--------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 257 ALTERN. MEDICINE Ref: EEV00010Date: 10/25/97 From: ALEX VASAUSKAS Time: 07:31am \/To: ALL (Read 1 times) Subj: Licorice Herbal Information Center - Licorice Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) From: http://www.kcweb.com/herb/herbmain.htm Licorice is a perennial herb native to southern Europe, Asia and the Mediterranean. It is extensively cultivated in Russia, Spain, Iran and India. It is one of the most popular and widely consumed herbs in the world. Although many know this herb for its flavoring in candy, licorice contains many health benefits. Ancient cultures on every continent have used licorice, the first recorded use by the Egyptians in the 3rd century BC. The Egyptians and the Greeks recognized the herb's benefits in treating coughs and lung disease. Licorice is the second most prescribed herb in China followed by ginseng, it is suggested for treatment of the spleen, liver and kidney. The Japanese use a licorice preparation to treat hepatitis. The most common medical use for licorice is for treating upper respiratory ailments including coughs, hoarseness, sore throat, and bronchitis. The main constituent found in the root is glycyrrhizin. The plant also contains various sugars (to 14%), starches (30%), flavonoids, saponoids, sterols, amino acids, gums, and essential oil. Glycyrrhizin, stimulates the secretion of the adrenal cortex hormone aldosterone. It can be as effective as codeine, and safer, when used as a cough suppressant. Rhizomes in licorice have a high mucilage content which, when mixed with water or used in cough drops, sooths irritated mucous membranes. The drug also has an expectorant effect which increases the secretion of the bronchial glands. Licorice is an effective remedy for throat irritations, lung congestion, and bronchitis. Homeopathic use of licorice for gastric irritation dates back to the first century. Today, herbal preparations are used to treat stomach and intestinal ulcers, lower acid levels and coat the stomach wall with a protective gel. Rarely used alone, it is a common component of many herbal teas as mild laxative, a diuretic, and for flatulence. It has also been known to relieve rheumatism and arthritis, regulate low blood sugar, and is effective for Addison's disease. The root extract produces mild estrogenic effects, and it has proven useful in treating symptoms of menopause, regulating menstruation, and relieving menstrual cramps. The main ingredient glycyrrhizin has also been studied for it's anti-viral properties in the treatment of AIDS. In clinical trials in Japan it prevented progression of the HIV virus by inhibiting cell infection and inducing interferon activity. Glycyrrhizin also encourages the production of hormones such as hydrocortisone which give it anti-inflammatory properties. Like cortisone it can relieve arthritic and allergy symptoms, without the side effects. The constituent glycyrrhizin is 50 times sweeter than sugar, making it a widely used ingredient in the food industry. The distinctive flavor of licorice makes it a popular additive to baked confections, liqueurs, ice cream and candies. It is also widely used in other medicines to mask bitter tastes and also to prevent pills from sticking together. Licorice has also been used in poultices for treatment of dermatitis and skin infections. It helps to open the pores and is used in combination with other cleansing and healing herbs as an emollient. Part Used: Root in the making of powder, teas and tonics, extracts, tinctures and decoctions. Common Use: It is an ingredient in many cough medicines and a popular and well-known remedy for bronchial distress. Can have a beneficial effect on gastric disturbances. Care: Licorice grows best in a dry and warm climate. Prefers sandy, rich soil and full sun. Toxicity: May cause side effects in healthy people. May cause headaches, elevated blood pressure, hypertension, lethargy, edema, or shortness of breath. --- * Origin: 61 deg. 25' N / 149 deg. 40' W (1:17/75) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 257 ALTERN. MEDICINE Ref: EEV00011Date: 10/25/97 From: ALEX VASAUSKAS Time: 08:58am \/To: ALL (Read 1 times) Subj: ADD and ADHD * Forwarded (from: HERBS-N-SUCH) * Originally from Alex Vasauskas (1:17/75) to Craig Loewen. * Original dated: Sat Oct 25, 08:56 Craig Loewen wrote in a message to All: CL> Has anyone here had any success in using herbs to treat CL> attention-deficit disorder (ADD) and ADD with hyperactivity (ADDH)? CL> I would be especially interested for any anecdotal evidence dealing CL> with treating adults who struggle with the syndrome. Here's some info I found: From: Medicinal herb FAQ - part 4 of 7 http://sunsite.unc.edu/herbmed Henriette's Herbal Homepage mediherb.html [...] ========== BEGIN 2.2.9 Herbs, ADD, and replacing Ritalin ----- >Does anyone know of any viable substitutes for Ritalin for ADD? I have heard of a substance called Pycnogenol. Are there any other substitutes for taking Ritalin? How long does a person need to take Pycnogenol in order for it to take effect? From herbal@got.net (Roy Upton): I have seen at least 70 children weaned of Ritalin. I usually recommend weaning off of Ritalin for a 2-3 week period, while administering the herbs. Usually, the program consists of dietary modification, exercise, and nutritional and herbal supplementation. Though treatment is similar, differentiate between ADD and ADHD. ADD might be a direct result of under/poor nourishment. The brain is the most energy intensive organ of the body. If the body is deprived of energy, the brain is first to suffer. In ADHD there is often a rapid heart beat that may have varying underlying causes such as specific allergies. DIETARY * Elimination of most simple sugars including fruit juices, foods with colors and preservatives. Concentrate on a whole foods diet. * Magnesium supplementation. Dosage based on weight, age of child. * I have used a combination of the following herbs with significant success (according to parents and teachers): Chinese zizyphus, chamomile, lemon balm, catnip, hawthorn berry, and gotu kola flavored with cinnamon, anise, and a touch of cloves. Usually this is prepared as a glycerite extract (approx. 1:3-1:5 concentration). 20 drops 2-3 daily. I alternate this with Hawthorn berry syrup, 1 tsp 2 x daily. * Exercise is a must for ADHD. In Germany, Chamomile tea, and small doses of valerian root are utilized. I think it is important to note that ADD and ADHD is one of the most frequently diagnosed conditions in children, and that is rising dramatically, much to the concern of many practitioners who feel that the diagnosis is handed out much too casually. I believe the makers of Ritalin have done an excellent job of marketing. There have been a series of articles (and a few books) I have seen over the past number of years on the need to provide a "proper diagnosis" of these children rather than labeling them as 'bad". Teachers have become the prime target for providing the initial grounds for diagnosis. Oftentimes, a child will be diagnosed in kindergarten or early grade school and not adequately reassessed for a number of years. The inherent problem in both of these is obvious. I also do not believe the diagnosis should be made until all lifestyle protocols (including supplementation, diet, exercise, etc.) have been attempted and failed. I am of the firm belief, from many of the parents that I have seen, that it is often the parents that primarily require the help, the children secondarily. This is especially true of ADHD. Relative to the energy levels of the majority of exhausted, "burned-out at the end of the work day" parents, the majority of children are "hyperactive". We try to force them to be little adults before they have developed the coping mechanisms or social skills we design to stifle their natural impulses. We expect them to sit still when they have boundless physical energy. We ask (tell) them to pay attention to educational materials that mean little to them. This is an indictment of our education system as well. Also, the typical American child is raised on nutritionless foods, challenged with numerous stresses, and spends an average of six hours a day in front of the television, when they should be expending the physical energy. While I believe that medicating, especially with amphetamines, is beneficial for some, by-and-large, it should be a last resort. I hope this is of some help. ========== END --- * Origin: 61 deg. 25' N / 149 deg. 40' W (1:17/75) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 257 ALTERN. MEDICINE Ref: EEV00012Date: 10/25/97 From: DIA SPRIGGS Time: 01:39pm \/To: HARRIET LEVY (Read 1 times) Subj: Re: Alternative Medicine > Medicine. That there's so much professional detachment, > that there's no > room left for the healing power of love. I think the problem here is that you might be using YOUR energy instead of bringing it in if you feel that much compassion for this person which will do neither of you any good. Compassion, love is great..very powerful but directed healing energy doesn't come FROM us internally. If you can stay detached to that point where you allow the energy to go THRU you and just direct it you'll be fine. If your concern and compassion interrupt that flow where you as putting YOUR energy into it, you're both in trouble... --- D'Bridge 1.30/002111 * Origin: THE SOURCE BBS Miami, Fla 305-624-2190 135/68 (1:135/68) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 257 ALTERN. MEDICINE Ref: EEV00013Date: 10/24/97 From: DIA SPRIGGS Time: 11:18pm \/To: ALL (Read 1 times) Subj: juicing Would be interested in knowing any combinations for juicing. Especially those that have been used personally....what they were for..what they did or didn't do etc. Thanks --- D'Bridge 1.30/002111 * Origin: THE SOURCE BBS Miami, Fla 305-624-2190 135/68 (1:135/68) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 257 ALTERN. MEDICINE Ref: EEV00014Date: 10/25/97 From: DAVID WILSON Time: 11:41am \/To: SHARON MCCORMICK (Read 1 times) Subj: Saw Palmetto SM>Then this is not necessarily primarily a "male" herb? It is generally conceded to be so because of its efficacy in contolling BPH. Its function is to slow down the chemical conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone, a natural process beginning later in life. The latter is the culprit in causing enlargement. I read just about everything there is on the subject and have not seen any references to hyperthyroidism control. Perhaps Mr. V. can post some references. SM>done a biopsy and it was negative. I wondered if I should start "pushing" it on my husband. If your husband shows even mild symptoms, then by all means do some further reading and discuss the therapy with him. Also be sure he notifies his family doctor. You can practically guarantee him noticable relief within days! I am 72 and have been taking a "maintenance" dosage of 800 mg 4:1 extract daily for about six years. When I began, the symptoms were VERY severe. Today I am symptom-free. An annual digital exam and PSA analysis are also a "must" after the onset of BPH symptoms. --- InterEcho 1.18 * Origin: IC_STARS BBS * Madawaska,ME USA* 207-728-6427 (1:326/438) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 257 ALTERN. MEDICINE Ref: EEW00000Date: 10/26/97 From: SHARON MCCORMICK Time: 10:09am \/To: LEAH ROZHON (Read 1 times) Subj: Green Tea LR> I was just reading that green tea with the antioxidant "epigallocatechin LR> gallate" is 100 times more effective than vitamin C and 25 times more LR> effective than vitamin E. Does anyone know more about Green Tea?? Is LR> any brand ok, like Lipton or Bigelow?? This is new to me. I can't help you on which would be ok in brand names...I bought a box of the Lipton, and it tastes good (g) --- GAPNet Enhanced * Origin: QUACKERS BBS - Cleveland, Ohio (1:157/443.0) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 257 ALTERN. MEDICINE Ref: EEW00001Date: 10/26/97 From: GEORGE LAGERGREN Time: 09:56pm \/To: DAVID WILSON (Read 1 times) Subj: Re: Saw Palmetto -=> Quoting David Wilson to Sharon Mccormick <=- SM>Then this is not necessarily primarily a "male" herb? DW> It is generally conceded to be so because of its efficacy in DW> contolling BPH. Its function is to slow down the chemical conversion DW> of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone, a natural process beginning DW> later in life. The latter is the culprit in causing enlargement. DW> noticable relief within days! I am 72 and have been taking a DW> "maintenance" dosage of 800 mg 4:1 extract daily for about six years. DW> When I began, the symptoms were VERY severe. Today I am symptom-free. David, could you explain further what the 4:1 extract means? Thanks. George. ... "Scotty, beam me up another Blue Wave message." ___ Blue Wave/386 v2.30 [NR] --- Amie v0.98 * Origin: The Edge BBS * Severn, MD * (410)551-2586 (1:261/1454) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 257 ALTERN. MEDICINE Ref: EEX00000Date: 10/26/97 From: MARY-ANNE WISE Time: 09:11pm \/To: DIA SPRIGGS (Read 1 times) Subj: Re: Expiration Warning Monday October 13 1997 22:53, Dia Spriggs wrote to Mary-Anne Wise: >> Healing Touch, an expansion on Therapeutic Touch and have >> been amazed at the results.. it's helping me stay healthy DS> DS> That's really great. I'm sure you'll enjoy it. It opens up new DS> horizons, new ways of looking at things and you'll be seeing and DS> hearing and feeling things that you didn't know existed. big time... I'm amazed at the increase in my sensitivity to things.. although sometimes I regret it.. Occasionally you run into people with big problems and the effect on a sensitive person can be... uncomfortable.. Mary-Anne mwise@imag.net ... The secret of the universe is~~*#~** FF * NO CARRIER --- GoldED/2 v2.50 B1016 The Eclectic Lab * Origin: Eclectic Lab-The Holistic Lifestyle Board [604]524-9046 1:153/831) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 257 ALTERN. MEDICINE Ref: EEX00001Date: 10/26/97 From: MARY-ANNE WISE Time: 09:13pm \/To: BARBARA BUCKANTZ (Read 1 times) Subj: Re: Muscles Thursday October 16 1997 01:39, Barbara Buckantz wrote to Mary-anne Wise: MW> BB>> They are proper warmups, cool-downs, and most important, MW> BB>> stopping any exercise *immediately* if feeling uncomfortable MW> BB>> (out of breath, pain, etc.). MW>> MW>> and don't forget the all important... ***stretching*** ;-) BB> BB> Of course, I know that. I sort of lump them into the warmup and BB> cooldown parts. :-) some don't though.. :) BB> I have cable TV. And Family Channel carries some FIT TV programs in BB> the mornings. My cable company doesn't carry the FIT TV network, or BB> else I could get fitness programs all day long. I find out lots of BB> good information on exercising and healthy food tips, not just BB> exercise programs. I don't own a TV anymore.. too much crap on it.. Mary-Anne mwise@imag.net ... Every politician has a price, some hold bargain sales. --- GoldED/2 v2.50 B1016 The Eclectic Lab * Origin: Eclectic Lab-The Holistic Lifestyle Board [604]524-9046 1:153/831) --------------- FIDO MESSAGE AREA==> TOPIC: 257 ALTERN. MEDICINE Ref: EEX00002Date: 10/26/97 From: SUE ALEXANDER Time: 02:50pm \/To: HARRIET LEVY (Read 1 times) Subj: Alternative Medicine Harriet Levy wrote in a message to All: HL> What I've started wondering about is maybe that's what's wrong with HL> Western Medicine. That there's so much professional detachment, HL> that there's no room left for the healing power of love. I have found that there are a couple of factors involved with finding a "good" doctor. The most basic factor is whether or not this person seems to care about what happens to you as a person...which can be directly related to what you are saying here. However, there are also other factors involved, such as really listening to what is going wrong or right, giving the benefit of the doubt when someone says "this is wrong" or "this is working" even though it does not follow with "the way things should be", and being confident enough to say "this does not follow the textbook, but I think it could be _______, so I am going to check it out further". The biggest problem I see with new doctors (I work in a hospital) is that they rely way too much on numbers and test results when the answer could be staring them in the face. Perhaps it is too much detachment, perhaps it is the fact that logic and caring on this level cannot be taught to everyone, perhaps it is the teaching process itself (which is one thing I strongly suspect). I don't know. Unfortunately, caring too much can be as much of a trap as caring too little. The biggest problem in caring too much is that all care eventually comes to a point where nothing more can be done. If a practitioner goes through these kinds of losses every day or every week with people they have come to love, the practitioner burns out emotionally and can be damaged. Perhaps a balance point needs to be found... HL> I guess what the question comes down to is, am I a Health Care HL> Professional, which is what my license says, or am I a Healer? I HL> certainly prefer the latter, but as I said, I'm having trouble HL> reconciling that with my "training". I think the answer to your question is "yes". You are (presumably) a professional in your chosen field of health care, so you are a "Health Care Professional". However, it is your job to heal people when possible, so you are a healer. Being professional does not necessarily mean giving up the caring aspect of your work, but it does require responsible actions towards your patients and yourself. Good luck... Sue ... "But we decide which is right & which is an illusion." -- Moody Blues --- timEd/386 1.10 * Origin: Transylvanian Tap (1:121/45.23)