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BURDOCK ROOT
I first discovered burdock tea when my son sent home a box of different things from Japan, when he was living there, while in the NAVY. Among many things, was burdock tea. He said it is popular over there. After reading so many good things about it, I gave it a try and have loved it ever since. It's roasted flavor makes it a really good substitute for coffee, with cream or milk and sugar.
"People take burdock to increase urine flow, kill germs, reduce fever, and “purify” their blood. It is also used to treat colds, cancer, anorexia nervosa, gastrointestinal (GI) complaints, joint pain (rheumatism), gout, bladder infections, complications of syphilis, and skin conditions including acne and psoriasis."
"An experiment in rats found that an extract of burdock root enhanced sexual behavior, though not to the same degree as Viagara (sildenafil), a drug used to treat erectile dysfunction. It also increased serum testosterone levels, compared with the control."
NETTLE
I have written about my affinity for nettle in many threads, including my The Root Of Gray Hair thread. Not only is stinging nettle leaves good for reversing gray hair, a good source of vitamin K1 and great for histamine issues, it's leaves and roots are good for raising testosterone levels, by blocking estrogen.
"Nettle roots help the body to maintain more beneficial forms of testosterone. They also act as aromatase inhibitors, which means they block the conversion of testosterone into estrogen. This is important for both men and women who want to maintain their muscle, hair, energy, and libido."
DANDELION
I started taking dandelion when I was having gall bladder problems 15+ years ago. After reading the book "Eat Right For Your Blood Type Diet", and finding that it is highly beneficial for "O" blood types, for digestion and for it's blood clotting abilities, I have stuck with it all these years. Not only is it excellent for cleansing the kidneys and liver, it is also well known for fighting cancer.
"The ability to combat cancer is not a claim made lightly, but dandelion seems to show promise in study after study after study. Dandelion may slow cancer's growth and prevent it from spreading. The leaves are especially rich in antioxidants and phytonutrients which combat cancer. Dandelion root extract, on the same note, has shown its ability to induce apoptosis or cell death in prostate and pancreatic cells."
CASACARA
I have known for many years that casacara is good for constipation, but I thought the tablets were too harsh on my body, so I gave them up years ago. After learning Ray Peat's endorsement of casacara, and how it fights cancer, I added it back into my health regimen, this past 6 months, but now I take it in tea form, just a half teaspoon of loose tea steeped and sweetened with orange marmalade.
"The bark of the Cascara tree is also rich in the compound, emodin, which is known to be anti-fungal and anti-microbial. This supports its traditional use for expelling parasites; however it has also been found to be effective against a range of bad bacteria including; Helicobacter pylori, E coli, and several strains of Staphylococcus aureus. It has also demonstrated anti-fungal action against Candida."
I first discovered burdock tea when my son sent home a box of different things from Japan, when he was living there, while in the NAVY. Among many things, was burdock tea. He said it is popular over there. After reading so many good things about it, I gave it a try and have loved it ever since. It's roasted flavor makes it a really good substitute for coffee, with cream or milk and sugar.
"People take burdock to increase urine flow, kill germs, reduce fever, and “purify” their blood. It is also used to treat colds, cancer, anorexia nervosa, gastrointestinal (GI) complaints, joint pain (rheumatism), gout, bladder infections, complications of syphilis, and skin conditions including acne and psoriasis."
Burdock root: Benefits, side effects, and uses
A look at burdock root, a plant native to North Asia and Europe with many medicinal uses.It has bene used to treat several common ailments, including cancer, diabetes, and inflammation, although professional medical opinion remains inconclusive. Burdock contains oils, compounds called tannins...
www.medicalnewstoday.com
"An experiment in rats found that an extract of burdock root enhanced sexual behavior, though not to the same degree as Viagara (sildenafil), a drug used to treat erectile dysfunction. It also increased serum testosterone levels, compared with the control."
Burdock: Everything You Need to Know
Get the scoop on the herb burdock, including possible benefits and safety concerns.
www.verywellhealth.com
NETTLE
I have written about my affinity for nettle in many threads, including my The Root Of Gray Hair thread. Not only is stinging nettle leaves good for reversing gray hair, a good source of vitamin K1 and great for histamine issues, it's leaves and roots are good for raising testosterone levels, by blocking estrogen.
"Nettle roots help the body to maintain more beneficial forms of testosterone. They also act as aromatase inhibitors, which means they block the conversion of testosterone into estrogen. This is important for both men and women who want to maintain their muscle, hair, energy, and libido."
A Case of Low Libido and Depression
Stephen W. Parcell, ND In 2004, a 52-year-old male presented to my clinic with increasing weight gain, low mood, difficulty building muscle mass and low libido. He was working out […]
ndnr.com
THE ROOT OF GRAY HAIR
I have created this thread because I get asked a lot about nettle, and how it restored my natural hair color. I have told of my good results, here and there on this forum, but now I want to talk about other factors that may have played a part in my results. My first hearing about nettle having...
raypeatforum.com
DANDELION
I started taking dandelion when I was having gall bladder problems 15+ years ago. After reading the book "Eat Right For Your Blood Type Diet", and finding that it is highly beneficial for "O" blood types, for digestion and for it's blood clotting abilities, I have stuck with it all these years. Not only is it excellent for cleansing the kidneys and liver, it is also well known for fighting cancer.
"The ability to combat cancer is not a claim made lightly, but dandelion seems to show promise in study after study after study. Dandelion may slow cancer's growth and prevent it from spreading. The leaves are especially rich in antioxidants and phytonutrients which combat cancer. Dandelion root extract, on the same note, has shown its ability to induce apoptosis or cell death in prostate and pancreatic cells."
Dandelion Health Benefits: Leaves & Root [INFOGRAPHIC]
Dandelion is more than just a pesky weed in your lawn or garden; dandelion root and leaves offer rejuvenating health benefits for the body.
sunwarrior.com
CASACARA
I have known for many years that casacara is good for constipation, but I thought the tablets were too harsh on my body, so I gave them up years ago. After learning Ray Peat's endorsement of casacara, and how it fights cancer, I added it back into my health regimen, this past 6 months, but now I take it in tea form, just a half teaspoon of loose tea steeped and sweetened with orange marmalade.
"The bark of the Cascara tree is also rich in the compound, emodin, which is known to be anti-fungal and anti-microbial. This supports its traditional use for expelling parasites; however it has also been found to be effective against a range of bad bacteria including; Helicobacter pylori, E coli, and several strains of Staphylococcus aureus. It has also demonstrated anti-fungal action against Candida."
Cascara Sagrada Benefits
Cascara Sagrada Benefits - Find out the traditional use and health benefits of the herb Cascara Sagrada from Indigo Herbs Natural Health Guide
www.indigo-herbs.co.uk