 Being a moderate circulatory stimulant, it has on occasions served well in certain types of rheumatic disorders when these were due to diminished circulation and general toxicity. Being an excellent antiseptic, Juniper berries, when used in a combination, is very helpful with conditions such as cystitis to remove acid and toxic wastes. The berries can improve impaired digestion and strengthen weak stomachs.
•Juniper in a formula, is beneficial in helping to dissolve kidney stones and prostate sediment, as well as in the treatment of water retention.
•Juniper works well to increase the flow of urine.
•When uric acid has been retained in the system, Juniper has been found to be very beneficial by preventing the crystallization of uric acid in the kidney thus, retaining it in solution to be passed in the urine.
•Juniper cleans the blood so well that it tones the system helping to reduce the bodies susceptibility to disease
•Juniper is naturally high in producing usable insulin aiding in the healing effect on the entire body where there is an insulin deficiency.
•As a poultice, Juniper may be applied directly onto wounds to prevent infection. Internally, Juniper, because of its blood cleaning properties, will effect similar control of infection.
•If kidney disease is suspected, Juniper berries may over-stimulate the kidneys and adrenals, so it should be avoided. Marshmallow and Corn silk are soothing herb that may be substituted.
Juniper also helps with: Adrenal glands, Bed wetting, Bladder problems, Bleeding, Colds, Diabetes, Dropsy, Fungal infections, Hypoglycemia, Infection, Kidney infections, Kidney stones, Nephritis, Optic nerve weakness, Pancreas. Regular price: $0.75 Sale price: $0.70 |  What It Is Used For
Historically, lavender was used as an antiseptic and for mental health purposes.
Today, the herb is used for conditions such as anxiety, restlessness, insomnia, and depression.
Lavender is also used for headache, upset stomach, and hair loss.
A tea brewed from Lavender tops, made in moderate strength, is excellent to relieve headache from fatigue and exhaustion, giving the same relief as the application of Lavender water to the temples.
WARNING:
An infusion taken too freely, will, however, cause griping and colic, and Lavender oil in too large doses is a narcotic poison and causes death by convulsions. Regular price: $1.00 Sale price: $0.85 |