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Index

Introduction

The elaboration of this catalog consists of demonstrating the use of medicinal plants to cure all kinds of
diseases, as we have seen these plants have been used by our ancestors, and are now used to make the
famous medicines, but these give a presentation of compressed tablets.
Arnica
Arnica does not have oral administration, it is toxic.
one of the most used medicinal plants is arnica, it is used as an anti-inflammatory analgesic, the arnica heals
different lesions:
-hits
carpal tunnel syndrome
cold sores
- sprains and ligament problems
- muscle injuries or tears
-espincondilitis or tennis elbow

The plant is directly applied to the affected area or has an inflammatory process of another cause.
arnica in addition to natural remedies is a plant that grows in the mountainous regions commonly of Europe
and North America; this plant needs very acid soils and very low nitrogen.
the medicinal plant has as its characteristics and properties:
decrease pain to lower inflammation
- Avoid the formation of ematomas and ecchymoses (they are the purple spots that appear in the zone
affected by a blow).
Mint
For its properties it is used:
To promote digestive processes, to combat bad breath, for gingivitis, for nausea, and for intestinal spasms,
among other uses.
Properties of mint:

-Carminative
-stomach
-choleretic
-antispasmodic
-relaxing
-diaphoretic
-anticongestivas
-antitussive
-mucolytic
-softeners
-anticoagulants
-antiseptics
-analgesic
-anti-inflammatory
-astringents
-refreshing
-stimulants
-antioxidants
-febrfugas
-tranquilizers
-soothing
-aphrodisiacs

Benefits of mint:

It is an edible plant very appreciated in the food industry for its particular flavor that is very refreshing and
produces a sensation of cold in the mouth and in the airways.

In aromatherapy essential peppermint oil is used as a stimulant, emotional energizer and as a decongestant,
digestive and refreshing. It is indicated to relieve heartburn, decrease pain and seizures and is good for
fighting nausea and dizzine.
Calendula
The calendula plant has anti-inflammatory properties, cicatrizantes being in turn has the
calapacidad to regenerate the cellular tissue. The petals are used to cure gastric ulcers as it has
essential oils it contains to disinflame and heal the inside of the stomach controlling gastritis.

It has its yellow and orange colors, marigold is a herbaceous medicinal plant found in gardens
and parks. It has properties that are more than interesting, both for medicine and for aesthetics.
It is healing, antiseptic and allied to the skin
The marigold is used to heal wounds, stimulates the healing action and regenerates damaged
skin, as well as producing more collagen (vital for the skin to recover). It is then used for scars,
but also for cracked hands and feet, burns, psoriasis, dermal irritations, scratches, eczema, dry
lips, acne, oral sores or herpes, among others.

To take advantage of its benefits, it is necessary to mix two tablespoons of fresh petals in four
tablespoons of wheat germ oil and then apply on the skin. Some also make an infusion with a
handful of leaves and boiling water, which they let stand and place as plaster.
The marigold also serves to cure sores when applied as a compress or fomento.
It regulates the menstrual cycle:

Calendula flowers are used to prevent and treat the spasms produced in women due to their
menstruation. This is because they are rich in flavonoids, which have the ability to repair blood
vessels and improve blood circulation; also serves to treat amenorrhea and irregular
menstruations. In turn, the essential oil of marigold is very good as fungicide, so it can be used
in certain vaginal infections, as is the case of candiadisis.

Relieves tired eyesight


The use of calendula in the form of compresses can combat the symptoms of red or tired eyes
due to exposure to the computer or television screen, the sun or irritating agents such as smoke.
In turn, it allows combating conjunctivitis and eye inflammation, as it has antibacterial and
antiviral properties.
Fight the mushrooms
As said before, marigold is a great fungicide, being one of the home remedies for the oldest
mushrooms that exist. Calendula extract is used to cure mycosis of the skin and the so-called
"athlete's foot". You can also apply a cotton soaked in marigold tea in the affected area.
Reduces digestive problems
Drinking an infusion of marigold is an excellent remedy in people who suffer from problems such
as ulcers, gastritis, vomiting, indigestion, and the like. This is so because among its compounds
is one with proteins that treat the inflammations.

The marigold has choleretic effects, ie it stimulates the exit of the bile into the digestive tract,
which improves the digestion processes. For this reason it is recommended to drink a tea made
with a spoonful of marigold per cup of water after meals.

Benefits of marigold for aesthetics


This wonderful plant can be used without problems on all skin types, even the most sensitive.
Sap
Sage is a plant of Mediterranean origin, belonging to the lipids family, much appreciated for the
many properties it contains for medicinal treatments, as well as for culinary, cosmetic and even
aromatherapy purposes. Among its main active ingredients are essential oil, vitamins B and C,
phenolic acids, flavonoids and tannins, among others. It has been used since ancient times as a
miracle remedy to cure numerous conditions and disorders, such as joint and / or muscle
problems, digestive diseases, respiratory diseases, wounds, fevers, menstrual disorders,
diabetes, etc.

Anti-inflammatory effect
Sage has anti-inflammatory properties, so it is recommended in cases of diseases such as
rheumatism, arthritis or osteoarthritis, as well as to relieve muscle aches. And it also acts as a
muscle relaxant, which is why some athletes resort to sage when they feel their muscles aching
due to a bad gesture, overexertion or stretching.

Excellent for menstrual problems and menopause


Among the properties of sage for women, we find that this plant is a perfect ally for women
suffering from menstrual disorders and severe ailments during the menstrual cycle. These can
be relieved with an infusion of sage, as it helps to soothe headaches and belly, prevents fluid
retention and irritability in general.

Properties of sage for skin


In addition to the above properties and benefits of sage, this medicinal plant is also excellent for
taking care of the skin and improving its health and beauty. In this sense, it stands out for the
following:
It fights the signs of aging by reactivating blood circulation and promoting the regeneration of the
cells that make up the skin. Its content in vitamin C causes it to act against free radicals and
allows wrinkles and lines to be attenuated.
It is anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and antimicrobial, making it a good natural choice to treat oily
skin and acne. It will help reduce fat and prevent the appearance of impurities.
By improving blood circulation, sage essential oil can help fight cellulite and look firmer skin.
Aloe vera
The properties and uses of Aloe vera we are always taking into account that we are talking
about the plant, not any kind of commercial preparation. All home remedies, elaborations, etc.
are to be made with the gel we extract from the leaves of the plants. I recommend that you do
with one or several plants Aloe Vera or organic Aloe Vera and that cultivate at home. It's very
simple, you do not even need to have "good hand" with the plants. It is very resistant and can be
had without the need of big requirements. Preferably use a clay pot, without enamel, and have
good drainage. It needs direct sun and it develops very well in temperatures between 18 and
25C.

When we are going to cut the leaves or leaves of the plant, we will choose those that are more
external. It is always better to cut a whole penca and to leave the part that we do not use in the
refrigerator or refrigerator, that cut a piece of penca and leave the rest of leaf in the plant.

.Medicinal properties of Aloe Vera or Aloe Vera:


* Contains vitamins A, group B, C, mucilages, minerals, tannins, oils, fatty acids (oleic and
linoleic), amino acids,

* Has the property to regenerate skin cells


* Has digestive action

* It has depurative effect

* Promotes the regeneration of internal tissues

* Eliminates fungi and viruses

* Regenerates skin cells

* Has analgesic effect

* Protects the immune system

* It has anti-inflammatory action


Citronella
is a plant known for its mosquito repellent properties, but has many more uses and benefits.

Citronella is a grass native to South India and Sri Lanka, heavily cultivated in Southeast Asia
and Latin America. It is a plant of up to one and a half meters high, with sharp, stiff, glaucous
green leaves.

The intense scent of citronella or Cymbopogon nardus fully justifies the name of this plant, and
also the very similar lemon grass (Cymbopogon citratus), in English lemongrass.

It is presented in the form of a dry plant and chopped for infusion, envelopes as insect repellent,
and essential oil, sold in herbalists.
Natural medicine

To treat gastritis and gastrointestinal spasms: Citronella can be combined with yarrow,
chamomile, plantain and mint in equal parts.
How to prepare: One tablespoon of the mixture is boiled per cup of water 1 minute, allowed to
stand, drained and taken after meals. Mint and citronella contribute to give the herbal tea an
intense and very pleasant flavor, which can allow to be dispensed with sweetener. So much so
that in the Canary Islands has been recommended as a sugar substitute for patients with
diabetes.
Tisane digestive of the Canary Islands: In areas of warm climate, like the Canary Islands, with
the citronella prepares a digestive and refreshing infusion, because relieves relieves stomach
heaviness while helping to reduce body heat. The citronella is taken alone.
How to prepare it: Make a teaspoon of its aromatic leaves for each cup of water. It boils for just 1
minute and is allowed to rest 5. The infusion can be taken both hot and cold from the
refrigerator.
Basil
It is an annual medicinal and aromatic plant belonging to the Labiaceae family that measures
about 60 cm in height with oval and toothed leaves and flowers in corsage in white or pinkish
colors that we can see during the summer. The basil is native to Asia, specifically India.
This medicinal and aromatic plant has antispasmodic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, stimulant,
sedative, galactogenic and bquica properties. It has essential oils (such as cineol, estragol or
eugenol), tannins, flavonoids and antioxidants.
Benefits and Uses of Basil

It is beneficial in cases of insomnia and anxiety

Activates bowel function

Combat physical and mental fatigue


Helps remove stones or stones from the kidney
Promotes good digestion of food
Prevents muscle weakness
Reduces stomach upset and vomiting
Rosemary
It is a medicinal plant and aromatic with many medicinal properties that we can take advantage
of in the day to day. The Egyptians used rosemary and the same Dioscorides (Greek physician
and botanist) also dedicated several chapters to them in their books.

Rosemary is a perennial shrub that belongs to the Labiatae family and, as you have read
previously, is a plant that has been widely used since ancient times in folk medicine as well as in
gastronomy, cosmetics and hygiene. This shrub can reach a meter and a half height. It has
many fine leaves covered by small white pellets and flowers that can be bluish, whitish or
rosaceous.
Benefits and uses of rosemary

Properties of rosemary:

- very useful for relieving inflammation


-Strengthens weak capillaries and stimulates blood circulation
-Reduces intestinal discomfort
-Stimulates memory and learning
-Fight bacteria
-Relieves headaches
-Take care of the liver
-It improves the disorders of the ciruclatorio system (phlebitis, thrombosis, varices, etc.)
-Used for anemia
-It is helpful for depression
-Prevents or reduces hair loss and alopecia
-Combats physical and mental exhaustion
-El Romero improves cases of gout or hyperuricemia
-Cut the diarrea
Oregano
A medicinal and aromatic plant with a very pleasant and characteristic odor easily recognizable
when used in cooking recipes. But in addition, the use in natural remedies of this plant in folk
medicine has been very varied by different ancient cultures due to the medicinal properties of
oregano.

For medicinal purposes, the oregano leaves are used, which are oval, petiolate and covered by
hairs. We can use oregano internally by preparing it in infusion and tincture and externally by
locally applying the infusion, the essential oil of oregano diluted in a base oil for massage or
water to make steam and the oil infused of oregano.

Oregano is a plant that belongs to the botanical family of Lamiaceae or Labiate, as well as other
medicinal and aromatic plants as beneficial as rosemary and mint.
properties of oregano
To relieve the symptoms of colds and colds, prepare an infusion with oregano leaves. Add hot
water to a cup in which we will have put a teaspoon of dried oregano leaves, cover and let stand
3 minutes. Then we sip and drink slowly when it is tempered.

In general, oregano is a medicinal plant very beneficial for affections of the respiratory apparatus
due to its anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antiseptic effect. Make baths or baths with a few
drops of essential oil of oregano.

Prepares an oil of oregano or dilutes the essential oil of rosemary in base oil (sweet almonds,
argan, coconut, olive) and massage the areas with arthritis, rheumatism, muscular pains,
lumbago, sciatica, traumatisms (without open wounds), dislocations , etc. to mitigate pain and
stimulate improvement.
Chamomile
has been used for thousands of years as one of the most powerful medicinal plants. The ancient
Egyptians had it so highly esteemed that they dedicated it to Ra, the supreme sun god. They
used it to treat malaria, among other ailments. In Germanic mythology, it was one of the 9
sacred herbs given by Odin to humanity to protect it from evil and disease. In Rome it was used
as a remedy for migraines and urinary tract infections. During medieval times in Europe, it was
used as a diuretic and tonic to cure pain and fatigue. In southern Africa, it has traditionally been
used for insomnia, lumbago, hysteria, rheumatism and sore throat. In Costa Rica is a means to
lose weight.
The name "chamomile" comes from its apple-like aroma. Its essential oil, blue, is used in
products
cosmetics and as a flavoring agent for cereals, sweets and liqueurs.
What is chamomile used for and what is its scientific name? Manzanilla is the common name for
several species of plants in the daisy family. Of these, only two are used as medicine: German
chamomile (Matricaria recutita) and Roman chamomile (Anthemis or Chamaemelum nobile).
They are native to Europe and North Africa and parts of Asia. The scientific study of the
medicinal properties of chamomile is still scarce, and the most studied species is the German
chamomile. The chemical compounds of both are similar, though not identical. Roman
chamomile is said to be "the doctor of plants", because it has the reputation of healing the plants
that are around it. In infusion, it would prevent the seedlings from rotting and would allow the cut
flowers to be kept longer.
lavender
is a plant of the lamiaceae family, which contains about thirty known species, among which is
the lavender, easily confused with the common lavender. The scientific name of lavender,
lavandulae, comes from the Latin verb lavare, because this flower helps to wash both physical
and emotional wounds.
Its unmistakable aroma has turned this plant into the jewel par excellence of aromatherapy. In
France it is widely used to make perfumes and cologne. It is also used to scent and ward off
insects in cupboards and drawers, in which a sachet is placed with lavender flowers. Its bushy
spikes of flowers are steamed to produce the essential oil used for muscle pains and migraines.
the most widespread application of lavender is as essential oil, to which there are three different
ways of taking advantage of it:
Apply pure oil on insect bites or bites, or add 10 drops to 50 ml of water and use it as a sunburn
lotion. To help you fall asleep, place a cloth with 3-4 drops of oil under the pillow.
Massage oil. Dilute 2 ml (20 drops) of essential oil in 10 ml of base oil to relieve muscle aches.
Rub the temples and the neck in case of tension headaches or when you notice the least sign of
migraine.
Capillary rinse. Dilute 20 drops of essential oil in a jug of water to get a good capillary rinse for
lice. Apply a few drops of pure oil to the comb with which larvae and nits are removed.
Dandelion
Dandelion is a common floral herb, which in fact is considered by many as a nuisance,
especially if they are taking care of a piece of grass. It can grow wild wherever it is. But this herb,
with its ephemeral white flowers, houses an impressive amount of medical benefits.

It has been used as a healer and preventive of diseases for centuries. Today it is one of the
herbs most studied by Western medical science. The following are some reasons to never
remove them from your garden (rather collect them), and, instead of asking for a wish by flying
your flowers to the wind, save it to make a tea. Or maybe one in three can be used as a wish (as
you are also spreading your seeds), the others as the best recipe to detoxify your body.
1. Maintains proper functioning of the liver. Dandelion root is known to prevent liver
hemorrhages but also improves blood purity and bile flow, which is regulated by the liver and
plays an important role within it.

2. Combat acne and eczema. If you have a case of acne, drink dandelion juice as a stimulant,
detoxifier, diuretic and antioxidant helps to combat the toxins that often result from hormones out
of balance. The toxins are ultimately sweated through the skin and, thanks to the stimulating
ability of the juice, the pores are opened to allow the process. The sap of dandelion can also be
used externally.
In addition, since the sap is highly alkaline and has germ-fighting properties, it is recommended
as an ideal way to manage a variety of dermatological conditions including general itching,
eczema and ringworm.

3. Improves eye health. The American Optometric Association recommends that people
consume at least 12 combined milligrams of lutein and zeaxanthin every day to help reduce the
risk of cataracts and age-related macular degeneration. Dandelions contain both of these
nutrients. In fact, only one cup exceeds the AOA's recommendation for maintaining eye health
as it contains 15 milligrams of lutein and zeaxanthin.
Garlic
Garlic is one of the most widely used medicinal remedies. Known since antiquity and present in
almost all cultures, it stands as something more than a condiment in the kitchen of the world.
1. Garlic improves blood circulation
Garlic is rich in vitamin B, an essential compound that reduces homocysteine levels. This
substance is responsible for hardening blood vessels and bringing us multiple problems:

High homocysteine levels cause blood to be "thicker" and blood clots occur.
There is an increased risk of thrombus.
The higher the level of homocysteine, the more likely you are to have coronary artery disease.
Neem tree
Also known as Nim and Indian lila, whose scientific name is Azadirachta indica, has several
medicinal properties. Know in the following article, all the medicinal properties of neem, what
kind of conditions they serve and how to consume it to take advantage of all the benefits of
neem.

What the neem is for:

The parts of the neem tree used for its curative benefits are bark, leaves and fruits.

The bark of neem has antipyretic, stimulating, astringent and vermifuge properties. This last one
means that it is very useful to treat cases in which worms present in the organism.

The fruit of neem is laxative and could cause toxic effects due to its composition, if consumed in
high doses.
The leaves of the neem tree have antiseptic, antiparasitic and vermifuge properties.

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