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Herbs for Menopausal Women
– By Susun S . Weed www . herbshealing . com
Oatstraw ( Avena sativa ) infusion strengthens the nerves , helps reduce emotion distress , promotes sound sleep , keeps the bones and heart strong , and strengthens libido . The tincture is a stronger sedative but not nourishing to the bones and heart . Oats for breakfast is an excellent way to “ take ” this herb , but avoid pills and capsules . Oatstraw baths are exceptionally calming . Instructions for making one are in my green book : Healing Wise ( CLICK HERE ).
Nettle ( Urtica dioica ) infusion strengthens the adrenals , eases anxiety , increases energy , helps prevent night sweats , builds blood , protects bones and heart . Eating cooked nettle is another excellent way to gather its benefits , as is nettle vinegar . I avoid freeze-dried , encapsulated , or tinctured nettle , believing all these forms ineffective and over-priced .
Motherwort ( Leonurus cardiaca ) tincture of the fresh flowering tops -- is a favourite with menopausal women , their daughters and their mothers . A few drops ( up to 25 at a time ) will calm emotions , relieve heart palpitations ( and strengthen the heart ), reduce the severity of hot flashes , increase vaginal lubrication , moderate and eliminate PMS and menstrual cramping . Motherwort vinegar is a fantastic tonic , and tasty , thank goodness . The tea is violently bitter and disliked by 99 out of 100 women , including me , yuck .
Dandelion ( Taraxacum officinale ) any part , in any form , is a superb strengthener for the liver , the control centre for hot flashes . Dandelion improves digestion , especially of calcium , helps relieve headaches , and sees to it that the liver provides steady blood sugar supplies . Dandelion wine ( from the blossoms ) is the most elegant way to take this remedy , but the cooked leaves and vinegars ( as well as the pickled parts ) of the roots and / or leaves are also excellent nourishing digestives . The tincture , especially of the root , is considered the strongest medicine , but doesn ’ t contain bone-building nutrients , so is less ideal than the other forms .•
Infusions are made with 1 ounce of dried herb and 1 quart of boiling water that is covered and allowed to steep for at least four hours . A tincture is made by infusing herbs in alcohol . Alternatively you may use Glycerin , although it ’ s not as effective .
Note : Just because they ’ re herbs it doesn ’ t mean they ’ re safe for everyone . If you are on prescribed medication , or are pregnant or breastfeeding , do not use herbal products , except on the advice of an herbal practitioner or doctor .
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