What about the Preparation of Herbs
Herbs should be processed before using or making into various forms. Because most Chinese herbs are used unprepared, besides general handling, quite a few should be specifically processed to meet dema …
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Viola Herb (Zi Hua Di Ding, Herba Violae)
This herb is the whole plant (including root) of the perennial herb, Viola yedoensis Mak. (Family Violaceae). It is collected in spring when the fruit is ripe, washed and dried in sunlight, cut into s …
DetailsTreating Depression with St. John’s Wort
Dr. Michael Tierra L.AC., O.M.D. Remember Woody Allen’s film Annie Hall? The name was changed from the original Anne Hedonia (or ‘anhedonia’ from an meaning “not” and hedonia from hedonist meaning “p …
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Topical Uses for Cannabis sativa L.
Cannabis is considered under Federal law as a class I Controlled Substance, although in many states it is legal under medical marijuana laws. This monograph will concentrate on cannabis’s topical ef …
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Three Commonly Used Herbs of Croatia
Michael Tierra On a recent visit to the Dalmatian coast, including the beautiful coastline cities of Split and Dubrovnik, I encountered at the local market bazaars venders of the finest grade selling …
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The Wonders of Triphala
Triphala is the most popular Ayurvedic herbal formula of India, since it is an effective laxative that also supports the body’s strength. The constitution of vegetarian Hindus cannot tolerate harsh laxatives anymore than vegetarians in other countries. Because of its high nutritional value, Triphala uniquely cleanses and detoxifies at the deepest organic levels without depleting the body’s reserves. This makes it one of the most valuable herbal preparations in the world.
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The Emmenagogues
Herbs that move blood and relieve pain Dr. Michael Tierra L.AC., O.M.D. 1 Vervain 8 Saffron 15 Blue Cohosh 2 Corydalis 9 Calendula 16 Rose Flowers 3 Turmeric 10 Frankincense 17 Chaste Berries …
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Rooibos for Radiant Health
Like many other herbalists, I like to drink herbal tea with or after my meals. However, it’s not always easy to find. Generally most restaurants offer chamomile and/or mint teas, but few other choices. So you can imagine how happy I was to discover that in South Africa I found rooibos tea everywhere plus available…
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Rhodiola Rosea
Rhodiola Rosea by Michael Tierra, L.Ac, AHG Rhodiola Rosea is a member of the family Crassulaceae, a family of plants native to the arctic regions of Eastern Siberia. It grows at altitudes of 11,000 …
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Commonly Known As “Love in the Mist” A Beautiful Middle Eastern Herb With Many Uses Dr. Michael Tierra L.AC., O.M.D. Nigella, (NIGELLA SATIVA L.) Black Cumin, Fitch (Biblical), Love in the Mist, Fitc …
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Near Forgotten Remedies
Herbs from Scudder’s Pocket Case found in his The Essentials of Practice. Dr. Michael Tierra L.AC., O.M.D. The Three Arterial Sedatives: veratrum, aconite and gelsemium. 1. Veratrum Viride (America …
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Mullein (Verbascum Thapsus) Scrophulariaceae Family
It is a native to Britain with various species found throughout Europe, Asia, the Himalayas and India. It has naturalized itself throughout the United States. … Other names blanket herb, Aaron’s …
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Loquat Leaf, Fruit and Seed
Dr. Michael Tierra L.Ac., O.M.D. Biological Name: Rosaceae Eriobotryae japonicae Other Names: Loquat leaf, pi pa ye Is a subtropical tree belonging to the rosaceae family. The fruit, kernel and tender …
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Kava: Powerful Anti-Stress Herb
Dr. Michael Tierra L.Ac., O.M.D., Founder of the American Herbalists Guild The belief that there is an herb for every human condition is attested by the unique virtues of Kava. A member of the pepper …
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Jade Screen: Traditional Chinese formula to Strengthen the Immune System
The Best Formula for Colds and Flu Prevention (and the first line of natural defense against the threatened flu pandemic) By Michael Tierra L.Ac., O.M.D., founder of the American Herbalists Guild In …
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Is Soy Richer in Isoflavones?
Jim Duke Is soy (Glycine) really richer in isoflavones ,as soy-sponsored studies indicate, than Phaseolus beans? Perhaps I am blind to possible errors in the Kaufmann et al paper, showing many legumes …
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By Al Stone, L.Ac…. As is the case with many aspects of traditional Chinese medicine, there are many ways to get results. When it comes to the steeping of raw herbs for medicinal …
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Herbal Proving: Snapdragon Skullcap Scutellaria antirrhinoides
Herbal Proving: Scutellaria antirrhinoides, ‘snapdragon skullcap,’ Lamiaceae (Mint family)by Holly Nielsen…June 2008……The species can be found throughout Northern California (N of Bay …
DetailsHerbal Proving: Lemon Balm, Melissa Officinalis
by Mara Ribbin Lemon Balm is in the Labiatae, or mint, family, and has the classic square stem of that family, two leaves opposite one another on stem, oval leaves with slightly scalloped edges and cr …
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Herbal Proving: English Ivy, Hedera helix
Proving English Ivy: …Hedera helix (Araliaceae’”Ginseng family) by Holly Nielsen …June 2008……Having recently spent several winter months in the dark and dripping Pacific Northwest …
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Guggul: An Herbal Preparation with Many Health-giving Uses
by Dr. Michael Tierra, O.M.D….October 2008 Guggul or guggulu (commiphora mukul, also commiphora wightii), more popularly known as Bdellium, is derived from the gummy resinous exudate of a plant …
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Ginseng: The Effect of Steaming
(This Includes the Chinese and Korean Red Ginseng) Report Says Hot Steam Dramatically Increases Ginseng’s Potency Steaming ginseng at higher temperatures can boost its potency dramatically, according …
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Garlic Butter Better for Preventing Heart Attacks
By Alan Tillotson, Ph.D., AHG Recent TV ads from major cholesterol-lowering drugs like Lipitor flash language stating that the medicines do not prevent heart attacks or heart disease. In comparison, …
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Flowers as Medicine
The Way of Herbs revisited… Dr. Michael Tierra L.AC., O.M.D. Herbal medicine is a humble art. I like to think that herbs are in our path as a symbol of the abiding love of the Great Spirit for all …
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Elder (Sambucus nigra)
Herb of the month, May, 1999 Compiled by Michael Tierra L.Ac., O.M.D. Elder (Sambucus Nigra) Part used: the flower and the berries… Family: Caprifoliaceae… All parts are used including the …
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Contemporary History of the Escharotic Black Salve
Narrated by Clark Bigham to Dr. Michael Tierra It was some 28 years ago, that my son was diagnosed with glomurulonephritis. Since conventional western medicine has nothing to offer by the way o …
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Assembling an Herbal First Aid Kit
Susan W. Kramer, Ph.D., Esq. I’ve always been fascinated by first aid kits. As a child I loved going to sporting goods stores where I would run to the camping department and would (clandestinely) ope …
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Ashwagandha: Wonder Herb of India
By Dr. Michael Tierra There is an herb regarded as a 1st class adaptogenic tonic in one of the world’s greatest herbal medical systems, an herb which can compare favorably to the world’s most reno …
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Asafoetida
For Digestive Weakness, Food Allergies and Candida Dr. Michael Tierra L.Ac., O.M.D. Asafoetida (Ferula foetida), also known as Narthex or Hing. Recognized by its overwhelming odor which has given ris …
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Albizia: The Tree of Happiness
For many, an effective natural approach for the treatment of mild states of depression and anxiety Michael Tierra L.Ac., O.M.D., Founder of the American Herbalists Guild The flowers and bark of the m …
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