Generally I first post info like this on my blog. Is currently a draft there that will eventually have more data then posted here. Only recently have I reluctantly expanded talking and posting on herbs that I use. Once in a great while I will use certain herbs selectively as a bitter. Mostly though, I use these bitters in what is called 'Whole Body Tonic'. My use of the Tonic like herbs goes back many decades.
Bitters, as they are called, is an often overlooked modality. Many of the 'bitter' herbs are part of my 'Whole Body Tonic'.
So why use this type of herbal tonic?
The overall action of this blend (Whole Body Tonic) results in every gland, nerve, muscle, vein, artery, organ and bone getting fed the vital nutrients for rejuvenation and regeneration to take place. Can I prove it? Nah! Don't even care if anyone else believes in the use of herbs. What I do know, is how they've kept me going for these many years of experiencing Life. Of course there are many other factors besides using herbs, that are involved. In that this is a comment post, not a book, am keeping it toned down , info and size wise.
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Known as "bitters," certain herbs can affect physiological reactions within the body, working as an astringent, a tonic, a relaxer, a stomachic, and an internal cleanser. In particular, bitter herbs have been used to improve digestion and counter inflammation.
Angelica (Angelica archangelica) to remedy colds and ailments such as rheumatism. Its properties make it a stimulant, stomachic, and tonic. For liquors, it's been used to flavor gin.
Chamomile's (Matricaria chamomilla) curative properties include relief of both fever and restlessness. This mild bitter herb is used as a sedative and antispasmodic.
Dandelion (Taraxacum) is a mild bitter herb used as a blood cleanser and diuretic, which is also said to lower cholesterol and blood pressure. It is still used in traditional cooking in the Mediterranean and parts of Asia.
Goldenseal (Hydrastis Canadensis) is a strong bitter herb used to stimulate the appetite and eliminate infections. Goldenseal,"The root of the plant is a very powerful bitter."
Horehound (Marrubium vulgare) It has been used as a treatment for colds and respiratory ailments (such as in cough syrup and throat lozenges).
Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum), which is also known as "sow-thistle," is also used for healing. It's known as a powerful liver detoxifier.
Peppermint (Mentha piperita) is a flavor, a fragrance, and medicine. Peppermint oil may allay nausea and stomach aches, and peppermint has been called "the world's oldest medicine."
Rue (Ruta) is a strong bitter herb used as an antispasmodic, a sedative, and a mild stomachic.
Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) is a perennial plant used as an antiseptic, tonic, diuretic and stomachic. The herb's strong bitter taste is still used in wines and spirits such as vermouth.
Yarrow (Achilles millefolium) is a flowering plant that produces a mild bitter herb used as an astringent and cold remedy. The entire herb can be used.
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