Abortifacient herbs, 25
Acrid herbs, 25
Activated charcoal powder, 208
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
Aloe vera, 162, 185, 190, 195, 220
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
Anticoagulant herbs, 26
Antidiabetic herbs, 26
Antidiarrheal herbs, 26
Antidotal herbs, 26
Antiecchymotic herbs, 26
Antiedematous herbs, 26
Antiemorrhagic herbs, 26
Antihydrotic herbs, 26
Anti-inflammatory herbs, 26, 44, 45, 47, 52, 56, 66, 74, 75, 76, 77
Anti-itch salve, 205
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
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
Antiulcer herbs, 27
Antiviral herbs, 27, 44, 49, 52
Anxiolytic herbs, 27
Aphrodisiac chocolate, 164
Aphrodisiac essential oil blend, 164
Aphrodisiac herbs, 27, 40, 68, 72
Apple cider vinegar, 21, 139, 167, 198, 200, 237, 241
Application types, 19
Apricot essential oil, 23, 133, 207
Argan oil, 187
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
Bacterial infections, 112
Bacterial vaginosis wash, 113
Balm, headache, 106
Balsam, 27
Barberry, 78, 80, 103, 104, 207, 229
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
Bergamot oil, 109
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
Boneset powder, 206
Borage leaf, 79, 169, 170, 192
Bradycardic herbs, 27
Brain health tincture, 201
Brandy, 201
Breath freshener spray, 144
Bromelain powder, 119
Bronchospasmolytic herbs, 27
Buchu (Agathosma betulina), 43, 80, 227
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
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
California poppy (Eschscholzia californica), 45, 78, 79, 80, 98, 99, 164, 204, 225
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
Cardiac herbs, 28
Cardioprotective herbs, 28
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 menstrual complaints, 97
for stomachaches, 207
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
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
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
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 bark (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), 49, 78, 79, 95, 103, 132, 133, 139
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
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
Cordial herbs, 28
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
Gravel root, 134
Gray hair treatments, 199
Green goddess oil cleanser, 187
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
Helichrysum essential oil, 161, 188
Hepatic herbs, 29, 39, 40, 44, 52, 54, 62, 74, 76
Hepatoprorestorative herbs, 29
Hepatoprotective herbs, 29
Herbal awakening, 10
Herbal bio constituents, 24, 33
Herbalists, 18
Herbal oil cleanser, 187
Herb journal, 38
Herbs. See also individual names of herbs
for gray hair treatment, 199
for toners, 193
where to purchase quality, 247
Hibiscus, 79, 80, 169, 170, 231
Honey, 96, 125, 139, 150, 164, 190, 209, 220, 241
Hop flowers (Humulus Iupulus), 57, 78, 79, 80, 149, 151, 225, 226
Horehound leaf, 209
Hormone balance, skin health and, 183
Hormone balancing herbs, 70
Hormone liver support tincture, 216
Hormones
during menopause, 155
menstruation and, 86
Horsetail, 79, 137, 138, 167, 176, 177, 194, 197
Human papillomavirus (HPV), 119
Hydragogue herbs, 29
Hypertensive herbs, 29
Hypnotic herbs, 29
Hypocholesterolemic herbs, 29
Hypolipidemic herbs, 29
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
Isoflavones, 159
Jing, 124
Joints, capsules for, 203
Jojoba oil, 23, 146, 161, 185, 188, 222
Journal/journaling, 17, 38, 88, 94, 236
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
Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus), 60, 79, 80, 95, 96, 107, 108, 143, 145, 191, 211, 219
Lemongrass essential oil, 187, 195
Let It Rain oil cleanser, 187
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
Lymphatic herbs, 30
Maca Latte, 104
Maca root (Lepidium meyenii), 61, 79, 80, 103, 141, 163, 165, 169, 226, 232
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
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
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
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
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
Ovarian tonic herbs, 31
Parasitic herbs, 31
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
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
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
Potassium blast tea, 135
Poultices
anti-itch pack, 115
dosing guidelines, 246
for heavy bleeding, 140
for yellow jacket sting, 242
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
Protozoicidal (herbs), 31
Psyllium Seed (Plantago ovato), 67
Pulmonary herbs, 31
Pungent herbs, 31
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
Retroflexed uterine position, 89
Retroverted uterine position, 89
Rhodiola bark (Rhodiola rosea), 68, 79, 80, 118, 165, 166, 224
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
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
Rosewood oil, 164
Rubbing alcohol, 206
Sachet, for sleep, 145
Sage (Salvia officinalis), 69, 79, 165, 169, 170, 171, 172, 173, 174, 201, 208
Salves
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
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
skin health and, 182
tea for, 203
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
hormonal, 88
recipes for, 224
stress attacks, 223
Submucosal fibroids, 131
Subserosal fibroids, 131
Sudorific herbs, 32
Sugar scrub, 200
Sweet almond oil, 23, 195, 197
Sweet apricot oil, 207
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
supporting breast milk production, 151
yeast free, 116
Tea tree essential oil, 113, 114, 200
Terpenes, 34
Testosterone, 86
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 labor, 148
for libido, 164
for osteoporosis, 167
overview, 21
for PCOS, 136
post-delivery recovery, 150
for spotting, 100
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
Toxic herbs, 32
Trauma, 91
Tribulus, 78, 79, 103, 104, 163, 165
TSH Antagonist (herbs), 32
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
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
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
Yarrow flower(s), 78, 79, 112, 113, 116, 169, 171, 206
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