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Presented By CJ PickeringLive Your Best Life

The Wild World of Herbal Medicine:Characteristics and Common Usages of Herbs Found Around the WorldSlide2

AgendaWhat is herbal medicine?How does herbal medicine work?

Why should you know about herbs?Discuss various types of herbs and their common uses.Slide3

What is Herbal Medicine?Sometimes called ‘Herbalism’ or ‘Botanical Medicine’Refers to the use of herbs for therapeutic or medicinal purposesHerbalists use leaves, flowers, stems, and various parts of plants to treat an illness or disease

The oldest form of healthcare known to manMany drugs used today originated from herbsAbout 25% of prescription drugs sold in the United States contain at least one active ingredient derived from plantsPlants used for medicine is older than recorded historySlide4

How Does Herbal Medicine Work?Whole herbsHarmonious approach transfers to patient

Herbs harvested are used in several different formsSlide5

Why You Should Know About Herbal MedicineOver the years, the trends are beginning to reverse, where more and more people are seeking out CAM practitioners. This is indicated in the graphs.

It is also more cost-effective than other traditional treatment options.Slide6

Herbs Around the Globe - TCMOver 100,000 medicinal recipes recorded throughout ancient literaturePlant parts and extracts are the most common elements used

Four Natures-TCM uses hot and warm herbs to treat cold diseases and cool and cold herbs to treat hot diseases Slide7

Common Herbs and Uses - TCMEphedra - stimulant herb used to treat asthmaLicorice - helps treat hepatitis, sore throat, muscle spasmsGinger - commonly used to treat nauseaRhubarb – used as a strong laxative

Rehmannia – used for anemia, constipation, and dizzinessCinnamon – used to reduce glucose and LDL cholesterolBupleurum- used to treat liver diseases, skin ailments, arthritis, ulcers, and mental disorders

Astragalus

– used to treat immune deficiencies and allergiesSlide8

Herbs Around the Globe – Native American Medicine

Native Americans use many different herbal remedies to treat and cure their illnesses and diseasesMade good use of their surroundings-never let any plant or animal parts go unused Had various spiritual practices they would use while they harvested herbs for medicinal purposesUse various herbal remedies to detoxify the body and cleanse the spiritSlide9

Common Herbs and Uses – Native American MedicineSkunk Cabbage – helps to treat asthma

Mullein – smoked the dried leaves to relieve asthmaCreosote Bush – helps to treat bronchitis and other respiratory problemsPleuris Root - used to treat pneumonia and remove phlegm Yellow-

Spined

Thistle – used to treat burns and skin sores

Partridge Berry – used as a tea taken regularly prior to the expected date of delivery, used to speed child birth

Buckwheat – used to stop hemorrhaging

Wild Black Cherry – used to relieve pain of childbirth Slide10

Herbs Around the Globe – Ancient Egyptian Medicine

Magic and religion were considered a vital component of everyday lifeEvil demons were thought to be the culprits of many ailmentsUsed simple recipes to formulate medications commonly added to food in the form of spices and liquids Slide11

Common Herbs and Uses – Ancient Egyptian MedicineOnion – was worshipped by the ancient Egyptians, believed that the shape symbolized eternal life, used to treat heart disease, inhibit strokes, lower cholesterol

Castor Oil – found in the tombs of ancient Egyptians dating back to 4000 BC, doctors used oil to protect against eye diseases -particularly to help with irritation and drynessSlide12

Common Herbs and Uses – Ancient Egyptian Medicine Continued

Garlic

Henna

CorianderSlide13

Herbs Around the Globe – India (Ayurveda)Hygienic living is an integral part of the Indian culture and practice of Ayurvedic medicine (for example: bathing, cleaning of teeth, skin and eyes, etc.) A main focal point of their medical system is using plant-based medicines to treat and cure injuries, illnesses, and diseasesSlide14

Common Herbs and Uses – India (Ayurvedic)

Ashoka- small evergreen tree from India, it is brewed into a tonic and used to stop uterine bleeding and maintain proper function of female reproductive system.Bitter Melon- used to regulate the bodies ability to process sugarSlide15

Common Herbs and Uses – India (Ayurvedic) Continued

Brahmi

ChitrakSlide16

Common Herbs and Uses – India (Ayurvedic) ContinuedArjuna- mostly used in tonic form to treat cardiac conditions and also supports circulation and oxygenation of all tissuesSlide17

Herbs Around the Globe – South AmericaDuring ancient times more than 1200 plants were harvested from the jungles of Central and South America and concocted into teas, tinctures, baths, and plastersThese herbal remedies were the primary means of taking care of people afflicted with illness, injury, and disease.Slide18

Common Herbs and Uses – South America

Yerba Mate- herb found in South American rainforests. Known fro its stimulant effects. It is used to treat hay fever, asthma, improve digestion and combat fatigueCat’s Claw- used to enhance the immune system. Slide19

Common Herbs and Uses – South America

Boldo

Passion Flower

Lapacho

SumaSlide20

In Summary…People from all regions of the globe have been using herbal remedies to treat their sick for thousands of years.Some of these herbs are still used to today.Many of the herbs have been studied extensively with sufficient evidence to support the health claims. However, more research still needed for some.

If you are thinking about incorporating herbal medicine into your overall treatment plan, please do your research and consult with your primary care physician before you begin.Theses are exciting times to be alive we are now living in an age where we can combine the knowledge of the past with science of the present to make a healthier future.Slide21

References:http://www.rain-tree.com/article4.htmhttp://nccam.nih.gov/health/whatiscam/chinesemed.htm

http://www.native-american-online.org/native-american-medicine.htmlhttp://www.indiana.edu/~ancmed/egypt.HTM

http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/ayurveda-000348.htm

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