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Astragalus Root a Medicinal Plant
Astragalus root is an ancient herb that packs a medicinal punch!
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Astragalus
Astragalus has been used for thousands of years in China to treat colds, flu, and more.
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Astounding Astragalus
Astragalus, or Huang-Qi, is called by some the "young person's Ginseng". But you don't have to be a youth to benefit from this ancient herb. If you're tired or suffer from stress, this may be for you...
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Astragalus, Immunity and Anti Aging Effects
Extract from Huang Qi, a traditional Chinese herbal medicine with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, increases effectiveness of killer T-cells fighting HIV.
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Surviving Radiation the Wise Woman Way
Whether you are worried about the radiation from dental x-rays, a mammogram, or fallout, here are some Wise Woman Ways to help you stay healthy.
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Immune Boosters for Swine Flu
Herbal medicine works on flu in two ways: by building the immune system, and using antiviral herbs. This article looks at the most important immune boosting herbs.
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Traditional Chinese Medicine and Flu Prevention
Vaccination and drug therapy are the core of the western medicinal approach to preventing influenza. In TCM, diet and herbal formulas are used to enhance immune response.
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Best Herbs for CFS/ME
Many medications can effectively treat CFS/ME, but there are also many useful herbs for symptoms like fatigue, cognitive problems and sleep disturbances.
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Natural Immune System Boosters
There are many foods, herbs, and essential oils that greatly improve immune system health.
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Immune System Herbs
Several immune system herbs boost the body's ability to fight the common cold, flu (including H1N1, or swine flu), and benefit overall health.
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Immune Boosting Herbs
Spring is upon us. Many of us think that Flu season is over, but for many it’s just the beginning. A lot of people succumb to the flu in early spring for a number of reasons. With the threat of SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome) now in the world, the flu has taken on a whole new level of fear. Prevention is the best defense against all manner of illness. Immune boosting herbs can make up the bulk of that defense.
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Lewis and Clark in the Woods
Among the first specimens collected by Meriwether Lewis were Indigo Bush (<I>Amorpha fruticosa</I>) and Ground Plum (<I>Astragalus crassicarpus</I>), Eastern Wild Ginger (<I>Asarum canadense</I>), and Golden Seal (<I>Hydratis canadenis</I>).
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Plant Families: And Still More Peas
My last two <I>Plant Families</I> articles have been about the Pea Family (<I>Fabaceae</I>). I could go on and on; this is one of my favorite plant families. But I won't. I'll wrap it up this week...
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The Zuni People and Their Edible Plants
I have been writing about the Zuni Indians and their plush, velvety regard for the natural world, as reported by Matilda Coxe Stevenson in the 1915 publication, the <I>Thirteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of American Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1908-1909</i>. They found many uses for the plants that grew around them, the most important of which were as medicines and as a food source.
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Asbestos Cancer & Mesothelioma Treatments
This late onset cancer primarily caused by exposure to a highly toxic material may respond to a combination of alternative and emerging conventional treatments.
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Canine Diabetes and Natural Remedies for Dogs
Can diet, exercise, and herbs for dogs can help to lower blood sugar levels in a diabetic pet? Natural remedies for dogs can help to control canine diabetes.
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Treatments
Licorice root is highly recommended for people who are coping with excessive tiredness.
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Herbs for Ulcers
Prior to the advent of modern pharmaceuticals, many gastric and duodenal ulcers were successfully treated with herbs.
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Home Remedies For Yeast Infection
Most people with a yeast infection reach for the anti-fungal creams. But home remedies for yeast infection, including tea tree oil, garlic, and myrrh, are worth a try.
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Lewis and Clark: a couple of High Plains Drifters
Lewis and Clark and their fellow explorers rode out the winter of 1804/05 in the High Plains, at Fort Mandan, in what we now know as South Dakota. During the autumn prior to, and the spring and early summer following that winter they encountered many new plant species.
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Plant Families: More Peas!
Perhaps the most obvious example of peas underfoot - literally - and we don't realize they're peas, are the clovers of the <I>Trifolium</I> genus.
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Immunostimulants in CFS/ME Treatment
Chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) often causes marked immune dysfunction, but some drugs and supplements can help, providing relief of symptoms.
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Natural Swine Flu Prevention
Avoid the harsh chemical swine flu vaccine with easy, holistic, natural approaches to maintaining health and preventing influenza and other illness.
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Treating the flu and Pneumonia with Herbs
This last month I've been quite sick, the flu, larygitis, and pneumonia. I treated all of these illness herbal and with excellent results. St Johns Wort as an anti-viral. Horseradish as an anti-inflammatory. Plantain for my lymphs. These are just a few of the herbs that made up my treatment plan.
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Worried About Anthrax? Strengthen Your Immune System
What if diseases like anthrax, smallpox and plague were released in your home town or your place of work? Is there anything you can do now to prepare yourself and improve your chances of survival? Herbalist Susun Weed discusses herbs and home remedies that you can use now to help avoid infection and build a strong immune system.
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Colonial America: Liquorice Recipes
How to make licorice lozenges and licorice extract in 19th century America.
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Flu Prevention and Vaccination Safety Concerns
Growing concern over vaccine side effects and incomplete testing are causing people, including some health care professionals, to decide against the influenza injection.
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Sneezes, Wheezes and Dribbles
Herbal Remedies for the Allergic Horse
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Top Five Herbs for Immune System Health
These are the top five herbs to help support proper immune functioning and serve as immune system boosters.
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8 Steps for a Woman Dancing with Cancer
Susun Weed offers 8 tips on dealing with a diagnosis of breast cancer.
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A Guide to Herbs for Dogs and Canine Diabetes
Scientific research shows that natural remedies for dogs are safe and effective for a diabetic canine. Herbs for dogs may be an additional option for a diabetic pet.
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Butterfly Gardens, 6th in a Series of Children's Garden Themes
Butterfly Gardens need nectar plants and host plants to be really successful. Make a butterfly garden with your child for a fun backyard learning experience. Learn about flowers which attract butterflies and plants which host butterfly eggs and caterpillars. <META Name="keywords" Content="Butterfly garden, children, butterfly host plants, flowers for butterflies, butterfly flowers, kids, butterfly links, children's activities."> Butterfly Gardens attract kids and butterflies in for exciting science learning experiences. Plant to attract the fllying flowers to your child's garden. © <a href="/profile.cfm/Linda">Linda Mazar</a>
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Canine Diabetes and Three Ways to Prevent It
Is there any way to avoid diabetes in dogs? A low-carb diet and plenty of exercise can often prevent canine diabetes. Herbs for dogs can be used to regulate blood sugar.
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Cat's Claw
Cat's Claw was used for over 2000 years in the Amazon rain forest before being discovered by the International health care market.
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Herbs & Botanicals for Baldness
What can herbal medicine offer people dealing with alopecia? Saw palmetto, evening primrose oil and other herbs are promising great things in the fight against baldness.
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Natural Health Tips to Avoid Colds
Don't wait for a cold vaccine as the common cold is caused by over 200 different viruses.
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Nutrition for Breast Health
With breast cancer attacking one in every seven women, actively pursuing good health is essential. Your arsenal should include a variety of healthy nutritional choices.
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Supplements to Boost the Immune System
A strong immunity is the first line of defense against colds, flu and countless other viral and bacterial germs.
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Treating Infections on Hands and Feet Naturally
Antibiotic use should be reserved for serious infections. Skin wounds and cuts on fingers and toes may get infected, but they can be treated with these home remedies.
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Allergy Sufferers Pay Premium Price For Relief:
Dust-covered cars and powder-laden puddles: visible proof that pollen counts are running high. For the allergy sufferer though, it's not just about the clean-up.
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CFS/ME and Herpesviruses
Chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis may be associated with chronic viral infections. Several herpes viruses have been implicated, and they can be treated.
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Energy Drinks--Good, Bad or Ugly?
Energy drinks are widely used, having become a part of people's daily routines. Are these beverages really safe? What are the downsides?
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IT MUST BE SPRING.
The dawn chorus has started so spring must have arrived,

Managing Inflammation with Nutrition
Proper nutrition can be an effective way to help manage some of the symptoms of sarcoidosis, including inflammation. Recent research in biochemistry, as well as the wider acceptance of the use of herbs and supplements, offer a viable alternative or adjunct to conventional medical treatment.
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POTTING ON TIME
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Things To Avoid
We hear plenty about what we're supposed to include in our lives, diets, etc. What about what we shouldn't include? Could these things be making you ill when you don't even realise it?
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Natural Treatments for Flu Prevention
Whether one has taken a flu vaccine or not, there are several naturopathic treatments that offer non-toxic, effective immunity boosts that can help prevent the flu.
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Natural Antiviral Alternatives
Many herbs and other natural alternatives help in fighting viruses like the cold, influenza, herpes, and many more, as well as providing natural immune system support.
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Nutritious Spring Tonics!
Now that Spring is in full swing, it's time to clear your body and mind of winter residues and blocks, and prepare for the active warm days ahead. We offer some time-honored tips on pampering yourself and your family with simple natural spring tonics from Mother Earth's pantry. Enjoy!
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Using Herbs Simply and Safely
Susun Weed has always stressed the importance of using herbs safely ... this article explains that ethic more fully.
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