| Cramp
Bark (Black Haw) is one of
the best remedies for menstrual pain. It is
an anti-spasmodic, anti-inflammatory, sedative,
and uterine & muscle relaxant. |
| Morinda
(Noni) reduces pain and swelling,
is an anti-inflammatory, can help with minor
depression, is believed to be cleansing for
the body. |
| Ginger
is an aromatic stimulant that improves digestion,
appetite, circulation, while reducing nausea
and vomiting. It is an anti-spasmodic and
anti-inflammatory. |
| Chamomile
is a relaxing and cleansing herb
that helps to relax smooth muscle contractions.
Can help ease GI irritations, stomach and
menstrual cramps. Is anti-inflammatory and
anti-spasmodic gentle sedative. Warning:
Do not use if you are allergic to ragweed
or daisies. |
Valerian
Root is a strong natural tranquilizer
and sedative. It helps with nervous headaches
and insomnia. It can be used internally for
cramps, although some prefer to make a poultice
of Valerian and lay that right on the area
of pain. Most effective when used for 2-3
weeks, with a week or two off.
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False
Unicorn is a stimulating tonic herb
for the reproductive and urinary organs. It
helps to balance and regulate hormones. Especially
good for a "heavy, dragging" feeling
in the lower abdomen, and easing menstrual
cramps.
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| Blue
Cohosh is a tonic for female organs
that helps to regulate menstruation. It can
relieve many kinds of muscle cramps and spasms.
It is especially good for feelings of "coldness"
or a sense of "congestion and fullness"
in the pelvic area, and leg pains. |
Red
Raspberry is one of the best female
nutritive tonics. It can relieve excess menstrual
bleeding (menorrhagia). This herb helps to
strengthen and normalize female organs and
tones the uterus. Great for pregnancy!
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| Burdock
has anti-inflammatory and anti-infective properties.
It is good for removing acids and waste, and
helpful for water retention and Endo inflammation.
It is a very good cleansing herb. |
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| White
Willow is what aspirin is
synthesized from as it contains salicylates
(aspirin is salicylic acid). It contains high
amounts of calcium and magnesium which can
be extremely helpful in controlling pain.
White willow also reduces inflammation, heat
and is analgesic. Although most people with
aspirin sensitivities can effectively use
this natural form without side effects, caution
is advised. |
| Thyme
was traditionally known as "Mother
Thyme" and used for centuries for uterine
problems, it is an anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic. |
| Horsetail
(Shavegrass) is also high in calcium
and magnesium. It helps to heal damaged tissues
and helps to stop excessive menstrual flow.
It is an anti-inflammatory. |
| Wood
Betony is a nervine herb that acts
as a general relaxant for the nervous system.
It helps to relax muscles, blood vessels,
bowels, and organs. Animals in the wild have
been known to seek out this herb when wounded. |
| Feverfew
inhibits the release of histamine
(which can irritate pain receptors) and can
also help allergies. It is an anti-inflammatory
and relaxant, and is especially good for migraines
and other headaches. It helps to promote menstruation
which could be helpful to those suffering
from amenorrhea. Not recommended for anyone
taking blood thinning drugs. |
Passion
Flower is an anti-spasmodic, mild
sedative nervine herb that acts as a muscle
relaxant and helps to relax digestive and
uterine spasms. It can help to turn off "mental
chatter", thus promoting sleep.
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| Black
Cohosh is another female tonic herb
that can also help menopausal symptoms. It
acts as a sedative for the central nervous
system. This herb is especially good for dull,
aching and tense ovarian pain and also for
a sense of "soreness and dragging"
in the womb, also good for menstrual pain.
It can be a gastric irritant, causing nausea
or headaches if used in large quantities. |
| Dong
Quai (Angelica) is "The Queen
of Female Herbs", used for over 20 centuries
in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is also
called "Female Ginseng". It helps
with feelings of "coldness", regulating
monthly periods. This herb is also good for
anemia, as it helps to "build" the
blood. Not recommended for anyone taking blood-thinning
agents. |
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