Moringa
USES/BENEFITS
Can assist with the following:
- Reduces weight gain
- Antioxidant which protects cells from damage
- Helps to lower cholesterol and blood pressure
- Prevents inflammation
- Helps the body convert fats into energy
- Reduces fatigue and improves energy levels
APPLICATION/DOSAGE:
1-2 Capsules per day or as recommended by your health care practitioner
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
- Alkaloids in the plant may lower blood pressure and slow heart rate
- Moringa bark can cause uterine contractions
Burdock
USES/BENEFITS
Can assist with the following:
- Increases urine flow
- Kills germs
- Reduces fever
- “Purifies” the blood
- Treats colds
- Treats Cancer, Anorexia and Nervosa
- Joint pain (Rheumatism and Gout)
- Bladder infections
- Skin conditions including Acne and Psoriasis
APPLICATION/DOSAGE:
1-2 Capsules per day or as recommended by your health care practitioner
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
- Burdock might slow blood clotting
- May cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae/Compositae family
- Diabetes: Some evidence suggests that taking Burdock might lower blood sugar levels
Ashwagandha
USES/BENEFITS
Can assist with the following:
- Reduces anxiety and stress
- Helps fight depression
- Boosts fertility and testosterone in men
- Boosts brain function
APPLICATION/DOSAGE:
1-2 Capsules per day or as recommended by your health care practitioner
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
Not to be taken in conjunction with antidepressants and anti-psychotics
- Headache
- Sleepiness
- Upset stomach
Essential Oils
We would suggest the following:
- Lavender Essential Oil
- Eucalyptus Essential Oil
- Frankincense Essential Oil
Massage – Buy a base oil: coconut, sweet almond, grape seed for example. If you have 20ml of base oil, add half the amount of Essential Oil drops. In this case, you will add 6 drops of Lavender, 2 drops of Frankincense and 2 drops of Eucalyptus. Apply the mixture over the body, especially over chest and shoulders or necessary areas, as required. Especially effective after a bath.
Bath – Your skin is the most absorbent part of the body. The heat of the bath assists in the absorption. There are 2 ways to do this:
- Diffusing 5 drops (maximum) of Essential Oil into a teaspoon of milk. Or a cup, if you would like more of a Cleopatra style bath. Use 3 drops of Lavender, 1 drop of Frankincense and 1 drop of Eucalyptus. Add Epsom salts.
- Or simply add 5ml of your massage blend.
Close all windows. Soak for 15-20 minutes minimum. Avoid splashing in the eyes.
** A patch test is required – 1 drop of aromatherapy oil to 4 drops of base oil. Apply a coin size amount to a patch of skin on the inner arm **
If sensitivity occurs, apply more base oil to soothe the area. Possibly avoid use for a further 10 days. If you wish to continue, dilute to ¼ of the original amount and test on a small area of skin. If there is no further reaction, continue with that dosage.
** Oils are for external use only and must be blended with a carrier oil. Always avoid the eyes, ears and nose **
** Eucalyptus – Avoid during pregnancy/lactation, epilepsy, on homeopathic remedies. Avoid use for children under 1 and with caution up to the age of 8 **
** Lavender is the safest of oils, if on a rare occasion you react, apply more base oil to the skin to soothe it and dilute the massage blend with more base oil **
** Frankincense – Avoid use during pregnancy/lactating, if any bleeding disorders or on anticoagulants. Avoid with children below 5 and caution below 8 **
