Five Featured Herbs at a Glace

Note: Just because an herb comes from nature doesn't mean it's always safe. Always know about what you are consuming!!! Some herbs can interact with medications you are already taking. Always consult your doctor, holistic medicine practitioner and/or a master herbalist.

 Aloe
 (Aloe vera)
 Common Uses: Constipation; minor burns; skin care; skin irritations
 Plant Parts: Gel in the leaves; yellow "bitter aloes" in the rind
 Therapeutic Properties: Laxative; soothing agent
 Application: Capsule; gel
 Notes: Avoid if pregnant; avoid large doses internally; not for children or elderly

Angelica
(Angelica archangelica)
 Common Uses: Bronchitis; flatulence; indigestion
 Plant Parts: Leaves; root; seeds; stem
 Therapeutic Properties: Expectorant; muscle relaxant
 Application: Infusion tincture
 Notes: None

 Beetroot
 (Stachys betonica)
 Common Uses: Jaundice; liver damage
 Plant Parts: Root
 Therapeutic Properties: Liver restorative; boosts immune system
 Application: Fresh Root; juice
 Notes: None

 Black Cohosh
 (Cimicifuga racemosa)
 Common Uses: Anxiety; hot flashes; menstrual cramps; muscle pain
 Plant Parts: Rhizome; roots
 Theraputic Properties: Anti-inflamatory; dilates blood vessles; sedative
 Application: Decoction; tincture
 Notes: Avoid if pregnant; dangerous in large doses; creates estrogen effect; can cause blood clots

 Black Horehound
 (Ballota nigra)
 Common Uses: Nausea
 Plant Parts: Flowers
 Theraputic Properties: Antifungal; antiseptic
 Application: Decoction; poultice; tincture
 Notes: Avoid if pregnant

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