Cowslip Plant - Natural sedative and calms coughs, joint pain, strains, headaches...

Cowslip is a common found plant that grows in the spring time.  I can even find them wild growing near my home!  Excellent use for homeopathy as a Medical Plant.  Herbalists consider it an excellent sedative that helps soothe tension and anxiety.  In addition, cowslip calms coughs and relieves joint pain, muscle strain and headaches.

As a TEA for pain due to muscle strain, joint ailments and headaches, pour 1 cup of boiling water over 2 tsp. of dried flowers; steep 10 min. Strain and drink 2 - 3 cups daily.

As a DECOCTION to relieve coughs due to bronchitis, whooping cough and chest colds, bring 1 1/2 cups of water to a boil.  Add 1 tsp. of dried roots and simmer for 15 - 20 min.  Remove from heat; steep 5 min.  Strain and sweeten with honey, if desired.  Drink up to 3 cups daily.


As a FOOTBATH for stress and anxiety, prepare the decoction with 1/2 cup of dried roots per gallon of water.  Pour it into a basin and add cold water until the temperature is just comfortable.  Soak feet for 30 min., dry and rub with a massage oil.  Put on warm socks and relax.

Cowslip is pretty amazing and multi- usefuly hey? :)

Tom
Passion For Fitness

Peppermint Tea - relieve cramps and settle upset stomach

Pour 1 cup of boiling water over 1 tbsp of dried peppermint leaves picked from your garden, or use a commercially available peppermint tea bag Steep for 10 minutes. If desired, sweeten with honey, brown sugar or maple syrup. Drink a cup of the tea in small sips after meals, up to three cups per day.

Menthol is the primary active ingredient in peppermint. This essential oil eases nausea, coli, diarrhea, headaches, gastritis and menstrual cramps. In addition, peppermint is rich in the enzymes peroxidase and catalase, which help strengthen the immune system. It also contains potassium, calcium and B vitamins to combat bone loss.

Take Warning! If you have heartburn or stomach problems due to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) it could worsen the symptoms. There are other natural remedies for GERD.

Tom
Heaven In A Glass