Medicinal Plants and usage.

[Overlord]

Hi doc pops. I was offline. Apology accepted. That's the thing about written text, the intent is not really shown. It is no problem

I am not a 100% expert on Herbal and Traditional medicine but I have been living my whole life on medicine based on these. I don't mind sharing my experience and knowledge.

 

[Overlord]

Whenever we have colds, we use Oregano (dahong maria) or Lagundi. And within 2 days, everything is cleared up.

www.doh.gov.ph has the list of the 10 medicinal plants approved by our government.

 

[doc pops]

Thanks for the Info, have to work today. Hope to look into this, this evening/night

 

[Prepped123]

U can learn a lot by looking back at old post thanks for the great information

 

[Prepped123]

Wow I have been texting way to much I said u but really *you

 

[GatherYeAcorns]

Did you know that St. John's Worth outsells Prozac in Europe or Germany?

http://www.webmd.com/depression/guide/st-johns-wort

 

[DrHenley]

We used to use blackberry or dewberry roots to cure diarrhea .

Even the berries themselves have some medicinal value. I remember growing up, at a family reunion my stomach was bothering me and I didn't want to eat anything. My grandmother kept telling me "Eat some blackberry cobbler." I finally did, and my stomach felt fine after that.

There is an extensive government study in which blackberries had the highest antioxidant level per serving of any food tested.

The berries of dwarf palmettos or saw palmettos will help with prostate problems.

Walnuts are good for the heart.

Cranberries are good for the kidneys.

The thorns of the honey locust tree have anti-inflammatory and anti-mutagenic properties.

 

[doc pops]

When I was about 4 yrs old I had a bad case of the squirts, the Drs had done every thing they could! My great grandmother a black foot Indian got some blackberry wine out of her basement and started giving me teaspoons every 15 min. In an hour, I have been told that I was corked up. My mother was not impressed at first! Then was very happy. At 51 yrs old I guess it worked, subsequently I have used it numerous times raising 5 kids and now have grand kids. I also know this works on colic! While helping my son and daughter in law move a cross country from Cali.to GA. My grand son was colicie, the daughter in law was told by pediatric Dr. that all he needed was breast milk for the first year? WTF? Anyway I got some bb wine from a river rat in Ga. I know and in an hour no more crying no more gastric rumbling for two weeks, then she tryed a repeat has not had any more colic. My sons mother in law went through the roof she wanted to report me to the S.O. , and she did! I explained to the deputy what was going on and that I was a medic, we had tried all that the pediatric Dr. suggested to no avail. He laughed and said his family had done that for years. Told me not to worry "he would have to have an investigator look into it" ! Told me to enjoy my grandson! Not to worry about the investigation the detective was his brother.

 

[doc pops]

P.S. we keep Bg juice on hand always. Or frozen Bob's to get juice from.

 

[doc pops]

Hey guys & gals, check out Doomandbloom.com they have all kind of info medicinal plants and essential oils, plus they have printable info there arechives, for those with no formal medical training, or if you do just to brush up on some things you don't use every day. eg: environmental emergencies, burns, (snake, spider, wasp/bee, dog, human bites), setting up a group medic, what OTC you should have on hand, what type of antibiotics and what each one covers... There is much much more! And yes they do have an online store with there book ×2 ! This is not meant as an add but a place you can get vast medical knowledge from a Doctor and his wife an ARNP/ certified midwife. And you can ask questions, via email.
Just some food for thought. Also there is a place called Aquatic Pharmacy, all of there antibiotics are in date and U.S.P. most the antibiotics have pictures of the pills, which is good because you can look them up in the pill finders ( I use Drugs.com)

Do your home work and research, that is what is all about.


Good luck, be safe, God bless

 

[Overlord]

Good job, doc pops! Will check these sites out. Am not familiar with the Aquatic stuff although I am seeing a lot of members posting that these can be used in SHTF scenarios

 

[doc pops]

Have not been to Dr for years, I have the knowledge, know the signs & symptoms and what is being used to treat bacterial infection. This said I/we hate to use antibiotics unless we have to. When you get sick your body starts fighting, and this builds up our immune system. Then sometimes the body needs help, then you will also kill the good bacteria in your gut. It is about the risks and checks and balance. I also never get the flu or pneumonia shots.

Sorry I will not be coming over was looking forward to meeting you, the selfish side to pick your brain on medicinal herbs and plants.
Good luck, be safe, God bless.

 

[Overlord]

Have not been to Dr for years, I have the knowledge, know the signs & symptoms and what is being used to treat bacterial infection. This said I/we hate to use antibiotics unless we have to. When you get sick your body starts fighting, and this builds up our immune system. Then sometimes the body needs help, then you will also kill the good bacteria in your gut. It is about the risks and checks and balance. I also never get the flu or pneumonia shots.

Sorry I will not be coming over was looking forward to meeting you, the selfish side to pick your brain on medicinal herbs and plants.
Good luck, be safe, God bless.

Same here, we don't get flu shots out of choice and antibiotics only if necessary.

Would have looked forward to our lengthy conversation on that topic. The wifey is also a bit of an expert on these herbs and plants since her family use herbs and plants for a lot of stuff too.

Be Safe Always...

 

[Proud Prepper]

Next time you weed your garden or lawn, you may want to keep some. Some are repeated, but this gives you more info on dosage.

 

[Proud Prepper]

Below is a list of unique North American trees, fruits, flowers and plants, defined by Native American tribes who relied heavily on their amazing benefits.

Once you realize how effective these ancient cures can be you’ll definitely save the list.

1. Alfalfa
It is used to aid blood clotting and relieves digestion. Alfalfa can be also included in treatment of bladder and kidney conditions, arthritis and bone strength. It boosts the immune system.

2. Aloe
When its leaves are squeezed it extrudes a thick sap which is used to treat wounds, burns and bites from insects.

3. Aspen
The inner bark is used in a tea to treat coughs, fever and pain. It contains salicin, which is the main ingredient for aspirin.

4. Bee pollen
When you mix it with food it can aid digestion, boost energy and improve the immune system. Still, be aware, you might likely be allergic to it, if you are already allergic to bee stings.

5. Beeswax
It has been used as a cure for bites from insects and burns. It should only be used externally.

6. Blackberry
The bark, leaves and root when smashed and infused in a tea are used to reduce inflammation, treat diarrhea and stimulate the metabolism. As a gargle, it can be used to treat mouth ulcers, sore throats and gums’ inflammation.

7. Black Raspberry
When its roots are crushed and infused in a tea, it can be useful to relieve diarrhea, coughs and general intestinal distress.

8. Buckwheat
Its seeds are used as porridge or in soups to relieve diarrhea, lower blood pressure and help with blood clotting.

9. Cayenne
When drink as a tea or taken with food, the pods are used as a reliever of pain. It is also used to treat digestive distress and arthritis. Sometimes it can be applied to wounds as a powder and act as an anesthetic to numb the pain.

10. Chamomile
The flowers and leaves are used as a tea to treat nausea and intestinal problems.

11. Chokecherry
It is considered as an all-purpose medicine by the Native American tribes. The berries were dried, pitted and crushed in a tea to treat colds, flu, coughs, nausea, diarrhea and inflammation. As a poultice, it is used to treat wounds and burns.

12. Echinacea
Aka purple coneflower, it is used to enhance the immune system, fight fever and infections. It can be also used as an antiseptic and general treatment for coughs, colds and flu.

13. Eucalyptus
The oil from the roots and leaves can be used in an ordinary treatment when infuse with tea to treat sore throat, fever, coughs and flu. Nowadays, it is used as an ingredient in cough drops.

14. Fennel
A plant with a licorice taste, chewed or used in a tea can relieve diarrhea, sore-throat, coughs, aid digestion and for treating colds. Used as a poultice it can be a headache and eye reliever.

15. Feverfew
To this day it is used as a natural relief for headaches – including migraines, for fever, asthma, digestive problems and muscle and joint pains.

16. Feverwort
One more fever remedy which is also used for itching, general pain and join stiffness.

17. Ginger root
This root was consumed by the Native American tribes as a tea, poultice and with food. It has anti-inflammatory properties, aids circulation and digestion. It can relieve coughs, colds and flu.

18. Ginseng
Native Americans used the ginseng roots as a food additive, a poultice and a tea to treat fatigue, strengthen the immune system, boost energy and help with overall lung and liver function. They also used the stems and leaves, but their most active ingredient was the ginseng root.

19. Goldenrod
It was considered as another all-in-one remedy by Native American tribes. In addition to food or as a tea, it is used to treat conditions from chest congestion and bronchitis to colds, sore throats, inflammation, flu and as an antiseptic for abrasions and cuts.

20. Honeysuckle
The stems, leaves, flowers and berries are used to topically treat skin infections and bee stings. As a tea, it can treat headaches, colds, sore throat and has properties that are anti-inflammatory.

21. Hops
When used as a tea it can treat digestive problems and it was often mixed with other plants or herbs, like aloe, to soothe muscles. It can also be used to treat sore throat and to soothe toothaches.

22. Licorice
Leaves and roots can be used for colds, coughs and sore throats. Also, the root, if chewed can relieve toothaches.

23. Mullein
As a food additive or as an infusion of tea, it was used to treat coughs, inflammation and general lung afflictions. You might have it growing in your backyard since it is quite common.

24. Passionflower
The roots and leaves are used to make a tea to treat muscle pain and anxiety. You can make a poultice from passionflower to treat injuries to the skin like insect bites, burns and boils.

25. Red clover
It grows everywhere and the leaves, roots and flowers are commonly infused in a tea or are used to top food. It is used to improve circulation, manage inflammation and treat respiratory conditions.

26. Rose hip
A well-known source of vitamin C. It can be eaten whole, added to food or crushed into a tea to treat coughs and colds, intestinal distress, inflammation and also used as an antiseptic.

27. Rosemary
Pine family member, used as a tea or in food to improve circulation, treat muscle pain and as a general metabolism cleanser.

28. Sage
Known as a natural insect repellent, also used for the standard list of digestive disorders, sore throat and colds.

29. Spearmint
This plant was consistently used by Native Americans to treat colds, respiratory distress, coughs, stimulate blood circulation and as a cure for diarrhea.

30. Valerian
As an infusion in a tea, the root relieves pain, muscle aches and has a calming effect.

31. White Pine
The inner bark and the needles can be infused in a tea. This is a standard treatment for chest congestion and respiratory distress.

These natural remedies are worth considering both from practical and historical point-of-view. But they need to be identified properly and checked by a physician before using.

 

[Kevin L]

Lord in heaven bill that brings back nightmares. That and sheep **** tea. If you said you were sick, Granny would boil some water and throw in sheep turds to steep. It's amazing how fast you got better. If you sat there and waited for the tea to cool enough to drink, well, you were put to bed, you really were sick.

But yeah, blackberry root will put a stopper in you for sure.

I would cut my wrists before drinking sheep ****.:wtf:

 

[Kevin L]

Oh, another medicinal plant are marigolds.

If you make an infusion of marigold blossoms, this tea will kill lice when applied to hair and/or clothing because of natural pyrethrins.

Also, the deadly mushroom Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria) can be chopped up and mixed with milk and sugar. You then put this mixture on a plate, and leave it in your kitchen. The flies will land on the plate to consume the sweet milk, and die from mushroom poisoning very quickly.

These techniques will help prevent the spread of disease.

 

[bill harrell]

Elderberry sap or tea applied to skin treats poisen ivy

 

[Proud Prepper]

Elderberry sap or tea applied to skin treats poisen ivy

Thanks Bill. Its a beautiful day down here. Luckily im immune to poison Ivy

 

[bill harrell]

You are indeed a lucky man

 

[Proud Prepper]

In some things, yes ... i lost one of my old orange trees this winter, a Louisiana sweets. Have to plant another

 

[jimLE]

https://www.google.com/search?oe=ut...vloc=0#scso=uid_aF9CW7LAMoq8tgXn4LaQAQ_1:1461

Aloe vera is an amazing plant with TONS of uses externally and internally • Halts the growth of cancer tumors.
• Lowers high cholesterol.
• Repairs "sludge blood" and reverses "sticky blood".
• Boosts the oxygenation of your blood.
• Eases inflammation and soothes arthritis pain.
• Protects the body from oxidative stress.
• Prevents kidney stones and protects the body from oxalates in coffee and tea.
• Alkalizes the body, helping to balance overly acidic dietary habits.
• Cures ulcers, IBS, Crohn's disease and other digestive disorders.
• Reduces high blood pressure natural, by treating the cause, not just the symptoms.
• Nourishes the body with minerals, vitamins, enzymes and glyconutrients.
• Accelerates healing from physical burns and radiation burns.
• Replaces dozens of first aid products, makes bandages and antibacterial sprays obsolete.
• Halts colon cancer, heals the intestines and lubricates the digestive tract.
• Ends constipation.
• Stabilizes blood sugar and reduces triglycerides in diabetics.
• Prevents and treats candida infections.
• Protects the kidneys from disease.
• Functions as nature's own "sports drink" for electrolyte balance, making common sports drinks obsolete.
• Boosts cardiovascular performance and physical endurance.
• Speeds recovery from injury or physical exertion.
• Hydrates the skin, accelerates skin repair.

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I did a web search on it,before coming here.and found a few things on it.in which i now plan on getting a plant.

 

[Kevin L]

Next time you weed your garden or lawn, you may want to keep some. Some are repeated, but this gives you more info on dosage.

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Re: these plants...I agree with everything.

However..


Yarrow is an excellent, valuable medicinal herb that provides a lot of benefits, BUT IT IS EASILY CONFUSED WITH POISON HEMLOCK!!!

Also, yarrow and poison hemlock can occur in similar environments.

Learn about both plants before using yarrow.

 

[Maverick]

Elderberry sap or tea applied to skin treats poisen ivy

Plantain and yarrow mix does the same thing good for ivy and oak

 

[Proud Prepper]

Plantain and yarrow mix does the same thing good for ivy and oak

I love plantains, all good, many uses. Eat it, drink it, rub it and wear it.

 

[Maverick]

Re: these plants...I agree with everything.

However..


Yarrow is an excellent, valuable medicinal herb that provides a lot of benefits, BUT IT IS EASILY CONFUSED WITH POISON HEMLOCK!!!

Also, yarrow and poison hemlock can occur in similar environments.

Learn about both plants before using yarrow.

Not just yarrow but easily confuse with Queen Ann, we have a lot p-hemlock they grow about 10 feet here mixed in with the good hemlock.

 

[Maverick]

I love plantains, all good, many uses. Eat it, drink it, rub it and wear it.

I use plantain and dandelions leaves for vomiting, it ends the upset stomach within 15 minutes, for mild upset stomachs I use just the dandelion leaves.