Barberry
( Berberis Vulgaris)
Other Names:: : Common Barberry, European Barberry, Berberis
A bitter liver tonic,contains berberine, an antimicrobial and antifungal compound. Increases bile production and has been used to lower high blood pressure as it dilates blood vessels. By itself it's a weak antibiotic but extracting it's components displays significantly strong activity. Berberine is predominantly found in the roots. A perennial, deciduous shrub, up to 3 meters tall.
Large doses can cause vomiting. Should not be used while pregnant or breast feeding. Can interfere with liver of small infants. Adverse reactions with antibiotic tetracycline.
Energetics::
Drying
Remove excess fluid from tissue, causing it to become more firm and dense, relieve conditions of dampness and sweling.
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Properties::
Bitter
Triggers the gastrointestinal system to get ready to eat
Antiseptic
Removes toxins from the body and waste accumulations such as pus. prevent the growth of disease-causing microorganisms
Antimicrobial
Stimulates positive cellular forces (white blood cells). destroys germs
Anti-Fungal
Stops or inhibits fngal growth
Alterative
Gradually restoring healthy bodily functions - slow working, increase assimilation of nutrients.
Astringent
Constriction / knitting together of body tissues - good to reduce chronic inflammation of the bowels.
Ailments::
Vagina
Spleen
Sore Throat
Skin Problems
Rheumatism
Mouth Sores
Liver
Kidneys
Jaundice
Heartburn
Heart
Gums
Gas
Gall Stones
Gall Bladder
Fever
Douche
Digestive Disorders
Diarrhea
Constipation
Colon
Boils
Blood Purifier
Blood Pressure (high)
Bladder
Arthritis
Appetite (improve)
Anemia
Associated with ::
Kidneys
Heart
Sinuses
Digestive
Hepatic
Immune
Integumentary
Agrimony
( Agrimonia eupatoria)
Other Names:: : Church steeples, Cocklebur, Sticklewort
A perennial herb with yellow flowers, commonly used in traditional medicine for its astringent properties. An Astringent that helps stop urinary bleeding and diarrhea. Has an energetic effect on the nervous system and can help relieve emotional tension. Helpful for urinary tract infections and cystitis. Relaxes blood flow to the liver. In traditional Chinese medicine it helps constricted liver chi.
SPECIFIC INDICATIONS: Atonic conditions of the urinary apparatus. Improves the tone of all mucous membranes.
Decoction: 4 -8 oz 4 times a day. Tincture: 5 drops - 3ml 3 times a day. Glycerite: 1/4 - 1 teaspoon, 3 times a day. Topically: Apply as needed a salve, ointment, or compress.
Energetics::
Drying
Remove excess fluid from tissue, causing it to become more firm and dense, relieve conditions of dampness and sweling.
Relaxing
Relax muscle cramps and spasms, relieving excess tension in the tisues. promotes easier flow and movement and can help increse deficient secretion.
Properties::
Anti-Inflammatory
Helps control inflammation
Astringent
Constriction / knitting together of body tissues - good to reduce chronic inflammation of the bowels.
Hemostatic
Coagulation, wound healing
Ailments::
Anxiety
A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.
Bladder
Bladder Infection
Bladder Weakness
Liver
Mucous Membranes
Stress
Tension
Urinary Disorders
Yeast Infection
Associated with ::
Gastrointestinal
Liver
Urinary
