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| tion through the bitter stimulation of the juices while also providing a carminative oil. It has a mildly nervine action in aiding depression and easing tension, which appears to be due to the volatile oil, so it is essential that this is not lost in preparation. Mugwort may also be used as an emmenagogue in the aiding of normal menstrual flow. |
| Preparations & dosage: Infusion: Pour 1 cup of boiling water onto 1 to 2 tsp. of the dried herb and leave to infuse for 10 to 15 minutes in a covered container. Drink 3 times a day. Mugwort is used as a flavoring in a number of aperitif drinks, such as vermoutha pleasant way to take it! Tincture: Take 1 to 2 ml of the tincture 3 times a day. |
| Oatstraw |
| Avena sativa |
| Part used: Seeds and whole plant. |
| Actions: Nervine tonic, antidepressant, nutritive, demulcent, vulnerary. |
| Indications: Oatstraw is one of the best remedies for nourishing the nervous system, especially when under stress. It is considered a specific in cases of nervous debility and exhaustion when associated with depression. It may be used with most of the other nervines, both relaxant and stimulatory, to strengthen the whole of the nervous system. It is also used in general debility. |
| Preparations & dosage: Infusion: Pour 1 cup of boiling water onto 1 to 3 tsp. of the dried oatstraw and leave to infuse 10 to 15 minutes. Drink 3 times a day. Tincture: Take 3 to 5 ml 3 times a day. Bath: A soothing bath for use in neuralgia and irritated skin conditions can be made as follows. Boil 1 pound of |
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