The power of herbs for preppers "Astragalus Root"

The Power of Herbs for Preppers Series “Astragalus”

Astragalus is a powerful herb mainly focusing on the immune system but not limited to this herb packs a potent punch in the delivery of enzymes to aid in many aliments. This herb also works similar to echinacea but with more outreaching enzymes. Furthermore, it through maintaining and supercharging your immune system keeps the adrenal gland working optimally. This is all vital for diabetics. 

This herb Like Echinacea, has powerful ahi bacterial properties with a bit of a kick. Astragalus work well with other herbs such as elderberry, dandelion and rose hips (to name a few adding additional flavanoids and powerhouse of vitamin C herbs puts this herb in a new class of “Super antioxidants. This is a Diabetics Heaven for it pro vides healthy immune system support, a surcharge of vitamin C and detox all in one herbal combination thus cleansing the system from free radicals an toxins that cause stress on the main systems. 

Finally, this type of combination of herbs is not only limited to diabetes but other aliments like the common cold, flus’ and other bacterial and respiratory infections. 

A few good uses for Astragalus root would be:

• Low white blood cell count
• Common Cold
• Flu's
• Diabetes
• auto imune disorders
• side effects of chemotherapy
• fatigue
• heart problems
• kidney problems
• ulcers
• viral hepatitis
• infertility
• high blood pressure

A Simple herbal combination tonic would be to take 1 part astragals root, 3 parts dandelion root, 2 parts elderberry, 2 parts rose hips. add to 2 cups of boiling water bring to a low simmer and let simmer for 20 to 30 minutes  or until reduced by half. Press and strain the concoction well.

Dosing: (ADULTS)

 and take daily for 10 days and 2 days off. (if not sick) as a daily health tonic

Take 2-3  times daily (if sick)

Preparing for a seasonal Change series " defeating seasonal change effects naturally and simply"

Simple and Natural Solutions for Colds, Flus and defeating seasonal change effects.

Cold and flus prolong particularly through seasonal changes. This is because our natural body chemistry begins to offset to defense mode. However during the transitioning period our immune system and main systems need a little help to maintain optimal physical and mental health. Ever wonder why in the fall it feels like we are easier to become depressed or subjected to mood swings and physical illness’ as well. well this is because as our immune system transition to a defensive mode and needs some assistance(s) there is a call within for this natural assistance. for example:

 To help with the gloominess or mood swings our systems may be low in natural forms of b complex vitamins. This can be supplemented with bee pollen ,dandelion, horsetail, slippery elm bark, rose hips, elderberry, goldenseal and topically with a formulation and dilution of cinnamon and bay laurel essential oil,  other foods, herbs, essential oils and juices:

Nutritional support;

Fish                                          Broccoli
Bananas                                   Carrots
Brussel Sprouts Turnips
strawberry Mushrooms
Oranges Rasberries
Apricots Asparagus
Almonds Persimmons
Avocados Dates
Tomatoes

A few good uplifting Essential Oils:

Vanilla Bay Laurel
Pine Basil
Frankincense Lemon
Cypress Grapefruit
Roman chamomile Lime
Ylang Ylang Cinnamon
Bergamot Clove

For the physical illness’ of the cold and flus we need natural supplementation’s for immune system support and or herb to defeat both bacterial and viral infections while producing pain relief and healing.

A few good Healing Herbs:

Horehound Eucalyptus
Lavender Vervain
Clove Mullein
Green Tea Lawn Daisies
Dandelion Black Eyed Susan root
Horsetail Goldenseal
Licorice Root Echinacia
Marshmallow Root Pine needles
Cayenne Thyme
Rose hips Oregano
Oregon Grape Clove
Grape seed Extract Garlic
Grapefruit Seed Extract Cayenne
Lemon Yarrow
Slippery Elm Bark

 

A few Good Simple Recipes for Physical Effects of Cold and Flus

A daily Immune Support Tonic:

Elderberry, Mullein, Rosehip, Dandelion: A powerful daily tonic for immune system support.

Directions: Bring 2 cups of water to a hard boil, add all herbs lower heat to a very low simmer and let simmer for 30 minutes or until your liquid is reduced by one half. (this is a Concoction a concentrate of a tea 4-6 times the strength and consecrates present) this meted id good for difficult r hard illness’. Once Reduced; remove from heat and let cool strain and press in a potato ricer to extract the vital enzymes remaining in the soaked hens.  take the one cup of cooled, strained and pressed reduction and add 1 cup of raw wildflower honey and bottle and refrigerate for up to 4 weeks.

Dosage Adults take 1 tablespoon  twice daily. Also you can take one tablespoon daily as a daily health tonic.  Adding 1 teaspoon of raw domestic bee pollen will give the added bonus of a full and pure  spectrum of B complex vitamins. 

A Powerful Antiviral Tonic:(with healing Properties)

Horehound, Mullein, licorice root, Marshmallow:  A great respiratory and healing tonic

2 cups of water 

2 tablespoons of each herb 

Directions: Bring 2 cups of water to a hard boil, add all herbs lower heat to a very low simmer and let simmer for 30 minutes or until your liquid is reduced by one half. (this is a Concoction a concentrate of a tea 4-6 times the strength and consecrates present) this meted id good for difficult r hard illness’. Once Reduced; remove from heat and let cool strain and press in a potato ricer to extract the vital enzymes remaining in the soaked hens.  take the one cup of cooled, strained and pressed reduction and add 1 cup of raw wildflower honey and bottle and refrigerate for up to 4 weeks.

Dosage: ADULTS, take one tablespoon  2 times daily do not use if you have blood pressure issues, omit the licorice root from recipe if you have blood pressure issues.

The Power of Lavender Essential oil

Target: Central Nervous System, Muscular skeletal system, Respiratory system

Survival: Medicine

The Power of Lavender Essential oil:

Properties: Nervine, anti-microbile, anti-bacterial, antiseptic, Anti depressant, Analgesic, Expectorant,

You will se below many lists of herb extraction types , infused oils, and essential oils that it works well with this is due to the fact of its ability to molecularly bind without synthisization process. ( a process that conceives a new enzyme that does not have all the vital enzymes as the original herb itself and therefore is lacking in many ways to not only heal but bind naturally such as is in GMO foods)

This herb in the form of an essential oil is a powerful nervine targeting the milestone neurotransmitter responsible of sleep and relaxation. Also this essential oil is excellent for skin care particularly eczema, dermatitis, scabies,blisters carbuncles and boils,this is due to its anti-bacterial, antiseptic and antimicrobile properties. It can also be used for the following:

• Respiratory tract infections
• Wound care
• Stress
• insomnia
• Muscle pain and aches, 
• Muscle stiffness & mild cramping

A few oils it blends well with are Oil of oregano, Tea Tree, calendula,clove, mint, sage, frankincense, vanilla essential oils.
It works incredible well blended with infused oils such as caledula,echinacea, st johns wort, plantain and more.

Salves:

It is excellent for use in many types of Salves due to it beneficial properties for skincare.
Using Lavender as a Herb, Infused Oil, Essential oil  are different due to its strengths to extract vital healing enzymes.

Tonics:

Herbal flowers can be used in, infused oils, tonics, teas, concoctions, tinctures, salves poultices, and herbal extracts
Using Lavender herb in Infused oils are used for salve making oil wraps, and for bring out aches and pains of sore ore injured muscles, cramps and or tendon knots.
and this oil works extremely well when infused in jojoba oil with calendula flowers for veracious veins.
Infused Oils:
Using this herb to infuse raw domestic wildflower honey works incredible for insomnia and burns and bruises,especially sunburn. a 1/2 teaspoon of this infused honey in a glass of warm milk will also help those hyper children of your sleep and with a healthy realm sleep.

Tinctures:

This herb used as a alcohol tincture can be used to treat acne very effectively (externally speaking) it can be also used for cold and flus’ due to its anti-bacterial, antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. Also when infused in food grade glycerine can be used to aid in burn and wound healing and is safe for diabetic and children over the age of 5 years.

A simple Eczema recipe.

• 2 ounces of Jojoba oil
• 1 ounce of grape seed oil
• 8 drops of lavender
• 3 drops of tea tree essential oil

Directions:

1. Blend essential oils together
2. Add jojoba oil
3. Add grape seed oil
4. Percuse bottom of jar at least 25 times against palm to disperse and oils throughout each other. 
5. Let sit at least 24 hrs to propagate.

Apply Externally with gauze or cotton ball 3 times daily until effected area(s) are cleared up.

The power of Clove Essential oil

The Power of Clove Essential Oil

Due to its high O.R.A.C levels,  antimicrobial,anti-spasmodic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, anti parasitic, anesthetic properties. This powerful essential oil packs a powerful punch so powerful it was used in the formulation of the true and traditional Thieves oil use during the black plague in France during the 15th century. Today it has many other uses as well such as:

Oral Care: due to its anesthetic properties acts as a  natural local anesthetic.
Anti-Parasitic: Will not only purge parasites from the intestines but kill any larva as well this is due to the high levels of Antioxidants scaled at (10 million O.R.A.C.)
Respiratory infections: this is due to its powerful anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties.
Diabetes: Its powerful and high antioxidants scaled at (10 million) and anesthetic, and anti-inflammatory properties are used in the formulations to aid peripheral neuropathy.
Rummatory Arthritis/ Muscle cramping: the high levels of antioxidants and the anesthetic, and anti-inflammatory  properties are used to help arthritic pain with its also antispasmodic properties.
Menstral Pain: The natural anesthetic properties help reduce the level of pain due to menstral cramps.
Skin Cancer: Its High levels of antioxidant scaled at (10 million O.R.A.C.)
The Antimicrobial properties of this oil in conjunction with high levels of antioxidant aid in helping reducing the growth of cancer cells.
Depression: Clove oil used with other essential oils creates an uplifting feeling

Other Hygienic and household cleaning properties:

Such As:

• Dust Mite Repellant
• Will also help keep red fire ants away
• When used with thyme and oregano and or cinnamon oil makes a powerful disinfecting spray air freshener/countertop cleaner

Note:When used with pure lemon or grapefruit will make a powerful air freshener to elevate mood changes and when added to 1 cup of baking soda makes a powerful rug and apohlstry freshener while expelling any dust mites.

The Power of Oregano and Oregano Essential Oil:

The Power of Oregano and Oregano Essential Oil:

Target: All Main Systems

Survival: Medicine

Oregano is a powerful herb producing vital enzymes( high levels of concentrates of  thymol and carvacrol) that defeat infections (both bacterial and viral). They also help strengthen and maintain a healthy immune system and respiratory system. This herb is also classified as an antibiotic herb.

Oregano has a high O.R.A.C, level of 15,300 per 100 grams
Thyme has an O.RA.C. level of near 15,380 per 100 grams
O.R.A.C. is the scale used to measure the amount or degree of antioxidants present per measurement.
Both Thyme and Oregano have similar effects medicinally on the respiratory system. and when mad as a tea and cooled can be used as a mouth rinse for mouth and canker sores.

Secondly, Oregano is powerful as a tea or connection or tincture as well for bacteria and viral infections but does not possess the high levels of concentrates as 
oregano essential oil.

Oregano Tea recipe:
2 tablespoons of dried oregano leaves preferably greek if possible, 10 ounces of boiling water let steep for 15 minutes  let cool then strain and press. drink with no milk or sugar you can add a bit of raw wildflower honey if needed. 

Oregano Concoction Recipe
boil 2 cups of water and when water comes to a hard boil add herbs an bring down heat to a low simmer and cover for about 20 minutes or until water level has reduced to half. this is stronger than a tea but less levels of concentrates than a tincture good for sore throats or stubborn or persistent colds and flues and even bronchitis
A few benefits that these powerful enzymes help are:

A Sore Throat and antiseptic mouth rinse with anesthetic properties Recipe

1 pint of warm distilled water (not boiling)
3 drops of Oregano essential oil diluted to 2-3 percent
2 drops of Thyme essential oil diluted to 2-3 percent
2 drops of clove essential oil diluted to 2-3 percent
3 drops of lavender essential oil diluted to 2-3 percent


Direction:
Blend all the essential oils together well first 
Let the blend propagate for 24 hrs.
add 1 pint of warm distilled water and precise at least 35 time to disperse the oils throughout.

Without swallowing rinse and gargle daily and nightly the clove will help ease the pain through its anesthetic properties. the Lavender will kill any microbes present with the thyme and oregano oils. This formula acts both as an antibody and a healing agent.



Internal Uses:

• Digestive Problems
• Sinus Congestion
• Colds and Flu's
• Sore throat
• Bronchitis
• Pneumonia
• Respiratory infections
• eczema
• acne
• H Virus’
• Fungus'

External Uses:

as an antibiotic for a wound (but must be diluted to 2 percent with a carrier oil e.g. olive, sunflower, jojoba, grapeseed oil, advacado oil)

Acne

Eczema

Cold sores

Carbunkles

 Open Blisters

Toenail Fingus'

When Blended with lavender essential oil  and either pure grape seed oil and or jojoba carrier oil it is  powerful aid for eczema and acne.

Due to it’s anti fungal properties it works well on toe nail fungus’s especially when properly blended with lavender and tea tree essential oils. 

Antibiotic Resistant Modifiers

"Antibiotic Resistant Modifiers"

TARGET: All Main Systems, 
SURVIVAL: Medicine

There are diseases and illness’  out their that are  antibiotic resistant this means they cannot be treated with antibiotics, simply because the bacteria changes and becomes tolerable to the antibiotic treatment . (in simple form) however there are powerful herbs and I mean powerhouses that are classified as “ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANT MODIFIERS”  these are herbs that make the new bacteria non tolerable to the natural properties within the herb this is achieved through anti oxidation process’ and oxygenation process’ that the herbs also provides. Some process’ may, (depending on the bacteria) need to either inhibit or create a calcium channel(s)

Calcium Channels are molecular structures in the body which allow cells to transmit electrical charges to each other through the calcium channel.

Calcium is a vital signaling molecule that mediates muscle contraction, neurotransmission, gene expression and more. There are two main types of calcium channels; voltage-gated calcium channels, which open in response to changes in membrane potential and ligand-gated calcium channels,

Furthermore, Herbal extraction(s) Essential oils, Tinctures, Concoctions with high levels of concentrated enzymes( achieved through forced distillation and or cold infused (Single, Double, or Triple) or reduction methods to achieve a concentrated extraction aid in in coping with methicillin resistance.


A few powerful herbs that are ( but not limited to!!!):

Antibiotic resistant modifiers are:
Please note these are SUPER powerhouse herbs
Garlic: This herb increases both oxygenation and circulation and has the potential(depending on the bacteria to create calcium channels, This is due to the reaction(s) from acylcine which is a powerful antibody itself.
Lavender: for its anti-microbil  and antibacterial properties
Thyme:This her ha a very high O.R.A.C. level to decrease oxidation as well as provide antibodies to defeat the bacteria while confining it to a specific region. this region calcium channels are inhibited to prevent distribution throughout through these channels while also providing a means for oxidation.
Clove: A powerful antiviral,Antibacterial with anesthetic properties to aid in the relief of stress applied to a main system by slowing and or completed defeating the antibody resistance with its anistetic properties
Cayenne: This herb increases oxygenation of the blood while increasing circulation,creating calcium channels
White willow bark Thin and increases blood flow to deliver larger amounts of oxogen when called for by a main system.
Slippery Elm:this herb provides nutritional support while creating calcium channels
Ginger Root: This is a powerful antiviral that to aids in the relief of stress on all the main systems as well as the skeletal muscular system.
Oregano: for its powerful anti-viral anti-bacterial properties ( primary with greek oregano)
Cinnamon: for its antiseptic properties no virus or bacteria mutation(s) can live within the antiseptic properties of cinnamon.
Goldenseal: for the purity and powerful antiseptic properties
Bee Pollen/Propolis: for its powerful and purest form  of antiseptic properties along with the truest and purest unsynthesized form of B complex vitamins ,Enzymes, amino acids and nutrition(s) this is achieved from the cross pollination patterns of the bees during collection of pollen.This alone helps maintain a healthy Central nervous system and immune system

NOTE:
There are other Antibiotic Resistant Modifier herbs within Traditional, Egyptian, Greek,Chinese and Ayurveda Medicine. Which we will begin to get into VERY SHORTLY!!! These herbs date back over 3,500 years with great success.

References:
Dr Shook
Dr John Christopher  (Garlic)
Dr James Duke, PH.D. (Lavender)
Jethro Kloss 

Research Article
In Vitro Antibacterial and Antibiotic Resistance Modifying Effect of Bioactive Plant Extracts on Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus epidermidis

Herbal Solutions for Nasal Infections

Target: Respiratory System

Survival: Medicine

Herbs for Sinus Infections:

There are some great herbal aids for sinus infections. Teas are the best because of the steam like warmth provide better purification(antiseptic) as well as creating a greater absorption.  mouth rinses are as well good providing anti-septic, anti-bacterial and anti-microbial properties

Sinus infections are primarily caused by toxin overload and create a bacteria haven causing excess mucus. This in tern causes a stress on the respiratory and central nervous system and immune system because now these systems have to work harder to maintain a minimal of good health causing tiredness, fatigue, irritability, headache. and cold like symptoms as well as excessive mucus flow. (nasal drip).

The key to helping a sinus infection is to detox the nasal and bronchial passages from both bacterial and viral and microbial properties then to aid in relief of the mucus membrane from excessive drainage of mucus throughout then to begin the actual healing process.

Also it is important to stay away from all dairy products to reduce any additional enzymes that will create unnecessary mucous and mucous membrane irritation(s)

Some Good herbal teas are as follows:

Echinacea/ Goldenseal: anti-bacterial anti-septic
Thyme: anti-bacterial/ anti- viral
Oregano: Anti-Bacterial, Anti- Viral
Apple Cider vinegar:  antiseptic and demuculant
Cinnamon: ( well diluted and in very small doses) Anti-septic
Licorice root: for its powerful healing properties of membrane walls
Lavender: anti-microbial
Marshmallow Root: demuculant will help sooth irritated membrane walls.

A Powerful Herbal Nasal Spray:

For near imediate relive from nasal infections use the following recipe in a nasal sprayer 2 times daily
You will need:
1 tablespoon of dried godenseal root
1 tablespoon of echinacea root
1 cup of distilled water
Directions:
Bring 1 cup of distilled water to a boil in a non aluminum saucepan add herbs and stir well cover and lower heat to a low simmer for 30 minutes. Let cool and stain 3 times through a coffee filter or a fine cotton cloth.  fill nasal sprayer and breath in through each nostril while spraying into while closing the other nostril.  this can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days before a new batch is needed to be made.

For more severe cases add 1 tablespoon of raw wildflower honey into mixture and completely disolve before adding to sprayer ( when adding honey you do not have to refrigerate and the shelf life will be good for an easy 10 days.
Your sinus' will immediately decongest and clear the nasal and upper nasal passages, this is due to the powerful detox and antiseptic properties in the berberine in the golden seal root. The anti bacterial properties in the echinacea will help with any bacterial infections that may be present and in a very mild way aid in strengthening the immune system subliminally.

A few good mouth rinses:

Thyme, peppermint:This will act as a antiseptic while opening both the nasal and bronchial passages.
Apple Cider Vinegar; For its antibacterial properties and healing properties from the present levels of pectin.

A good mouth rinse/Gargle Recipe for nasal infections:

You will need: 

• 2 tablespoons of dried thyme leaves
• 16 oz. of distilled water
• 3 tablespoons of dried marshmallow root
• 2 drops of Pre-diluted essential oil of oregano to 2 percent 
• 2 tablespoons Apple Cider vinegar
• 2 drops of Pre-diluted essential oil of peppermint  (or 2 tablespoons of dried peppermint leaves)
• 2 tablespoons of dried licorice root herb

Directions: 
Bring  distilled water to a boil and add all dried herbs,  Bring heat to a very low simmer, Place a lid on the pot (any herbal oils distilled will return to the water)
for 30 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool, Press and strain soaked herbs into a sterile jar.

rinse or gargle 2-3 times a day this will also help a sore and irritated throat especially due to mucus drain/drip.

Note if you have blood pressure issues do not use licorice root 

Preparing for a Seasonal Change " Natural Anti biotics

Preparing for a Seasonal Change " Natural Antibiotics"

A list of a few but not limited to Natural Antibiotics:

There are many herbs that have very powerful anti-biotic properties that Kill Bacteria and Viral infections naturally and safely without toxins. Yes this mean no opportunity for addiction.
Many herbs taget the immediate areas necessary with all necessary enzymes to heal and nourish naturally. a few powerful examples are Garlic, Oregano, Thyme, Echinacea, A freshly juiced apple if you drink it immediately(before oxidation process begins contains antiviral properties and many other healing nutrients and enzymes. And as the healing properties begin, the offset nutrients are continuously being applied to the entire system(s) thus providing necessary energy depleted by fatigue due to the stress on the main systems by an infection(s) ( either bacterial or viral). Adding thyme to your food or recipes will help defeat the cold and flus from bothering you often. My Grandmother put it in her soups, Breads, and homemade pastas and other good stuff.
God Bless,

Basic Honey Thyme Bread Recipe

2 1/2 cups of flour
1 package yeast
1 teaspoon thyme 
1/4 teaspoon of salt
1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
1/2 cup Raw Wildflower Honey






Direction:

Dissolve 1 package of yeast into 1 cup of warm water
Mix ALL dry ingredients together well then add water and yeast

Mix well add honey and mix again  then knead let rise for about 1-2 hrs or until doubled in size Knead once again and let rise for additional hr. take 2 tablespoons of wildflower honey and dissolve it in 4 ounces of warm to hot tap water glaze bread and sprinkle with thyme.

preheat oven to 350 and bake for 20-30 minutes until golden brown test with cake tester to make sure bread ids baked all the way through and pulls out dry.










These are simple solutions that are mainly available at your local grocery store or can be grown indoors.

• Garlic
• Oregano
• Thyme
• Clove
• Echinacea has antibacterial and  some antiviral properties
• Goldenseal an natural antiseptic with laxitive properties
• ginger this herb is a powerhouse of antiviral properties and much more for killing both bacterial and viral infections.
• grapefruit seed extract
• grape seed extract
• Raw Wildflower honey the enzymes in this raw unheated honey contains powerful antibiotics and is a natural antiseptic and can be used both internally and externally and is great for burns and to speed up the wound healing process while protecting it from bacterial infections.
  
  

II. Juicing for Antibiotics

Apple Carrot Celery Ginger
2 red delicious apples, 3 carrots, 2 stalks of celery,1 inch piece of Ginger Root.

Apple Celery Ginger Chickweed
2 red delicious apples, 3 carrots, 2 stalks of celery,1 inch piece of Ginger Root, half handful of chickweed
Apple Ginger Pineapple, dandelion
2 red delicious apples, 1 cup of fresh pinaple ,1 inch piece of
Ginger Root, handful of fresh dandelion greens.



 Ginger, Apple, Strawberry Pineapple, Garlic( a antiviral Powerhouse!)
2 red Delicious Apples, 4 large strawberries, 1/2 inch piece of ginger root, 1/4 cup of fresh pineapple, 1/2 clove of fresh garlic, 1/4 wedge of a idaho potato( to blend everything together and smooth out the flavor

Herbal Antibiotic Teas:

Oregano tea;
2 teaspoons of oregano in 8 oz. of boiling water  steeped for no longer than 4 minutes otherwise it will become very bitter in taste you can also add Wildflower honey to taste but not to much.

Echinacea & Goldenseal tea: 1 teaspoons of each herb in 8 oz. of boiling water  steeped for 4-6 minutes otherwise.  you can also add Wildflower honey to taste but not to much.


Thyme tea: and Wash:1 teaspoons of  herb in 8 oz. of boiling water  steeped for 4-6 minutes otherwise.  you can also add Wildflower honey to taste but not to much.
Thyme Wash:Thyme tea cooled without the honey can be used as an antibiotic wash for wounds and also as a mouthwash to kill bacterias. adding 2-3 drops of peppermint essential oil will enhanced its flavor.

Apple Cider Vinegar Garlic, Thyme Tincture A whopper of an antibiotic

You will need:
1/4 teaspoon of fresh raw pressed garlic
4 ounce Organic Raw Unfiltered Apple Cider Vinegar
1 ounce of dried thyme leaves

Directions:
Add all ingredients in a jar shake well cover and place in a dark cool place for 2 weeks shaking daily the do not stain this tincture and the longer you make it infuse the more potent it gets. SHAKE WELL BEFORE EACH USE


Tincture are great because they are concentrates that can be added to unsweetened natural fruit juices and a little goes a long way.