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BRAZILIAN HERBS

   HOW TO PREPARE YOUR TEA?

   To fully enjoy the benefits of any medicinal plant, the first rule is to be sure of what you are getting. Many medicinal plants are similar (appearance of leaves, for example) to plants that have no effect. In addition, the handling of the plant to the point of sale must be well controlled and carried out within quality criteria, since the drying and milling stages of the plant, as they involve heating, can reduce or even eliminate the expected beneficial effect .

   As for the preparation, it is important to clarify that there are two basic modes: infusion and decoction. In the infusion, the water is heated to the boiling point (when bubbles begin to form at the bottom of the kettle), then the hot water is poured over the plant and the mixture is left to rest for a few minutes, preferably covered. This technique is generally applied to the preparation of teas made from leaves, flowers and ground fruits and preserves the essential oil.

   In the decoction, the parts of the plant are boiled together with water for a few minutes. This technique is generally applied to the preparation of teas from the bark, roots or pieces of stem, which, as they are harder, require a more rigorous method for extracting the beneficial compounds present in the plant into water. To obtain the expected effect, it is necessary to follow the indicated way of preparing the chosen tea.

   Always consult a prescriber to guide you on what to do.  best herb or formula for your case, dosage and consumption time.

 sacred cascara

   Brazilian Medicine

   Native to the western United States, this plant was widely used by Native Americans. But it was the Spanish colonizers who gave it that name. Well-known and highly recommended in cases of constipation, today it is present in many of the dangerous formulations to lose weight - these, you must escape. In Brazil, it is easier to find it in the form of an extract, in natural product houses.

Scientific name:
  Rhamnus purshiana

Popular names: No records

Medicinal purposes: The plant also serves as a digestive tonic. But it cannot be used immediately after harvesting. It takes an aging process of at least a year, or stays in the oven at 100 degrees Celsius for at least an hour. Hence the importance of only buying it in specialized stores.

How to use:
  To regulate the intestine, put in 1 bottle of white wine and add 5 tablespoons of the powder of the husks of the cascara. Leave to macerate for 10 days and strain. Take 1 cup before bedtime, until your bowels work properly. Then immediately discontinue use. 

Attention! The cascara cannot be taken for more than a few days. Continued use damages nerve endings in the intestine, which ceases to function on its own. Pregnant women, breastfeeding women, people with inflammatory bowel disease or abdominal pain of unknown origin should not use it. Long-term use can also lead to potassium loss, which potentiates cardiac arrhythmias. In fact, it should not be taken by those taking heart medications and anti-inflammatory drugs such as indomethacin.

Cáscara-sagrada

 Coriander

Brazilian Medicine

    This spice, which lends its strong flavor to typical northeastern foods, such as vatapá, was brought from Africa by slaves. Afterwards it became popular throughout the country, mainly in Bahia. But, at the same time that it serves to spice up our culinary dishes, some not so light, it facilitates digestion and relieves stomach cramps. All thanks to its mucilages, substances capable of protecting the lining of the stomach and intestine. 

Scientific name:
  Coriandum sativum 

Popular Names: No Records
 

Medicinal purposes: Coriander is touted as an anti-anxiety remedy.

How to use:
  To combat gas and colic, make a tincture with 1 tablespoon of dried coriander seeds in 1 teacup of 60% grain alcohol, which can be found in pharmacies. Leave to macerate for 5 days and strain the mixture. Dilute 20 drops in 1 glass of water and drink. 

Attention! The leaves used as a spice are toxic if consumed in large quantities - which would be necessary to obtain a medicinal effect. Therefore, to alleviate digestive problems, seeds are recommended.

Coentro

 comfrey

Brazilian Medicine    

    In the 1980s, his tea was widely used to fight ulcers and even help control diabetes. But the plant fell out of favor after several reports of serious side effects. This is because it is very rich in alkaloids, which can be extremely toxic to the liver and even cause cirrhosis. The bad character overshadowed its beneficial effects: rich in allantoin, a compound that stimulates tissue regeneration, comfrey is an excellent healing agent. But it is worth noting that it should not be ingested at all -- which, by the way, is prohibited by law. It can only be used topically, in compresses.

Scientific name:
  Symphytum officinale

Common Names: Compass, Cardinal Weed, Donkey's Ear

Medicinal purposes: It stimulates tissue regeneration and is a great healing agent.

How to use:
  To treat bruises, add 1 tablespoon of the chopped leaves to 1 cup of boiling water. Cover. Wait 10 minutes and strain. Soak a gauze with the liquid still warm and apply to the bruise for 30 minutes. 

Attention!
  The comfrey leaves must be very green and fresh, kept in properly closed jars and away from moisture. The species is contraindicated for pregnant women and children. Also, it is not advisable to use it for more than 10 consecutive days.

Confrei

 clove

  Chinese medicine  

Chinese Name: Ding Xiang  (Cloves)

Dosage: 1 - 5 g   Powder: 0.5 - 1 g  Tincture: 0.25 - 2 ml 
Essential Oil: 1-2 drops on surface
  with olive oil

Category: Herbs that warm the interior and expel the cold

Property:

  Taste: Acre   Temperature: Warm   Meridians: Kidney, Spleen, Stomach (Lung)   

  Dosage: pill or  capsule 0.6 - 4.5 g - do not decoct - Tincture: 0.2 - 1 mg - Whole leaf decoction 10 - 15 g

 

              Action                                          Recommendation

Heat the medium Heater,  relieves the pain and             | Cold stomach with vomiting, hiccups, abdominal pain

the qi comes down                                         |  and diarrhea

 

                                                  | Deficient spleen and cold stomach with anorexia,

                                                 | vomiting and diarrhea

Warm up the kidneys and help the yang                        | Impotence or clear vaginal discharge from cold in the uterus or

                                                 | belly (usually accompanied by weak legs) due

                                                 | The  deficiency of  kidney  Yang

Contraindications:

  • Contraindicated for those with febrile illness.

  • Contraindicated for those with internal heat

  • Contraindicated for those with  Deficiency  yin  .

  • Be careful during pregnancy.

  • Use only for cold deficiency.

Grades:

  1. This herb is similar in action to Fr.  Evodiae  Wu Zhu Yu  ,  but it is more important for the treatment of Qi reflux.  .

  2. Some sources say this herb blocks the pulse.

  3. the male tooth of the  Gong Mu Xiang  it's more powerful.

  4. The female tooth of Mu Dong Xiang  is less powerful in  Qi  downward  ,  but the effects last longer and are often combined with the  Gong Ding Xiang  for a more powerful effect;  longer lasting effect.  Mu Ding Xiang  it also enters the blood to invigorate the blood and induce labor.  It has also been used topically to treat cold symptoms in female genitalia.

  5. This herb has been an ingredient in perfumes, incense and herbal formulas.

  6. Some sources say that this herb treats parasites.

  7. Cash  Caryophylli  Ding Xiang Pi  it is the bark of the same plant and is used to dissipate cold and relieve pain.

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 clove

Brazilian Medicine    

    The Chinese were the first to use the famous spice, both as a condiment and in medicine, centuries before Christ. Due to its aroma, it was also used in the composition of perfumes and incense. In the 16th century, cloves became an extremely valuable commodity and became a target of dispute between the Portuguese and the Dutch. It landed in Brazil at the hands of the colonizers. To this day its oil is used in dentistry as an analgesic and antiseptic. Rich in eugenol, it can stop inflammation in the mucous membranes and fight swelling.

Scientific name:
  Syzygium aromaticum

Popular names: Indian rose, cloves, cloves

Medicinal purposes: It seems to have an anticoagulant action as it inhibits platelet aggregation.

How to use:
  To prevent gingivitis, make a mouthwash: add 1 teacup of boiling water to 1 tablespoon of cloves and let it warm for 10 minutes. Strain and rinse while still warm, two to four times a day. 

Attention!
  Pregnant women should only consume cloves in portions commonly used in food, because any excess is capable of causing contractions in the uterus. Plant oil should never be ingested. It can also irritate your skin.

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 Dandelion

  Chinese medicine  

Chinese Name: Lu Hui (Aloe Vera) - Dosage: 9 -  30  g

Category: Herbs that eliminate heat and purge fire;  Herbs that remove heat and detoxify; drains  hot and hot diseases

Property:

  Taste: Bitter and Sweet   Temperature: cold     Meridians: Stomach and  Liver  

  Dosage: 9-30 g     Dye: 2-4 ml

 

              Action                                          Recommendation

Reduces abscesses and dissipates nodules                 | Internal abscesses and external wounds particularly if

                                               | are firm and difficult, especially breast abscesses and

                                               | intestinal (internally and topically)

 

Cleanse the liver and clean the eyes                   |     Red eyes and puffy  (alone as steam)

                                               | heat in liver

Clears heat, resolves moisture and loosens the          |  Painful urinary dysfunction from moist heat

painful urinary dysfunction                       | Moist heat jaundice

Relieves fire toxicity                         | fire toxicity

 

Promotes lactation                              | Insufficient lactation due to heat  

 

clears the heat in the blood                          | Congested Fire in the Spleen and Stomach

 

Contraindications:

  • Overdose can cause mild diarrhea.

  • Contraindicated for those with  yin  sore or carbuncles where there is no redness or pain.

  • It can cause allergic reactions such as itching, hot sensations, hives, abdominal discomfort, nausea and vomiting.

  • Contraindicated in  deficiency of  Middle  Jiao  .

  • Contraindicated by cold blood.

  • There may be heartburn on oral administration.

Herbal or drug interactions:

  • Concomitant use with quinolone antibiotics,​​ like Ciprofloxacin, it may influence the bioavailability and disposition of quinolone antibiotics.

Grades:

  1. This can be used alone or with other herbs in decoction.

  2. The local dandelion can be used and must be at least two years old.

  3. This herb excels in drainage, driving down and dispersing.  Qi  Stagnation and agglomeration.

  4. It is traditionally used for breast abscesses and other wounds - both internally and topically.

  5. For breast abscesses and female edema, boil a juice to drink and apply.  Shows immediate results.

  6. It's really wonderful for eye ailments.  It is quite effective in treating dysphagia.

  7. This herb has been shown to inhibit the growth of cancer cells.

  8. It is a key herb for eliminating pathogen heat and blood cooling.

  9. It is said to cure female breast abscess and breast cancer.

  10. Fresh Taraxacum  Xian Pu Gong Ying  it has a stronger cooling and detoxifying function than dry grass.  It has a wider range of action and is most effective when drunk and applied topically.

  11. Smaller doses are more stimulating and restorative, while larger doses are cleaner from heat and drainage.

  12. So much  Pu Gong Ying  how much Hb.  violae  Zi Hua Di Ding  cool Heat, resolves toxicity, reduces swelling and disperses agglomerate.  Pu Gong Ying  is better at restricting dredging and dispersing agglomeration (focusing on the liver channel), while  Zi Hua Di Ding  it is better at cooling the blood and resolving toxicity (focusing on the heart and liver channels).

  13. So much  Pu Gong Ying  how much Hb.  Heritage  Bai Jiang Cao  cool Heat, resolves toxicity and reduces bloated abscess, better at restricting dredging and dispersed clumping (focusing on Liver and Stomach channels) while  Bai Jiang Cao  it is better at eliminating Stasis and expelling pus.

  14. So much  Pu Gong Ying  how much Rz.  paridis  Chong Lou  resolves toxicity, reduces swelling, and relieves pain.  pu gong ying  it also promotes urination, blocks painful urinary dysfunction, and treats jaundice, while  Chong Lou  calms fright while cooling the liver.  It also resolves snakebite toxins and treats many types of cancers.

  15. So much  Pu Gong Ying  how much Flos Lonicerae  Jin Yin Hua  are effective in reducing swelling and ulceration.  Pu Gong Ying  it only enters the liver and stomach, while  Jin Yin Hua  enters all channels, but cannot exert its full effect without being combined with  Pu Gong Ying  .

 Dandelion

Brazilian Medicine    

    Its leaves are bitter and its yellow flowers can be used in salads. In ancient China, the plant was considered a powerful remedy for breast disease. Today, no one disputes that tea from the plant alleviates digestive disturbances. Dandelion's active ingredients stimulate the production of bile, which helps to digest fats. In addition, the plant is also filled with beta-carotene, fiber and mineral salts.

Scientific name:Taraxacum officinale

Popular names: Dog's Lettuce, Soprão, Amargosa, Men's Love, Monk's Crown, Taraxaco

Medicinal purposes: The species acts as a mild diuretic and laxative, in addition to whetting the appetite.

How to use:
  For digestive disorders make a decoction using 3 to 4 teaspoons of the herb for every cup of water.

Attention!
  Pregnant women, 2-year-olds and anyone suffering from gallstones should stay away from it. Due to the diuretic effect, cardiac patients and those with hypertension should be cautious. Pressure drop, nausea, vomiting and allergic reactions may occur.

Dente-de-leão

 Lemongrass

Brazilian Medicine    

   Also called melissa, this is one of those herbs that deserve extra attention when buying. In addition to being confused with lemongrass or lemongrass, it is popularly known by very different names. Your tea is great for fighting colic and gas. It also helps you relax on those tense days, thanks to the calming effect of its essential oils.

Scientific name:
  Melissa officinalis 

Popular names: Melissa, French tea, cider, citronella, european lemon balm, verdant lemon balm, brazil sage

Medicinal purposes: It is also analgesic and antispasmodic, in addition to working topically (in extract) against cold sores.
 

How to use:
  To treat headaches and intestinal cramps, add 1 cup of tea, add 1 tablespoon of fresh leaves and twigs. Add boiling water. Smother it, wait for it to warm and strain. Have a cup in the morning and another in the evening.

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 Anise

Brazilian Medicine    

    Known since ancient Egyptian times, its flavor is present in foods, liquors, candies, soaps and creams. But in addition to lending its perfume to treats and cosmetics, it is a good medicine against gas and prevents painful contractions of the stomach and intestine, the popular cramps. This is because it is rich in essential oils that act on the abdominal muscles. Its seeds are easily found in supermarkets.

Scientific name:
  Pimpinella anisum

Popular Names: Aniseed, Aniseed, Sweet Cumin

Medicinal purposes: It acts against infantile colic, nervous gastritis, migraines (especially those caused by digestive problems). It is also indicated as a breath freshener.

How to use:
  To relieve nausea, place 3 tablespoons of the seed in 1 bottle of white wine. Let it sit for ten days and strain. Take a glass before main meals.

Attention!
  The use has no contraindications as long as it is in the indicated doses. In high dosages, the essential oil can cause toxic effects. Pregnant women shouldn't use it.

Erva-doce
Eucalipto

 Eucalyptus

Brazilian Medicine    

   Nobody disputes that it gives a real breath to the lungs. Eucalyptus has components such as eucalyptol and citronellol that make secretions more fluid and easier to eliminate. Its tannins, in turn, reduce the amount of mucus. Eucalyptol also dilates the bronchi, making it easier for phlegm to get out. For all that, the leaves of this fragrant tree are a relief for those suffering from respiratory problems such as asthma and bronchitis. Inhaling the plant's vapors interferes with the mucous vessels in the nose, improving breathing. And the essential oil appears to stop the TB-causing bacteria from reproducing.

Scientific name:
  Eucalyptus globulus 

Popular names: Blue Gomeiro, White Mahogany, Fever Tree
 

Medicinal Purposes: The tea is used to lower fever and combat pain from sciatica and gout. It also relieves pain from rheumatism and stimulates defenses. The plant serves as an antiseptic and insect repellent.
 

How to use:
  For sinusitis (inhalation), pour 1 liter of boiling water over 6 or 8 eucalyptus leaves. Aspirate the steam twice a day.

Attention!
  In cases of dry asthma, it can have the opposite effect, irritating more and worsening the allergic condition. In excess, it can cause drowsiness, vomiting, respiratory disorders and even loss of consciousness. Pregnant women who have severe inflammatory or liver diseases cannot use it. Children should not inhale or use the essential oil. The plant also interacts with various medications, such as antidiabetics and drugs metabolized by the liver.

 Eucalyptus - Leaf

  Chinese medicine  

Chinese Name: Ning Meng An Ye  ( Folium Eucalypti Citriodorae )

Dosage: 3 -  6g. 

The dosage is more suitable  for external application.

Category: Herbs that expel wind and moisture

Property:

Taste: Pungent, bitter     Temperature: a little hot   Meridians: Spleen, Stomach and Liver

Dosage : 3 - 6  g   

 

              Action                                              Recommendation

Expel the wind, eliminate moisture, strengthen the        | Asthma, malaria, dysentery, scalds and burns,

stomach and relieve pain, remove toxicity            |  indigestion, rheumatoid arthritis, stomach pain,

and relieve the itching.                                     |  stubborn dermatitis, rubella, eczema, wounds and boils,

                                                    | common cold caused by wind chill, sore

                                                    | shell, vomiting and diarrhea caused​​ by acute illness and                                                       | filthy.

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 guaco

Brazilian Medicine    

   Originally from southern Brazil, the plant was widely used by the Indians to treat snake bites. But it was even famous for its effects against respiratory ailments, increasingly confirmed by science. Acclaimed for alleviating symptoms of bronchitis, asthma and cough, the guaco leaves have palliative action in acute cases of respiratory diseases. They reduce the inflammatory process and have an antimicrobial action. In addition, the compounds of the plant - among them, coumarin - relax the muscles of the respiratory system and dilate the channels through which the air passes.

Scientific name: Mikania glomerata

Common names: Snake grass, serpent grass, catinga vine, snake grass, heart of Jesus and uaco
 

Medicinal purposes: It is used to heal ulcers, wounds and to treat varicose veins, in addition to working as an emollient in eczema and itching

How to use:
  To calm the chest: Pour 1 teacup of boiling water over 1 tablespoon of chopped leaves. Squelch for 10 minutes and strain. Take twice a day.

Attention!
  It should not be used by women with heavy periods because it increases the flow. High doses can cause diarrhea, malaise and vomiting. It is not suitable for pregnant women, children under one year, people with clotting disorders or chronic liver disease.

Guaco

 Guarana

Brazilian Medicine    

   The Amazon Indians already knew the properties of guaraná. Today it is known that it is a powerful tonic that acts against stress, capable of improving the general conditions of the organism. It is rich in caffeine and theobromine, stimulants that act on the central nervous system. The seeds are also full of tannins, which, in addition to controlling the skin's oiliness, manage to neutralize the harmful action of free radicals.

Scientific name:
  Paulinia cupana

Popular names: Uaraná, cupana, naranazeiro, guaranaúva

Medicinal purposes: It alleviates gastrointestinal disturbances and cramps and is also used against memory loss and as an analgesic.

How to use:
  To increase the mood, put 1 teaspoon of guarana powder in 1 cup of filtered water and add 1 tablespoon of honey. Mix well. Take it first thing in the morning, on an empty stomach.

Attention!
  It should be avoided by children, patients with cardiac and psychological disorders such as panic disorder or hyperactivity. Never consume with other beverages rich in caffeine.

Guaraná

 Pepper mint

Brazilian Medicine    

   A Greek myth tells that the nymph Minthe was turned into a plant when her romance with the god Pluto was discovered by her betrayed wife. The lover cannot undo the enchantment and, disconsolate, he left her the aroma as a gift. Spicy and fragrant, this herb often used as a spice has two main virtues: it relieves digestive cramps and reduces inflammation in the bronchi. Menthol, one of its components, destroys gas bubbles and is able to dilate bronchi - which explains the relief of nasal congestion. This mint also has flavonoids, gallbladder stimulating substances, and bitter principles that improve the work of the stomach.

Scientific name:
  Mentha piperite

Popular Names: Mint, Mint, Mint, Mint, Peppermint, Kitchen Mint
 

Medicinal purposes: It is also used to combat fatigue, liver problems, gas and aid digestion.

How to use:
  To aid digestion, make a juice by mixing 1 level teaspoon of the herb into 1 cup of orange or pineapple juice. Blend everything in a blender or make a tea by pouring 1 cup of boiling water onto 1 tablespoon of peppermint leaves. Then squelch for 10 minutes and strain. Attention: never boil the water together with the plant, as this makes its essential oil evaporate. 

Attention!
  Exaggerating the dose increases stomach acidity. Peppermint is considered totally contraindicated for babies, pregnant women and breastfeeding women.

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 jaborandi

Brazilian Medicine    

   The name of this plant in Tupi-Guarani, yaboran-di, means "plant that makes you drool". This is because the Indians already knew about its ability to stimulate sweating and salivation. The secret of jaborandi is in its leaves and goes by the name of pilocarpine. Is it a substance that stimulates the production of secretions, including pulmonary secretions? Hence, its elimination by the body becomes easier. That's why it is usually used as an expectorant and even to fight swelling.

Scientific name:
  Pilocarpus jaborandi

Popular names: Pilocarpo, jaborandi-de-pernambuco
 

Medicinal purposes: It is used as a hair tonic and skin moisturizer.
 

How to use:
  To relieve a cough, infuse 1 tablespoon of the dried herb in a cup of water.

Attention!
  It cannot be used in pregnancy, nor by anyone suffering from bronchospasm. High doses cause diarrhea and vomiting.

Jaborandi

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1.Never buy medication without guidance from a qualified professional. 

2. Images for illustrative purposes only. 
3.People with hypersensitivity to the substance should not use the product.
 
4. In case of hypersensitivity to the product, it is recommended to discontinue use and consult the herbalist.
 
5.Do not use the product after the expiration date.
 
6.Keep at room temperature (15 to 30ºC). Protect from light, heat and humidity. Under these conditions, the product will remain suitable for consumption, respecting the expiration date indicated on the package.
 
7. All medication must be kept out of reach of children.
 
8.This product should not be used by pregnant women without the guidance of a herbalist.
 
9.Although there are no contraindications related to age groups, we recommend the use of the product for adult patients.
 
10.Follow the way to use correctly. If the symptoms do not disappear, seek advice from the herbalist.
 
11.Using the product during the breastfeeding period is also not recommended.
 
12."IF THE SYMPTOMS PERSIST, THE FHYTOTHERAPIST SHOULD BE CONSULTED".

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