yânû Unihye stï (Vitis cordifolia) to wash the mouths of children in thrush; also used alone for the same purpose by blowing the chewed fiber into the mouth.
(09:26:41) (WalksInSpirit) Dispensatory: "One of our best indigenous astringents. * * * Diarrhea, chronic dysentery, cholora infantum in the latter stages, and the various hemorrhages are the forms of disease in which it is most commonly used."
(09:26:55) (WalksInSpirit) Also valuable as "an application to indolent ulcers, an injection in gleet and leucorrhea, a gargle in relaxation of the uvula and aphthous ulcerations of the throat." The other plant sometimes used with it is not mentioned.
(09:27:34) (WalksInSpirit) That is from a book of Cherokee Remedies written by James Mooney, published in 1891. He lived with the Cherokee during the early 1800s.
(09:27:51) (Andrew) I love a relaxed Uvula !
(09:28:12) (Cris) You mean it prevents snoring?
(09:28:13) (WalksInSpirit) I thought it was interesting that the Cherokee used this same Cayce remedy. :-)
(09:28:18) (WalksInSpirit) Yep, Cris
(09:28:31) (ron) give it a little hug for additional benefits
(09:30:55) (WalksInSpirit) Since we're getting into spring, and the insect season, I thought we'd touch on some insect bite remedies real quick.
(09:31:19) (Cris) Anything for redbugs?
(09:31:30) (Cris) Chiggers?
(09:31:41) (ron) fist
(09:31:58) (WalksInSpirit) Purple Coneflower: This is used as a universal application for the bites and stings of all crawling, flying, or leaping bugs. Between June and September, the bristly stemmed plant, which grows in dry, open woods and on prairies, bears a striking purplish flower.
(09:32:06) (Roz) chiggers are so mean
(09:33:08) (WalksInSpirit) Tobacco: A favorite remedy for bee stings was the application of wet tobacco leaves.
(09:34:16) (Andrew) A great cure for bee stings is---Don't go near the hive !
(09:34:28) (Cheryl) lol. Andrew
(09:34:29) (Anony) lol
(09:34:53) (Anony) idid that once and nearly died.....
(09:35:14) (Roz) sting can be deadly
(09:35:15) (WalksInSpirit) Wild Onion and Garlic: My People also applied the crushed bulbs of wild onions and garlics as an all purpose insect bite medicine.
(09:35:43) (Anony) ouch
(09:35:48) (will) Rub it on or swallow it ???
(09:36:01) (WalksInSpirit) Applied, Will.
(09:36:28) (WalksInSpirit) Trumpet Honeysuckle.
(09:36:28) (WalksInSpirit) The leaves were ground by chewing and then applied to bees stings.
(09:37:31) (WalksInSpirit) BTW... the herb Goldenseal is a good natural insect repellant.
(09:39:11) (WalksInSpirit) Now, we'll talk a bit about the Twelve Most Important Healing Herbs.
(09:39:43) (WalksInSpirit) I've included some detailed info on each one, so we'll go over them individually.
(09:40:46) (WalksInSpirit) Now, these first two aren't herbs, but are just as important to have in any home herb remedy kit.
(09:41:03) (WalksInSpirit) So, I decided to include them in this list:
(09:41:12) (WalksInSpirit) 1 - CHARCOAL—This is not an herb, yet it is invaluable in a number of ways. Charcoal is pure carbon, and will adsorb (not absorb) 29 of the 30 most dangerous poisons. You can drink it diluted in water, use it as a poultice on wounds, skin infections, etc.
(09:42:07) (will) You can buy charcoal tablets in some drug stores for human consumption
(09:42:15) (WalksInSpirit) Right
(09:42:19) (WalksInSpirit) 2 - CAYENNE—
(09:42:32) (WalksInSpirit) Cayenne is powerful in its ability to attract blood to a body part. Since it is the blood which brings healing, this can be an important quality.
(09:42:52) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is useful for arteriosclerosis, arthritis, asthma, bleeding, high or low blood pressure, bronchitis, chills, colds, convulsions, coughs, indigestion, infections, jaundice, ulcers, and varicose veins.
(09:43:20) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for frostbite, painful joints, swellings, and varicose veins. When added to herbal formulas, it stimulates the action of other herbs.
(09:43:42) (WalksInSpirit) It is a preventative for heart attacks, flu, colds, indigestion, and lack of vitality. It is good for treating the spleen, pancreas, kidneys and is effective as a fomentation for rheumatism, inflammation, pleurisy, sores, and wounds. It can be rubbed on toothaches and swellings.
(09:44:27) (WalksInSpirit) 3 - GARLIC—
(09:44:44) (WalksInSpirit) This is one of the most powerful antiseptic substances ever discovered.
(09:45:03) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is used for arteriosclerosis, cancer, contagious disease, coughs, cramps, diverticulitis, emphysema, gas, heart problems, high blood pressure, indigestion, liver congestion, parasites, rheumatism, sinus congestion, and ulcers.
(09:45:32) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for bowel problems, parasites, ringworm, skin parasites, tumors, warts, and yeast infections.
(09:45:54) (Rosie) ah yes, cayenne and garlic...two major components of my Cold Killer Soup as you might recall :o)
(09:46:02) (WalksInSpirit) Yep, Ro!
(09:46:07) (WalksInSpirit) Garlic is used for all lung and respiratory ailments, and can be used as a tea or added to syrups for coughs, colds, tuberculosis, fevers, and blood diseases. Use it as a tea in an enema for worms and bowel infections. Use the fresh extract oil or eat the raw cloves.
(09:46:24) (Anony) please share your recipe later, Rosie
(09:46:42) (Andrew) And Also....Vampires...rim shot !
(09:46:43) (Rosie) It is ready for sharing via e-mail at any time :o)
(09:46:53) (Cheryl) Honey, cayenne & minced garlic in a teasthingy for a sore throat.
(09:46:56) (WalksInSpirit) LOL Andrew
(09:46:56) (Rosie) first ask Merri if it's worth it!
(09:47:09) (Rosie) lol andrew
(09:47:11) (WalksInSpirit) 4 - GOLDENSEAL—
(09:47:28) (WalksInSpirit) This is another powerful antiseptic; and, in a sense, it is the first true herb on this list. (The first three can be purchased in the grocery store.)
(09:47:29) (merri) lol...good recipe Rosie
(09:47:52) (Rosie) ;o)
(09:48:06) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is good for alcoholism, allergies, asthma, bad breath, bladder diseases, bronchitis, canker sores, chicken pox, colds, diabetes, eczema, bleeding gums or gum infections, hay fever, heart weakness...
(09:48:31) (WalksInSpirit) hemorrhoids, herpes, indigestion, infections, inflammations, leukorrhea, liver problems, lymph congestion, measles, mammary and ovarian tumors, morning sickness, sore mouth, pyorrhea, tonsillitis, and ulcers.
(09:49:07) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for burns, canker sores, eye inflammations, bleeding gums, gum infections, herpes sores, leukorrhea, mouth sores, ringworm, skin inflammation, tonsillitis, and wounds.
(09:49:53) (merri) what is leukorrhea?
(09:50:46) (WalksInSpirit) A female infectious discharge.
(09:51:09) (will) Don't have to worry about that one
(09:51:14) (Rosie) nuff said about that!
(09:51:45) (WalksInSpirit) It is a specific for all kinds of mucous membrane problems. Small doses will relieve nausea during pregnancy. Used with cascara sagrada, it is a bowel tonic. As a retention enema, it will reduce swollen hemorrhoids.
(09:52:47) (WalksInSpirit) I used to get canker sores inside my mouth when I was a kid, every time I had a high fever. And Goldenseal would heal them up every time.
(09:53:20) (will) Goldenseal Injested ??
(09:53:46) (WalksInSpirit) The root, raw or powdered, placed on the sore.
(09:53:57) (WalksInSpirit) They make Goldenseal capsules now.
(09:54:37) (WalksInSpirit) Watch which ones you buy, though. You want the ones made from the root of the Goldenseal plant. Not from the leaves.
(09:55:00) (Anony) is the plant not the leaves?
(09:55:23) (Anony) oops, i c the root of the plant
(09:55:31) (WalksInSpirit) The Goldenseal root is more potent than the leaves.
(09:55:58) (WalksInSpirit) 5 - PEPPERMINT—
(09:56:14) (WalksInSpirit) This is an old household remedy, and is useful for a variety of conditions.
(09:56:39) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is useful for insomnia, measles, menstrual cramps, migraines, morning sickness, muscle spasms, nausea, nervous disorders, chills, colic, fevers, dizziness, gas, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dysentery, and hysteria.
(09:57:13) (will) Internally as a tea ???
(09:57:16) (WalksInSpirit) If you're a singer, a dab of Peppermint Oil on the back of the tongue works wonders before a performance.
(09:57:33) (Rosie) drinking it, will
(09:58:00) (WalksInSpirit) Yep, Will.
(09:58:03) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for skin itch, toothache, and local anesthetic to local pains and inflamed joints. For example, to open up the sinuses, put 5-10 drops into 2 quarts hot water and breathe it in through the mouth and nostrils. Cover the head with a cloth as you do this.
(09:58:13) (will) Is dried peppermint as good as fresh leaves ???
(09:58:20) (Rosie) I used to give weak mint tea to my kids when they were babies if they were gassy or naseous...worked every time
(09:58:39) (WalksInSpirit) Fresh is always better, if you can find it.
(09:58:51) (Rosie) but dried works, too
(09:58:58) (will) Grows like weeds in back yard
(09:59:09) (Rosie) as long as it's not lost its potency
(09:59:10) (Bill) it is a weed
(09:59:11) (Anony) mmom used to grow peppermint for that reason, grows like weeds.
(09:59:19) (Wanda) Once you plant some in a wet area it goes crazy. You will have a ton oof it
(09:59:30) (Cris) There used to be a doctor in Thomson GA that made something called Pitts Carminitive that had peppermint in it for colicky babies and it did work
(09:59:43) (Rosie) it's not a weed but it spreads like one via lateral roots just under the ground
(10:00:20) (WalksInSpirit) 6 - SLIPPERY ELM—
(10:00:22) (Roz) makes great tea w/ lemon
(10:00:30) (Rosie) yep :o)
(10:00:40) (WalksInSpirit) This is the inner white bark of the slippery elm tree, and is invaluable to keep on hand. (The outer dark bark is also sold, but is useless.)
(10:01:19) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is used for bladder inflammation, bronchitis, colitis, constipation, ovarian cramps, coughs, cystitis, diarrhea, diverticulitis, dysentery, eczema, flu, gas, hemorrhage, hemorrhoids, hoarseness, lung congestion, stomach problems, tonsillitis, ulcers.
(10:02:27) (Anony) sounds like great stuff
(10:02:43) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for burns, colitis, constipation, diverticulitis, dysentery, gangrenous wounds, hemorrhoids, open sores, rheumatoid and gouty afflictions, and wounds.
(10:03:09) (Wanda) Can you get this in capsule form?
(10:03:21) (Anony) how can it help constipation and diverticulitis externally?
(10:03:41) (Rosie) was wondering the same about dysentery
(10:04:03) (WalksInSpirit) I'm not sure on that, Wanda. All I have ever seen is the bark itself.
(10:04:35) (WalksInSpirit) You make a poultice from it. It works the same way as a castor oil pack, through absorption.
(10:04:55) (Anony) ah, ty
(10:05:05) (WalksInSpirit) Slippery elm is also used to bind materials of suppositories, boluses, lozenges, and unleavened breads together. It makes a nourishing gruel for children, for the elderly with weak stomachs, for those with ulcers and those who are recovering from diseases.
(10:05:22) (Rosie) lol...I answered my own question almost as soon as I asked it...*DOH*
(10:05:47) (WalksInSpirit) 7 - LOBELIA—
(10:06:02) (WalksInSpirit) This is both a relaxant and stimulant, and a powerful helper.
(10:06:08) (Anony) a couple dummies are we Rosie?
(10:06:38) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is used for allergies, arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, chicken pox, contagious diseases, convulsions, coughs, earache, ear infections, fevers (all kinds), headache, heart palpitation, indigestion, jaundice, pleurisy, pneumonia, food poisoning, teething, toothache.
(10:07:01) (Rosie) can't comment about you, anony, but since I'm an herbalist of sorts it was a stupid question on MY part!
(10:07:13) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for snake and insect bites, poison ivy, ringworm, and tumors.
(10:07:33) (WalksInSpirit) Small doses of a tincture of lobelia (5-10 drops) will act as a tonic and stimulant; larger doses will act as a sedative.
(10:08:11) (WalksInSpirit) It relieves spasms and acts as an expectorant. It can be used as a wash on infected or itchy skin conditions. In large doses, it is an excellent emetic. It is especially good in spasmodic coughing of phlegm. Taken in small doses, it relaxes the heart and lowers rapid pulse.
(10:08:47) (WalksInSpirit) 8 - ALOE VERA—
(10:08:59) (WalksInSpirit) The gel from the leaves of this desert plant is invaluable. It is best used freshly picked from a plant. Keep several plants growing; you cannot have enough!
(10:09:22) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is good for chronic constipation, gastritis, hyperacidity, and stomach ulcers.
(10:09:32) (merri) great for poisen ivy!!
(10:09:44) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for abscesses, burns, infection in wounds, insect bites, skin irritations, and ulcers.
(10:09:52) (WalksInSpirit) There you go, Merri!
(10:10:08) (WalksInSpirit) When applied on the skin for severe burns and skin rashes, it can be left on for two days without changing the application.
(10:10:49) (WalksInSpirit) 9 - CASCARA SAGRADA—
(10:11:05) (WalksInSpirit) This is one of the safest laxatives for chronic constipation, and is not habit forming.
(10:11:26) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is used for constipation, cough, gall bladder disease, gallstones, gastric and intestinal disorders, hemorrhoids, indigestion, and jaundice.
(10:12:56) (WalksInSpirit) 10 - CORN SILK—
(10:13:10) (WalksInSpirit) This is the best single herb for increasing urine flow, thus helping to eliminate kidney and bladder problems.
(10:13:33) (Anony) would LOTS of water do the same thing?
(10:13:39) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is used for bed-wetting, chronic cystitis, inflammation of kidneys and bladder, kidney stones, prostatitis, excess uric acid, and urine retention.
(10:14:16) (WalksInSpirit) Not really, Anony.
(10:14:32) (WalksInSpirit) It is a good remedy for all inflammatory conditions of the urethra, bladder, prostate, and kidney; it can remove gravel from the kidneys, bladder and prostate. It helps the aged when their urine is scanty and has heavy sediment.
(10:15:07) (WalksInSpirit) 11 - HOPS—
(10:15:21) (WalksInSpirit) This is an excellent nervine and will produce sleep when insomnia is present. But it also has other uses.
(10:15:41) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is used for coughs, fever, headaches, indigestion, insomnia, jaundice, morning sickness, weak nerves, stomach tonic, throat, bronchial tubes, chest ailments, toothache, and ulcers.
(10:15:54) (Rosie) Cold beer here!!!
(10:16:01) (Anony) is the same thing they use in beer?
(10:16:11) (WalksInSpirit) Yep!
(10:16:13) (WalksInSpirit) LOL
(10:16:17) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for boils, bruises, earaches, inflammations, rheumatic pains, skin ailments, and ulcers.
(10:16:42) (WalksInSpirit) The tea is good for nervous stomach, poor appetite, gas, and intestinal cramps. Cold tea before meals will increase digestion. The dry herb can be placed inside a pillow; it will induce sleep.
(10:16:48) (Wanda) now I can add beer to my health food list!!!
(10:16:55) (WalksInSpirit) LOL Wanda
(10:17:04) (Anony) hmmmmm
(10:17:20) (WalksInSpirit) 12 - WITCH HAZEL—
(10:17:41) (Rosie) never shoulda taken it off, girlfriend! ;o)
(10:18:26) (WalksInSpirit) This is an excellent astringent herb and is one of the best remedies for stopping hemorrhages from the lungs, stomach, and bowels.
(10:19:33) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is used for diarrhea, diphtheria, hemorrhoids, prolapsed bowel, varicose veins, and uterine problems. It is used to stop bleeding from the lungs, and other internal organs.
(10:20:29) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for burns, bruises, diphtheria, insect bites, sore muscles, tonsillitis, and varicose veins.
(10:21:01) (Anony) good for puffy eyes too!
(10:21:28) (WalksInSpirit) As either fomentation or poultice, Witch Hazel is good for wounds, bed sores, sore and inflamed eyes, and oozing skin diseases. It is good for almost any internal or external inflamed condition.
(10:22:31) (WalksInSpirit) And that was the Twelve Most Important Healing Herbs.
(10:22:36) (Anony) terrific information, WalksInSpirit, thank you so very much.
(10:22:50) (Wanda) Thanks WIS
(10:23:17) (Wanda) What do you do wiht the corn silk WIS?
(10:23:40) (WalksInSpirit) I thank you all for the participation and attendance, and for allowing me to share this with you tonight. :-)
(10:23:42) (Cris) Thanks WIS
(10:24:08) (merri) great info WIS!
(10:24:09) (ron) thank you WIS very helpful
(10:24:11) (WalksInSpirit) You boil it and make a tea out of it, Wanda.
(10:24:28) (Wanda) okay, thanks.
(10:25:40) (WalksInSpirit) When my Dad was just a couple of months old, my Great-Grandmother I spoke of earlier cured him of the measles.
(10:26:06) (merri) WoW
(10:26:28) (WalksInSpirit) She could also "talk the fire" out of burns.
(10:27:29) (WalksInSpirit) She'd lay her hands on a burn and speak something, and the pain would go away immediately.
(10:27:43) (WalksInSpirit) And even the worst burns left no scars.
(10:28:43) (merri) amazing!
(10:30:41) (WalksInSpirit) Open Chat! Thanks again for your attendance, and allowing me to share this info with you tonight!
(10:30:58) (merri) TY WIS
(10:31:25) (merri) your great-grandmother must have been quite a 'healer'
(10:31:41) (WalksInSpirit) Yep, she was. People still talk about her.
(10:33:11) (WalksInSpirit) See, back then, The People took names from the Bible to "assimilate" into white culture. Or they were given the names by census takers.
(10:33:44) (WalksInSpirit) That's where her Christian name of Mary Magdalene came from.
(10:34:02) (WalksInSpirit) And Woodahcony was her People.
(10:34:15) (WalksInSpirit) Surname
(10:34:45) (lilith) Walks - weren't some of your people given names by the Indian agent?? mine were
(10:35:00) (WalksInSpirit) There's a lot of Biblical names in my family, plus a couple of "George Washingtons" in there, too
(10:35:07) (WalksInSpirit) Yep.
(10:35:16) (lilith) "to civilize them somewhat" was given back then, if memory serves
(10:37:09) (Cris) A lot of damage was done in the name of Christianity
(10:37:48) (lilith) all through the eons, Cris -
(10:40:05) (Cris) Blessings all I really enjoyed the talk this evening
(10:42:14) (WalksInSpirit) Well, I have a doc appointment in the morning early, and only have till midnight to eat, so I'm gonna get off of here and raise my cholesterol before they test it tomorrow! LOL
(10:42:28) (Rosie) thanks, WE :o)
(10:42:34) (WalksInSpirit) Night Blessings and thanks again everybody!
(09:22:47) (WalksInSpirit) She was a Holy Woman, Midwife, and Doctor for the entire community – Comanche and whites alike – for many years. Without her knowledge of Medicine, I truly would not be here.
(09:22:48) (Rosie) what a name!
(09:23:35) (WalksInSpirit) Tonight, we’ll be looking at some American Indian Remedies, Folk Remedies, and the Twelve Most Important Healing Herbs.
(09:23:53) (Cris) I like it possibly she had influence from beyond
(09:24:04) (will) Number one herb ?
(09:24:16) (WalksInSpirit) Hang on, Will. we'll get to that.
(09:24:22) (will) OK
(09:25:33) (WalksInSpirit) I'm sure you've all heard of the Cayce Remedy called "Ipsab." It's a mixture of Alum, and other things, recommended for the gums. Well, the Cherokee had been using this for hundreds of years!
(09:26:02) (WalksInSpirit) ANDA'NKALAGI'SKI = "it removes things from the gums"--Geranium maculatum--Wild Alum, Cranesbill: Used in decoction with Yânû Unihye stï (Vitis cordifolia) to wash the mouths of children in thrush; also used alone for the same purpose by blowing the chewed fiber into the mouth.
(09:26:41) (WalksInSpirit) Dispensatory: "One of our best indigenous astringents. * * * Diarrhea, chronic dysentery, cholora infantum in the latter stages, and the various hemorrhages are the forms of disease in which it is most commonly used."
(09:26:55) (WalksInSpirit) Also valuable as "an application to indolent ulcers, an injection in gleet and leucorrhea, a gargle in relaxation of the uvula and aphthous ulcerations of the throat." The other plant sometimes used with it is not mentioned.
(09:27:34) (WalksInSpirit) That is from a book of Cherokee Remedies written by James Mooney, published in 1891. He lived with the Cherokee during the early 1800s.
(09:27:51) (Andrew) I love a relaxed Uvula !
(09:28:12) (Cris) You mean it prevents snoring?
(09:28:13) (WalksInSpirit) I thought it was interesting that the Cherokee used this same Cayce remedy. :-)
(09:28:18) (WalksInSpirit) Yep, Cris
(09:28:31) (ron) give it a little hug for additional benefits
(09:30:55) (WalksInSpirit) Since we're getting into spring, and the insect season, I thought we'd touch on some insect bite remedies real quick.
(09:31:19) (Cris) Anything for redbugs?
(09:31:30) (Cris) Chiggers?
(09:31:41) (ron) fist
(09:31:58) (WalksInSpirit) Purple Coneflower: This is used as a universal application for the bites and stings of all crawling, flying, or leaping bugs. Between June and September, the bristly stemmed plant, which grows in dry, open woods and on prairies, bears a striking purplish flower.
(09:32:06) (Roz) chiggers are so mean
(09:33:08) (WalksInSpirit) Tobacco: A favorite remedy for bee stings was the application of wet tobacco leaves.
(09:34:16) (Andrew) A great cure for bee stings is---Don't go near the hive !
(09:34:28) (Cheryl) lol. Andrew
(09:34:29) (Anony) lol
(09:34:53) (Anony) idid that once and nearly died.....
(09:35:14) (Roz) sting can be deadly
(09:35:15) (WalksInSpirit) Wild Onion and Garlic: My People also applied the crushed bulbs of wild onions and garlics as an all purpose insect bite medicine.
(09:35:43) (Anony) ouch
(09:35:48) (will) Rub it on or swallow it ???
(09:36:01) (WalksInSpirit) Applied, Will.
(09:36:28) (WalksInSpirit) Trumpet Honeysuckle.
(09:36:28) (WalksInSpirit) The leaves were ground by chewing and then applied to bees stings.
(09:37:31) (WalksInSpirit) BTW... the herb Goldenseal is a good natural insect repellant.
(09:39:11) (WalksInSpirit) Now, we'll talk a bit about the Twelve Most Important Healing Herbs.
(09:39:43) (WalksInSpirit) I've included some detailed info on each one, so we'll go over them individually.
(09:40:46) (WalksInSpirit) Now, these first two aren't herbs, but are just as important to have in any home herb remedy kit.
(09:41:03) (WalksInSpirit) So, I decided to include them in this list:
(09:41:12) (WalksInSpirit) 1 - CHARCOAL—This is not an herb, yet it is invaluable in a number of ways. Charcoal is pure carbon, and will adsorb (not absorb) 29 of the 30 most dangerous poisons. You can drink it diluted in water, use it as a poultice on wounds, skin infections, etc.
(09:42:07) (will) You can buy charcoal tablets in some drug stores for human consumption
(09:42:15) (WalksInSpirit) Right
(09:42:19) (WalksInSpirit) 2 - CAYENNE—
(09:42:32) (WalksInSpirit) Cayenne is powerful in its ability to attract blood to a body part. Since it is the blood which brings healing, this can be an important quality.
(09:42:52) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is useful for arteriosclerosis, arthritis, asthma, bleeding, high or low blood pressure, bronchitis, chills, colds, convulsions, coughs, indigestion, infections, jaundice, ulcers, and varicose veins.
(09:43:20) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for frostbite, painful joints, swellings, and varicose veins. When added to herbal formulas, it stimulates the action of other herbs.
(09:43:42) (WalksInSpirit) It is a preventative for heart attacks, flu, colds, indigestion, and lack of vitality. It is good for treating the spleen, pancreas, kidneys and is effective as a fomentation for rheumatism, inflammation, pleurisy, sores, and wounds. It can be rubbed on toothaches and swellings.
(09:44:27) (WalksInSpirit) 3 - GARLIC—
(09:44:44) (WalksInSpirit) This is one of the most powerful antiseptic substances ever discovered.
(09:45:03) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is used for arteriosclerosis, cancer, contagious disease, coughs, cramps, diverticulitis, emphysema, gas, heart problems, high blood pressure, indigestion, liver congestion, parasites, rheumatism, sinus congestion, and ulcers.
(09:45:32) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for bowel problems, parasites, ringworm, skin parasites, tumors, warts, and yeast infections.
(09:45:54) (Rosie) ah yes, cayenne and garlic...two major components of my Cold Killer Soup as you might recall :o)
(09:46:02) (WalksInSpirit) Yep, Ro!
(09:46:07) (WalksInSpirit) Garlic is used for all lung and respiratory ailments, and can be used as a tea or added to syrups for coughs, colds, tuberculosis, fevers, and blood diseases. Use it as a tea in an enema for worms and bowel infections. Use the fresh extract oil or eat the raw cloves.
(09:46:24) (Anony) please share your recipe later, Rosie
(09:46:42) (Andrew) And Also....Vampires...rim shot !
(09:46:43) (Rosie) It is ready for sharing via e-mail at any time :o)
(09:46:53) (Cheryl) Honey, cayenne & minced garlic in a teasthingy for a sore throat.
(09:46:56) (WalksInSpirit) LOL Andrew
(09:46:56) (Rosie) first ask Merri if it's worth it!
(09:47:09) (Rosie) lol andrew
(09:47:11) (WalksInSpirit) 4 - GOLDENSEAL—
(09:47:28) (WalksInSpirit) This is another powerful antiseptic; and, in a sense, it is the first true herb on this list. (The first three can be purchased in the grocery store.)
(09:47:29) (merri) lol...good recipe Rosie
(09:47:52) (Rosie) ;o)
(09:48:06) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is good for alcoholism, allergies, asthma, bad breath, bladder diseases, bronchitis, canker sores, chicken pox, colds, diabetes, eczema, bleeding gums or gum infections, hay fever, heart weakness...
(09:48:31) (WalksInSpirit) hemorrhoids, herpes, indigestion, infections, inflammations, leukorrhea, liver problems, lymph congestion, measles, mammary and ovarian tumors, morning sickness, sore mouth, pyorrhea, tonsillitis, and ulcers.
(09:49:07) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for burns, canker sores, eye inflammations, bleeding gums, gum infections, herpes sores, leukorrhea, mouth sores, ringworm, skin inflammation, tonsillitis, and wounds.
(09:49:53) (merri) what is leukorrhea?
(09:50:46) (WalksInSpirit) A female infectious discharge.
(09:51:09) (will) Don't have to worry about that one
(09:51:14) (Rosie) nuff said about that!
(09:51:45) (WalksInSpirit) It is a specific for all kinds of mucous membrane problems. Small doses will relieve nausea during pregnancy. Used with cascara sagrada, it is a bowel tonic. As a retention enema, it will reduce swollen hemorrhoids.
(09:52:47) (WalksInSpirit) I used to get canker sores inside my mouth when I was a kid, every time I had a high fever. And Goldenseal would heal them up every time.
(09:53:20) (will) Goldenseal Injested ??
(09:53:46) (WalksInSpirit) The root, raw or powdered, placed on the sore.
(09:53:57) (WalksInSpirit) They make Goldenseal capsules now.
(09:54:37) (WalksInSpirit) Watch which ones you buy, though. You want the ones made from the root of the Goldenseal plant. Not from the leaves.
(09:55:00) (Anony) is the plant not the leaves?
(09:55:23) (Anony) oops, i c the root of the plant
(09:55:31) (WalksInSpirit) The Goldenseal root is more potent than the leaves.
(09:55:58) (WalksInSpirit) 5 - PEPPERMINT—
(09:56:14) (WalksInSpirit) This is an old household remedy, and is useful for a variety of conditions.
(09:56:39) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is useful for insomnia, measles, menstrual cramps, migraines, morning sickness, muscle spasms, nausea, nervous disorders, chills, colic, fevers, dizziness, gas, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dysentery, and hysteria.
(09:57:13) (will) Internally as a tea ???
(09:57:16) (WalksInSpirit) If you're a singer, a dab of Peppermint Oil on the back of the tongue works wonders before a performance.
(09:57:33) (Rosie) drinking it, will
(09:58:00) (WalksInSpirit) Yep, Will.
(09:58:03) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for skin itch, toothache, and local anesthetic to local pains and inflamed joints. For example, to open up the sinuses, put 5-10 drops into 2 quarts hot water and breathe it in through the mouth and nostrils. Cover the head with a cloth as you do this.
(09:58:13) (will) Is dried peppermint as good as fresh leaves ???
(09:58:20) (Rosie) I used to give weak mint tea to my kids when they were babies if they were gassy or naseous...worked every time
(09:58:39) (WalksInSpirit) Fresh is always better, if you can find it.
(09:58:51) (Rosie) but dried works, too
(09:58:58) (will) Grows like weeds in back yard
(09:59:09) (Rosie) as long as it's not lost its potency
(09:59:10) (Bill) it is a weed
(09:59:11) (Anony) mmom used to grow peppermint for that reason, grows like weeds.
(09:59:19) (Wanda) Once you plant some in a wet area it goes crazy. You will have a ton oof it
(09:59:30) (Cris) There used to be a doctor in Thomson GA that made something called Pitts Carminitive that had peppermint in it for colicky babies and it did work
(09:59:43) (Rosie) it's not a weed but it spreads like one via lateral roots just under the ground
(10:00:20) (WalksInSpirit) 6 - SLIPPERY ELM—
(10:00:22) (Roz) makes great tea w/ lemon
(10:00:30) (Rosie) yep :o)
(10:00:40) (WalksInSpirit) This is the inner white bark of the slippery elm tree, and is invaluable to keep on hand. (The outer dark bark is also sold, but is useless.)
(10:01:19) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is used for bladder inflammation, bronchitis, colitis, constipation, ovarian cramps, coughs, cystitis, diarrhea, diverticulitis, dysentery, eczema, flu, gas, hemorrhage, hemorrhoids, hoarseness, lung congestion, stomach problems, tonsillitis, ulcers.
(10:02:27) (Anony) sounds like great stuff
(10:02:43) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for burns, colitis, constipation, diverticulitis, dysentery, gangrenous wounds, hemorrhoids, open sores, rheumatoid and gouty afflictions, and wounds.
(10:03:09) (Wanda) Can you get this in capsule form?
(10:03:21) (Anony) how can it help constipation and diverticulitis externally?
(10:03:41) (Rosie) was wondering the same about dysentery
(10:04:03) (WalksInSpirit) I'm not sure on that, Wanda. All I have ever seen is the bark itself.
(10:04:35) (WalksInSpirit) You make a poultice from it. It works the same way as a castor oil pack, through absorption.
(10:04:55) (Anony) ah, ty
(10:05:05) (WalksInSpirit) Slippery elm is also used to bind materials of suppositories, boluses, lozenges, and unleavened breads together. It makes a nourishing gruel for children, for the elderly with weak stomachs, for those with ulcers and those who are recovering from diseases.
(10:05:22) (Rosie) lol...I answered my own question almost as soon as I asked it...*DOH*
(10:05:47) (WalksInSpirit) 7 - LOBELIA—
(10:06:02) (WalksInSpirit) This is both a relaxant and stimulant, and a powerful helper.
(10:06:08) (Anony) a couple dummies are we Rosie?
(10:06:38) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is used for allergies, arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, chicken pox, contagious diseases, convulsions, coughs, earache, ear infections, fevers (all kinds), headache, heart palpitation, indigestion, jaundice, pleurisy, pneumonia, food poisoning, teething, toothache.
(10:07:01) (Rosie) can't comment about you, anony, but since I'm an herbalist of sorts it was a stupid question on MY part!
(10:07:13) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for snake and insect bites, poison ivy, ringworm, and tumors.
(10:07:33) (WalksInSpirit) Small doses of a tincture of lobelia (5-10 drops) will act as a tonic and stimulant; larger doses will act as a sedative.
(10:08:11) (WalksInSpirit) It relieves spasms and acts as an expectorant. It can be used as a wash on infected or itchy skin conditions. In large doses, it is an excellent emetic. It is especially good in spasmodic coughing of phlegm. Taken in small doses, it relaxes the heart and lowers rapid pulse.
(10:08:47) (WalksInSpirit) 8 - ALOE VERA—
(10:08:59) (WalksInSpirit) The gel from the leaves of this desert plant is invaluable. It is best used freshly picked from a plant. Keep several plants growing; you cannot have enough!
(10:09:22) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is good for chronic constipation, gastritis, hyperacidity, and stomach ulcers.
(10:09:32) (merri) great for poisen ivy!!
(10:09:44) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for abscesses, burns, infection in wounds, insect bites, skin irritations, and ulcers.
(10:09:52) (WalksInSpirit) There you go, Merri!
(10:10:08) (WalksInSpirit) When applied on the skin for severe burns and skin rashes, it can be left on for two days without changing the application.
(10:10:49) (WalksInSpirit) 9 - CASCARA SAGRADA—
(10:11:05) (WalksInSpirit) This is one of the safest laxatives for chronic constipation, and is not habit forming.
(10:11:26) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is used for constipation, cough, gall bladder disease, gallstones, gastric and intestinal disorders, hemorrhoids, indigestion, and jaundice.
(10:12:56) (WalksInSpirit) 10 - CORN SILK—
(10:13:10) (WalksInSpirit) This is the best single herb for increasing urine flow, thus helping to eliminate kidney and bladder problems.
(10:13:33) (Anony) would LOTS of water do the same thing?
(10:13:39) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is used for bed-wetting, chronic cystitis, inflammation of kidneys and bladder, kidney stones, prostatitis, excess uric acid, and urine retention.
(10:14:16) (WalksInSpirit) Not really, Anony.
(10:14:32) (WalksInSpirit) It is a good remedy for all inflammatory conditions of the urethra, bladder, prostate, and kidney; it can remove gravel from the kidneys, bladder and prostate. It helps the aged when their urine is scanty and has heavy sediment.
(10:15:07) (WalksInSpirit) 11 - HOPS—
(10:15:21) (WalksInSpirit) This is an excellent nervine and will produce sleep when insomnia is present. But it also has other uses.
(10:15:41) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is used for coughs, fever, headaches, indigestion, insomnia, jaundice, morning sickness, weak nerves, stomach tonic, throat, bronchial tubes, chest ailments, toothache, and ulcers.
(10:15:54) (Rosie) Cold beer here!!!
(10:16:01) (Anony) is the same thing they use in beer?
(10:16:11) (WalksInSpirit) Yep!
(10:16:13) (WalksInSpirit) LOL
(10:16:17) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for boils, bruises, earaches, inflammations, rheumatic pains, skin ailments, and ulcers.
(10:16:42) (WalksInSpirit) The tea is good for nervous stomach, poor appetite, gas, and intestinal cramps. Cold tea before meals will increase digestion. The dry herb can be placed inside a pillow; it will induce sleep.
(10:16:48) (Wanda) now I can add beer to my health food list!!!
(10:16:55) (WalksInSpirit) LOL Wanda
(10:17:04) (Anony) hmmmmm
(10:17:20) (WalksInSpirit) 12 - WITCH HAZEL—
(10:17:41) (Rosie) never shoulda taken it off, girlfriend! ;o)
(10:18:26) (WalksInSpirit) This is an excellent astringent herb and is one of the best remedies for stopping hemorrhages from the lungs, stomach, and bowels.
(10:19:33) (WalksInSpirit) Internally, it is used for diarrhea, diphtheria, hemorrhoids, prolapsed bowel, varicose veins, and uterine problems. It is used to stop bleeding from the lungs, and other internal organs.
(10:20:29) (WalksInSpirit) Externally, it is used for burns, bruises, diphtheria, insect bites, sore muscles, tonsillitis, and varicose veins.
(10:21:01) (Anony) good for puffy eyes too!
(10:21:28) (WalksInSpirit) As either fomentation or poultice, Witch Hazel is good for wounds, bed sores, sore and inflamed eyes, and oozing skin diseases. It is good for almost any internal or external inflamed condition.
(10:22:31) (WalksInSpirit) And that was the Twelve Most Important Healing Herbs.
(10:22:36) (Anony) terrific information, WalksInSpirit, thank you so very much.
(10:22:50) (Wanda) Thanks WIS
(10:23:17) (Wanda) What do you do wiht the corn silk WIS?
(10:23:40) (WalksInSpirit) I thank you all for the participation and attendance, and for allowing me to share this with you tonight. :-)
(10:23:42) (Cris) Thanks WIS
(10:24:08) (merri) great info WIS!
(10:24:09) (ron) thank you WIS very helpful
(10:24:11) (WalksInSpirit) You boil it and make a tea out of it, Wanda.
(10:24:28) (Wanda) okay, thanks.
(10:25:40) (WalksInSpirit) When my Dad was just a couple of months old, my Great-Grandmother I spoke of earlier cured him of the measles.
(10:26:06) (merri) WoW
(10:26:28) (WalksInSpirit) She could also "talk the fire" out of burns.
(10:27:29) (WalksInSpirit) She'd lay her hands on a burn and speak something, and the pain would go away immediately.
(10:27:43) (WalksInSpirit) And even the worst burns left no scars.
(10:28:43) (merri) amazing!
(10:30:41) (WalksInSpirit) Open Chat! Thanks again for your attendance, and allowing me to share this info with you tonight!
(10:30:58) (merri) TY WIS
(10:31:25) (merri) your great-grandmother must have been quite a 'healer'
(10:31:41) (WalksInSpirit) Yep, she was. People still talk about her.
(10:33:11) (WalksInSpirit) See, back then, The People took names from the Bible to "assimilate" into white culture. Or they were given the names by census takers.
(10:33:44) (WalksInSpirit) That's where her Christian name of Mary Magdalene came from.
(10:34:02) (WalksInSpirit) And Woodahcony was her People.
(10:34:15) (WalksInSpirit) Surname
(10:34:45) (lilith) Walks - weren't some of your people given names by the Indian agent?? mine were
(10:35:00) (WalksInSpirit) There's a lot of Biblical names in my family, plus a couple of "George Washingtons" in there, too
(10:35:07) (WalksInSpirit) Yep.
(10:35:16) (lilith) "to civilize them somewhat" was given back then, if memory serves
(10:37:09) (Cris) A lot of damage was done in the name of Christianity
(10:37:48) (lilith) all through the eons, Cris -
(10:40:05) (Cris) Blessings all I really enjoyed the talk this evening
(10:42:14) (WalksInSpirit) Well, I have a doc appointment in the morning early, and only have till midnight to eat, so I'm gonna get off of here and raise my cholesterol before they test it tomorrow! LOL
(10:42:28) (Rosie) thanks, WE :o)
(10:42:34) (WalksInSpirit) Night Blessings and thanks again everybody!
