LETS TALK ABOUT HERBS FOR PETS

 Our pets are like family, and we usually treat them the same way.  There are some traditionally medicine, we take that  our pets can take as well.  Here we have a few herbs that are good for humans and pets.  Valerian root is native to Europe , and aids dog and cats that are anxious to loud noise, it aids nervous tensions, and help with sleeping.  Skull Cap  aid in nervousness,  jitteriness, and muscle twitching, when your pet is sensitive to loud noise,  it helps them to calm down.  These two herbs has given some great improvement on pets health.  As I always say seek a herbalist or healthcare provider/veterinarian and do some research on your own to give your pet the help it needs.  If you have any questions contact me.  

DEVIL CLAWS AND ITS MANY HEALTH BENEFITS

Devil claws were introduced to Europe in the early 1900, where the dried root has been used to restore appetite.  Devils' claws aids in heartburn and reduce pain and inflammation.  Today, devil claws are used widely in German and France.  Devils Claws aids inflammation, relieve arthritis pain, headaches, and lower back pain.  Research studies show that devils claws are used for 8-12 weeks can reduce pain and improve physical function in people with osteoarthritis.  Devil claws other uses are to aid stomach aches, allergies, and it is also used to treat boils.  This is a great herb to have around if you have any of these symptoms.  Before you begin any herbal regimen, seek a herbalist or healthcare provider, and do your own research.  If you need our help contact us.    

NEW UPDATE FOR BLOG INCLUDING SHOPPING FOR HERBAL MEDICINE

We have reduce the amount of herbal medicine that is in our shop.  We are listing the herbal medicine that is sold the most,  in our blog,  and you can contact the shop owner for prices and other information.  Our service is cater to our customers,  and their needs,  so we don't feel that we should pay to have a website only to sale herbal medicine.   The way we sale herbal medicine today is over the phone speaking directly to our customers  to make sure they get what is needed, especially the information that is needed.   We offer personalized services, and free consultation.  Contact us by phone or email for your herbal medicine or herbal knowledge. Thank You

The Health Benefits of Baddlewrack

 

Bladdewrack is a type of seaweed that tied to traditional medicine,  also know as rockweed.  This weed grows along Altanta and Pacific Ocean.   For centuries bladdlewarack have been consumed  because of its rich in vitimain, and minerals,  such as calcium, idoline,  mangensim, potassium,  sodium, zinc, and other vitimian A and c.   Bladderwrack is great for constipation and aid in dirherea,  it helps keep us regular.  Bladderwrack is used to aid Thryoid function,  has an anti inflamatory  effect,  it is also great for the skin,  such as celliute, skin aging and burns.  This is also a great healer of wounds,  it one of the fastest healer of wounds than any other herb.   This is a great herb to get to know .Shaw Herbal Medicine

Getting Ready For The Holiday Tips

The holiday is approaching fast,  although, our holidays are not normal yet,  we can still get prepared.  Black Friday will be early this year,  and we will start our sale on November 20th through 27th,   We do know that most shopping will be done online this year,  more so than last year,  because of the pandemic.  One sure way to make sure you get your products in time is to start shopping early.    Two,  get in while the sales are going to save money,  and three watch for shipping fees.   A lot of online stores will offer free shipping during this time of year, more saving.    For custom products like wigs, topper, and even candles should be done at least two weeks in advance,  so contact customer service to get the things you want,  the way you want them.     We are going to light up the season with 20% off.   

      SHOP  for herbal medicine,  wigs, toppers, candles and more at www.shawherbalmedicine.com 

LEARN HOW TO LOVE YOUR LIVER THE NATURAL WAY

The liver is the largest solid organ in the body.  It can affected by our poor diet and life style.  The liver  is responsible for filtering blood from toxins and converts wasted product from metabolic functions into urea to be eliminated  by urine.  The liver also filter out toxins from the blood stream and synthesizes gluathane , the master antioxidant that helps recycle other spent antioxidants, and it also balance blood sugar that creates blood cells.    We ask,  so why don't people learn to love their liver?   Here are some herbs that will help benefit the liver regardless of it's condition.
(1) Milk Thristle - is highly recommended  for all liver ailments and or protecting a normal liver from daily toxins.   (2)  Dandelion - is another herb safe for the liver,  and with Milk Thristle it's a prefect combination  (3)  Burdock root- purify blood    (4)  Artichoke - is a herb that also assist bile production  and flow.  It help prevent gallstones and can curb jaundice. (5) Turmeric - this is the most clinically  tested,  written about herb for the liver and any and all inflammation.   Lets love our liver, so our liver can love us.

What Your Feet Is Telling You About Your Health

I am back with a vengeance lol,  and I want to talk to you about your feet and health.  We as a whole do not think about what our feet are telling us about our health.  I know personally before becoming a herbalist,  I didn't think much about natural products or alternative medicine,  nor what my feet was saying about my health.   The truth is there are signs from all parts of our body to let us know when something is wrong,  but now we are only discussing the feet.  The feet is an amazing tool to tell us what is going  on with our health.   Here are some of the things that show some concerns that we should take notice of    (1) when the  skin around your heel or the ball of your foot become dry or cracked or flaky,  this  could be a sign of thyroid problem (2)  when the hair on your toe show that you are loosing hair,  this could be  related to poor blood flow,  and I am sure most people don't notice this.   (3)  The tingle in your feet can be related to nerve damage,  and this is most noticeable.  (4)   The numbness of your feet could be related to type 2 diabetes (5)  The black spots or line under the nail could be  related to melanoma,  especially if you didn't injure your nail.  It also could be nail fungus  infection (6)  the morning foot pain could be a sign of rheumatoid (IRA) .  There are other signs but these are some of the basic signs that you should take notice of,  and get help before it starts.  There are alternative medicine to help you,  do seek an professional herbalist or healthcare professional.   When you notice a sign or a symptom,  then you have time to react.   I hope this will help you,  and answer some of the questions about your feet.  You may have notice and was wondering  about this,  so this is your starting point of understanding your feet and health.  

Lets Talk About Hypertension also known as High Blood Pressure

Hypertension or high blood pressure  is dangerous because it leads to heart attack,  heart failure, and kidney disease.  Hypertension  is to lower blood pressure, and protect other organs such as the brain, heart, and kidney from damage.  Hypertension treatment  also reduces  stroke.  High blood pressure  is now  classified in ages such as under 60 it's 140 /90  and over 60 it's 150/90.  The best way to prevent or reduce high blood pressure is make life style changes, with diet and exercise.  Medication is recommended for blood pressure over 140/90 in people under 60 and for people older 150/90.  There are several traditional medicine that is used for high blood pressure,  however,  there are several herbal medicine that can treat high blood pressure as well.   You need to be diligent in your search to get help for high blood pressure by knowing all of your options.  If you suspect you have high blood pressure seek an healthcare provider.   Here are some systems if you suspect you have high blood pressure,  increase thirst,  increase urination,  weight loss, fatigue, and increase appetite.  Here are some symptom for moderate to sever high blood pressure are blurred vision, extremely thirsty, lightheadness, and flash heat dry skin.   There are so much information on high blood pressure that this is just a sample of information.    The bottom line is not to let it go,  get the help you need and arm yourself with information.

  

THE AMAZING LAVENDER FOOT SOAK FOR ALTLETE FEET

This organic lavender foot soak is amazing for athlete feet, and people with foot order.  This foot soak has been used with numerous people in regards to foot fungus and other.  This foot soak can be customize with your favorite scent as well.  If you do have foot fungus, it will be scented with tea tree oil to help get rid of the fungus.   This soak can actually be used in bathes as well.   The foot soak is made with Epsom salt with a lot of healing properties,  then add in lavender oil, and a fragrant oil to give it that great scent,  you can also make it visually nice by adding mica..   When you are soaking your feet,  you can also stimulate your senses,  while enjoying the foot soak.  The oils that are added in the soak will help with dry heals and eliminate the dry itching of the feet,  so enjoy this amazing foot soak.     

 

GET NATURAL HELP WITH DEPRESSION

Depression come from many sources, and the treatment of depression usually determine the outcome  of this  disease.   There are just as many opinion for treating depression as it is for the reasons we have depression.   Depression is a serious matter that need serious attention.   The best to treat depression is naturally through diet, exercise and some herbal supplements.   Here are some herbs that can help with depression:  (1)  St John Wart  reduces anxiety, and calm the mood, it also help with inflammation  (2)  Gingko is great for circulation, including blood allow to the brain,  to help you focus, and help with memory.   The treatment for depression could include Chamomile, and Lavender for relaxation to help you get the proper sleep.  The proper amount of sleep is important for any treatment to become healthy and whole again.  Remember before going on any herbal regimen consult a healthcare provider or a certified herbalist.

 

THE HEALTH BENEFIT OF EPSOM SALT

Epsom is not a salt, it is actually occurring pure mineral compound of mannerism and sulfate.  Epsom is a known remedy for a number of ailments, it has numerous health and beauty, household and gardening uses.   The wonder of Epsom has been know for hundreds  of years, and unlike others, Epsom salt has beneficial properties that soothes the mind,   With all of the health benefits of Epsom salt,  add a drop of your favorite scent,  and enjoy the relaxation.   Epsom salt heals the whole body,  so we all can benefits from it.

The many benefits are:

1.  Ease stress and bring about relaxation
2.  Help muscle and nerve function properly
3.  Help prevent hardening of the arteries and blood clot
4.  Make insulin more effective
5.  Help relieve muscle pain and cramps
6.  Help relieve constipation
7.  Eliminate toxic from your body

This is a wonderful treatment for our bodies,  and for foot treatment use 1/2 cup of Epsom salt, and don't forget your favorite scent.

HERBAL MEDICINE FOR JOINT SUPPORT

As we age, we are going to have joint pain, even at some early age, because the lyalin cartilage or articular cartilage that cushion the joint where the ends of the bones come together  begins to break down faster than the body can regenerate it.  An herbal combination that has been traditionally used for pain and inflammation in connective tissues by enhancing the body's detoxifying and digestive function are also for joint support.   Some herbs that can be used are Alfalfa, Horsetail, Catnip, Black Cohosh,  White Willow Bark, and Burdock Root.

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT RINING IN THE EARS

A riming, swishing or other noise in the ear or head when no external sounds is present.  It's more of a nuisance than a serious problem.  In rare cases it can be a sign of an underlying medical condition that needs attention.  About 10 percent has experience this ringing called Tinnitus.   I have it myself, and it's not everyday,  but it happens.  Most people are unaware of the normal noises the body makes and the environment  mask them,  such as the back ground noise of everyday.  What causes Tinnitus?
Here are a few things,  fluid, infection, loud noises or diseases of the middle eardrum,  damages to the microscopic ending of the ending of the inner ear.  There can be rare cases where there is a serious medical problem,  such as brain acoustic nerve tumor.  Treatment for tinnitus depends on the underlying cause,  because there is not cure.  Tinnitus can also disappear on its own, or you may need medication.  I use gingko which is a herbal medicine.   There are some things you can do to prevent
it such as avoiding caffeine, salt, using Quips in the ear,  because it could push ear wax into the eardrum which will make a impact and cause tinnitus,  avoid or drink alcohol moderately, and eat  a healthy diet.  Here are some herbal  medicine that can help,  gingko, goldenseal, and blue cohosh. Before you begin your herbal regimen,  seek a herbalist or healthcare provider.

        

HEALTH BENEFITS OF ALMOND OIL

I want to first say that almond oil is one of my favorite oils.  Almond has  a massive amount of nutrients. Almond is the edible seed that grows on the almond trees, it's native to the Middle East and United States.  Almonds are also loaded with antioxidant.   The antioxidant help to protect us against oxidation stress,   which can damage molecules in cells and contributes to aging and diseases like cancer.   Almonds are high in vitamin E, which is great for our hair and nails, and skin.  Several studies have linked higher vitamin E intake with lower rate of heart diseases.  Almond also assist in blood sugar control.  The nuts are low in crabs, but high in healthy fats, protein and fiber, a prefect choice for diabetes.  The magnum also benefits blood pressure levels.  The magnesium in the almond help lower blood pressure.   Almonds can also lower cholesterol levels and prevent harmful oxidation of LDL cholesterol.  Almond actually do more than lower LDLin the blood, they protect the LDL from oxidation which is a  critical step in heart diseases.  We just can't say enough  about almond because eating almonds when hunger lower your overall calories intake,  and will help you to lose weight.  In 1 once of almond you will find fiber 3.5 grams- protein 6 grams- fat 14 grams - vitamin  E 37%  of the RDA -magnesium 30% of the RDA all in 1 ounce,  which is a handful.  I love almonds.

AFFILIATE OF MOUNTAIN ROSE HERBS

We are excited to be affiliated with Mountain Rose Herbs,  it allows us to provide our clients with the herbs they need.  We know that when we tell our clients that these are certified organic,  we are a 100% accurate.  Through our affiliation with Mountain Rose Herbs,  we allow our clients to click our links which will take them straight to Mountain Herbs to purchase the herbs they need for their health.  We recommend that before you go on to herbal medicine you seek the assistant of a herbalist or health care provider.   Always check on the interaction of medicine before taking herbal medicine as well.

We look forward to continuing to serve you go to our website click on the Mountain Rose Herbs logo.  You can also click on the logos on our blog,  be safe live well.

LEARNING ABOUT THE MALE LIBIDO

Problems with the libido, and erectile function can be caused by stress, illness, and medication.  There are 4 category in which this symptoms will fall under medical, physical, physiological, and social.  An herbal supplement can improve libido for better sexual performance.  Herbs are potent medications.  Ginseng is often used in the West to improve energy levels.  In traditional Easter medicine, it;s purported to enhance  sex drive and function.  There are herbal medicine that are used today on a regular basic as botanical such Maca, Honey Goat Weed , and Saw Palmetto,  these  formula will make the  male healthy inside restoring health and vitality.   The four category that are noted,  Gingko bibola is noted for it's brain function.  Here are some symptoms to look for  (1) Not touching but only in the bedroom (2) Not looking forward to it (3) One is the initiator and the other person feel pressure (4) Not feeling a connection (5) Have not had sex in two months.  Look for these sign and seek a health care provider or herbalist that can help you find your way.  Look at our video and tell us what you think.

   

LEARNING HOW TO TREAT PSORIASIS NATURALLY

Psoriasis is one of the most baffling and persistent of skin disorder disease.  Skin  cell that multiply up to 10 times faster than normal.  As underlying cells reach the skin surface and dies.  They cause red plaques cover with white scales.   Psoriasis  typically occur in the knees, elbow, and  in the scalp.  They also effect the soles of the feet and torso.  People who suffers psoriasis know the uncomfortable
feeling, and at time disfiguring skin disease which also can be difficult to treat.   The condition comes and go in cycle of remission  and up and over for a life time.   There are no cures as of yet for this disease.  There are herbs that can be used as supplement to aid in this disease and herbs to put directly on the effective area which can make your skin smooth.  The herbal supplement can help with the inside of our body fighting to contain the disease.  Herbs that are used to help are:  Argon Oil, Birch Bark Leaf, Burdock Root, Chamomile. Comfrey, Golden seal,  Gotu Kola,  Witch Hazel, Kukui Nut Oil, Shea Nut Butter, Oats, Evening Promise Oil, and  Neem Oil,   These are great herbs with a lot of healing power.   Learn about alternative medicine.  We have a soap with theses herbs that are great to use  when you have these flare up.  I hope this information will help you live a better life.

   

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL WITH LOVE

I want to thank everyone for putting up with me in 2014 reading my blogs. I really appreciate it, and I hope to do better this year with more information on living a wellness life.  I also invite you to check out the herbal shop,  which is not completed yet,  but you can browse around at http://mdesignersinc.wix.com/shawherbalgarden2  to see where we are headed with the shop.  I also
started a meet up for us this year to actually have a conversation about the things that matter to us to live a better life, go to http://www.meetup.com/the-herbalist-health-care-and-beauty-club  so with much love,  I wish you a Merry Christmas and a happy and safe year.  Thanks again.

HERBS TO HELP COLORECTAL COLON CANCER ( Reishi Mushroom )

Reishi has been used in traditional Chinese medicine  for more than 4.000 years treating fatigue , asthma,  and to promote longevity.   The Chinese name lingzhil mean herb of spiritual  potency.   Cultivation began in 1980 of reishi, and a survey in Hong Kong found Gilucidum to be the most common  herbal  preparation taken by preoperative  surgical patients.  The resihi mushroom is high in polysaccharide content with at least 36 different compounds identified,  including beta-d-glucin. 
The triterpene constituents have also been analyzed.  Triterpene antioxidant , including ganoderic acids  A B C and D.  The ganoderol acid  A-B lucidenic acid have been found in reishi.   A peptidoglycan from reishi contained approximately 7% protein and 70% carbohydrate, certain enzymes such as mineral and calcium, magnesium, and potassium  has  been reported.  Coumadin's ergsterol and cerevisterol are also components  of reishi.  Clinical traits have  been conducted  with patients with advance cancer.  Ganopody in dose 5.4 g daily (equivalent to 81 g of the furling body for 12 weeks were used, it increase cellular immunity indices were reported 80% improved, and 65% quality of life was improved from another trail.  Reishi are used for cancer,  cardiovascular, diabetes, hepatitis, and rheumatoid arthritis.  Dosing recommended 5.4g daily.   This is just some of the information on resihi mushroom.   I discover so much information on this subject,  and I had to share some of it with you.  I am also a reishi user that have benefit from this mushroom.

     

HOW TO IMPROVE MEMORY WITH HERBS

Herb are an ancient civilization to help heal illness, and disease before modern science and modern research and medical  research.
Herbs are a natural health benefit for wellness.  The brain and mental cognition and memory are areas where herbal medicine is explored.    Here are some herbs and steps to help improve your memory.  (1).  Gingko is good to use for age due to memory loss.  You can drink a cup like tea or take it as a capsule once or twice a day.  (2)  Bocopa Monnleri, this herb stimulate the production of GABA in your brain, which is a neurotransmitter that also decrease your blood pressure and calm you down.  (3) Drink tea with ginseng to increase your mental function and memory.  Studies have demonstrated that ginseng improves mental ability as well as mental function.  (5)  Rosemary is a herb with lots of camosic acid which is not only an antioxidant but also goes directly  to your cerebral vascular tissue to dilate them and improve your memory.  You can sprinkle rosemary on food.  Studies have proven rosemary to be useful in sharpening the memory just by smelling it,  and it's easy to grow.  There are two other herbs that can be used in capsule such as gota kola and dragoon blood.    As always I say check with a certified herbalist or a health care provider.