A series of PresentationByMr. Allah D ad Khan Former DG Agriculture Extension KP Province and Visiting Professor the University of Agriculture Peshawar Pakistan

1. Epilepsy

2. Medicinal Plants for Diseases
“Epilepsy
”
A series of Lectures
By
Mr. Allah Dad Khan
former DG Agriculture Extension KP Province and Visiting
ProfessortheUniversity of Agriculture Peshawar
allahdad52@gmail.com

4. What is Epilepsy?
• Epilepsy is a brain disorder that causes neurons to misfire in
the brain and send out incorrect signals, ultimately classified
by causing seizures. Seizures can vary between brief loss of
awareness, to mood swings, to loss of body function and
motor control, but these signs of epilepsy are ultimately the
result of misfired brain signals. Diagnosis is usually made
after brain scans.
• In infants, seizures can be caused by lack of oxygen to the
brain, central nervous system infections, physical trauma, or
congenital abnormalities; whereas in late childhood to adults,
seizures may be caused by nervous system lesions, trauma,
tumors, stress, drug use, or alcohol withdrawal. In epileptics,
seizures can be triggered by flashing lights, emotional stress,
alcohol, and even reading. Epilepsy can be controlled with
medication, but currently medicine cannot cure epilepsy

5. Herbal
Remedies

6. Valerian
The valerian herb is a very
popular anti-spasmodic
medication in Russia and
Germany. In America, it is
mostly known for its
sedative effect, but it also
has an anti-convulsant
action that is beneficial for
epileptic people. In addition,
it has been shown to aid
concentration. Low doses
are recommended to avoid
its sedative effect.

7. Kava Kava
Kava kava is a herb that
contains nuciferine, an
anti-spasmodic. Kava
kava is relaxing, so it is
best taken at night,
before sleeping. Read
about kava kava in our
article,

8. Scullcap
Scullcap and Indian tobacco
(lobelia inflata) have both been
traditionally used for
convulsions, seizures, and
tremors. Although there have
been few official studies
concerning their effectiveness.
Skullcap is believed to be
calming, while Indian tobacco
is believed to relax the
muscles. Indian tobacco is
technically not a tobacco, even
though it is smoked. It is
known for reversing the lung
damage that is caused by
smoking real tobacco

9. Ash Gourd:
• For some reason, this
particular type of gourd is
believed to have healing
powers for those who suffer
from seizures. Therefore
using ash gourd as a home
remedy for epilepsy can help
to relieve the symptoms and
prevent seizures.
• Eating the gourd or drinking
the juice of it can help, but
turning to a supplement
featuring this type of gourd
can provide the best relief
and is highly recommended
as a natural cure.

10. Bacopa Leaf:
Used for centuries in
Ayurvedic medicine, the
Bacopa leaf, or Brahmi,
is an effective home
remedy for epilepsy. It is
a powerful nerve health
promoter and is known
to enhance memory,
concentration as well as
treat epilepsy. It
enhances nerve health
and protects the
neurons against
damage, keeping
seizures at bay.

11. Black Cohosh:
Highly recommended
in numerous
respected
publications. Like
many of the herbs
already mentioned,
it’s considered a
sedative and
antispasmodic and
has been extensively
used for epilepsy

12. Blue Vervain:
Worth mentioning here
after reading old
American herb doctors
tales of their successes
with stubborn cases of
epilepsy. Blue Vervain is
another wonderful herb
used by many cultures
all over the world. It is
an American Indian
remedy for several
diseases including
nervous afflictions.

13. Castor Oil:
A natural emollient that
penetrates the surface layers
of the skin, making it softer
and more supple. The effects
of externally applied castor oil
can be enhanced through the
use of a “castor oil pack” — a
piece of wool flannel
saturated with the oil and
applied to the body. Use of a
pack allows the greatest
penetration in a specific area
of the body. The application
of heat further increases this
penetration, allowing the oil
to better impart its qualities
to the body.

14. Chamomile Tea:
Known for its antioxidant and
cleansing properties,
chamomile tea can also abate
the symptoms of epilepsy. It’s
a natural soothing agent and
works by calming the nerves.
If you feel you have a seizure
coming, you should definitely
try this remedy. Sipping a
strong chamomile tea can be
of great help. Boil some
water and add a teabag of
chamomile tea. Allow it to
steep for at least 15 minutes,
making sure that the tea is
very strong. Sipping it will
immediately soothe your on-
edge nerves.

15. Lobelia:
Lobelia is an
effective herb that
was historically used
in the treatment of
epilepsy. It has anti-
spasmotic action that
helps in abating
seizures.

16. Coconut Water:
Ever experience that
totally refreshed and cool
feeling after drinking
coconut water on a
sweltering day? That’s
because coconut water is a
magic potion loaded with
vital minerals, electrolytes,
and water. These three
things promote better
neuron health and keeps
the neurological system
cranked up, ensuring
proper functioning of the
brain.

17. Garlic:
Most easily found in every
home, garlic is full of
medicinal benefits. To use it
as a home remedy for
epilepsy, take equal
quantities of water and milk.
To this, add 3-4 crushed
cloves of garlic. Boil the
mixture well and drink a glass
of this mixture everyday. The
water and milk keep your
body hydrated and
replenished with minerals,
while the garlic has many
properties for improving
neurological health.

18. Essential Oils:
Essential oils are
natural soothing and
calming agents. Oils
of lavender, ylang
ylang, and
chamomile can be
used daily to keep up
nerve health and to
reduce anxiety and
stress related to
epilepsy.

19. Gooseberry:
Amla, is a wonderful
fruit, whose benefits
never ceases to surprise.
Not only is it the richest
source of Vitamin C, it
also has loads of
antioxidants and
minerals. One glass of
amla juice taken on an
empty stomach can help
relieve the symptoms of
epilepsy and prevent
seizures.

20. Licorice:
Once again, licorice or
Mulethi, proves that it is
much more than what
we know it to be. Grind
some licorice and add it
to a tablespoon of
honey. Take this
homemade medicine
every day to find relief
from epilepsy and its
symptoms. CAUTION:
Do not consume licorice
during pregnancy for
any reason as it may
cause premature labor!

21. Motherwort:
This is a historic way
of treating epilepsy
since this serves as a
nerve tonic and
sedative. The tonic is
extracted by boiling
the herb in hot
water. Daily
consumption is
effective in treating
epilepsy.

22. Onion:
For treating epilepsy,
extract the juice of 2-3
onions and mix it well in
water. Drink a glass of this
mixture daily for at least 2
months and you will find
great relief from your
symptoms.

23. Sesame Oil:
A massage of this lesser
known oil can help to
immediately soothe the
symptoms of epilepsy.
Take a little warm
sesame oil and massage
it well onto the soles of
the feet, temples and
palms. This works well if
done at bedtime after
which you can get a
good dose of calm sleep.

24. • alerian:
• Currently one of the most popular orthodox antispasmodic
medications in Russia and Germany according to Daniel Mowrey
author of Herbal Tonic Therapies. It’s anticonvulsant action has
been useful in treating epilepsy. Valerian was used in the First
World War to prevent shell shock in front-line troops. Valerian is
classified as a tonic herb. It can regulate and balance opposite
extremes. Recent research has shown it to be a sedative but more
research has reported it can also stimulate in a way as to improve
coordination, increase concentration and energy. This tonic nature
of Valerian allows it to depress or stimulate where necessary
depending on the current needs of the nervous system. Another
way Valerian has been characterized by clinical studies is that it
has neurotropic effects directly on higher centers of the central
nervous system. One of the most remarkable aspects of Valerian
is the almost total lack of toxicity, even with long-term use.