Propolis

bee Propolis

Propolis is  a bee product that bees use to protect the bee hive from infections whether viral, fungal or bacterial. It is a powerful natural product indeed and is now used by humans for various respiratory problems such as flu, chest infection, bronchitis and sore throat. When taken together with many conventional antibiotics it will enchance their efficacy in fighting infections.

Propolis can also be used in combination with other herbs such as elderflower and echinacea to protect and heal the body from various infections. It can be taken in the form of a tincture, capsules, tablets or as a spray. As as spray you can make it from the propolis tincture and spray the back of the throat. Due to its taste you may experience some stinging when you spray the back of the throat. The spray will deal with sore throats whether caused by bacteria or by viruses.

Dosage for Propolis

Take at least two tablets of propolis three times a day. In case of propolis tincture 4 drops three times a day will do. Two or three puffs for the propolis spray to the back of the throat.

Benefits of Lemon Juice

Lemon Juice made from lemon citrus limon has a number of medicinal and other benefits. Firstly lemon are rich in bioflavanoids, vitamin A, B, C and volatile oil. Bioflavanoids help to strengthen the circulation and heal varicose veins. Studies have shown that taking lemon juice can reduce or prevent arteriosclerosis . Lemon juice is also helpful in stimulating digestion.

Taking lemon juice when suffering from colds and flu can go a long way in enhancing the body's immunity as it fights the diseases. To further enhance its effectiveness mix to a glass of juice of two lemons, 2-4 teaspoons of elderflower cordial and a couple of slivers of crushed ginger. These are heated and left to cool for about five minutes before being taken. Personally taking lemon juice where at least two crushed garlic cloves have been added has proven effective in fighting flu and colds for me.

On top of the benefits of lemon juice mentioned above Lemon citrus limon is anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic and nutritive. 

Echinacea Tincture

In this video the presenter teaches how you can make an echinacea tincture. Echinacea is probably the strongest immunity boosting herb known to man. It has been used to treat all sorts of diseases. It is well known in the scientific community for its effectiveness in fighting flu, colds and other respiratory infections. However, herbalists have used echinacea for treating almost all diseases you can imagine with excellent results. I use echinacea and can testify to its ability to fight flu and other infections.

How to make an onion poultice video

Below is a video demonstration from Making Herbs Simple on how to prepare an onion poultice to treat chest congestion resulting from colds, flus, bronchitis and asthma. Onion poultices are very simple, yet very effective for treating chest congestion when applied to the chest during an infection. Learn from the video below and try it and you will be surprised with the results.

Blackcurrants (Ribes nigrum)

Blackcurrants ribes nigrum

Blackcurrants ribes nigrum are mainly grown  for their juice and as a flavouring but its leaves are also largely used as a diuretic i.e. a herb that causes the body to increase the flow of urine thus getting rid of excess water. Blackcurrants ribes nigrum parts that are used for medicinal purposes are leaves, fruits and seed oil.

The Blackcurrant Ribes nigum fruits are rich in vitamin C which is well known for boosting the body's immunity.The Blackcurrant ribes nigrum fruits contain flavonoids, anthocyanosides, tannins,  and potassium The main constituents of blackcurrant ribes nigrum leaves are volatile oil and tannins. Blackcurrant ribes nigrum seeds contain essential fatty acids.

How Blackcurrant Ribes nigrum is Used and Its Medicinal Benefits of Blackcurrant.

• As an Infusion: In the early stages of colds and feverish infections take 1 cup of a Blackcurrant ribes nigrum leaves infusion.  
• As A Juice: Take 2 teaspoons of freshly made and unsweetened  juice for diarrhoea and digestive upsets. As already pointed out above Blackcurrant ribes nigrum fruit is rich in vitamin c to improve immunity and helps a great deal in treating infections such as flu or pneumonia.
• As A Mouthwash: Gargle Blackcurrant leaves or ribes nigrum leaves infusion three times a day to treat mouth and throat infections such as sore throats and mouth ulcers.
• Used As A Tincture: Take 6 dropperfuls of Blackcurrant ribes nigrum leaf tincture three times a day to increase elimination of fluids in high blood pressure.
• As A Seed Oil: Blackcurrant ribes nigrum seed oil capsules are effective for treating ezcema, menstrual irregularities and arthritis.