INFLAMMATION- Swelling, heat and pain which occurs when a part of the body reacts to trauma or infection.
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Chamomile (Flowers)- 454 mg
Chamomile is used as an acarminative (aids digestion), an anti-inflammatory, and an antispamodic herb. It is helpful in regulating menstrual cycle, rheumatic pains, headaches and hysteria. It has been used traditionally as a sleep inducer and mild sedative.
Chamomile may relieve upset stomachs, colds, bronchitis, bladder troubles and dropsy.
Europe's most phytoestrogenic balancing tonic. Antispasmodic, sedative (arterial and nerves). Black Cohosh is a great anti-inflammatory. It relieves muscle spasms, swelling, premenstrual and menstrual cramps. Black cohosh is useful for women with hot flashes associated with menopause. Other symptoms which improved through the use of black cohosh include night sweats, insomnia, nervousness, and irritability. It is not a substitute for hormone replacement therapy in menopausal and post menopausal women.
Black cohosh can be taken for up to six months and then it should be discontinued.
REMEMBER: Black cohosh should not be used by pregnant and nursing mothers. Large amounts (over several grams on a daily basis) may cause abdominal pain, nausea, headaches and dizziness. Check with your physican before increasing your intake.
Ginger - 380 mg
Ginger counters a wide range of inflammatory compounds, offers many anti-aging constituents that inactivate disruptive free radicals. It is used for arthritic, indigestion, irritable bowel syndrome, pregnancy, surgery, HIV, and migraine headach concerns. Ginger may protect the stomach from the damaging effect of alcohol and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofin and may help prevent ulcers. Ginger also supports cardiovascular health by making blood platelets less sticky and therefore less likely to aggregate.
For the treatment of nausea associated with pregnancy, women can take up to 1 gram daily, but should only use ginger for symptomatic relief of nausea and not on an ongoing basis.
REMEMBER: Ginger may potentially be used for nausea associated with anesthesia of chemotherapy, but only under the supervision of a physician. People sensitive to the taste may experience heartburn. A doctor should be informed if ginger is used before surgery as the herb may increase bleeding. People with a history of gallstones should consult a doctor before using ginger.
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Ginger is a favorite herb that is used for medicinal purposes for centuries. Next time you feel nauseous, sluggish or have an upset stomach with painful cramps, try taking ginger root capsules.
How does Ginger Root Work? Ginger has been used in ancient civilization including India, China, Greece and Rome, both as a food spice and versatile medicinal aid. Capsules, hot teas, and crystallized ginger are used to deliver a ginger-packed dose that can alleviate nausea, dizziness, inflammation, muscle aches, allergy symptoms and even flatulence.
Ginger is a natural, effective treatment for easing digestive upsets. Once in the digestive tract, it has the ability to increase digestive fluid and neutralize acids, which cancontribute to upset stomach. Ginger is a natural alternative to anti-nausea drugs and may provide an alternative solution for people seeking to eliminate side effects, such as exhaustion, which usually accompanies conventional anti-nausea medications. Ginger can also be used to relieve excessive flatulence and its associated symptoms.
Reducing nausea and dizziness is especially helpful for treating seasickness, morning sickness, post operative nausea, nausea from chemotherapy treatments, and general digestive complaints. Two separate studies showed a positive correlation between ginger and decreased nausea. One study was conducted using sailors, split into two groups. The first group was instructed to take 1 gram of powdered ginger per day, the the 2nd group took a placebo. The group taking the ginger had a significantly decrease occurrence of nausea and cold sweats, which a classic symptoms of seasickness. A second study followed women who were undergoing surgery. They were also instructed to take 1 gram of ginger, resulting in a decrease in post surgery nausea and vomiting.
Ginger also has anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving abilities, which is important to those suffering from arthritis which is often a result of severe inflammation of the joints. Allergy suffers and those dealing with a cold may also find relief in using ginger, as it calms the inflammation associated with these conditions, thus reducing the duration of the symptoms. Muscle aches and chronic pain can also be diminished with the use of ginger.
General recommendations given for upsets, arthritis and chronic pain or muscle aches is to take at least 200 mg in capsule form, 1 - 2 grams of fresh powdered ginger or a fresh 1/2 inch slice of raw ginger root.
Ginger can also be used in tea form with the same therapeutic results. You can make your own tea by opening 1 or 2 Ginger capsules, mix the finely-milled powder into hot water. If you're able to obtain Ginger root at your local grocery store, steep freshly grated raw Ginger root in hot water. Ginger ale is also availabe at most grocery stores, but make sure you buy a natural ginger ale vs. commerrcial ginger sodas, which don't contain a significant amount of the herb. Natural ginger ales provide about 1 gram of ginger per 8 oz. serving....December 9, 2005
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REMEMBER: If taking a blood-thinning medication such as coumadin, heperin, plavix, ticlid, trental, or aspirin, high doses might cause a risk of excessive bleeding.
