Basil has a great effect upon the cardiovascular system, bones and muscles. All beneficial for the liver and gallbladder. Ocimum basilicum Family: Labiatae (mint) Actions Analgesic Antibacterial Anti-infectious Anti-inflammatory Antioxidant Antispasmodic Antiviral Decongestant Restorative Stimulant Emmenagogue Digestive tonic Antiseptic Carminative Antibiotic Beauty and Personal Care Improves skin tone Acne Eczema, skin conditions Adds shine to hair Uses Headache, migraine an

The Northwestern Native Americans considered the Idaho Blue Spruce to be a sacred tree and used it in a variety ways, many of them for healing. Picea pungens Family: Pinaceae (Pine) Actions Analgesic Antibacterial Anti-inflammatory Antihistamine Hypotensive Nervine Energetics/Body Systems Affected Solar plexus chakra Grounding Balancing Release emotional blocks Uses Respiratory conditions; asthma, bronchitis, croup, any chest congestion Coughs Sore throat or any throat prob

This oil works wonderfully for ear infections, as it helps fight the infection while reducing pain. It can also be used for any type of skin issues with its anti-inflammatory and emollient properties. I’ve heard it is also good for afterbirth healing as it decreases swelling, heals any tears, prevents infections, and reduces pain and for those same reasons would be a good for wounds and after surgery care. Ingredients Dried mullein flowers olive oil (or oil of choice) Directi

Sun, cooking, carpet/rug, water, steam, engine, even the trampoline. Burns are going to happen one way or another so here is a resource list of what you can do to stop the burn and start the healing. Every time we have a burn issue, I reach for my burn spray, followed up with burn salve. They work wonders. Flush skin with cold water until pain stops. Keep clean, rinse with lavender water. Burn Soother Spray Burn Salve Comfrey Salve Raw honey Redmond clay gel Vitamin E Oil Raw

Reduce inflammation and relieve pain and swelling Anti-inflammatory herbs reduce inflammation, which helps relieve pain and swelling. They're used both internally and externally. What they do Reduce inflammation throughout the body Relieve associated pain and swelling Support tissue as it moves through its natural defense or repair process Some work by inhibiting the body's production of inflammatory molecules, similar to how NSAIDs work (Willow for example) How they're used:

Pain relief Analgesic herbs are used to relieve pain. Depending on the situation, they can be used either internally or externally (anodyne) — and it's often best to use them both ways at the same time for the most complete relief. What they do: Relieve pain without causing a loss of consciousness or sensation Reduce inflammation, which is often a source of pain Calm overactive pain signals traveling to the brain Work both internally and topically, depending on the herb Suppo

The skeletal system serves several important purposes: it gives the body shape and support, protects vital organs and the spinal cord, stores lipids, marrow, and minerals, and produces blood cells. Ligaments are also part of the skeletal system, connecting bones to one another with tough, fibrous collagen fibers and holding them in place at the joints. While it's actually the muscles that produce movement, ligaments play a vital supporting role — stabilizing the joints and ke

Formulated to stop the itch, heal the sore and prevent infection from those nasty bites and stings. Not only is this salve great for bug bites I have also used it successfully to soothe eczema and a case of ringworm, it will work great for any type of cut or wound as well. Make an Herbal Oil 3 parts plantain 2 parts echinacea root 1 part comfrey 1 part lavender 1 part rosemary Coconut oil (or extra virgin olive oil) Ingredients 1 cup herbal oil blend 1 oz beeswax 20 drops M

This salve works like an herbal Neosporin, great for cuts, wounds, scrapes, and any type of skin condition. It is antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory, making it perfect for fighting infection. Herbs 4 parts lavender flowers 3 parts echinacea root (or Oregon Grape Root or half and half) 3 parts calendula flowers 2 parts plantain 2 parts comfrey 2 parts St. Johns wort 2 parts yarrow Directions Make an herbal infused oil with the herbs. Pour the herbal infused oil

Not only does this powder staunch bleeding but it also prevents infection and pulls the tissue back together. I have used this for deep cuts from glass, cut fingers with a knife, and teeth through the lip to name a few of more incidents than I care to count. For major bleeding I just continue adding the powder, layer upon layer and then cover with a bandage. As the wound heals the body actually pushes the powder up and out naturally. I have really seen some pretty awesome thi

St. John's Wort oil has been used for centuries to massage into sore, aching bones, joints, and muscles. It can be used as a massage oil, or made into a liniment, salve, ointment or balm. In addition to external use it can also be used internally to calm the nerves, aid in sleep, and work internally on inflammation and pain relief. Use in the kitchen as you prepare your food and meals. Ingredients Quart jar Fresh St. John's Wort plant Olive oil Optional: 1 Tbsp Vodka Directio

Use in a bath, compress or in a carrier oil applied directly to are of concern. Make into a a spray with part water part witch hazel or make a roll on. Essential Oils for Cuts and Wounds Tea tree (Melaleuca) Eucalyptus Helichrysum Lavender Chamomile Pine Rosemary Eucalyptus Cypress Thyme Oregano German chamomile Mountain Savory Frankincense Myrrh Spikenard Blend from company of choice, I like Fresh from REVIVE, (disinfectant blend) Essential Oils for Muscles and Bones Winte

Redmond Clay is a type of bentonite clay, but instead of being a sodium bentonite or a calcium bentonite, it is both! Because of this it seems to be more effective than most bentonite clays and what I have used for years with nothing but great results! Clay has the ability to bind toxins due to a negative electrical charge of the clay particles. Most toxins including heavy metals are positively charged so they are drawn to the clay like a magnet and then flushed from the bo

When I was doing herbal studies with my then 10-year, she was fascinated with usnea and after learning all about the infection fighting power of this intriguing "herb" (actually a lichen) she wanted to make a salve for massaging in to the chest for lung infections since that is her area of weakness when she gets a cold. Together we created this formula for treating all types of infections including external cuts and wounds, sores, bug bites, and fungal infections to internal

Both heat and cold can be used to heal and soothe many different conditions and everyday issues you may come up against...sometimes it is all you need. Heat Therapy There are several ways you can use heat as a therapy. The most common way is to soak in a tub of hot water to induce sweating. Make sure you drink fluids while doing this, you want the body to sweat, but must replace those fluids. Drinking sweat inducing herbal teas (diaphoretics) will add to the effect. A sau

Honey is mentioned many times in the scriptures, including John the Baptist living off honey while living in the wilderness and Christ partaking of it after his Resurrection. For those familiar with the Book of Mormon, God guided two different civilizations across the ocean to the promised land (North America), bringing with them honey bees to provide nourishment and healing. All of this leads me to believe raw honey is a pretty important nutrient, healer and gift from God

No first aid kit is complete without a truly effective disinfectant—something you can reach for to treat cuts, wounds, and infections without hesitation. Today I want to share two of my favorites. Beyond disinfecting and speeding up healing, they're remarkably versatile: useful for boils, skin eruptions, headaches, bruises, sprains, general pain, inflammation, cramping, sore muscles, toothaches, mouth sores, throat infections, cold sores, burns, and countless other everyday a

Known in many herbals as "Cure-All" because that is what it seems to do. There are about 500 different varieties of yarrow worldwide. The wild variety is the most medicinal. Fun fact about the genus name Achillea, sounds a bit like Achilles because it was named for him, using it in battle to staunch his soldiers’ wounds. Achillea millefolium Family: Asteraceae– daisy Parts used: leaves, flowers What's in a Name - Achillia millefolium Achillea - named for the Greek hero Achi

Also known as prickly lettuce, wild opium and compass plant. This common weed can be used as a pain reliever and the sap is a wonderful natural wart remover. Lactuca virosa Family: Asteraceae- daisy Parts used: leaves, sap, seeds Actions Antibacterial Analgesic Sedative Energetics/Body Systems Affected Cooling Bitter Liver Lung Uses Pain reliever (opium substitute) Cramps, muscle, and joint pain. Sleep aid and helpful for nightmares. Calming and relaxing; helps with restle

There are over 500 species in the viola family, including pansies, all are medicinal. Odorata is a wild variety. Viola odorata (many species) Family: Violaceae – violet, pansy Parts used: flowers, leaves Actions Antioxidant Antitussive Anticancer Cathartic Emollient Laxative Nervine Nutritive Energetics/Body Systems Affected Cooling Pungent Nervous Lymph Immune Uses Lymph cleanser and support Immune support Female breasts and reproductive system support Blood cleansing Infect