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| same oils to reach inflamed mucous membranes in the sinuses and lungs. |
| Clinical and laboratory research demonstrates statistically what the herbalist knows experientially, that chamomile will reduce inflammation, colic pain and protect against ulcer formation in the whole of the digestive tract. |
| Preparations & dosage: The herb may be used in all the ways plants can be prepared as medicines. Used fresh or dried it can be infused to make a tea. The tincture is an excellent way of ensuring that all the plant's components are extracted and available for the body. In aromatherapy the essential oil of chamomile is a valued preparation. Tea: Take 2 to 3 tsp, dried herb infused in 1 cup boiling water for 10 minutes, 3 to 4 times a day. Tincture: Take 1/4 tsp. 3 times a day. |
| Crampbark: Viburnum opulus |
| Part used: Dried bark. |
| Actions: Antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, nervine, hypotensive, astringent. |
| Indications: Crampbark shows by its name its richly deserved reputation as a relaxer of muscular tension and spasm. It has two main areas of use, in muscular cramps and in ovarian and uterine muscle problems. Crampbark will relax the uterus and so relieve painful cramps associated with menstrual periods. In a similar way it may be used to protect from threatened miscarriage. Its astringent action gives it a role in the treatment of excessive blood loss, especially bleeding associated with the menopause. |
| Preparations & dosage: Decoction: Put 2 tsp. of the dried bark into 1 cup of water and bring to boil. Simmer gently for 10 to 15 minutes. Strain. Drink a hot cup of this tea 3 times a day. Tincture: Take 1/2 tsp. 3 times a day. |
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