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| Oregon Grape |
| (Mahonia [Berberis] spp.) |
| Part(s) used: The root (traditional) although the stems and foliage can be substituted with little loss in value. |
| Therapeutic effects: A stimulant to liver function and protein metabolism, Oregon grape is especially helpful to take along with dietary changes to increase protein and lipid consumption. This is often necessary for those with adrenalin stress, a chronic high glycemic index diet and overt kidney deficiency. |
| Preparations and dosages: Tincture [fresh root or whole plant, 1:2; dry root, 1:5, 50% alcohol] 10 to 60 drops. Cold infusion, 1 to 3 ounces. Capsules, #00, 1 to 3. All to 3x a day. |
| Contraindications: Acute inflammation, pregnancy, liver disease and hyperthyroid conditions. |
| Pau D'Arco |
| (Tabebuia spp.) |
| Part(s) used: The bark. |
| Therapeutic effects: A very effective antifungal for those with chronic candida. One of the best antioxidant herbs. |
| Preparations and dosages: Gold infusion, 2 to 4 ounces to 3x a day. Tincture [1:5, 50% alcohol], 1/2 to 1 teaspoon to 4x a day. |
| Peony Root |
| (Paeonia spp.) |
| Part(s) used: Fresh, dried or slightly cured tubers (Chinese peony). |
| Therapeutic effects: One of the better herbal antispasmodics, particularly useful for recurring cramps of small smooth muscles and sphincters as differentiated from the usual wavelike cramps associated with the colon, uterus or ureters. |
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