37601
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Common Name
Bladderwrack, Kelp
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Botanical Name
Fucus vesiculosus
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Part Used
Thallus
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Clinical Summary
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Alcohol
30%
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Dose
30 to 90mL weekly
Bladderwrack helps to regulate the function of the thyroid gland and has been traditionally used for the treatment of low thyroid function and obesity associated with hypothyroidism. It contains iodine which may be responsible for stimulating production of thyroxine and an increase in basal metabolism.
Main Product Attributes
A guide to Bladderwrack and its properties
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Traditional Use
Bladderwrack is a brown algae (seaweed) species that has been used since ancient times by the coastal communities of Britain, Asia and other countries.
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Actions
Thyroid restorative, metabolic stimulant, demulcent, nutritive, antiobesity, antirheumatic
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Indications
• Supports healthy thyroid function, goitre, obesity associated with hypothyroidism
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Energetics
Cold 1st degree, moist
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Use in Pregnancy
Contraindicated in hyperthyroidism and related cardiac problems. Caution needs to be taken with long term use, if taken in excess quantities, and in cases of hypothyroidism not caused by iodine deficiency.
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Contraindications & Cautions
Due to the presence of iodine high, or prolonged, doses should be avoided during pregnancy and lactation.
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Drug Interactions
Caution is advised with thyroid medication and lithium.
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Dietary Information
Vegan friendly. Gluten and dairy free
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Substitutes
Coleus, Withania
37701
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Common Name
Californian Poppy
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Botanical Name
Eschscholzia californica
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Part Used
Herb
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Clinical Summary
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Alcohol
45%
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Dose
10 to 40mL weekly
Californian poppy works especially well for pain associated with the nervous system such as sciatica pain, nervous tension headaches and chronic pain, especially when the pain can be described as hot and throbbing. It is calming, soothing and restoring to the nervous system, especially for overstimulated kids, and relieves anxiety. It works well in sleep onset insomnia caused by busy thoughts or sleep maintenance insomnia when people cannot go back to sleep. It also helps bring down fevers.
Main Product Attributes
A guide to Californian Poppy and its properties
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Traditional Use
Like the opium poppy (Papaver somniferum), it contains some benzylisoquinoline alkaloids, such as protopine, with analgesic effects. However the overall effect is mild without the narcotic, or addictive, properties of the more powerful alkaloids in the opium poppy.
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Actions
Anxiolytic, mild sedative, hypnotic, nervine, analgesic, antipyretic
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Indications
• Anxiety
• Insomnia
• Nervous system pain management including sciatica pain, nervous tension headaches and chronic pain, especially when the pain can be described as hot and throbbing
• Opiate addiction withdrawal
• Bedwetting caused by nervous tension
• Fevers, hot, spasmodic coughs and aches associated with influenza and other bronchial conditions -
Energetics
Bitter, cooling
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Use in Pregnancy
Avoid using.
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Contraindications & Cautions
None known
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Drug Interactions
Caution with powerful analgesics, benzodiazepines (nervous system depressants commonly prescribed to treat stress, anxiety or insomnia) and other central nervous system depressants.
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Dietary Information
Vegan friendly. Gluten and dairy free
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Substitutes
Passion Flower, Bacopa, Saffron, White Willow, Feverfew
37501
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Common Name
Paw Paw, Papaya
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Botanical Name
Carica papaya
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Part Used
Leaf
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Clinical Summary
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Monograph
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Alcohol
30%
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Dose
15 to 30mL weekly
Traditionally used for malaria, oral candidiasis, dengue fever, anaemia, as a vermifuge and for diabetes and hypertension. There are increasing anecdotal reports of paw paw’s effects in cancer treatment and prevention, with many successful cases, however the precise cellular mechanism of action of paw paw remains unclear and clinical studies are lacking.
Main Product Attributes
A guide to Paw Paw and its properties
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Traditional Use
In traditional Ayurvedic literature paw paw leaves were used for asthma, beri beri, fever, abortion, dressing wounds (fresh leaves), antibacterial activity, jaundice, gonorrhoea, urinary complaints and as a vermifuge. Green paw paw leaf tea promotes digestion and aids in the treatment of ailments such as chronic indigestion, obesity, arteriosclerosis, high blood pressure and weakening of the heart.
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Actions
Anthelmintic, antiparasitic, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, digestive stimulant, antihypertensive, immunomodulator
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Indications
• Viral, bacterial and fungal infections
• Wounds and skin infections; acne
• Poor digestion
• Possible use in diabetes, hypertension and cancers -
Energetics
Pungent, bitter, hot, dry
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Use in Pregnancy
Safety during pregnancy and lactation has not been established. In the absence of sufficient data, the use during pregnancy and lactation is not recommended. Consumption of the ripe fruit is safe. The unripe fruit, and an infusion of the leaves, was traditionally used as an abortifacient, or contraceptive, in parts of the Indian continent.
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Contraindications & Cautions
Allergies and reactions to the plant pollen can occur rarely and the latex sap from the fresh plant may cause irritation on sensitive skins.
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Drug Interactions
Caution with antiplatelet/anticoagulant (such as warfarin) and antidiabetic drugs.
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Dietary Information
Vegan friendly. Gluten and dairy free
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Substitutes
Green Tea, Graviola, Pomegranate, Pau D’arco, Sweet Wormwood