Dry Herbs & Berries

Description. Centuary is considered to be one of the most useful bitter herbs. It acts on kidneys and liver, purifies the blood, strengthens digestive function, increases stomach secretions to assist with the breakdown of food, stimulates the appetite, and increases bile production. The whole herb is an appetizer, aromatic, bitter, cholagogue, diaphoretic, digestive, emetic, febrifuge, hepatic, homeopathic, poultice, stomachic, tonic, liver stimulant, and mild nervine. Centuary contains secoiridoids, alkaloids, phenolic acids, triterpenes, xanthone derivatives, phenolic acids, nicotinic acid compounds, traces of essential oil, oleanolic acid, triterpenes. Use. Centuary is used for high blood pressure and for the gall bladder and liver. In folk medicine, Centaury is employed to strengthen the bladder and prevent bed wetting, for constipation, colic, anemia, gas, heartburn, delayed menses, to lose weight, to destroy head lice, for gout, and for digestion. Centaury was considered a panacea, and was recommended for virtually any medical condition or disorder. Centaury is most commonly used when a digestive or gastric stimulant is needed and it is also utilized for heartburn, delayed menstruation, appetite loss and anorexia when liver weakness is involved, anemia, colic, cramps, constipation, metabolic disorders, diabetes, intestinal worms, kidney problems, jaundice, hepatitis, gallbladder and liver disease, heartburn, rheumatism, gout, to reduce fevers, and as a blood cleanser, a gentle laxative, and to lose weight.

Attention! Before using any herbal products, make sure that you have full knowledge of how the herb works and any adverse reaction it may cause.

Description. Chamomile has been known of since ancient times and has been called the plant's physician because ailing garden plants recover when it is planted close to them. Chamomile is one of the most widely used ingredients in herbal teas worldwide. An infusion of the flowers is taken internally as an anodyne, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, cholagogue, diaphoretic, emmenagogue, febrifuge, sedative, stomachic, tonic and stimulating metabolism. In particular it is an excellent herb for various digestive disorders, nervous tension and irritability and is also used externally for skin problems. Use. An infusion is particularly useful as a stomachic, nervine and sedative for young children, especially when they are teething. It is also used for irritable bowel syndrome, peptic ulcers and hiatus hernia. In large doses, or when taken regularly for several times each day, the tea can be emetic and can also cause the symptoms it is intended to cure. The flowers are also used externally to treat wounds, sunburn, burns, hemorrhoids, mastitis and leg ulcers. We believe that every home should have therapeutic chamomile in their medicine cupboard - especially where there are young children.

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Internally: Taken for insomnia and migraines, gastrointestinal disorders, liver and bile duct diseases, meteorism, stomach spasms, diarrhea, menstrual disorders, and as a diaphoretic for colds.

Method of application and dosage: Steep 1 tablespoon of raw material in 200 ml of boiling water, infuse for 20-30 minutes, strain, squeezing the remaining raw material, take 2-3 tablespoons 3-4 times a day.

Externally: Used as an enema for colitis and hemorrhoids; as rinses for inflamed gums, mucous membranes, angina; as compresses for eczema, ulcers, boils; as a footbath for rheumatism, gout, arthritis, and bruises. For rinses and washes: steep 1 part of the herb in 20 parts of boiling water, infuse for 20-30 minutes, strain, and use as directed. For compresses and baths: steep 1 part of the herb in 10 parts of boiling water, boil for 15 minutes in a water bath, infuse at room temperature for 45 minutes, strain, squeezing the remaining raw material, and use as directed.

Contraindications: Individual intolerance. Do not wipe your eyes with chamomile infusion.

Internally: Has a beneficial effect on the state and efficiency of the nervous system. Chicory root improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, urinary system, and contributes to lowering blood sugar levels. Enhances metabolism, significantly reducing body weight.

Method of application and doses: Grind into powder, pour 1 teaspoon with cold water (200 ml), and put it on the heat. Bring to a boil, infuse for 5-10 minutes. It is recommended to take one-third of a glass before breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Contraindications: Individual intolerance.

Composition: immortelle, peppermint, yarrow, coriander.

Liver and bile duct diseases: acute and chronic cholecystitis, hepatitis, cholangitis, dyskinesia of the bile ducts, postcholecystectomy syndrome.

Contains: Yarrow flowers, Nettle leaves, Arnica flowers, Dandelion root, Chicory root granules, and Artichoke leaves. Uses:Cholesterol Blend has antioxidant properties which help to relax the peripheral blood vessels, improve blood flow and overall health. The plant extracts help to lower circulating levels of total cholesterol in the plasma of the blood.

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Internally, it is taken as an expectorant for upper respiratory tract diseases; as an effective remedy for treating bronchial asthma, anemia, cystitis, dysmenorrhea, and chronic rheumatism; as a diuretic for edema of cardiac and renal origin.

Method of application and dosage: Steep 3 teaspoons of crushed dry inflorescences in 250 ml of boiling water, infuse for 1 hour. Strain and take 1/4 cup 4 times a day 20 minutes before meals. To prepare the tincture, take 40 g of dry inflorescences and pour 500 ml of 40% vodka. Infuse for 10 days in a dark place, strain, and take 20 ml before lunch or bedtime.

Externally, meadow clover is applied as poultices, decoctions, and infusions for abscesses, burns, and joint pain.

Contraindications: individual intolerance and high blood pressure.

Applied as an expectorant, anti-inflammatory drugs for diseases of the upper respiratory tract and lungs

In chronic constipation, colitis (inflammation of the colon), enterocolitis (inflammation of the small and large intestine)

Folk remedy for strengthening hair and combating dandruff:

A decoction of coltsfoot mixed with nettle is an effective remedy for strengthening hair and combating abundant dandruff.

Internal use:

Take it internally for the following conditions: bronchial asthma, bronchitis, pleurisy, pneumonia, runny nose, flu, inflammatory processes in the oral cavity, toothache, arthritis, myositis, allergies, epilepsy, malaria, edema, shortness of breath, gastrointestinal diseases, peptic ulcer, gastritis, heart diseases, bladder, and kidney diseases.

Preparation and dosage: Pour 5 g of raw materials with 200 ml of boiling water, boil for 10 minutes, infuse at room temperature for 10-15 minutes, then strain. Take 1 tablespoon 3-4 times a day before meals.

External use:

Externally, the decoction is used for accelerating the ripening of boils, for chronic wounds and ulcers. It is also used for gargling in case of angina and for douching in inflammatory diseases of the female genital organs accompanied by discharge. For external use, pour 50 g of raw materials with 1 liter of boiling water, boil for 5 minutes, strain, and apply externally.

Contraindications: Individual intolerance.