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| and anxiety reactions. It may also be used in migraine that is associated with tension, neuralgia, anxiety-induced palpitations or insomnia. Extracts have antiviral properties, and a lotion-based extract may be used for skin lesions of herpes simplex, the antiviral activity having been confirmed both in laboratory and clinical trials. |
| Preparations & dosage: Infusion: Pour 1 cup of boiling water onto 1 to 2 tsp. of the dried herb or 4 to 6 fresh leaves and leave to infuse for 10 to 15 minutes, well-covered. A cup of this tea should be taken in the morning and the evening or when needed. Tincture: Take 1 to 2 ml of the tincture 3 times a day. |
| Linden |
| Tilia Europea |
| Part used: Dried flowers. |
| Actions: Nervine, antispasmodic, hypotensive, diaphoretic, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, astringent. |
| Indications: Linden is well-known as a relaxing remedy for use in nervous tension. It has a reputation as a prophylactic against the development of arteriosclerosis and hypertension. It is considered a specific in the treatment of raised blood pressure associated with arteriosclerosis and nervous tension. Its relaxing action combined with a general effect upon the circulatory system give linden a role in the treatment of some forms of migraine. The diaphoresis combined with the relaxation explain its value in feverish colds and flu. |
| Preparations & dosage: Infusion: Pour 1 cup of boiling water onto 1 tsp. of the blossoms and leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 3 times a day. For a |
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