This is a look at herbs & their uses

1. A overview of Supplements,
vitamins,minerals & herbs & uses:
● This is a look: at Black Sampson Echinacea,
● Black Cohosh (Actaea spp.)
● California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica Cham)
● Devil’s Claw (Echinopanaxhorridum)
● Echinacea (Echinacea angustifolia)
● Goldenrod (Solidago spp.)
● Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis L.)
● Gravelroot/Joe Pye Weed (Eupatorium purpureum)
● Hawthorn (Crataegus spp.)
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2. Just so you know
● Information on the traditional uses and
properties of herbs are provided is for
educational use only & my personal use, and is
not intended as medical advice.
● The information is provided for general
information is not intended as a medical advice
and should not be relied upon as a substitute for
advice from a healthcare professional.

3. Disclaimer stuff:
● You should not use the information for diagnosis or
treatment of any health problem & should consult with a
healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or
supplementation program, before taking any medication,
or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem.
● By reading this you acknowledge that you are responsible
for your own health decisions.
● Please educate yourself on the use of herbs.
● Do not take anything from here & try it without proper
research and a healthcare professional supervision.

4. A overview of Supplements,
vitamins,minerals & herbs & uses:
● This what look at Black Sampson Echinacea
looks like:

5. ●Black Sampson Echinacea: also
known as Narrow-leaf Coneflower
● Black Sampson Echinacea: also known as
Narrow-leaf Coneflower, is a native, perennial,
warm-season forb that grows 1 to 2 feet tall.
● The Black Samson Echinacea: grows in open
rocky prairies and the Great Plains. It’s a is a
suitable addition to a prairie garden & attractive
in flower arrangements.
● It tolerates well-drained clay-loam and high
levels of soil alkalinity, and is drought tolerant.
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6. Black Sampson Echinacea
● It was most used for medicinal purposes by
Native Americans: but is now often grown
simply for its ornamental value, especially for
its showy flowers.
● Native American plains Indians relied on Black Sampson
Echinacea as an all-purpose antiseptic.
● The Sioux tribe valued the root as a remedy for snake bite,
the Cheyenne tribe chewed the root to quench thirst, &
washed their hands in a decoction of Black Sampson
Echinacea to increase their tolerance of heat.

7. Black Cohosh - Actaea racemosa

8. Black Cohosh - Actaea racemosa uses:
● Black Cohosh - Actaea racemosa:
● Black Cohosh is a striking woodland native that creates a
strong vertical statement in a shade or border garden.
● The tall flower spires stand out in front of a darker
background and provide late summer blooms when other
woodland flowers have faded.
● The flowers last for three weeks, and may bloom as early
as June or as late as August, depending on the geographic
location.
● The deep green foliage of Black Cohosh retains its good
texture and color throughout the growing season.

9. Black Cohosh - Actaea racemosa uses:
● Black Cohosh has an odor that repels some
insects.
● In the past the root was used to treat various
conditions, ranging from snakebite and lung
inflammations, to the pains of childbirth.
● Other names include Cimicifuga racemosa,
Bugbane, Black bugbane, Black snakeroot and
Fairy candles.

10. Black Cohosh
● Black Cohosh: helps with Bronchial, stomach,
muscle spasma; rheumatoid arthritis,
osteoporosis,sciatica, neuralgia, muscle & joint
injury's, breast cancer,pms- premenstrual
syndrome, leg cramps,endometriosis;menstrual
cramps, heavy menstrual bleeding;irregular
periods,hot flashes & other menstrual
discomforts.

11. Black Cohosh
● Studies looking at black cohosh for menopausal
symptoms in women with breast cancer have
had mixed results.
● And a study in 2011 found that women taking
the hormone therapy drug tamoxifen, who took
black cohosh for 6 months, had fewer and less
severe hot flushes.

15. California Poppy (Eschscholzia
Californica Cham)

16. California Poppy (Eschscholzia
Californica Cham)
California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica
Cham) Health Benefits:
California poppy is a plant.
It is the state flower of California.
People use the parts that grow above the ground
for medicine.
California poppy: is used for trouble sleeping
(insomnia), aches, nervous agitation, bed-wetting
in children, and diseases of the bladder and liver.

17. Devil’s Claw (Echinopanaxhorridum)

18. Devil’s Claw (Echinopanaxhorridum)
● Devil’s claw: is a plant with a very long history
of use especially for pain and inflammation.
● Devils Claw is a popular remedy for arthritis
pain, lower back pain and tendonitis as well as
other painful joint conditions.
● Devil’s claw is also used to improve digestive
health and to treat dyspepsia and has been
approved by several European countries.

19. Devils Claw
Devil’s claw: is a popular natural remedy in
parts of Europe especially in France and
Germany.
● In fact, the German regulatory body – the
Commission E has approved its use for arthritis
as well as back, hip and knee pain.

20. Devils Claw
● Devil’s Claw: is also known by a number of
different names including Devil’s root
tuber,Grapple plant, Grapple vine, Harpago,
Kalahari devil’s claw and Wood spider.
● Its common name was derived from the
multitude of hooks covering the plant’s fruit.
● It is a originally from South Africa but can also
be found on other parts of Africa including
Namibia, Madagascar and the Kalahari desert.

21. Devils Claw
● It is also found in parts of North America
especially in arid areas below 1000 meters such
as Arizona, California, Nevada and Northern
Mexico.
● The roots have traditionally been used to make
medicine.
● It has been used to treat malaria, fever, liver
disease, kidney issues and pain. It has also been
used traditionally in Southern Africa to treat
skin conditions like boils.

22. Devils Claw
● The plant was brought to Europe during the
1900s and used for pain relief, to ease
inflammation and restore appetite.
● These days, the plant is widely used in
Germany and France to cure many painful
conditions including lower back pain, arthritis
and headaches.

23. DEVIL'S CLAW
● Devil’s claw: helps with constant muscular
pain & be a safe and natural alternative to
modern pain killing medications.
● Research shows that devil’s claw has the
potential to relieve pain in both the lower back,
shoulder & neck.

24. Devils Claw for Weight Loss
● An Irish study published in 2014 found that
devil’s claw helped reduce hunger by stopping
the production of the so called ‘hunger
hormone; – slow ghrelin.
● By reducing feelings of hunger, the plant may
help people to eat less and over time contribute
to weight control or loss.

25. Devil’s claw for Digestion:
● Devil’s claw for Digestion:is used to help treat
a range of digestive issues.
● It has traditionally been used to help stimulate a
person’s appetite which may be necessary
following a period of illness or to help
somebody gain weight.
● It is also used to help maintain overall digestive
health and also to deal with certain specific
complaints like indigestion, heartburn and
stomach upsets.

26. Devil’s claw for the Skin:
● Devil’s claw for the Skin: has traditionally been used
to deal with a variety of skin complaints like sores &
boils.
● It can also be topically applied to help treat minor
wounds, bruises and scrapes.
● Many people use devil’s claw topically to help ease
muscular and joint inflammation and pain like arthritis
and gout.
● There is no scientific evidence that it can help to treat
the skin but it is readily available these days as a
topical ointment.

27. Devil’s claw for Arthritis
● Devil’s claw for Arthritis: has been used by people to
treat their arthritis ever since it was discovered in
Africa by earl European colonists.
● This traditional use is gathering support thanks to
preliminary modern research into its use.
● There have already been several studies showing that
when devil’s claw is taken for a period of two or three
months, it can have a wonderful impact on pain and
mobility in arthritis

28. Devil’s claw for Cancer
● Early studies indicate that Devil’s claw may
have a use in the battle against cancer.
● Researchers tested its main compound –
Harpagoside against environmental
carcinogens.
● They found that it had antimutagenic properties
and protected against chromosomal damage.
● This is probably due to its antioxidant and anti-
inflammatory activities.

29. Devils Claw for painful arthritis
symptoms and tendonitis.
● France and the ESCOP has approved the use of
devil’s claw for painful arthritis symptoms and
tendonitis. It has also been approved to help
restore appetite and treat dyspepsia.

30. Devils claw
● Devil’s claw is non-toxic and believed to be
safe when used by healthy adults for a short
time.
● There is no scientific evidence regarding its use
for more than a few months.
● When taken in high doses, there is a chance that
devil’s claw may cause certain mild side effects
such as nausea and stomach upset.

31. How Does Devil’s Claw Work?
● The health benefits of devil’s claw are likely
derived from its iridoid glucosides content.
● These are plant-based anti-inflammatory
compounds which are to the glucose molecules
in the body.
● The main active compound is an iridoid
glucoside called harpagoside.

32. ●Why does devil’s claw work?
● Devil’s claw: contains iridoid glucsides
including Harpagoside. these are natural anti-
inflammatories usually found in plants.
● Devil’s claw also contains antioxidant
phytosterols and bioflavonoids.

34. Echinacea Angustifolia benefits
● Echinacea is another one of God's greatest
herbs.
● It is known as the "immune herb."
● Strengthens and stimulates the immune system.
● It enhances tissue function, especially bone
marrow, thymus gland and spleen tissue.
● Has strong antibiotic and antiseptic properties.
● A blood purifier and anti-inflammatory.

36. Goldenrod (Solidago spp.)

37. Goldenrod (Solidago spp.)
● The Latin name of the goldenrod plant
“Solidago” – solido – means “to make whole” –
a wound healing remedy in the ancient world.
● The goldenrod possesses diuretic, anti-
inflammatory, antioxidant, and astringent
properties & is considered to be the most
effective herbal treatment for urinary tract
disorders of all kinds.
● The herb reputedly helps flush out kidney and
bladder stones.

38. Goldenrod (Solidago spp.)
● Goldenrod herb: are also effective in a case of
chronic sore throats, in alleviating chronic
congestion in the nasal passages
● Goldenrod Herb: treating problems such as
diarrhea and other digestive disorders.
● Goldenrod has a mild & soothing action in the
body, which is the reason that it is considered
to be appropriate for young children and
infants.

39. Goldenrod (Solidago spp.)
● Goldenrod: also is a valuable herb in skin
remedies & personal care preparations,
because of its antioxidant, antifungal & anti-
inflammatory properties and it also contains
rutin that is effective in treating small wounds,
capillary fragility and other skin conditions.

40. Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis L.)

41. Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis L.)
Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis L.):is used to
combat inflammation and infection.
Goldenseal: helps with Upper respiratory
infections, inflammed mucus
membranes,diverticulitis, colds & flu, heartburn,
urinary tract infections (UTI),diarrhea, canker
sores, chronic fatigue syndrome,skin
infections,celiac disease,ulcers & blood purifier &
digestive stimulant.

42. Golden Seal:
● Golden Seal: Introduced to European Settlers by
Native American Cherokee Indians
● The Cherokee Indians used the roots & rhizomes of
the plant to treat skin diseases & relieve sore eyes.
● Cherokee Indians smashed the roots of golden seal
(Hydrastis canadensis) into a pulp & mixed it with
bear fat as a means to spread over the body for
protection from insects.

44. ●Gravel Root Benefits
● Gravel Root: For Kidney Stones.
● Gravel root derives its name for its purported
ability to break down stones.
● Gravel Root: Used for Gallstones
● Gravel Root: used for Gout and Arthritis.
● Gravel Root is used for Urinary Tract
Infections.

46. Hawthorn
● Hawthorn: helps with High Blood
Pressure, atherosclerosis, heart
arrhythmia, enlarged heart, angina,
congestive heart failure, mitral valve
prolapse, high cholesterol,
degeneration of collagen &
inflammation.

47. Sources:
● Devils Claw:
http://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/herb/devils-claw
● Devils Claw:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0012842/
● Devils Claw:htps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17212570
● Devils Claw:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4461965/
● Devils Claw:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4113378/
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48. Source:
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https://healthyfocus.org/gravel-root-benefits

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