Medicinal Uses of Common Herbs
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Tessaria integrifolia
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION:
To do this, it is necessary to eliminate toxic substances: thujone and absinthe, as it can
to produce degeneration of the nervous system.
Absinthe: It is very bitter, non-toxic, slightly soluble in water. Soluble in alcohol.
and ether.
Gastric tonic: Like all bitter plants, it develops a tonic effect.
about the stomach, increasing appetite and stimulating the secretion of juices
gastric.
Choleretic: By increasing bile secretion, it exerts effects on the liver.
a favorable, decongestive action that stimulates its functions. It results
appropriate in cases of liver insufficiency, and in the convalescence phase
of hepatitis.
Powerful dewormer: Adults take it, albeit reluctantly; but the
Children openly reject it. For them, it is better to use other dewormers.
Powerful emenagogue: Acts on the uterus (womb) causing menstruation;
but also normalizes cycles. It is recommended for pale young women and
weaknesses that usually suffer from irregular and painful periods.
Terpenic hydrocarbons: Terpenes are a class of chemical substances that are
found in essential oils, resins, and other aromatic substances of many
plants.
1.1 ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
It contains amino acids, catechins, and flavonoids.
1.3 INDICATIONS:
AGAINST ASTHMA: drink the infusion of the leaves or branches.
INFLAMMATION OF THE LIVER AND KIDNEYS: infusion of the leaves.
- FEBRIFUGO: decoction of the leaves.
HEPATITIS: decoction of the leaves.
ANTIEMETIC: take the infusion of the leaves.
ANTIFLATULENT: take the infusion of the leaves.
- ANTITUSSIVE: drink the infusion of the leaves.
DIURETIC: drink the infusion of the leaves.
KIDNEY COLICS: drink the infusion of the
branches.
ALLERGIC RHINITIS: decoction of the leaves.
ODONTALGIA: chew the bark to relieve tooth pain.
1.4 MODE OF USE:
INFUSION: Boil a liter of water, then add 10 grams of the branches, cover.
the container and let it rest for 5 minutes. Take a cup every 6 hours to
the cough and like a time water, in case of asthma and anti-inflammatory, hepatic, renal.
COOKING: Boil one liter of water, add 10 grams of the leaves for 3
minutes. Remove the preparation from the heat and
take it as a matter of time.
Cabbage
Artemisia absinthium
1. CHEMICAL COMPOSITION:
1.2 THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES
Both the leaves and the stems contain a latex that is rich in phytospherin.
a substance that is little known as of now. It is known to contain
various flavonoids that give it aperitif properties.
It has also been popularly used against ascites, infection, and inflammation.
of the peritoneum.
It has an antibiotic action that was used for infections of the
stomach like infections on the skin, effective in cases of wounds
pus-filled. Nowadays these uses are practically useless since there are
best remedies to combat infections.
Nowadays, the leaves can be used as laxatives and diuretics; their
moderate consumption also helps as a digestive and purifying agent. Its flavor
it is pleasant to the palate so its leaves can be added to the
salads as if they were lettuces, or it can also be cooked as if
it will be about spinach..
1.3 INDICATIONS:
The use of wormwood as a medicinal plant is free from disastrous effects.
of the liqueurs that are produced with it; among other things, because of its strong flavor
bitter makes it less suitable for abundant consumption
1.4 METHOD OF USE:
Infusion. It is prepared with the dried leaves and roots. These are boiled.
In 1 liter of water. Drink a cup (can be sweetened) before each meal.
to achieve a digestive effect.
- Decocting. It is prepared only with the leaves. They are boiled in 1 liter of water and filtered.
Up to 3 cups a day are taken, its effect is similar to that of the infusion.
- Plasters. They are not used nowadays. They were prepared to combat infections.
on the skin.
Juice. It is prepared from the root of the hawkbit. It is ground and roasted, to
finally obtain an extract similar to coffee. This drink is consumed after
the meals.
1.5 CONTRAINDICATIONS:
The wormwood plant, whose scientific name is Artemisia absinthium, also
commonly known as artemis or absinthe, has certain
contraindications, due to their possible abortive, toxic effects and
convulsants. Hence, it is contraindicated in pregnant women or those who
be in the breastfeeding.
1.6 ADVERSE EFFECTS
It can cause tremors and seizures at high doses.
It can be abortive in pregnant women.
It can be toxic to the baby if consumed by the mother during the
breastfeeding, since it is eliminated through milk.
It is especially contraindicated in people who suffer from ulcers.
gastroduodenal or gastritis, due to its stimulating effect on gastric secretion.
Drinks with wormwood can cause addiction with prolonged use.
The abuse of consuming wormwood tea can cause digestive symptoms such as
nausea and vomiting or neurological symptoms such as insomnia, restlessness, dizziness and
seizures.
Tired Mouth
Bunchosia armeniaca
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION:
The plum is rich in tannins.
1. ACTIVE PRINCIPLES:
phenols, flavonoids, tannins and quinones.
1.3 THERAPEUTIC EFFECT
Antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli (E.
Escherichia coli (E. coli) and Pseudomonas aeruginosa (P. aeruginosa).
Helps reduce the risk of blood clot formation.
Helps regulate intestinal transit.
Helps absorb nutrients from food better.
Sciatica, lower back pain.
Fights diarrhea.
Fights anemia.
Pains due to arthritis, rheumatism, gout.
Its ripe fruits protect us from free radicals.
1.4 MODE OF USE:
To prepare an infusion of the leaves, you will need 5 grams of dried leaves or
Fresh herbs for a cup of water, steep in hot water for 15 minutes and drink.
up to 3 rates per day.
If you want to boil the leaves, it is recommended not to exceed the time limit.
For one liter of water, use 15 grams of dried or fresh leaves, let it boil.
for 5 minutes, let it cool without uncovering the container that was used for the
elaboration.
Fresh crushed leaves are recommended to relieve muscle pain.
And joints, for this the fresh leaves will be crushed together with some leaves of
plantain, which will be used to make compresses on the affected area. They
You can use cotton fabrics for the application.
1.5 CONTRAINDICATIONS AND TOXICITY:
Excessive consumption of this fruit could cause stomach looseness, in addition to
make it difficult to absorb iron, avoid its intake along with other foods
iron carriers.
CHICORY
Cichorium syntivus
1. CHEMICAL COMPOSITION: arginine, lysine, valine, and tryptophan.
1.2 ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
The root and the aerial part contain a latex and a bitter principle (intibin),
as well as 20 to 25% of inulin.
1.3 INDICATIONS:
- Diuretic, natriuretic
Bitter saline eupeptic (lactucine, lactucopicrin, and mineral salts).
-Bacteriostatic (lactucina, lactucopicrin, chlorogenic and isochlorogenic acids).
On the leaves: Diuretic.
Choleretic.
Mild laxative
1.4 MODE OF USE
Infusion: leaves at 10 or 15 per thousand (general). 20 g of dried leaves / l of water
boiling, drink 2 cups / day (snack).
- Decoction: 20 g of dry root / l. of boiling water, boil for 5 min. and infuse for 10
Take in the morning (diabetes).
- Juice: 100 gr. (anemia).
DRY LOVE
SCIENTIFIC NAME:Spiny Xantium
2. CHEMICAL COMPOSITION:
1.2 THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES:
Both the leaves and stems have a latex that is rich in phytoserine.
a substance that is little known to date. It is known to contain
various flavonoids that give it aperitif properties.
It has also been popularly used against ascites, infection, and inflammation.
of the peritoneum.
It has an antibiotic action that was used for infections of the
stomach like skin infections, effective in cases of wounds
purulent. Nowadays these uses are practically useless since there are
best remedies to combat infections.
Nowadays, the leaves can be used as laxatives and diuretics; their
moderate consumption also helps as a digestive and detoxifying agent. Its flavor
it is pleasant to the palate so its leaves can be added to the
salads as if they were lettuces, or it can also be cooked as if
it will be about spinach.
1.3 ACTIVE INGREDIENT:
Aminas.
Sterols.
Triterpenes.
Glycosides.
1.4 MODE OF USE:
Infusion of a tablespoon of 10 mls. = 3-5 grams of leaves
and dried flowering tops of brujilla, for a cup of water of 150 mls.
pour boiling water over the plant, let it rest covered for 5 to
10 minutes, then strain and drink. Three times a day.
1.5 CONTRAINDICATIONS:
It is recommended to avoid high doses or prolonged consumption, as
it can irritate the bladder and the kidneys.
ANISE
Pimpinella anisum
1. THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES:
It has an appetizing, carminative, digestive, and antispasmodic action (especially
at the respiratory and digestive level), hepatoprotective; mucolytic, expectorant,
diuretic, galactogenic, antiseptic, scabicide, fungicide, vermifuge and
flavoring
1.2 ACTIVE INGREDIENT:
- Essential oil (2-5%), rich in trans-anethole (75-90%), with estragole
(methylcavicol), furanocoumarins (umbelliferone), traces of hydrocarbons
terpenes and anise ketones. Sterols: stigmasterol. Flavonoids:
quercitrin, isoorientin, vitexin, rutinoside. Glucosides, choline, malic acid,
resin.
The dry drug must contain at least 20 mg/kg of essential oil.
1.3 METHOD OF USE:
Infusion of a tablespoon of 10 mls. = 3-5 grams of leaves
and dried flowering tops of brujilla, for a cup of water of 150 mls.
pour boiling water over the plant, let it steep covered for 5 to
10 mins., then strain and drink. Three times a day.
1.4 CONTRAINDICATIONS:
Intolerance to anise, anethole, or other essential oils unless indicated
We express, we recommend refraining from prescribing anise essential oil.
for internal consumption during pregnancy, breastfeeding, to children under six
years or patients with gastritis, gastroduodenal ulcers, syndrome of
intestino irritable, colitis ulcerosa, enfermedad de Crohn, hepatopaticas,
epilepsy, Parkinson's or other neurological diseases.