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Jun
22

Rasberry - rubus idaeus

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This perennial herb found in woodlands near water. It has rose-form leaves, thorny, with silver undersides. Stems are arching round that may reach 3 to 5 feet high and thorny. Flowers are rose-form and white appearing in late spring to early summer. Fruit is red that turns dark when ripe. Raspberries are also cultivated in gardens but the cultivated plant loses most of its medicinal properties.

The wild plant is one of the most potent of herbs with foliage possessing a very active principal, fragine that has a special influence on the female reproductive organs and most importantly the pelvic region and uterus. It is used as a tonic during pregnancy and it will relieve morning sickness. It is an acclaimed remedy for both male and female in case of sterility.

Both the foliage and fruit are used as an aid to easy childbirth in difficult labor. It is well known for its soothing properties. The astringent properties of the wild raspberry are used in the treatment of dysentery and diarrhea. The ripen fruit are eaten as a general tonic to supply iron in anemia and help with general lack of energy. Eat as many fruit as desired.

Make a standard brew from foliage and drink a large cup every morning during pregnancy. Take a small cupful morning and night for other treatments.


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Jun
17

Soapwort Shampoo

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Soapwort Saponaria officinalis is a cool-temperate perennial plant. It has been used for many centuries to clean fabrics and hair. It does not lather up like today’s shampoo but it does work.

• 2 cups packed of the fresh roots, stems and leaves chopped finely
• Simmer them in a pot with 500ml of water for half an hour, then let them cool
• Add 10-12 drops of your favorite essential oil
• Strain it into a container and then pour into a bottle
• Store in the refrigerator and use within two weeks

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Jun
17

Calendula Ointment

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Calendula Calentula officinalis is a member of the Asteraccae family and it is commonly called Pot Marigolt and it is not to be confused with French Marigolds as these are toxic.
Ointment, made with this herb has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and anti-bacterial properties.

35g of fresh petals or 70g dried
60ml of emulsifying ointment (from chemist)
1tbsp glycerin (plant based)
1 ½ cups boiling water

• Place the petals in a bowl, pour boiling water over them, cover and let them steep until cool.
• Combine emulsifying ointment together with glycerin
• Add 150ml of the calendula infusion and stir thoroughly
• Pour into a jar, seal and let set before use
• Store in the refrigerator


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