INDEX

Abortifacient herbs, 25

Acrid herbs, 25

Activated charcoal powder, 208

Acupuncture, 93, 231

Adaptogen herbs, 25, 40, 52, 56, 61, 68, 71, 75

Adjuvant herbs, 25

Adrenal tonic herbs, 25

Agrimony (agrimonia eupatoria), 39, 80, 207, 211, 219, 225

Alcohol, 21, 236. See also Tinctures

Alexipharmic herbs, 25

Alfalfa leaf (medicago sativa), 39, 80, 118, 134, 135, 141, 143, 144, 167, 190, 198, 230

Alkaloids, 33, 241

Aloe vera, 162, 185, 190, 195, 220

Alterative herbs, 25, 41, 67

American ginseng root, 201

Analgesic herbs, 25, 49, 52, 63, 66, 74, 77

Anaphrodisiac herbs, 25

Anesthetic herbs, 25

Angelica root (angelica archangelica), 40, 78, 79, 80, 95, 96, 141, 172, 220

Anise seed (pimpinella anisum), 40, 78, 80, 103, 149, 150, 217

Anodyne herbs, 25, 52, 57, 66, 67

Antacid herbs, 25

Anteflexed uterine position, 89

Anteverted uterine position, 89

Antiallergenic herbs, 25

Antiandrogenic herbs, 25

Antianemic herbs, 25

Antiarrhythmic herbs, 25

Antiasthmatic herbs, 25

Antibacterial herbs, 26, 43, 45, 49, 66, 69, 71, 74

Antibilious herbs, 26

Antibiotic herbs, 26

Anticariogenic herbs, 26

Anticatarrhal herbs, 26, 46

Anticoagulant herbs, 26

Antidepressant herbs, 26, 68

Antidiabetic herbs, 26

Antidiarrheal herbs, 26

Antidotal herbs, 26

Antiecchymotic herbs, 26

Antiedematous herbs, 26

Antiemorrhagic herbs, 26

Antifungal herbs, 26, 45

Antihydrotic herbs, 26

Anti-inflammatory herbs, 26, 44, 45, 47, 52, 56, 66, 74, 75, 76, 77

Anti-itch salve, 205

Antilithic herbs, 26, 74

Antimetic herbs, 26

Antimicrobial herbs, 26, 46, 56, 60

Antioxidant herbs, 26, 42, 49, 50, 54, 69, 73, 76

Antiparisitic herbs, 26

Antiperiodic herbs, 26

Antiphlgistic herbs, 26

Antiplatelet herbs, 26

Antiprostatic herbs, 27

Antiprotozoal herbs, 27

Antipsoriatic herbs, 27

Antiputrid herbs, 27

Antipyretic herbs, 27

Antirheumatic herbs, 27, 77

Antiscorbutic herbs, 27

Antiscrofulous herbs, 27

Antiseptic herbs, 27, 56, 65, 70

Antispasmodic herbs, 27, 40, 41, 44, 45, 46, 47, 49, 54, 59, 63, 64, 65, 67, 72, 74, 75, 76

Antithyroid herbs, 27

Antitumor herbs, 27

Antitussive herbs, 27, 67

Antiulcer herbs, 27

Antiviral herbs, 27, 44, 49, 52

Anxiolytic herbs, 27

Aperient herbs, 27, 69

Aphrodisiac chocolate, 164

Aphrodisiac essential oil blend, 164

Aphrodisiac herbs, 27, 40, 68, 72

Appetizing herbs, 27, 48

Apple cider vinegar, 21, 139, 167, 198, 200, 237, 241

Application types, 19

Apricot essential oil, 23, 133, 207

Argan oil, 187

Arnica, 149, 150

Aromatic herbs, 27, 40, 69

Artichoke leaf, 80, 215

Ashwagandha (withania somnifera), 40, 79, 80, 143, 144, 147, 148, 163, 164, 201, 202, 224

Astragalus (astragalus membranaceus), 41, 79, 147, 148, 149, 150, 202

Astringent herbs, 27, 39, 45, 49, 56, 59, 63, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 74, 76

Atrophic vaginitis, 158

Attenuant herbs, 27

Avocado oil, 23, 195

Bacterial infections, 112

Bacterial vaginosis wash, 113

Balm, headache, 106

Balsam, 27

Barberry, 78, 80, 103, 104, 207, 229

Basil, 79, 133, 143, 149, 192

Baths. See also Sitz baths

essential oil blend for, 118

herbal, for pregnancy, 145

for hot flashes, 171

Bed sores, 242

Beeswax, 24, 111, 161, 194, 195, 204, 205, 225, 240

Beet powder, 149, 150

Bentonite clay, 188, 200

Bergamot oil, 109

Birth control, 93, 116

Bitter herbs, 27, 40, 42, 47, 52, 54, 57, 59, 62, 76

Black cohosh (cimicifuga racemose), 41, 78, 79, 80, 98, 99, 105, 106, 132, 133, 141, 147, 165, 166, 167, 169, 170, 216

Black walnut hull, 80, 114, 205, 229

Bladder health, 227

herbs for, 80

Bladder tonic, 27

Blessed thistle (Cnicus benedictus), 42, 78, 79, 105, 106, 149, 151

Bloating, 102

Blood building syrup, 150

Blood deficiency, 105

Bloodroot, 119

Blueberry (Vaccinium SPP), 42, 137

Blue cohosh (caulophyllum thalictroides), 43, 78, 79, 134, 135, 139, 140, 147

Blue vervain, 78, 103, 104, 136

Bone health, 79, 167

Boneset powder, 206

Borage leaf, 79, 169, 170, 192

Boric acid, 112, 116

Boswellia, 78, 101, 203

Bradycardic herbs, 27

Brain health tincture, 201

Brain support, 79, 160, 174

Brandy, 201

Breastfeeding, 117, 151

Breast health, 80, 221

Breast tenderness, 78, 101

Breath freshener spray, 144

Bromelain powder, 119

Bronchospasmolytic herbs, 27

Buchu (Agathosma betulina), 43, 80, 227

Bugleweed herbs, 80, 229

Bupleurum (Bupleurum falcatum), 44, 79, 80, 95, 96, 169, 170, 215, 216

Burdock root/seed (Arctium lappa), 44, 78, 79, 80, 95, 97, 98, 99, 118, 132, 133, 134, 135, 137, 138, 141, 169, 171, 200, 202, 215, 227

Cacao powder, 220

Calamus root, 78, 102

Calcium, 167

Calendula flower (Calendula officinalis), 45, 78, 79, 80, 110, 111, 112, 113, 115, 143, 149, 150, 161, 187, 194, 197, 204, 205, 222

Calendula oils, 144, 195

California poppy (Eschscholzia californica), 45, 78, 79, 80, 98, 99, 164, 204, 225

Calmative herbs, 27, 60

Cancer preventative herbs, 28

Candida albicans, 114

Capsules, 22

about, 237

brain boost, 175

breast comfort, 101

cold and flu, 206

dosing guidelines, 246

endocrine support, 166

endometrial anti-inflammatory, 138

for fertility, 142

heartburn support, 217

for joints, 203

making, 238

menopause mood, 173

mineral, 167

for PCOS, 136

for thinning hair, 176

thyroid support, 229

for yeast infections, 116

Caraway, 78, 102

Cardamom, 79, 163, 164

Cardiac health, 80, 231

Cardiac herbs, 28

Cardioprotective herbs, 28

Cardiotonic herbs, 28, 57

Carminative herbs, 28, 40, 46, 47, 48, 53, 56, 59

Carrier oils, 189

Carrot seed oil, 195

Castile soap, 185

Castor oil, 134, 136, 138, 178, 190, 197

Castor oil packs

for bloating, 102

for digestive health, 219

for hot flashes, 171

for liver health, 214, 215

for menstrual complaints, 97

for stomachaches, 207

Cathartic (herbs), 28, 66, 71

Catnip essential oil, 207

Catnip leaf (Nepeta cataria), 46, 79, 80, 143, 145, 147, 148, 218, 219, 224, 225, 227, 232

Caustic herbs, 28

Cayenne (Capsicum minimum), 46, 79, 139, 174, 175, 201, 232

Cayenne Mistletoe, 78

Cedarwood essential oil, 186, 195

Celery seed (Apium graveolens), 46, 225

Cell salts, 96, 98

Cephalic herbs, 28

Cervical cap, 117

Cervical dysplasia, 119

Cervix, 158

Chamomile essential oil, 99, 194, 200

Chamomile flower (Matricaria recutita), 47, 78, 80, 95, 100, 103, 104, 107, 108, 118, 134, 141, 143, 145, 146, 161, 169, 170, 172, 187, 189, 195, 197, 203, 206, 207, 211, 217, 219, 222, 228

Chamomile leaf tincture, 232

Chamomile tincture, 226

Chaparral leaf, 178, 205

Charcoal powder, 186, 208

Chickweed (Stellaria media), 48, 78, 79, 80, 111, 112, 113, 115, 134, 167, 169, 171, 172, 173, 228, 242

Chicory root (Cichorium intybus), 48, 226

Children, 124, 241, 246

Chinese medicine, 105, 124, 126, 129, 214, 231

Chocolate, herbal aphrodisiac, 164

Cholagogue herbs, 28, 39, 44, 48, 51, 74, 76

Choleretic herbs, 28

Cinnamon, 97, 163

Cinnamon bark (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), 49, 78, 79, 95, 103, 132, 133, 139

Cinnamon chips, 140, 201, 202

Cinnamon essential oil, 144

Circulatory stimulant herbs, 28

Clary sage oils, 109, 118, 136

Cleavers (Galium aparine), 49, 78, 79, 80, 101, 136, 169, 171, 222, 228, 229

Clove essential oil, 144, 208, 210

Clove fruit, 143

Cloves, 145, 202, 205, 210

Coagulant herbs, 28

Coconut oil, 144, 162, 186, 195, 200

Cognition enhancing herbs, 28

Colds, 206

Collaging, 18

Coltsfoot leaf, 209

Comfrey leaf (Symphytum officinale), 50, 78, 79, 80, 112, 115, 143, 145, 146, 149, 150, 161, 162, 167, 178, 187, 192, 194, 204, 222

Constipation, 145, 220

Cordial herbs, 28

Cordials, 202, 236

Corn silk (Zea mays), 51, 80, 134, 135, 228

Corrective herbs, 28

Cough syrup, 209

Counterirritant herbs, 28

Crampbark (Viburnum opulus), 49, 78, 98, 99, 134, 140, 147, 148

Cramps/cramping, 98

Cranesbill (Geranium maculatum), 50, 80, 218, 219

C-section topical treatment, 150

Culinary herbs, 28

Cuticle rescue oil, 197

Cypress essential oil, 133

Cystitis, 227

Daily self-care, 15

Damiana leaf, 79, 163, 201, 164

Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale), 51, 78, 79, 80, 101, 102, 103, 132, 133, 137, 167, 174, 175, 177, 215, 216, 222, 228

Dawning (life phase), 84

Demulcent herbs, 28, 44, 48, 50, 61, 62, 64, 66, 67, 72, 73

Deobstruent herbs, 28

Depressant herbs, 28

Depression, postpartum, 151

Detergent herbs, 28

Detersive herbs, 28

Devil’s claw (Harpagophytum procumbens), 52, 203

Diaphoretic herbs, 28, 43, 46, 56, 63, 65, 67, 70, 76

Diarrhea, 207, 219

Digestion, 182, 183

Digestive stimulant herbs, 28

Digestive support, 40, 48, 80, 216

Disinfectant herbs, 29

Diuretic herbs, 29, 39, 41, 43, 44, 48, 49, 51, 56, 57, 58, 61, 62, 63, 65, 66, 70, 71, 73, 74

Dong Quai (Angelica sinensis), 52, 78, 79, 95, 96, 97, 137, 141, 165, 202, 215, 216

Dopamine agonist (herbs), 29

Dosing guidelines, 246

Dried crampbark, 99

Earache oil, 205

Ecbolic herbs, 29

Echinacea, 112, 113, 206, 208, 216, 219, 228

Elderberry, 80, 137, 149, 150, 208, 222

Elderflower, 79, 115, 143, 146, 161, 178, 206

Eleuthero root (Eleutherococcus senticosus), 52, 79, 80, 165, 166, 172, 173, 224, 230

Elixir, long life, 201

Emetic herbs, 29

Emmenagogue herbs, 29, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 45, 47, 52, 60, 63, 69, 75

Emollient herbs, 29, 50, 62, 73

Endometriosis, 78, 137

Energetic theory of the cycles of the female, 124

Escharotic treatment, 119

Essential oil blends

aphrodisiac, 164

for mood swings, 109

to reduce fibroid growth, 133

for reducing fibroid growth, 133

for stomachaches, 207

for vaginal dryness, 161

for your breasts, 222

Essential oils, 23, 34, 238. See also individual names of essential oils

Estrogen, 86, 96, 99, 158

Estrogenic herbs, 67, 159

Estrogen modulating herbs, 29

Ethnopharmacology, 33

Eucalyptus leaf, 210

Evening primrose oil, 200

Exanthematous herbs, 29

Exercise, 16

Expectorant herbs, 29, 41, 48, 61, 66, 67

Facial skin recipes, 185

False unicorn root tincture, 136

Febrifuge herbs, 29

Female tonic herbs, 29

Fennel essential oil, 207

Fennel seed (Foeniculum vulgare), 53, 78, 79, 80, 102, 132, 143, 145, 149, 151, 217, 218, 219, 220, 229

Fenugreek seed (Trigonella foenum-graecum), 53, 79, 80, 149, 151, 218, 227

Fertility, 79, 141

Fibroids, 78, 131

First-aid recipes, 204

Flaky scalp treatment, 200

Flower Essence Society, 109

Flu, capsules for the, 206

Follicular phase of menstruation, 86

Follicular stimulating hormone (FSH), 86

Fomentation, 22

about, 243

calm bleeding, 140

for sprained ankle, 243

Fo-ti herb/root, 199, 202

Frankincense oils, 109, 133, 144, 185, 188, 194

French green clay, 188, 189, 222

Fulfillment (life phase), 154

Galactogogue herbs, 29, 42, 53, 57, 72

Galegine, 55

Garlic, 205

Gastric stimulant herbs, 29

Gentian root (Gentiana lutea), 54, 80, 217, 218, 220

Geranium, 136, 143, 145

Ginger, 80, 163, 203, 220, 231

Ginger essential oil, 102

Ginger root (Zingiber officinale), 54, 78, 79, 103, 118, 132, 133, 140, 141, 143, 145, 147, 202, 206, 210, 217, 218, 226

Gingko (Ginkgo biloba), 55, 79, 80, 201

Gingko leaf, 78, 107, 108, 169, 174, 175, 176, 201, 210, 226, 232

Glycosides, 33

Goat’s-Rue (Galega officinalis), 55, 79, 149, 151

Goldenrod leaf (Solidago virgaurea, Solidago canadensis), 56, 80, 228

Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis), 56, 78, 80, 112, 114, 116, 206, 218, 228

Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica), 56, 79, 174, 226

Grapefruit essential oil, 186, 192, 222

Grapeseed oil, 23, 144, 146

Gravel root, 134

Gray hair treatments, 199

Green goddess oil cleanser, 187

Green tea, 79, 167, 176, 191

Hallucinogen herbs, 29

Hand creams, 195

Hand salve, 194

Hawthorn berry, leaf, and flowers (Crataegus oxyacantha, Crataegus monogyna), 57, 79, 80, 103, 104, 137, 167, 172, 173, 174, 175, 202, 203, 204, 226, 231, 232

Headaches, 105

Heartburn support capsules, 217

Heart palpitations, 232

Heavy bleeding, 79, 139

Helichrysum essential oil, 161, 188

Hemostatic herbs, 29, 66

Hemp oil, 23, 187

Hepatic herbs, 29, 39, 40, 44, 52, 54, 62, 74, 76

Hepatoprorestorative herbs, 29

Hepatoprotective herbs, 29

Herbal actions, 24, 25

Herbal awakening, 10

Herbal bio constituents, 24, 33

Herbalists, 18

Herbal oil cleanser, 187

Herbal oils, 23, 238

Herb journal, 38

Herbs. See also individual names of herbs

for gray hair treatment, 199

learning about, 10, 14

for toners, 193

where to purchase quality, 247

Hibiscus, 79, 80, 169, 170, 231

Holy basil, 79, 110, 202

Honey, 96, 125, 139, 150, 164, 190, 209, 220, 241

Hop flowers (Humulus Iupulus), 57, 78, 79, 80, 149, 151, 225, 226

Hops, 106, 172, 173, 203, 204

Hops strobiles, 98, 99, 105

Horehound leaf, 209

Hormonal imbalances, 105, 130

Hormone balance, skin health and, 183

Hormone balancing herbs, 70

Hormone liver support tincture, 216

Hormone regulation, 79, 160

Hormones

during menopause, 155

menstruation and, 86

Hormone tonics, 78, 103, 133

Horse chestnuts, 177, 178

Horsetail, 79, 137, 138, 167, 176, 177, 194, 197

Hot flashes, 79, 169

Human papillomavirus (HPV), 119

Hydragogue herbs, 29

Hydrosol, 192, 195, 196

Hypertensive herbs, 29

Hypnotic herbs, 29

Hypocholesterolemic herbs, 29

Hypoglycemic herbs, 26, 29

Hypolipidemic herbs, 29

Hypotensive herbs, 29, 57

Ice pops, morning sickness herbal, 143

Immune depressant herbs, 30

Immune enhancing herbs, 30

Immune modulating herbs, 30

Immune-stimulant herbs, 73

Immunostimulant herbs, 41, 52, 66, 68

In-grown hairs, 200

Insecticidal, 30

Intramural fibroids, 131

Irregular menses, 16

Irritant herbs, 30, 67

Isoflavones, 159

Jasmine flowers, 79, 145

Jing, 124

Joints, capsules for, 203

Jojoba oil, 23, 146, 161, 185, 188, 222

Journal/journaling, 17, 38, 88, 94, 236

Juniper berry/oil, 186, 205

Kava (Piper methysticum), 58, 79, 80, 225, 226

Kelp (Ascophyllum nodosum), 58, 79, 80, 141, 142, 176, 229

Kundalini yoga, 16

Labor support, 147

Lady’s Mantle (Alchemilla vulgaris), 59, 78, 80, 100, 118, 195, 227

Language, herbal, 24

Lavender flower (Lavandula officinalis), 59, 78, 79, 105, 106, 107, 108, 111, 112, 115, 116, 143, 145, 146, 169, 171, 178, 188, 189, 192, 200, 204, 224, 228

Lavender hydrosol, 195

Lavender oils, 109, 118, 136, 197, 204, 207, 240

Laxative herbs, 30, 64, 67, 73

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis), 60, 78, 79, 80, 101, 103, 104, 107, 109, 118, 144, 165, 166, 172, 195, 210, 226, 229

Lemon essential oil, 197, 208

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus), 60, 79, 80, 95, 96, 107, 108, 143, 145, 191, 211, 219

Lemongrass essential oil, 187, 195

Lemon peel, 193, 200

Let It Rain oil cleanser, 187

Libido, 79, 160, 163

Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra), 61, 79, 80, 98, 99, 132, 141, 163, 164, 165, 166, 174, 175, 201, 209, 218, 220, 224, 226, 230

Linden leaf and flower, 79, 169, 170, 174

Liniments, 30

poison oak/ivy, 206

for sore muscles, 210

Lithotriptic/antilithic (herbs), 30

Liver balancing, herbs for, 80

Liver health, 214

Liver insufficiency, 105

Liver, the, 182

Living (life phase), 122

Lobelia, 79, 80, 105, 106, 174, 175, 230

Local anesthetic, 30

Longevity, 201

Long life elixir, 201

Lubrication, vaginal, 162

Luteal phase of menstruation, 86

Luteinizing hormone (LH), 87

Lycii berry, 147, 148

Lymphatic herbs, 30

Maca Latte, 104

Maca root (Lepidium meyenii), 61, 79, 80, 103, 141, 163, 165, 169, 226, 232

Magnesium cell salts, 96, 98

Male tonic herbs, 30

Mantras, chanting of, 16

Marshmallow root (Althea officinalis), 62, 80, 112, 169, 170, 187, 209, 216, 218, 220, 228

Massage oil

breast health, 222

pregnancy, 146

during pregnancy, 144

scalp, for thinning hair, 176

Materia medica, herbal, 15

Maturative herbs, 30

Mayan abdominal massage, 17, 89

Meditation, 172

Melissa essential oil, 193

Menopause, 154

Menstrual cycle/menstruation

about, 86

connecting with your emotions during, 88

having positive conversations about, 84

herbs for painful, 78

herbs for regulating, 78

“normal,” 88

painful, 98

phases of, 86

regulating, 95

Menstrual journal, 88, 94

Menstruum, 21

Menthol crystals, 210

Milk thistle (Silybum marianum), 62, 78, 98, 99, 137, 215

Milky Oat Tops, 80

Mineral face-lift, 190

Mineral nourishment, 160

Mint, dried, 192

Miracle grains, 188

Mistletoe, 79, 139, 140

Mood swings, 78, 107

Morning sickness, 143

Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca), 63, 78, 80, 95, 96, 118, 136, 137, 147, 148, 149, 151, 229, 231

Mouth rinse extract, 210

Mucilaginous herbs, 30

Mucolytic herbs, 30

Mucoprotective herbs, 30

Mucous membrane tonic (herbs), 30

Mugwort leaf, 206

Mullein flowers/leaf, 80, 190, 205, 209, 230

Muscle liniment, 210

Mydriatic herbs, 30

Myrrh, 78, 112, 116, 193, 197

Nail health, 197

Narcotic herbs, 30

Nausea, 143

Nauseate herbs, 30

Nephritic herbs, 30

Neroli essential oil, 222

Nervine herbs, 30, 40, 41, 45, 47, 49, 56, 57, 60, 63, 64, 65, 69, 72, 74

Nettle leaf (Urtica dioica), 63, 78, 79, 80, 95, 97, 101, 132, 134, 135, 143, 144, 149, 150, 151, 165, 167, 174, 176, 197, 198, 215, 225, 227, 228, 230

Neuroprotective herbs, 30

Nipple health, 222

Nutmeg, 163, 164

Nutritive herbs, 31, 48

Oat straw (Avena sativa), 64, 79, 80, 103, 104, 105, 106, 141, 149, 151, 225, 226

Odontalgic herbs, 31

Oil blends. See Essential oil blends

Olive oil, 111, 138, 204, 205, 222, 230

Ophthalmic herbs, 31

Orange essential oil, 144, 230

Orange peel, 132, 141, 143, 145, 188, 220

Oregon grape root (Mahonia aquifolium), 64, 78, 80, 132, 133, 136, 207, 219, 228

Organizations, herbal, 248

Osteoporosis, 160, 167

Ovarian cysts, 78, 134

Ovarian tonic herbs, 31

Ovulation, 86, 87

Oxytocic herbs, 31, 43

Pain, menstruation, 78, 98

Parasitic herbs, 31

Parsley, 80, 198, 200, 229

Partridgeberry (Mitchella repens), 65, 78, 79, 95, 97, 98, 99, 103, 104, 141, 142, 165, 166

Parturient herbs, 31

Partus preparator herbs, 31

Passionflower leaf (Passiflora incarnata), 65, 78, 79, 80, 107, 108, 118, 141, 163, 164, 211, 224, 225

Pau D’Arco, 78, 112, 116

PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome), 78, 93, 135

Pectoral herbs, 31

Pelvic floor, 91

Peppermint, 78, 79, 95, 100, 102, 105, 106, 112, 116, 134, 135, 141, 142, 143, 144, 167, 169, 170, 178, 192, 203, 205, 206, 208, 210, 211, 228

Perimenopause, 156

Perineum stretch oil, 146

Peripheral vasodilator herbs, 31

Pharmacognosy, 10, 33

Phenols, 33

Phytochemicals, 33

Phytoestrogen herbs, 159

Pipsissewa (Chimaphila umbellata), 65, 80, 227, 228

Plantain leaf/oil (Plantago major, Plantago lanceolata), 66, 78, 80, 112, 115, 137, 138, 186, 187, 193, 194, 200, 206, 218, 242

PMS symptoms, 87

Poison herbs, 31

Poison oak/ivy liniment, 206

Poke root, 66, 78, 80, 134, 221, 222

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), 78, 93, 135

Poplar buds/oil (Populus spp), 66, 78, 106, 137, 138, 149, 150

Positive feminine practices, 15

Postpartum, 79, 149

Potassium blast tea, 135

Poultices

about, 21, 242

anti-itch pack, 115

dosing guidelines, 246

for heavy bleeding, 140

for yellow jacket sting, 242

Pregnancy, 79, 143

Preparation types, 19

Pre-PMS symptoms, 87

Prickly ash bark (Zanthoxylum americanum), 67, 78, 137, 138

Progesterone, 44, 75, 76, 86, 87, 96, 105, 159

Progestogenic herbs, 31

Prolactin inhibitor herbs, 31

Prolapse, 160, 177

Protozoicidal (herbs), 31

Psyllium Seed (Plantago ovato), 67

Pulmonary herbs, 31

Pungent herbs, 31

Purgative herbs, 31, 71

Pyrrolizidines, 50, 51

Raspberry pieces, dried, 231

Raw sugar, 200

Red clay, 188

Red clover (Trifolium pratense), 67, 80, 187, 215

Red raspberry leaf (Rubus idaeus), 68, 78, 79, 80, 100, 137, 143, 144, 147, 148, 149, 151, 177, 178, 190, 207, 227

Red wine, 202

Refrigerant herbs, 31

Reishi mushrooms, 79, 176

Relaxant herbs, 44, 45

Retroflexed uterine position, 89

Retroverted uterine position, 89

Rhodiola bark (Rhodiola rosea), 68, 79, 80, 118, 165, 166, 224

Rooibos, 79, 174

Rose essential oil, 99, 146, 150, 161, 187, 191

Rosehip powder/oils, 79, 144, 167, 168, 185, 195

Rosehips, 69, 79, 80, 95, 96, 149, 150, 231

Rose hydrosol, 192, 195

Rosemary leaf/oil, 79, 106, 110, 143, 145, 146, 149, 169, 171, 174, 175, 176, 192, 193, 198, 201, 222

Rosen therapy, 91

Rose petals (Rosa gallica var. officinalis), 69, 78, 79, 80, 110, 111, 112, 141, 142, 143, 145, 146, 149, 163, 187, 188, 191, 197, 222, 224

Roses (dried), 115, 189

Rosewood oil, 164

Rubbing alcohol, 206

Rubefacient herbs, 31, 46

Sachet, for sleep, 145

Safflower, 80, 232

Sage (Salvia officinalis), 69, 79, 165, 169, 170, 171, 172, 173, 174, 201, 208

Salves

about, 24, 240

anti-itch, 205

basic first-aid, 204

for the hands, 194

recipe for basic, 240

tummy tension, 225

vaginal fissure, 111

vaginal tissue healer, 161

Sandalwood essential oil, 188

Saponins, 33

Sassafras (Sassafras albidum), 70, 79, 141

Saw palmetto berry (Serenoa serrulata), 70, 78, 80, 137, 138, 140, 216

Schizandra (Schisandra chinensis), 71, 78, 79, 80, 107, 141, 147, 148, 149, 150, 176, 224

Schools, herbal, 248

Sedative herbs, 31, 40, 45, 46, 47, 57, 59, 63, 65, 72

Senna Leaf (Cassia marilandica), 71, 80, 220

Serum, herbal facial, 188

Sexual tonic herbs, 31

Shakti women, 17

Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), 72, 78, 79, 100, 163, 169

Shea butter, 195

Shepherd’s Purse (Capsella bursa-pastoris), 72, 78, 79, 100, 132, 133, 139, 140

Shock Tea, 139

Sialogogue herbs, 31

Silk tassel, 78, 98, 99

Sitz baths, 22, 113, 149, 243

Skin cleansers, facial, 185

Skin glow tincture, 16

Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora), 72, 78, 79, 80, 107, 109, 141, 147, 148, 149, 151, 172, 173, 174, 203, 211, 217, 224, 225, 226, 232

Sleep

herbal sachet for, 145

herbs for, 79, 172

skin health and, 182

tea for, 203

tincture, 173, 204

Sleep support, 160

Slippery Elm Bark (Ulmus rubra), 73, 78, 80, 112, 116, 134, 220

Societies, herbal, 248

Solubility, tinctures and, 21

Soporific herbs, 31

Sore throat spray, 208

Soup packet, herbal, 148

Spasmolytic (herbs), 31

Spa treatment, facial glow, 193

Spearmint leaf/oil, 100, 144, 215

Specific (herbs), 32

Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis), 73, 79, 80, 141, 142, 165, 166, 172, 173, 174, 175, 176, 230

Spotting between periods, 78, 100

Sprained ankle fomentation, 243

Sternutatory herbs, 32

Stimulant herbs, 32, 40, 42, 46, 54, 58, 59, 63, 67, 70

St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum), 74, 78, 79, 107, 108, 109, 137, 138, 149, 150, 151, 167, 172, 210

Stomachaches, essential oil blend for, 207

Stomachic herbs, 32, 46, 51, 54, 69

Storage tips, 236

Stress, 160

health of the vagina and, 160

herbs for, 79, 80, 172

hormonal, 88

recipes for, 224

stress attacks, 223

Styptic herbs, 32, 50, 72

Submucosal fibroids, 131

Subserosal fibroids, 131

Sudorific herbs, 32

Sugar scrub, 200

Sweet almond oil, 23, 195, 197

Sweet apricot oil, 207

Sweet orange oil, 109, 230

Syrups

about, 241

basic recipe for, 241

cough, 209

herbal blood building, 150

Tea(s)

bags vs. bulk, 20

for bladder infections, 228

for bloating, 102

for breast tenderness, 101

for calm, 142

for centering, 172

children having, 124

for digestive support, 216

dosages for medicinal, 245, 246

fertility, 141

guide to steeping, 245

for halting fibroids, 132

for head colds, 206

for healthy digestion, 217

for heart health, 231

heart health tonic, 231

for heavy bleeding, 139

for hormone support, 104

for hot flashes, 170

for labor, 148

libido tonic, 163

for liver health, 215

for memory, 174

for mood swings, 108

osteoporosis fighting, 167

potassium blast, 135

during pregnancy, 143, 144, 145

promoting calmness, 211

reasons for drinking, 244

for regulating your menses, 95

for sleep, 203

for spotting between periods, 100

for stress, 224, 226

supporting breast milk production, 151

yeast free, 116

Tea tree essential oil, 113, 114, 200

Terpenes, 34

Testosterone, 86

Thinning hair, 79, 160, 176

Thyme leaf/oil, 133, 187, 200, 208

Thyroid health, 229

Thyroid stimulant herbs, 32

Thyroid support, herbs for, 80

Tinctures

about, 236

balancing the hormones, 165

basic recipe for, 237

for bladder support, 227

for bloating, 103

for brain health, 201

for brain support, 175

for circulation support, 232

cramping relief, 99

for diarrhea, 207

for digestive health, 218

for digestive support, 220

dosing guidelines, 246

for endometriosis, 137

for excessive menstrual bleeding, 133

for fertility, 142

fibroid growth halter, 132

fibroid hormone balance, 133

for headaches, 106

for hormone support, 104

for hot flashes, 169, 170

for labor, 148

for libido, 164

for liver health, 215, 216

for osteoporosis, 167

overview, 21

for PCOS, 136

post-delivery recovery, 150

postpartum, 150, 151

for regulating menses, 96, 97

for sleep, 173, 204

for spotting, 100

for stress, 224, 225, 226

for thyroid support, 229, 230

for urinary tract infections, 228

Tissue perfusion enhancing herbs, 32

Toners (facial), 192

Tonic herbs, 32, 39, 40, 42, 44, 49, 51, 52, 56, 58, 62, 63, 65, 67, 68, 72, 75

Tonics, 20

for cramping, 99

for hair health, 198

for longevity, 202

for mood swings, 109

Topical treatments, 21. See also Essential oil blends; Fomentation; Massage oil; Poultices; Salves

for C-sections, 150

for endometriosis, 138

herbal infused castor oil, 134

for PCOS, 136

Topical washes, 23, 243

Toxic herbs, 32

Trauma, 91

Tribulus, 78, 79, 103, 104, 163, 165

TSH Antagonist (herbs), 32

Turmeric powder, 190, 203

Turmeric root (Curcuma longa), 74, 78, 79, 101, 103, 105, 106, 112, 132, 137, 138, 172, 173, 174, 175, 210

Urinary antiseptic herbs, 32

Urinary demulcent herbs, 32

Urinary tract infections, 228

Usnea lichen, 78, 112, 114, 116

Uterine positioning, 89

Uterine sedative herbs, 32

Uterine tonic herbs, 76

Uva ursi (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi), 74, 80, 177, 228

Vaginal health, 79, 110, 160, 161

Vaginal infections, 112

Vaginal itching, 115

Vaginal ring, 117

Vaginal steam, 110

Valerian, dried, 106

Valerian root, 78, 98, 99, 105

Vanilla bean, 79, 163

Vasoconstrictor herbs, 32, 72

Vasodilator herbs, 32, 56

Vasoprotective herbs, 32

Vegetable glycerin, 21, 208, 237

Venotonic herbs, 32

Vermicide herbs, 32

Vermifuge herbs, 32

Vesicant herbs, 32

Vetiver essential oil, 222

Vitamin E oil, 161, 194, 195, 197

Vitex berry (Vitex agnus-castus), 75, 78, 95, 96, 100, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 109, 118, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 141, 142, 149, 151, 165, 166

Vitex tea, 14

Vodka, 208, 236

Volatile oils, 23, 34, 53, 60

Vulnerary herbs, 32, 49, 56, 59

Walking, 16

Weight reducing herbs, 32

White oak bark, 78, 80, 98, 99, 206, 210, 215

White peony (Paeonia albiflora), 75, 78, 134, 135

White willow bark, 78, 105, 106, 210

Wild cherry bark, 80, 209, 232

Wild yam (Dioscorea villosa), 76, 78, 79, 80, 98, 99, 132, 133, 136, 141, 169, 170, 172, 173, 216

Witch hazel extract, 192, 193, 210, 243

Women

positive feminine practices, 15

strengthening and unifying communities of, 10

Wood betony, 78, 79, 107, 109, 172

Wormwood, 134

Xenoestrogens, 131, 160

Yarrow flower(s), 78, 79, 112, 113, 116, 169, 171, 206

Yeast infections, 78, 114

Yellow dock (Rumex crispus), 76, 78, 79, 95, 96, 97, 132, 133, 136, 149, 150, 165, 166, 167, 215, 216

Yellow jacket sting poultice, 242

Ylang-ylang essential oil, 99, 118, 136, 161, 164

Yoga, 16

Yogurt, 115

Yucca (Yucca spp.), 77