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Herbs and Oils A-G Herbs and Oils H-Z
Lavender: Antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, insecticide, sedative, stimulant. Good for allergies, athletes foot, inflammations, insect bites, sunburn, muscular aches, rheumatism and sprains. Also use for asthma, bronchitis, laryngitis, and throat infections. Relieves headaches, migraines, insomnia, PMS and shock. Promotes peace, love and health. Dispels depression, brings feelings under conscious control. Lavender is soothing relaxing and balancing. Relieves sore feet.
Marjoram: An aphrodisiac, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, bactericidal, carminative, fungicidal, arthritis, Great for muscular aches and stiffness. Use for rheumatism, sprains, asthma, bronchitis, coughs, colds, PMS. Perfect in relaxation blend. Is a sedative, helps headaches, migraines, insomnia and nervous tension. Promotes peace, sleep and celibacy. Helps grief and halts desire of sex. Less is best, inhaling too much can put you out like a light.
Patchouli: Antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antiviral, aphrodisiac, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, stimulant. Relieves athlete's foot, cracked and chapped skin and is a good insect repellent. Aids frigidity, nervous exhaustion and stress related complaints. Is appeasing, calming and uplifting.
Peppermint: Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, astringent, carminative, expectorant. Helps muscular pain, asthma, bronchitis, sinusitis, relief from head colds, cramps, colds, flu and fever. Stimulant that helps headaches, migraines, mental fatigue, nervous stress and fainting. Affects conscious mind and halts negative thoughts. Do not use at night unless you want to stay up late.
Spearmint: Use for asthma, bronchitis, sinusitis, colds, fevers and flu. Promotes healing. Good for fatigue, headaches, migraines, nervous strain and stress. Is comforting to bereaved and folklore says it gives protection during sleep.
Rosebuds: Anti-depressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, aphrodisiac, astringent, bactericidal, sedative and regulates appetite. Remedy for coughs, colds, flu, asthma, hay-fever, broken capillaries, dry skin, poor circulation & irregular menstruation. Depression, impotence, insomnia, frigidity, headaches, nervous tension. Promotes a feeling of well being.
Rosemary: Antiseptic, anti-bacterial, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, astringent, carminative, fungicidal, hypertension, stimulant and insect repellent. Use for muscular pain, poor circulation, rheumatism, asthma, bronchitis, colds, flu and infections. Aids in menstrual problems. Helps headaches, mental fatigue, nervous exhaustion and stress-related disorders. Clears conscious mind. Promotes mental clarity. Refreshes & stimulates a warm sluggish body, energizes and regenerates. Strengthens and uplifts. Excellent for skin & hair care. Folklore says Rosemary wards off demons and prevents bad dreams.
Sandalwood: Antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, insecticide, sedative. Helps bronchitis, coughs, laryngitis, sore throat. Eases nervous tension and stress related complaints. Use as a meditative aid, calms the mind, expels bad spirits, Helps impotence, helps clear acne, and is soothing to mucous membrane.
St. John's Wort: Antidepressant, antispasmodic, antiviral, antibacterial, astringent, expectorant, nerve tonic. Used externally for burns, wounds, sores, bruises and other skin problems. A tea is good for stomach ache, uterine cramping, menstrual difficulties and other intestinal problems. Boosts the immune system. Recent studies confirm the usage of St.John's Wort for depression. Compared to Prozac without the side effects. Has been used as a treatment for AIDS patients.
Ylang Ylang: Aphrodisiac, antidepressant, anti-infectious, antiseptic, euphoric, sedative, and stimulant. Helps depression, frigidity, impotence, insomnia. Eases nervous tension, soothes and inhibits anger born of frustration. Promotes peace, sex, and love. Calms anger and negative emotional states. Inclines to rest, comfort and sleep. Can produce headaches & nausea after long periods of inhaling. Excellent for hair and skin care. Ylang Ylang is a nerve stimulant and yet soothing & relaxing on a more subtle emotional level.
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