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Helpful herbs from A to Z - the letter K
| Posted on January 5, 2016 at 2:04 PM |
Today’s blog is on
the letter K and three herbs in Western, Chinese, and Ayurveda medicine that
are useful. But first we have to begin with the traditional disclaimer. This
blog is for educational purposes only, and is not intended to treat, diagnose,
prevent or cure any disease. Always check with your physician before taking any
herbs or herbal supplements.  Western Herb Kava Kava (Piper Methysticum) Energy and Taste:Pungent, bitter, and warm. Parts Used - Root Constituents – Resin, kavalactones, yagonin,
methysticin, glycosides, starch, analgesic, antispasmodic, antiseptic,
sedative, diuretic, tonic. Treats – Relives rheumatic pain, alleviates insomnia and
nervousness. Dose – 10-50 drops of tincture a day Internal uses- In Europe Kava is an approved phytomedicine which is used to treat anxiety and
depression. The kavalactones in Kava Kava act primarily on the limbic system.
Do not take if you have liver toxicity, renal disease, bile duct obstruction or
hepatic disease. Do not take if you
have heart issues or if you are on anti-coagulants. Do not take with alcohol, barbiturates,
or any other anti-psychotic medications or anti-anxiety medications, or while
pregnant or nursing. Short term use is best. Topical uses - The tincture (1 part kava tincture to 2 parts
glycerin) has a numbing effect when applied topically and is anti-fungal.  Chinese HerbKombu (laminarice japonica) Sea cabbage – Edible seaweed in Japanese. It is a kelp that
grows in tropical waters. Large brown algae. Constituents – Polysaccharides, lipopolysaccharide,
amino acids, volatile oil, carotene, vitamins B1, B2, C, and P, sulfur,
potassium, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus iron, manganese, molybdenum, iodine,
aluminum, phosphate. Parts used – All parts of the plant are used. Energy and taste – Cold and salty. Internal uses – Reduces edema and helps renal health, helps
with atherosclerosis, hypertension, chronic bronchitis, chronic hepatitis,
anemia, helps with endocrine function, constipation, helps with skin and hair. Dose - 5 to 15 grams in pills or tincture daily.Because this is cold in nature it should be avoided by cold
deficient people. High in iodine and potassium so avoid if you have kidney
issues, hyperthyroidism or are breastfeeding or pregnant. Topical uses – High mineral content helps add important
minerals to skin in masks or creams.  Ayurveda HerbKutki (Picrorhiza Kurroa) Ayurveda name - Katuka Parts Used - Root Energy and taste - Cold and pungent. Constituents - Kutkin molecules, glycosides picroside
I, II, III, picrorhizin, androsin, apocynin, drosin and cucurbitacin. Internal uses - These constituents alter the structure of
the outer membrane of the hepatocytes in such a way as to prevent penetration
of the liver toxins into the interior of the cell. It stimulates the
regenerative ability of the liver, and is anti-inflammatory. Good for coughs,
asthma, liver issues, bronchitis and eye inflammation. Do not take if you are
hypoglycemic as one of the purposes of this herb is to stimulate digestive
secretions, normalize the function of the liver and help to store blood sugar
in the form of glycogen. Dose - 250-500 mg daily. Hope the above information was helpful! Next blog will be on
helpful herbs that begin with the letter L. Resources The Way of Ayurvedic Herbs: A Contemporary Introduction and
Useful Manual for the World's Oldest Healing System, Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa
and Michael Tierra The Way of Chinese Herbs, Michael Tierra The Way of Herbs: Fully Updated with the Latest Developments
in Herbal Science, Michael Tierra |
Categories: Health and Wellness, Skin Health-inside and out
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