Actions of our chosen ingredients...
The following is a summary of the properties of each the herbs and essences that we have chosen to include within our preparations.
Chamomile
Key Actions: Anti-inflammatory, spasmolytic, promotes wound healing, nervine, carminative, anti-microbial, anxiolytic and antioxidant
Considered a very safe herb with a multitude of benefits.
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It is a mild sedative, anti-spasmodic and digestive tonic helpful with indigestion, gas and vomitting. It also aids in reducing inflammation of the gut and bowels. It can also be used to expel worms, although not as fast acting as other herbs, but longer term use will keep worms at bay.
Externally
It can be used to soothe inflammations of the skin and as an anti-microbial rinse.
Calendula
Key Actions: Wound healing (vulnary); anti-inflammatory; lymphatic; stops bleeding (styptic); anti-microbial; anti-viral; anti-fungal and astringent
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Primarily it can be used to help with digestigve and lymphatic disorders.
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Applied to the skin calendula will help reudce the swelling and discomfort associated with inflammation. Additionally it gently encourages tissues healing and skin regeneration. As such it is an excelletn first-aid remedy for minor cuts, scrapes, burns and wounds. It's antiseptic properties help prevent infection.
Wormwood
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Walnut Leaf
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St John's Wort
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Red Clover
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Passionflower
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Milk Thistle Seed
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Lavender
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Goldenseal
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Dandelion Leaf
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Caraway Seed
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Artichoke Leaf
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Alfalfa
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Ginger
Key Actions: Carminative, Anti-emetic, Anti-parasitic and spasmolytic
Ginger root is very warming, and for centuries it has been used to improve circulation and reduce inflammation. As a general tonic it is especially well suited for animals that tend to be cold and phlegmy because it is warm and drying.
Internally
It is a digestive stiumlant, increasing circulation to the intestine. It is also often used as an "envoy herb" facilitating the delivery of other herbs to their target sites. It is also useful for treating nausea, and should be considered as an option post surgery or chemotherapy.
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When applied to the skin, ginger helps improve the blood supply to the area. The increased blood supply helps to reduce swelling, remove any toxins and to encourage tissue healing.
Cinnamon
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Turmeric
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Witchhazel
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Valerian
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Spirulina
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Pumpkin Seed
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Oat Seed
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Licorice
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Hop Flower
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Garlic
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Eyebright
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Coconut Oil
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Black Pepper
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Aloe Vera
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