Author: Ales Vodicka
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Violets can stop headaches
The scent of violet alone can quickly stop a headache. Moreover, it is known for its ability to quiet coughs, treat asthma and dissolve mucous in the airways. It is one of the few herbs that relieves hoarseness and helps to recover a lost voice. All of this is possible by drinking violet tea with honey, sipped…
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Celandine
This beneficial plant becomes especially important in the early spring. Fresh juice from the herb can be used to eliminate corns and warts. An infusion of celandine’s fresh leaves can be used to treat other skin problems, such as eczema or fungus. Toss a handful of the leaves into a 1/2 gallon of boiling water…
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Saffron
Although it’s the most expensive spice, it’s mighty in strength. Saffron resolves sleep disorders, heals scars and aids in the treatment of diabetes. It’s counted among universal painkillers. Additionally, it helps to dispel sadness, bad moods and light depression. Such medicinal effects are due to Safranal, an organic compound isolated from saffron that is obtained from…
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My Herbs in the USA!
To Be Launched in June! The successful European magazine My Herbs is to be launched in the USA and internationally on June 15, 2016. Get it on selected Barnes & Noble’s shelves, Whole Foods Market stores or even better, order it now and save! The new My Herbs magazine is more than just a collection of good-for-you…
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Tip: Blood Cleansing Tea
Blood Cleansing Tea • 12 tbsp dandelion root and leaves • 10 tbsp birch leaves • 10 tbsp nettle leaves • 7 tbsp elderberry flowers • 2 tbsp garden marigold Pour 1 cup of boiling water over 1 tablespoon of this mix and leave covered for 15 minutes. Herbs can be used fresh or dried.…
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Detox delicacies: Cleansing soup
Ingredients: 2 large potatoes 2 large onions 4 or 5 garlic cloves 1 carrot 1 egg 2 or 3 handfuls of fresh young nettle tops about 20 dock leaves about 20 alliaria leaves a pinch of salt pepper cumin parsley marjoram oregano and chives 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil Preparation: Chop potatoes and onions into…
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Hops (Humulus lupulus)
Introduction: Men will particularly like this herb because beer – a favourite drink – is made with hops. Hops is an exceptional medicinal plant containing compounds (humulon and lupulin) that kill bacteria, so it can be used as an antibiotic, or as first aid for bleeding wounds (just cover the wound with leaves). How it…
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Cannabis in the USA Today & Yesterday
In Every Issue of My Herbs Magazine: Series about the healing properties of cannabis No discussion about cannabis in the United States would be complete without first talking about the history of the plant. Before the U.S. was its own country, the first colonies in Virginia during the 1600s were ordered by the Queen of…
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Against Eczema, Common European Daisy
If you suffer from skin disorders, this is your herb. Daisy, also known as bruisewort or woundwort, heals not only minor ills and wounds, but can also significantly help minimise eczema. There is probably no need to introduce the daisy to most of our readers. It grows from spring until autumn and often plays a…
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Herbal Sachet Massages
Try this recent massage trend – herbal sachet massages. Few people know about them, but those who have experienced a herbal sachet massage once, undoubtedly want another. Our reader Iveta had the opportunity to try this special type of massage, and will share her experience with us. This specific hot massage with herbal sachets works as a powerful cleansing…
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Lavender oil against migraines
DIY: Sprinkle tiny cuts of lavender blossoms into 2-3 cups of olive oil while stirring constantly until a homogenous, thick, but still liquid mixture forms. Then pour it in an appropriate container and let it rest in a dark place for 6-8 weeks. Stir from time to time if desired. Drain the water out and heat the…
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10 Foods To Be Avoided
If only buying them occasionally, there’s usually no harm done. But frequent consumption may result in problems with obesity or other serious diseases. Here are 10 foods that should be avoided. Luckily, there are simple and healthy alternatives. Food is not simply a tool for staving off hunger, nor simply a means to satisfy our gourmet cravings. Food’s role…