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Table of ContentsHow Does This Ayurvedic Herb Supplement Improve Wellness?CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEWSUGGESTED USEFollow these guidelines AYURVEDIC MEDICINAL BIOCHARACTERISTICS
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Experiences vary according to the person and constitution. Individual results may vary.
The list of herbal-actions below has not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.Here are the herbal actions of Yarrow: CARMINATIVEStimulates the release of gas. Helpful for bloating or cramping abdominal pain. Propels food downward. Carminatives typically expel gas by relaxing the muscles of the intestines.STOMACHICAn herb that increases appetite or settles a nauseas or nervous stomach. These generally increase the digestive fire, therefore relieving symptoms of sluggish or difficult digestion.DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests or dislodges toxins from the body and the lymphatic, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.STRONG ANALGESIC Pain reliever, reduces pain without eliminating sensation. Also known as anodyne. DIAPHORETICAn herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.VULNERARYAn herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).STRONG ANTIFUNGAL Herbs that destroy fungus. STRONG ANTIMICROBIAL An agent that kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth. Antimicrobial is an umbrella term that can be broken down into specific categories of target microorganism, such as anti-bacterials, fungals, and virals. IMMUNE-CALMINGHerbs that interrupt an allergic reaction or calm the immune system, useful in allergies and autoimmune conditions.IMMUNE-STIMULANTStimulates and strengthens the immune system. Helpful when fighting off a cold or flu.ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.ANTIPYRETICReduces a fever / febrifuge.ANTISEPTICCapable of preventing infection by inhibiting the growth of microorganisms. Helpful in infections and for those with weak immune systems.STRONG HEMOSTATIC An herb that stops bleeding. ALTERATIVERestores the proper function of the body by cleansing the blood and balancing blood chemistry. In Ayurveda terms, they pacify Pitta in rakta. They were traditionally used to revitalize and detoxify after a long winter.BLOOD-THINNERHerbs that thin the blood. Helpful for people with heart disease or clogged circulation.STYPTICA herb that contracts tissue or blood vessels. Generally styptics are astringent. They are often used topically as a hemostatic to stop bleeding, or to reduce secretions.VASODILATORA vasodilator is an herb that widens the blood vessels by the relaxation of smooth muscle cells within the vessel walls, thereby increasing circulation systemically or to a local area.VESSEL-TONICAn herb that improves the tone and integrity of blood vessel walls. This is helpful in easy bruising.DIURETICHerbs that promote urine formation, thereby flushing the kidneys and urinary tract while eliminating any excess water retention. As diuretics reduce water retention, they are often used to reduce blood pressure.CHOLAGOGUECholagogues stimulate the production & release of bile from the liver & gallbladder. This refreshes and cleanses these organs, as well as increases bile in the small intestines.LIVOTONICAn herb that strengthens the liver. It is helpful for people with a history of substance abuse, chronic liver issues from hepatitis and hemolytic anemias. Generally, liver tonics are oily, cool, sweet, mildly sour, or contain beta-carotene.STRONG OXYTOCIC Oxytocin stimulates uterine contractions, and prepares the uterus for labor. It has a vasoconstricting effect. Emotionally, it is tribal. ANTI-ESTROGENICReduces estrogen, which reduces thickness of the uterus endometrium, pelvic congestive disorders like fibroids, and frequently dysmenorrhea as well.ANTI-PROLACTINReduces prolactin, a female hormone that suppresses the uterus, fertility, menstruation.ESTROGENICIncreases estrogen, helpful in menopause. Estrogen is anabolic and increases muscle growth, bone density, and moisture.UTERINE-STIMULANTCauses contractions in the uterus often by stimulating production of oxytocin. These herbs are contraindicated during pregnancy.ANTISPASMODICHerbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS.
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Yarrow with these FoodsTurmeric Turmeric has these Actions in CommonVulnerary, Analgesic, Antimicrobial, Carminative, Immune-calming, Anti-inflammatory, Antispasmodic, Cholagogue, Vasodilator, Alterative, Antifungal, Blood-thinner, DetoxicantCilantro Cilantro has these Actions in CommonCarminative, Diuretic, Stomachic, Antipyretic, Cholagogue, Hemostatic, Styptic, Alterative, Blood-thinner, Detoxicant, Immune-calming, Anti-inflammatoryFenugreek Fenugreek has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Cholagogue, Diuretic, Stomachic, Antipyretic, Detoxicant, Estrogenic, Uterine-stimulant, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Oxytocic, VulneraryGarlic Garlic has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Antispasmodic, Detoxicant, Stomachic, Antifungal, Blood-thinner, Diaphoretic, Vasodilator, Antimicrobial, Cholagogue, Diuretic, VulnerarySage Sage has these Actions in CommonImmune-calming, Vulnerary, Antipyretic, Diaphoretic, Immune-stimulant, Analgesic, Antiseptic, Estrogenic, Uterine-stimulant, Anti-prolactin, DetoxicantTarragon Tarragon has these Actions in CommonAntimicrobial, Cholagogue, Diuretic, Alterative, Blood-thinner, Detoxicant, Vasodilator, Analgesic, Carminative, DiaphoreticMint Mint has these Actions in CommonAntifungal, Detoxicant, Stomachic, Analgesic, Antispasmodic, Diaphoretic, Vasodilator, Anti-prolactin, Carminative, Immune-calmingTurmeric Root (Fresh) Turmeric Root (Fresh) has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Antifungal, Cholagogue, Vulnerary, Analgesic, Antimicrobial, Detoxicant, Anti-inflammatory, Carminative, Immune-calmingDill Dill has these Actions in CommonAntimicrobial, Carminative, Diuretic, Antipyretic, Detoxicant, Stomachic, Antispasmodic, Diaphoretic, VasodilatorChamomile Chamomile has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Diaphoretic, Vulnerary, Analgesic, Blood-thinner, Immune-calming, Anti-inflammatory, Carminative, StomachicDandelion Leaves Dandelion Leaves has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Blood-thinner, Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory, Cholagogue, Immune-calming, Antimicrobial, Detoxicant, LivotonicCompare Yarrow with these Herb SupplementsCalendula, Marigold Calendula, Marigold has these Actions in CommonAntipyretic, Vulnerary, Antiseptic, Cholagogue, Alterative, Detoxicant, Analgesic, Diaphoretic, Anti-inflammatory, Styptic, Antifungal, Uterine-stimulant, Antimicrobial, VasodilatorGoldenseal Goldenseal has these Actions in CommonAntimicrobial, Vessel-tonic, Antipyretic, Vulnerary, Antiseptic, Cholagogue, Detoxicant, Alterative, Hemostatic, Anti-inflammatory, Immune-stimulant, Antifungal, Uterine-stimulantMugwort Mugwort has these Actions in CommonAntiseptic, Stomachic, Antispasmodic, Uterine-stimulant, Carminative, Cholagogue, Detoxicant, Diaphoretic, Analgesic, Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory, OxytocicMotherwort Motherwort has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Immune-calming, Analgesic, Uterine-stimulant, Anti-inflammatory, Vessel-tonic, Antispasmodic, Vulnerary, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Estrogenic, HemostaticKushta Kushta has these Actions in CommonDiaphoretic, Diuretic, Immune-stimulant, Anti-inflammatory, Uterine-stimulant, Antimicrobial, Vasodilator, Antiseptic, Vulnerary, Carminative, DetoxicantNeem Leaf Neem Leaf has these Actions in CommonAntimicrobial, Antipyretic, Antiseptic, Blood-thinner, Cholagogue, Alterative, Detoxicant, Anti-inflammatory, Immune-calming, Antifungal, VulneraryHaritaki Haritaki has these Actions in CommonDetoxicant, Diuretic, Hemostatic, Alterative, Immune-calming, Anti-inflammatory, Styptic, Antimicrobial, Vulnerary, Antispasmodic, CarminativeLicorice Ghee (9oz) Licorice Ghee (9oz) has these Actions in CommonAnti-prolactin, Antimicrobial, Carminative, Estrogenic, Immune-calming, Alterative, Immune-stimulant, Analgesic, Livotonic, Anti-inflammatory, VulneraryLicorice Root (Yastimadhu) Licorice Root (Yastimadhu) has these Actions in CommonEstrogenic, Immune-calming, Alterative, Immune-stimulant, Analgesic, Livotonic, Anti-inflammatory, Vulnerary, Anti-prolactin, Antimicrobial, CarminativeHops Hops has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory, Immune-calming, Antipyretic, Antiseptic, Carminative, Cholagogue, Detoxicant, DiaphoreticTRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSYarrow may be beneficial for these symptoms. The suitability of any herb supplement for a condition is highly dependent on the individual. Please see your doctor before using this herb supplement to treat a medical condition.CONTRAINDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSYarrow may be harmful or contraindicated for these symptoms. Please see your doctor before using this herb supplement to treat a medical condition.Look for similar items by category Tinctures, Herbs-and-Formulas, Heart-Circulation-Blood, Reproductive-Health, Liver-Gallbladder |
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