Natural Herbal Remedies and Their Uses

Although natural herbal remedies are created from natural products, are they necessarily safe

Herbs and herbal remedies have been used for hundreds of years to treat a number of different ailments. Today, more and more people are turning to natural treatments for medical conditions to try and improve their health and do it in a natural way.

Following is a list of some of the common herbs that are used to treat mild conditions. There are many different herbs so this list is only a small number of herbs and some of the most popular ones.

- Chamomile is a great herb for calming the nerves and relieving stress. It also helps speed up the healing process and is good for stomach problems.

- Garlic has great antibiotic and antiviral properties and is also good for cardiovascular problems. You can eat garlic raw or have it cooked in food, if cooked it is best if added late in the cooking process to preserve the beneficial nutrients.

- Goldenseal has fantastic antibiotic properties and is great for fighting infections. For the best results, steep half to one teaspoon of root goldenseal for each cup and leave for ten minutes.

- Ginseng is used to improve stamina and stimulate the immune system. It also helps to protect the liver from toxins. You can purchase ginseng on its own or you can find it as a main ingredient in many herbal supplements.

- Ginger reduces the risk of heart attack and helps to prevent internal blood clotting. Ginger can also prevent motion sickness if taken before travelling. Ginger is also often used by pregnant women to reduce morning sickness.

- Spearmint and peppermint are both great for indigestion.

- Licorice helps to relieve ulcers and also soothes a sore throat.

Above are popular herbs used in the Western world and there are many others that are quite popular and have been very effectively used in China and India.

On this site you can learn about some of the most popular and safe Herbal remedies

NaturAll Calm -Herbal Remedy

Formulated with St. Johns Wort for Anxiety & Depression

Product Features

• Treats Moodiness, Anxiety and Depression
• St. John's Wort has been treating anxiety for over 2000 years
• As effective as synthetic anti-depressants with fewer side effects
• Contains St. John's Wort which has been used for minor boutsof anxiety and depression
• It has worked well for many of our customers. We are often told, they can’t function without it

Customer Review:

5.0 out of 5 stars” I can really feel the difference”
By K. Parr "bogie" -
I have a lot on my mind and a lot on plate every day. I cna't tell you of all the things that I have tried in order to destress and declutter. Grandma's Herbs NaturALL Calm really did the job for me.

I found that I could focus a little better, sleep a little better and I was much less moody with my coworkers and family. I think that they like NaturALL Calm more than I do. Great product Grandma!

NewPhase Complete Menopausal Support Caplets

Herbal Remedies for Menopausal support.

Helps relieve:

hot flashes, night sweats, irritability. Helps support: cardiovascular health, strong bones.

Standardized dietary supplement. Menopausal support.

All natural. Drug free.

New improved formula. More heart-healthy ingredients.

• All Natural
• Drug Free Formula
• Phytoestrogen Support

Customer Review:

5.0 out of 5 stars “Simply the best!”
By Susie "pet rescuer" (Phoenix, Arizona)

I've been using New Phase for approximately seven years and I can't imagine life without it. I tried pretty much all other natural products for the effects of menopause including Estroven, which seems to be widely known but did not do a thing for me!

New Phase completely stopped all hot flashes and night sweats. This is so much more preferable to going on a prescription medication.

I only wish more women would try this product and see what a difference it will make in your life.

Other Traditional Herbal Remedies Include:

Chinese herbs such as Fo Ti, Green Tea, Dong Quai and Reishi Mushrooms are used to treat infections, control vaginal discharges, help with menstrual cycles, assist with asthma, treat choughs and treat general fatigue.

The Chinese herb Ephedra is sometimes used to treat asthma and colds, however it can cause high blood pressure and insomnia so should not be used without consultation of a qualified herbalist and should definitely not be used while pregnant.

Popular Indian herbs are Brahmi, Ashwagandha, Amla, Guggul, Shilajit, Tulsi and Turmeric.

Guggul is used in modern medicine for heart ailments and joint pains and Ashwagandha is referred to as the Indian Ginseng.

Homeopathy is also a great choice for using natural remedies as it focuses on treatment the root of the problem rather than just treating the symptoms of the problem.

Homeopathy also treats the person rather than the symptoms and as a result two people with the same symptoms may receive different remedies.

Homeopathy uses many herbs, including some toxic herbs and other natural products to produce highly diluted remedies.

These Herbal remedies are used to treat ailments such as coughs and colds, sexual dysfunction, arthritis, diabetes and cardiovascular problems.

Hylands Snifflesn Sneezes 4 Kids

Product Description

Colds are unbearable, but with Hyland's Sniffles 'n Sneezes 4 Kids, Old Man Winter doesn't have to have a hold on children this winter. This all natural, homeopathic medicine offers kids relief from the uncomfortable symptoms of the common cold - from sneezing and sore throat to runny eyes, runny nose and headache.

Sniffles 'n Sneezes 4 Kids is formulated especially for children ages 2-12, with an active ingredient proven to shorten the duration of colds by nearly half.

An all-natural, homeopathic medicine that relieves symptoms of the common cold, including sneezing, sore throat, runny eyes, runny nose and headaches Zincum Gluconicum, one of the active ingredients in Sniffles 'n Sneezes, has been clinically proven to shorten the duration of a cold by nearly half

Effective and free of pseudoephedrine acetaminophen Safe to take without side effects or interactions with other drugs

Specially formulated for kids 2-12 years Quick dissolving tablets melt like magic

Customer Review:

5.0 out of 5 stars “Fantastic Product”
By A. Rivera "Fire Mom"
I love this and have used this since my daughter was 18 months. I know is says 2yrs but she was having constant colds and was on a nebulizer.

I swear by the Teething Tabs so decided to try the Sniffles & Sneezes. It is amazing.

I've headed off more colds with it than I care to count or it has lessened the duration of her misery. She knows what it is and has asked for it.

The rest of the family was skeptical until they saw it work. I rarely have to finish the whole doses for the first 2 hrs before her symptoms are gone.

I've also used other Hyland products for coughs & love them as well. Terrific company.

Native Remedies UTI-Clear for Urinary Tract and Bladder Health

Product Features

• Supports bladder and urinary tract functioning, plus complete urinary system health
• Soothe the urinary tract using systemic flushing
• Address common bloating and maintain the natural water balance in the body
• Support routine equilibrium of pH (acidity or alkalineness)
• 100% herbal formula that contains carefully selected herbs in therapeutic dosage

Customer Review:

5.0 out of 5 stars “Great Product!!!!”
By Dana Gallagher "Celtic Dreamer" (Midwest)
I suffer from reoccurring bladder/urinary tract infections. At one point I had one severe enough to seek medical help and antibiotics.

The antibiotics messed up my stomach real bad and also caused me to get a yeast infection. It just seemed stupid to have one problem to take medication and gain another problem.

For future reference I decided to check online for a natural cure rather than continue this stupid cycle. I found the Native Remedies website and tried out UTI-Clear.

Within a day or so my symptoms felt better and I tried to stop taking the product. Well, of course they came back. It's like any medication you have to completely the dose.

I did what the bottle said (think some reviewers did not) I took three doses per day each with 15 drops in a glass of water. I did this for about four weeks and I didn't need any medication. I also made some life changes, such as lessening my intact of soda....

Every so often I'll get that twinge of something down there (maybe when I've had over my normal intact of carbonated beverages) I'll order some UTI-Clear (follow the instructions) and then I'm right as rain.

Although natural remedies are created from natural products, are they necessarily safe?

The safety of any product, including natural remedies, depends on the products used to create it. It also depends on the ability of the person preparing it and the person prescribing it. The use of herbs for medicinal purposes is not regulated by the FDA so these aspects are extremely important.

There are some herbs, that although have great healing properties, can actually be poisonous in their undiluted form. An example of this is Nux Vomica which is used to treat many different ailments. However, Nux Vomica is derived from an Asiatic plant and this plant contains toxins like brucine and strychnine and these can be incredibly poisonous in their original form.

When herbs and plants are used in homeopathy they go through a dilution process that makes them suitable to treat disease. This is why it is important to use natural remedies as per the directions of a qualified natural therapist.

With natural therapies, different active compounds in herbs are used to interact with each other to dilute toxicity and to increase the therapeutic effect. One should not try to mix herbs and plants on their own without the knowledge of how they react together.

Natural therapy believe that they synergy of compounds cannot be duplicated within synthetic chemicals. This is accepted by pharmaceutical researchers, however they insist on clinical trials to check the efficacy of herbal formulations provided it is consistent.

Natural remedies are very effective at treating many different ailments and are safe as long as they are used in a safe way. You should always use natural treatments according to directions and never mix herbs or plants that you are not sure of.

It is best to seek the guidance of a natural therapist who has the expertise in the various herbs and plants and knows the right mixtures and formulas to treat specific ailments.

Thyroid - Herbal Thyroid Remedy for Thyroid Regulation - 100 Capsules

Product Features

• For Thyroid Regulation
• Assists in feeding, nourishing and balancing the thyroid gland
• The thyroid is very important in proper calcium metabolism
• The thyroid, like the other glands in the body, plays a critical part in many bodily functions.
• The thyroid controls and regulates body fat, increases the power and rate of heart function, controls coagulation time, stimulates the mind, controls intestinal activity and aids in the function of the pancreas.

Product Description

Thyroid* - 100 Capsules - 475 mg. The thyroid, like the other glands in the body, plays a critical part in many bodily functions. It secretes thyroxin, which controls growth, regulates the metabolism, controls body temperature and influences mental and emotional balance.

The thyroid is very important in proper calcium metabolism. The relationship between the reproductive functions and the thyroid gland is of special importance.

This gland also vitalizes every cell in the body. The response of the cell to sympathetic stimulation is enabled by thyroxin. It assists in the control of tissue differentiation.

The thyroid controls and regulates body fat, increases the power and rate of heart function, controls coagulation time, stimulates the mind, controls intestinal activity and aids in the function of the pancreas.

It helps to harmonize the activity of the suprarenal glands and works in cooperation with the parathyroid, which regulates the action of mineral salts in the system, especially calcium.

It acts in conjunction with the pituitary gland, thereby exerting a profound influence on metabolism in general. Malfunctioning of this gland will cause weight gain or loss, slow growth in children, delayed maturity, obesity, female problems, dry skin and hair and kidney disorders.

A malfunctioning thyroid may even be a contributing factor in arthritis, insomnia, and other imbalances in the body. Grandma’s Herbs THYROID formula contains herbs which assis

t in the feeding, nourishing and balancing of the thyroid gland.
Recommendation: Take 2 capsules two times a day. May be adjusted as needed.

Bach Rescue Remedy Value Pack

Product Description

Rescue Remedy Spray 20ml -Easy to use in the car, on a bruise, before a meeting or public speach or just when you are on the run.

Rescue Remedy Cream 50g -Use externally on bruises, bumps, sprains, rash, diaper rash and burns

Customer Review:

5.0 out of 5 stars “Rescue Remedy Rocks!!”
By E. Matthews "E. Matthews" (Connecticut, USA)

My therapist recommended this to me to help combat chronic sleeplessness. I have never gone in much for homeopathic remedies, but I can tell you that this works!!

I put 4 drops in my evening tea and I am snoozing within a couple hours. I have also noticed an increase in my dream activity too.

Don't use this product unless you want a good night's sleep!!