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Herbal medicine has been around for
thousands of years. While we have had advances in medication, we had to start somewhere.
Even today the use of herbal medicine is still widely used to help with ailments
and illnesses.
While working in a supplement shop part-time,
it allowed me some time to do more research on different herbal supplements. I like
to have a healthy amount of skepticism when it comes to learning something new
and I try to research anything that catches my interest. I became a believer
when I had a wave of nausea, which I can get often, and regular over-the-counter
medications don’t help for very long.
My manager took me to the homeopathic
section, and I found the remedy for the kind of nausea I was having. I bought
it and then took it right there. Within 15 minutes the nausea was starting to
ease. Within 30 minutes it had completely gone away. My stomach started
growling and I had an appetite again, and the nausea did not come back. I was
sold after that.
** Disclaimer: I am not a licensed physician,
and anything listed below should be talked through with your physician before adding
any herbal remedies to any medical regimen you are currently on. While herbs occur
naturally, this does not mean they cannot have adverse effects, such as an
allergic reaction, or directly affect medications you are taking, this is
especially true if you are pregnant **
Rosemary
This herb is one that is extremely
well-known and has a high value in many places around the world.
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Here are six herbal uses for rosemary:
Circulatory Stimulant
Rosemary is known as a warming
tonic remedy that can help stimulate blood flow, especially in those with low
blood pressure. It can also be helpful
for those who have fainting and weakness for those who have circulatory issues.
Alleviate Stress
Rosemary has been given to people
who have been through a long-term illness or a chronic illness to help with
stress. It is said to be helpful for mild to moderate depression. (Please do
not ever stop taking mental health medications without the guidance of a doctor,
and there is nothing wrong with taking medications that help.)
Relieving aching muscles
When applied as a lotion or diluting
a rosemary essential oil, it can help relieve aching muscles. (Before putting anything
on your skin, try a small spot first to make sure it is not going to irritate it,
this is especially true when diluting essential oils.)
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Migraines
Rosemary can help with the symptoms
of migraines. You can make it into tea by soaking the leaves in hot water and then
straining it. (If migraines persist and
are constant, please consult a doctor.)
PMS Relief
Adding the herb rosemary or the
essential oil to a warm bath and soaking in it can also be beneficial. Since the scent of rosemary is a way to reduce
stress and help with aching muscles, it would be a good combination for PMS symptoms.
Improve and Strengthen Memory
Rosemary essential oil used in a diffuser,
or the herb burned as incense is a way to surround yourself with the herbs’
earthy aroma. It is still used today by students while they study for important
quizzes. (Always make sure that using a diffuser or incense will not harm any
furry, scaled, or feathered pets in the area.)
Sometimes there is relief from ailments
just sitting in our spice cabinets. While it may not be a miracle cure or the
answer for every single illness or pain, it can at least point us in the right
direction for some form of relief. I believe that both Eastern and Western medicine,
when used in the right way, can be beneficial for everyone.
Thank you for visiting!
Resources
Book
Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine by Andrew Chevallier
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