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Endocrine
Glands
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Adaptogens
, e.g.. ginseng (Panax ginseng) help the
body adjust to external pressures and stress.
Hormonally active herbs, e.g., agnus castus
(Vitex agnus-castus) stimulate production
of sexual and other hormones. Emmenagogues,
e.g., black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa)
encourage or regulate menstruation. |
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Urinary
System
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Antiseptics,
e.g., buchu (Barosma betulina) disinfect
the urinary tubules. Astringents. e.g.,
horsetail (Equisetum arvense) tighten aid
protect the urinary tubules. Diuretics,
e.g., cornsilk (Zea mays) stimulate the
flow of urine. |
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Muscoloskeletal System
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Analgesics,
e.g., yellow jasmine (Gelsemium sempervirens)
relieve joint and nerve pain. Anti-inflammatories,
e.g., white willow (Salix alba) reduce swelling
and pain in joints. Antispasmodics, c.g.,
cinchona (Cinchona) relax tense and cramped
muscles. |
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Digestive Organs
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Antiseptics,
e.g., ginger (Zingiber officinale) protect
against infection. Astringents, e.g., bistort
(Polygonum bistorta) tighten up the inner
lining of the intestines and create a protective
coating over them. Bitters, e.g., wormwood
(Artemisia absinthum) stimulate secretion
of digestive juices by the stomach and intestines.
Carminatives, e.g., sweet flag (Acorus calamus)
relieve gas and cramps. |
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Cholagogues,
e.g., fringe tree, (Chionanthus vrgiinicus)
improve the flow of bile into the intestines.
Choleretics, e.g., artichoke (Cynara scolymus)
stimulate secretion of bile by the liver.
Demulcents, e.g., psyllium (Plantago spp.)
soothe the digestive system and protect
against acidity and irritation. Hepatics,
e.g., bupleurum (Bupleurum chinense) prevent
liver damage. Laxatives, e.g., sienna (Cassia
senna) stimulate bowel movements. Stomachics,
e.g., cardamom (Elctteria Cardamomum) protect
and support the stomach. |
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