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Acne
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Tea Tree Oil
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For external use only. As little as a teaspoon of tea tree oil can be toxic. Do not ingest it, and keep it out of the reach of children.
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Aids
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Garlic; St. John's wort
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St. John's wort- If you are taking antidepressant medication or a protease inhibitor, consult a physician before using.
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Alzheimer's disease
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Ginkgo
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Anxiety
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Catnip; Celery; Chamomile; Kava; Lemon balm; Motherwort; Passionflower; Scullcap; Yarrow;
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Celery- Long tern use may deplete potassium stores. Lemon balm- interferes with thyroid-stimulating hormone if you have an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), consult a physican before using it.
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Arthritis
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Angelica; Black Haw; Boneset; Chamomile; Chaparral; Echinacea; Evening primrose; Fenugreek; Gentian; Ginger; Horsetail; Juniper; Licorice; Meadowsweet; Nettle; Red pepper; St. John's wort; Vervain; White willow;
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Angelica- May cause a rash in sensitive people who are exposed to direct sunlight. Fenugreek- Has estrogenic action. People who have a history of blood clots(thromboembolisms), inflammation of blood vessels (thrombophlebities), heart disease, or stroke should consult theiir physicians before using it. Horsetail- Long-term use may delete potassium stores. Juniper- Long-term use may delete potassium stores. Licorice- May cause water retention, elevated blood pressure and a hormone imbalance(pseudoaldosteronism.) Meadowsweet- Contain aspirin like compounds. Nettle- Long-term use may delete potassium stores. St. John's wort- If youare taking a antidepressant medication consult a physican before using. Vervain- Long-term use may delete potassium stores. may depress heart rate and constrict bronchial passages. If you have heart disease, high pressure, diabetes, or asthma, consult a physician beofre using it. White Willow- Contain aspirin like compounds.
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Asthma
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Angelica; Cocoa(chocolate); Coffee; Kola; Mate; Tea;
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Angelica- May cause a rash insensitive people whoare exposed to direct sunlight. Cocoa(chocolate)- Contains caffeine, which may causejitters, irritability, insomnia, and addiction. Coffee- Contains caffeine, which may cause jitters, irritability, insomnia, and addiction. Kola- Contains caffeine, which may cause jitters, irritability, insomnia, and addiction. Mate- Contains caffeine, which may cause jitters, irritability, insomnia, and addiction. Tea- Contains caffeine, which may cause jitters, irritability, insomnia, and addiction.
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Athlete's foot
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Tea Tree oil
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For external use only. As little as a teaspoon of tea tree oil can be toxic. Do not ingest it, and keep it out of the reach of children.
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Bleeding
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Blackberry; Shepherd's purse; Witch hazel; Yarrow;
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Shepherd's purse- May cause powerful uterine contractions.
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Breast tenderness
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Evening Primrose
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Breath (Bad)
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Alfalfa; Parsley;
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Parsley- Long term use of large amounts may deplete potassiun stores.
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Bronchitis (also see cough)
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Barberry; Echinacea; Garlic
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Burns (also see pain)
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Aloe; Chamomile; Comfrey; Echinacea; Gotu kola; Marshmallow; Passionflower; st. John's wort; yarrow;
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For external use only. Flush burns cold water beofre applying herbal medicines. Extensive burns that raise blisters or char the skin require professional attention.
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Cancer prevention
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Alfalfa; Apple; Bilberry; Blackberry; Cranberry; Garlic; Ginseng; Rasberry; Green tea; Turmeric;
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Cancer treatment
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Mistletoe; Green tea;
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Mistletoe- May slow heart rate and affect blood pressure. If you have a history of stroke, consult your physican before using it. Tea- Contains caffeine, which may cause jitters, irritability, insomnia, and addiction.
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Canker Sores
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Licorice;
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Licorice- May cause water retention, elevated blood pressure and a hormone imbalance(pseudoaldosteronism.)
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Cataract Prevention
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Bilberry; Blackberry; Cranberry; Raspberry; Turmeric;
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Cholera
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Barberry; Goldenseal;
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Cirrhosis
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Ginseng; Licorice; Milk thistle;
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Licorice- May cause water retention, elevated blood pressure and a hormone imbalance(pseudoaldosteronism.)
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Colds (also see Cough)
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Boneset; Echinacea; Garlic; Ginger; Hyssop; Marshmallow; Meadowsweet; Slippery elm;
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Meadowsweet- Contain aspirin like compounds.
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Colic
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Dill; Slippery elm;
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Conjunctivitis
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Barberry;
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Cough
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Angelica; Cocoa(chocolate); Coffee; Ephedra; Eucalyptus; Fenugreek; Harehound; hyssop; kola; Licorice; Marshmallow; Mate; Mullein; Penyroyal; Peppermint; Slippery elm; Tea; Thyme;
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Angelica- May cause a rash insensitive people whoare exposed to direct sunlight. Cocoa(chocolate)- Contains caffeine, which may causejitters, irritability, insomnia, and addiction. Coffee- Contains caffeine, which may cause jitters, irritability, insomnia, and addiction. Ephedra- May raise blood pressure andcause jitters, irritability, and insomnia. People with high blood presture, heart or kidney disease, or a history of stoke should not use it. In very large doses, may cause potentially fatal heart problems. Kola- Contains caffeine, which may cause jitters, irritability, insomnia, and addiction. Licorice- May cause water retention, elevated blood pressure and a hormone imbalance(pseudoaldosteronism.) Mate- Contains caffeine, which may cause jitters, irritability, insomnia, and addiction. Tea- Contains caffeine, which may cause jitters, irritability, insomnia, and addiction.
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Depression
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St. John's wort
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St. John's wort- If you are taking antidepressant medication or a protease inhibitor, consult a physician before using.
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Diabetes
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Apple; Celery; Evening primrose; Fenugreek; Garlic; Ginseng; Red pepper; Sage;
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Celery- Long term use may deplete potassium stores. Fenugreek- Has estrogenic action. People who have a history of blood clots(thromboembolisms), inflammation of blood vessels (thrombophlebities), heart disease, or stroke should consult theiir physicians before using it.
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Diarrhea
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Apple; Barberry; Bayberry; Blackberry; Dill; Goldenseal; Meadowsweet; Mullein; Psyllium; Psyllium; Raspberry; Rhubarb; Slippery elm; Tea, Uva-ursi
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Bayberry- May change the body's sodium-potassiumbalance. If you have high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease, or a history of stoke, consult a physician before using it. Meadowsweet- Contain aspirin like compounds. Rhubarb- Large doses have a laxative effect and may cause abdominal distress. Tea- Contains caffeine, which may cause jitters, irritability, insomnia, and addiction. Uva-ursi- Long term use may deplete potassium stores.
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Dizziness
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Ginger; Ginkgo
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Ear infection
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Echinacea; Garlic;
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Eczema
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Evening primrose
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Emhysemap
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Eucalyptus; Ginseng; Peppermint;
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Fibromyalgiar
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Red Pepper;
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Flu
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see cold
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Flu (also see Cough)
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Boneset; Echinacea; Garlic; Ginger; Hyssop; Marshmallow; Meadowsweet; Slippery elm;
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Meadowsweet- Contain aspirin like compounds.
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Food Poisoning Prevention
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Rosemary; Sage; Thyme
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Food Poisoning Treatment
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Angelica; Apple; Barberry; Bayberry; Burdock; Catnip; Chamomile; Cinnamon; Clove; Dill; Echinacea; Garlic; Ginseng; Goldseng; Meadowsweet; Mullein; Peppermint;
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Angelica- May cause a rash in sensitive people who are exposed to direct sunlight. Bayberry- May change the body's sodium-potassiumbalance. If you have high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease, or a history of stoke, consult a physician before using it. Meadowsweet- Contain aspirin like compounds.
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Gallstone prevention
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Coffee; Dandelion;
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Coffee- Contains caffeine, which may cause jitters, irritability, insomnia, and addiction. Dandelion- Long term use may deplete potassium stores.
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Gas
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Dill;
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Giardiasis
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Barberry; Elecampane; Goldenseal;
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Glaucoma prevention
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Bilberry; Blackberry; Cranberry; Raspberry;
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Gout (also see pain)
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Celery; Nettle;
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Celery- Long-term use may delete potassium stores. Nettle- Long-term use may delete potassium stores.
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Gum disease prevention
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Goldenseal; Myrrh;
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Hay fevel
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Nettle; Parsley;
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Nettle- Long-term use may delete potassium stores. Parsley- Long-term use may delete potassium stores.
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Headache
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Eucalyptus; Feverfew(for migraine); Meadowsweet; Red pepper(for cluster); White willow;
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Meadowsweet- Contain aspirin like compounds. White willow- Contain aspirin like compounds.
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Heart (Congestive failure)
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Hawthorn
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Heart disease (also see high blood pressure,high cholesterol)
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Alfalfa; Bilberry; Blackberry; Cranberry; Evening primrose; Garlic; Ginger; Ginkgo; Hawthorn; Meadowsweet; Motherwort; Raspberry; Soybean; Tea(green); Tumeric; White willow;
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Meadowsweet- Contain aspirin like compounds. Soybean- has estrogenic action. people who have ahistory of blood clots (thromboembolisms), inflammation of blood vessels(thrombophlebitis), heart disease, or stoke should consult their physicans before using it. Tea- Contains caffeine, which may cause jitters, irritability, insomnia, and addiction.
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Hemorrholds
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For externaluse: Blackberry; Mullein; Psylium, Shepherd's purse, Slippery elm, Tarragon, Witch Hazel; Horse chestnut;
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Shephard's purse- may cause powerful uterine contractions.
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Hepatitis
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Licorice; Milk thistle;
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Licorice- May cause water retention, elevated blood pressure and a hormone imbalance(pseudoaldosteronism.)
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Herpes andcold sores
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for external use: Comfrey; Hyssop; lemon balm; Licorice; Peppermint; Uva-ursi; for internal use: Echinacea; Garlic; Ginseng; Lemon balm;
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Licorice- May cause water retention, elevated blood pressure and a hormone imbalance(pseudoaldosteronism.) Uva-ursi- Long tern use may deplete potassium stores. Lemon balm- interferes with thyroid-stimulatinghormone. Ifyou haveaunder active thyroid(hypothyroidism), consult a physician before usingit.
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Lice (Head)
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tobacco; Columbine seeds; Labrador Tea; Common Pawpaw; tea tree oil;
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Wash all clothing and bedding that the affected person has come in contact with. Spray furniture and other unwashable objects with products for this purpose, usually available at pharmacies. There are a number of products to wash or rinse hair with available at pharmacies, which are very effective, but may be too harsh for small children or people with sensitive skin. Most are not recommended for use during pregnancy. Some natural alternatives follow, but please note some of them are also quite strong. 1) Pour 1 quart boiling water over a handful of tobacco (you can pull a part cigarette for this). Let steep for several hours, then strain. After shampooing hair, use the tobacco tea as a rinse. The hair should be rinsed at least 15 times with the tea, so do this over a bowl or plastic basin to catch it. Comb hair directly after rinsing and leave the tea in for shampooing for several hours before shampooing out. 2) Columbine seeds (Aquilegia canadensis)- Native Americans rubbed seeds in hair to control lice. 3) Labrador Tea (Ledum groenlandicum)-Leaf tea used externally as a rinse to kill lice 4) Common Pawpaw (Asimina triloba)-leaves are insecticidal; powered seeds, which are also insecticidal, were once sprinkled on childrens’ heads to control lice. Seeds are toxic if taken internally. Leaves may cause a rash. 5) Put a few drops of tea tree oil (Melaleuca alternifolia) on a comb and comb hair well. Add 5 to 10 ml (1 to 2 teaspoons) oil to shampoo or hair rinse. Repeat use daily.
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Prostate Enlargement (Benign)
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Nettle; Saw Palmetto;
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Nettle- Long-term use may delete potassium stores.
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Sexual Problems induced by Anidepressant
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Ginkgo
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