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The Canadian Herbalist’s Association of British Columbia (CHA of BC) Fall / Winter 2007 Newsletter

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HERBAL SPICE CROSSWORD

James T. Ehler 2003 www.FoodReference.com [email protected] Across 2. Aromatic daisy-like flower used to make a hot beverage and also as shampoo fragrance. 5. A plant of the genus Agrimony used in the French liqueur Arquebuse. 7. Liquorice-flavored seeds or oil used in cookies or cakes or pickles. 8. Another species of Salvia, besides Sage, whose leaves are used for flavoring. 10. Small Mediterranean evergreen tree with small blackish berries and glossy aromatic leaves used for flavoring. 11. An aromatic bitter herb used in candy and cough lozenges. 15. Licorice. 17. Dwarf Mediterranean annual long cultivated for its aromatic seeds. 18. A plant of the genus Actaea having conspicuous, acrid, poisonous berries that are attractive to children. 19. Aromatic fresh or dried gray-green leaves used widely as seasoning for meats, fowl and game etc. 20. Eurasian perennial herb with white flowers that emit flammable vapor in hot weather. 21. Poisonous fetid Old World herb having sticky hairy leaves and yellow-brown flowers; yields hyoscyamine and scopolamine. 22. AKA: yarrow, field hop, old man's pepper, soldier's woundwort, thousand-seal.

Down 1. Narrow-leaved green herbage, used as pasture for grazing animals. 2. Good in sauerkraut, bread and soft cheese spreads. 3. Spanish missionaries used these pungent seeds to mark the Mission Trail in California. 4. 250,000 'threads' to the pound. 6. The reddish fleshy growth that covers the nutmeg. 9. Commonly called monkshood and wolfsbane; deadly poison used in arrows. 10. Some types are Lemon, Bee and Gilead. 12. Name of this herb related to its medicinal use for disorders of the eye. 13. Spice that is hallucinogenic when consumed in excess; popular among prison inmates, despite serious side effects. 14. Herb name associated both with candy and 'dough' manufacturing. 16. Pot marjoram.


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HERBAL GLOSSARY

WITH HERBS

By Tricia Sonsie RHP *** Use your discretion when using this herbal information, it is not meant for health concerns that should be taken care of by a Doctor.

Adaptogen Herbs that normalize and restore body functions and increase the body's nonspecific resistance to stress: ginseng, licorice, nettle, astragulus. Alterative They are also known as blood purifiers. Herbs that gradually restore health and vitality to the body: burdock, yellowdock, red clover, nettle, oregon grape, alfalfa, gota kola, marshmallow, ginseng, dong quai. Analgesic/Anodyne Herbs that relieves pain: meadowsweet, white oak bark, skullcap, valerian, catnip, passion flower, chamomile. Antacid Herbs that neutralize excess acid in the stomach and intestinal tract: dandelion, fennel, slippery elm, catnip, mullein, meadowsweet. Anthelmintic Herbs that kills expels worms or parasites: garlic, onion, wormwood, rue, thyme, clove. Antibiotic Herbs that inhibit the growth of, or destroy bacteria, viruses or amoebas: echinacea, goldenseal, myrrh, chaparral, juniper berries, thyme, garlic. Anticatarrhal Herbs that eliminate or counteract the formation of mucus: cayenne, ginger, sage, cinnamon, anise, gota kola, mullein, comfrey, wild cherry bark. Anti-inflammatory

Herbs that reduce inflammation: st. john's wort, calendula, arnica, licorice, chamomile, wild yam. Antilithic Herbs that prevent, dissolve, discharge urinary and biliary stones and gravel: dandelion, cleavers, corn silk, uva ursi. For gallbladder: oregon grape, chaparral. Antiphlogistic Herbs that reduce localized inflammations, itching and swelling: calendula. Antipyretic Cooling herbs used to reduce fevers: alfalfa, basil, gota kola, skullcap, chickweed, yarrow. Antiseptic Herbs that can be applied to the skin to prevent the growth of bacteria: goldenseal, calendula, chaparral, myrrh and the oils of tea tree, oregano, thyme, garlic, lavender, pine, juniper, sage. Antispasmodic Herbs that prevent or relax muscle spasms: lobelia, dong quai, black and blue cohosh, skullcap, valerian, kava kava, raspberry leaves, rue. Aphrodisiac Herbs used to improve sexual potency and power: damiana, saw palmetto, ginseng, sarsaparilla, kava kava, burdock. Aromatic Herbs that stimulate the gastro-intestinal system, and improves the taste of medicines and foods: lavender, peppermint, angelica, cayenne, cinnamon, dill, citrus peel. Astringent Herbs causing constriction of tissues: raspberry leaf, witch hazel, white oak bark, yellow dock, uva ursi, calendula, myrrh, horsetail, blackberry root. Bitter Herbs that stimulate gastric function: hops, mugwort, dandelion, oregon grape. Carminative Herbs that promote digestion, expel gas, and relieve gripping: anise, fennel, chamomile, peppermint, caraway, ginger. Cholagogue Herbs taken to promote the flow and discharge of bile: goldenseal, oregon grape, dandelion, wild yam. Demulcent


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Herbs that protect and soothe the digestive tract, reduce inflammation and irritation in the respiratory and urinary systems: corn silk, comfrey, marshmallow, slippery elm. Diaphoretic Herbs that promote perspiration: elder, yarrow, osha, ginger. Diuretic Herbs that increase the flow of urine: dandelion, couch grass, uva ursi, plantain, horsetail. Emetic Induces vomiting and causes the stomach to empty: lobelia, elecampagne, blessed thistle, ipecac. Emmenagogue Herbs that promote menstruation: pennyroyal, myrrh, black cohosh, juniper berries, rue, wild ginger. Emollients Herbs that sooth and soften the skin: marshmallow, comfrey root, slippery elm, chickweed, plantain. Expectorant Herbs that help expel mucus from the lungs and throat: horehound, elecampagne, ma huang. -Stimulating expectorant Herbs that stimulate the nerves and muscles of the respiratory system to manifest a cough: elecampagne. -Relaxing expectorant Herbs that reduce tension in lung tissue, often easing tightness, allowing natural coughing and flow of mucus to occur: coltsfoot, licorice, hyssop. -Amphoteric expectorant Herbs that stimulate or relax the respiratory systems, using the body's choice which is necessary: lobelia, mullein, horehound, elder, garlic. Febrifuge Herbs that assist the body in reducing fevers: catnip, elder, peppermint. Galactogogue Herbs that increase the secretion of milk: anise, blessed thistle, fennel, vervain. Hemostatic Herbs that are internal astringents that arrest internal hemorrhaging: cayenne, yarrow, cranesbill, mullein, goldenseal,

horsetail, uva ursi, yellow dock, witch hazel, shepherd's purse, blackberry. Hepatic Herbs that strengthen and tone the liver: oregon grape, agrimony, dandelion, goldenseal, wild yam. Hypnotic Herbs that have a powerful relaxant and sedative action, and help induce sleep: hops, valerian, wild lettuce. Hypotensive Herbs that reduce elevated blood pressure: cramp bark, garlic, onion, yarrow, hawthorn berries. Laxative Herbs that stimulate bowel movement: cascara sagrada, yellow dock, rhubarb root. Lymphatic Herbs that support the health and activity of the lymphatic system: cleaver, calendula, echinacea. Nervine Herbs that calm nervous tension and nourish the nerves: chamomile, hops, oats, skullcap, st. john's wort. Oxytocic Herbs that stimulate uterine contractions to assist and induce labor: black cohosh, blue cohosh, rue, squaw vine, uva ursi. Pectoral Herbs that strengthen and heal the respiratory system: elecampagne, coltsfoot, comfrey, mullein. Rubefacient Herbs that increase the flow of blood to the surface of the skin and produces redness. They draw inflammation and congestions from deeper areas: nettle, mustard seed, cayenne, horseradish, black pepper, pine or thyme oil. Sedative Herbs that quiet the nervous system: valerian, skullcap, passion flower, wood betony, chamomile, catnip. Sialogogue Herbs that promote the secretion and flow of saliva: echinacea, black pepper, cayenne, ginger, licorice. Stimulants Herbs that increase the energy of the body, quicken circulation, break up obstructions

and congestion: cayenne, ginger, horseradish, mustard, wormwood. Styptic Herbs that reduce or arrest external bleeding due to astringent action on blood vessels: yarrow, horsetail, cayenne, plantain. Tonic Herbs that stimulate nutrition by improving the assimilation of essential nutrients, they improve systemic tone giving increased vigor, energy and strength to the tissues of either specific organs or to the whole body. -Nerve tonics: skullcap, lobelia, valerian, oats. -Heart tonics: hawthorn, ginseng, motherwort. -Stomach tonics: agrimony, elecampagne, gentian. -Liver tonics: dandelion, sassafras, cascara. -Biliary tonics: oregon grape, goldenseal, rhubarb, parsley, wild yam. -Sexual tonics: damiana, ginseng, dong quai, burdock, licorice. Vasodilator Herbs that expand blood vessels and allow increased circulation: ginkgo, feverfew, siberian ginseng, ginger, cayenne. Vulnerary Herbs that help the body to heal wounds by promoting cell growth and repair: comfrey, calendula, chickweed, st. john's wort, marshmallow, aloe vera, rosemary, thyme, slippery elm.

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HERBAL SPICE CROSSWORD

SOLUTION James T. Ehler 2003


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HEALING HERBS AND SPICES

IN THE HOME

By Tricia Sonsie RHP

*** Use your discretion when using this herbal and spice information, it is not meant for health concerns that should be taken care of by a Doctor. INTERNAL USE- ALLSPICE - tooth ache ANISE STAR - digestion, nausea, gas, emphysema, breath freshener BASIL - stomach, intestines, spleen, lungs, immune, memory, headaches/migraines, yeast infections, parasites/ worms, nausea, restlessness, eye problems, tired muscles, nerves BAY - stress, infection, cough, bronchitis, gas, digestion

CARAWAY - stomach problems, improves appetite, phlegm, spasm/cramps, uterine cramps, promotes menstruation CARDAMON - energy, nausea, indigestion, laxative, mucus CAYENNE - heart, circulation, dissolves blood clots, stops bleeding, pain, fever, cold/ flu, sore throat, nerves, lungs, decongestant, arthritis CELERY SEED - rheumatoid arthritis, gout, diuretic CHERVIL - digestion, lowers blood pressure, detoxifies, cough CHILLI PEPPERS - heart, circulation, dissolves blood clots, stops bleeding, pain, fever, cold/ flu, sore throat, nerves, lungs, decongestant, arthritis CHIVES - digestion, stimulates appetite-anorexia, laxative CILANTRO - heavy metal detox, digestion, gas CINNAMON - infections, digestion, colic, diarrhea, arthritis, kidneys, asthma, menopause, promotes sweating, colds / flu, chills, chest, back & neck pain CLOVES - tooth ache, upset stomach, digestion, parasites, hernia, hiccups, circulation, breath freshener, bug bites CORIANDER - digestion, wounds, fungus, bacteria DILL - digestive pains, stomach ache, gas, poor appetite, circulation, lowers blood pressure, kidneys, spleen, insomnia FENNEL SEED - digestion, stomach ache, kidneys, bladder, lumbago, gentle laxative, infant colic, increases & nourishes mother’s milk FENUGREEK - asthma, sinus, mucus, cholesterol, intestinal irritation, sore throat, wounds, inflammation GARLIC - bacteria, virus, fungus, yeast infection, worms / parasites, cardiovascular problems, cholesterol, liver, hypoglycemia, mouth sores, gastrointestinal disorders, colitis, hemorrhoids, diabetes, stress, colds/flu, skin, ear infections, allergies, asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, cancer, eyes, heavy metal detox, radiation poisoning


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GINGER - nausea, vomiting, stomach aches, spleen, cholesterol, fever, cold / flu, cough, asthma, lungs HORSERADISH - lung & bronchial disorders, mucus, sinus, lymph congestion, digestion, rheumatism, stimulates appetite MARJORAM - fever, colds / flu, vomiting, jaundice, headaches MINT (Peppermint & Spearmint) - digestion, gas, nausea, travel sickness, headaches, migraines, fever MUSTARD SEED - colds / flu, rheumatism, inflammation NUTMEG - pain, abdominal swelling, indigestion, diarrhea, labor ONION - lung disorders, cough, asthma, hay fever, colds, fever, heart disease, high blood pressure, skin, blood purifier OREGANO - virus, colds / flu, parasites / worms, digestion PAPRIKA - heart, circulation PARSLEY - digestion kidneys, bladder, diuretic, prostate, adrenal, thyroid, lungs, spleen, breath freshener POPPY SEED - insomnia, relaxant ROSEMARY - headaches, circulation, infections, headaches, prevents food poisoning SAFFRON - chest congestion, circulation, heart, liver, energy, abdominal pain after birth SAGE - lungs, diabetes, wounds, throat & tonsils, canker sores, bleeding gums, menopause, hormones, promotes sweating SAVORY - stomach ache, gas, diarrhea, cough, colds / flu SORREL - kidneys, diuretic, liver TARRAGON - digestion, tooth ache, oral anesthetic, infections THYME - “Mother of Thyme”, women disorders, lungs, bronchitis, whooping cough, laryngitis, brain, menstruation TUMERIC - cleans arteries, heart disease, cholesterol

EXTERNAL USE-

ACHES - add10 drops of rosemary oil to your bath ARTHRITIS, RHEUMATIC PAIN - cinnamon twig decoction used as a compress, horseradish root poultice BLEEDING - pour cayenne pepper (capsicum) on the area, or take it oral for internal bleeding BOILS - fenugreek seed poultice BUG BITES - rub a basil leaf or clove oil on the area to relieve itching and inflammation CIRCULATION - sprinkle a little cayenne in your socks HEADACHES / MIGRAINES - mint, basil or rosemary; tea to drink, compress on head HEART ATTACK / STROKE - mix 2-3 tsp cayenne powder with a little warm water and drink; and get to the hospital now! HEMORRHOIDS - garlic clove inserted into the rectum at bed INSOMNIA - drink tea made with1 tsp of anise or dill seeds. Fill a sock with poppy or dill seeds, put in your bed, or on head ITCHING - wash with 2-3 drops of peppermint oil diluted in 10 ml of water MUSCLE PAIN - peppermint oil applied topically to area, horseradish root poultice MOTHER’S MILK: -DECREASE - make tea with 1 tsp of sage leaves, 3 cups daily. -INCREASE - boil 1 tsp caraway seeds or fenugreek seeds with 8 oz of water drink 3-4 cups daily. -MILK CONGESTION (to relieve) - 5-10 drops of peppermint oil mixed with 25 ml almond or sunflower oil, massage breasts -NURSING - drink fennel seed infusion to relieve baby’s colic MOUTH / GUM / THROAT PROBLEMS - sage leaf infusion gargle or mouthwash NAUSEA - drink ginger decoction, eat crystallized ginger, drink mint infusion PARASITES / WORMS - steep 3-4 garlic cloves in water or milk for a day and drink the liquid before bed, as well as insert a clove of garlic into the rectum at bed time. SINUS CONGESTION - mint steam inhaled TOOTH ACHE - use a drop of clove oil on the affected area TRAUMA / SHOCK - 1 tsp cayenne pepper powder in warm water and drink as needed


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WOUNDS (slow to heal) - sage leaf infusion compress

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CHA OF BC 1973-2008

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From humble beginnings to much success over the years, we are happy to still be here for herbal practitioners and the public. We have been moving forward by supporting herbal awareness and advancement in the use of herbs and herbal medicine. With all the changes happening in the health care field, we know that we have a lot to offer people by caring for them naturally.

What all this amounts to as Herbal Practitioners is a responsibility to educate ourselves to the best of our ability and then to pass this knowledge on to our clients and friends. It states in the Constitution and Bylaws of The Canadian Herbalist’s Association of BC; “Our goal as CHA of BC Practitioners is to bring to our clients the learning and tools for personal health and transformation.

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CONTACT INFO

Website Address & E-mail: Web: chaof.bc.ca

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President / Vancouver Island Area: Gillian Leverkus: 250-722-4670 E-mail: [email protected]

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Jazz Mattu: 604-541-6110 E-mail: [email protected] or

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Okanagan Area & Newsletter:

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