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Introducing Herbal Medicine

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INTRODUCTION

Every pharmaceutical drug is processed through the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) to make sure the drug is safe. However, the FDA does not consider herbal medicine as an official drug but rather, a dietary supplement for complementary therapy.

Herbalism can be so much more than a supplement taken for healthcare treatments and practices.

Herbal medicine is more beneficial to the human body compared to the traditional pharmaceutical drug, by being the first medicine practice in the world, having a variety of natural resources, and less of an effect on our bodies.

First records

The first record of herbal medicine was created and used by the Sumerians in ancient Mesopotamia 5,000 years ago, documented on clay tablets.

The Sumerians had used herbal plants to create their medicine and used it as a healing tonic for the body and mind.

After the discovery, other countries started to get the same idea. Around 1500 BCE the ancient Egyptians had recorded many medicinal practices involving herbs, just like we use today such as: cumin, aloe, garlic, willow, and henna.

These ancient practices have also been handed down from Chinese, Indian, Asian, and African healing systems, into western herbal practice as we know it today.

These countries' different herbal practices are often known as religious and spiritual practices rather than actual herbalism.

Until 400 BCE Greek physicians and Hippocrates argued that this way of practice wasn't true, and rather focused on an illness that affects the physical body.

Herbalism then started to become well known in America in the 1960s and 1970s from indigenous people and African slaves who worked with these plants their whole lives. Ever since then herbal medicine has become well known and grown in popularity since.

Natural resources

There has been an ongoing debate on whether natural remedies are more beneficial than traditional medicine. Many users of herbal medicine have claimed that this way of healing is a lot gentler and safer on their bodies than a prescription drug.

However, when a person is ill or needs a healing aid, we as humans tend to go to the nearest store and pick up a pharmaceutical drug for that symptom. Or we tend to go to a doctor that will prescribe a medicine based on the specific symptoms that person has.

What most people don't know is that many medicines nowadays are synthetic, manufactured in a facility, tested with trial and error, and sold to the human population.

Many people don't know that they could go online, to the nearest store, grow their own plants, or even scavenge for wild plants to use an herbal medicine that will not only get rid of the symptoms that are occurring, but also finds and cures the root of the problem; with a cost that is a lot cheaper than most prescribed drugs.

side effects

Since western herbal practice is made of plants and natural resources, there are less likely to be side effects within that medicine and it is more likely to be processed by the body much easier.

A prescription drug is simplified into a chemical, that may cause addiction and more side effects than what that drug may cure. Not only does traditional medicine cause temporary side effects but some medicines can cause permanent and internal damage, like kidney and liver failure for example.

In most cases it is more knowledgeable to choose herbalism rather than a chemical-based drug. Except when it comes to herbal medicine, it can have its own pros and cons.

The dosage can be highly toxic if misused, or in some cases like emergencies and surgery operations, then maybe it's best to listen to what the doctor is offering and what the procedure may look like.

Western herbal practice is made to prevent and treat many illnesses ranging from a simple headache into more in depth like a blood stabilizer, and a liver tonic.

Based on the symptoms a person might have, there is an infinite list of plants that could be used to help cure that illness.

The facts

Herbal Medicine

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As a kid I was getting sick like every two weeks, if I wasn't coughing my brains out then I would be all stuffed up and sneezy.

I remember taking a lot of Nyquil and liquid cough syrup; just thinking about it makes my stomach turn and want to yack.

The second that syrup went down my throat, then right back up, I knew there was no way in hell I was going to take that medicine ever again.

Growing up I realized that I didn't have to take a store bought medicine to make myself feel better.

I realized that there are so many other natural remedies that have the ability to cure an illness much quicker than a regular medicine.

When I get the common cold, I now just make myself a nice big cup of elderberry and chamomile tea with lots and lots of honey and feel much healthier the next day.

I will never find myself going to the store to buy a pharmaceutical drug unless it's my birth control.

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I have conducted a survey asking multipule questions to a small group of people about their thoughts, opinions, and perspectives on herbal medicine.

The reason behind this is to provide information on how and why herbs from a plant can be much more beneficial and healthier compared to a regular pharmaceutical drug thats provided at the store.

I got very excited by all of the data that I got from that survey. Here is how it went:

Survey

Here are all the simple questions I asked in the survey to try and get to know my audience a little more, and all the results I got as well.

• What do you Identify as?

• How old are you?

• Did you enjoy this survey 1-10?

• Have you ever considered using herbal medicine?

Survey

Here are all the questions I asked in the survey based on what my audience would most likely do in a particular situation, and all the results I got as well.

• Let's say you have a raging headache, what would you most likely do?

• When you get sick with the common cold, what would you most likely do?

• When it comes to parasitic and fungal infections, what would you most likely do?

• (When you are pregnant it is known to avoid some foods, and medicines because it may harm the baby) Let's say you are pregnant and have really bad irritation, what do you do?

• Let's say you've been out drinking all night and just woke up with a HUGE hangover, what do you do?

Survey

Here are all the more personal questions I asked my audience, and all the results I got as well.

• Are you prescribed with any drugs?

• If you answered yes in the previous question, what do you take and why?

• If you answered yes, how often is that drug being taken?

• Have you ever considered using herbal medicine, why or why not?

• Which symptoms occur the most often for you?

Survey

Here are all the beliefs based on the questions in my survey about herbal medicine, and all the results I got as well.

• Do you believe that an herb can cure a parasitic / fungal infection?

• Would you believe that an herb can be used as a blood thinner and blood stabilizer?

Survey

Here are all the other questions I asked during my survey, and all the results I got as well.

• How aware are you of the side effects of the medicine you take?

• What type of tea do you see yourself drinking the most of?

• Any other thoughts? concerns? Questions? Fun facts? Something interesting to share?

Symptoms

skinirritation bumps and bruises

lack ofvitamins and iron

cutsburns and flesh wounds

Coldand flu symptoms

headaches and body pain

Restless-nessand insomnia

Jointsmuscles and arthritis

Nauseastomach pains and ulcers

anti-depressant and mental health

Infectionand inflamma- tion

UTImenstration and pregnacy irritation

Bloodstabalizer

Digestivetrack and kidneys

parasiticand fungal infection

Lungsand liver

Headaches and body pain

Clematis

Goatshead

Peppermint

Lavender

Rosemary

Lack of vitamins and iron

Rose

Dandelion

Parsley

Cilantro

Oregano

Skin irritation bumps and bruises

Prickly Poppy

Potentilla

Mallow

Prickly Pear

Aloe Vera

cuts wounds and burns

Gambel Oak

Figwort

Penstemon

Gumweed

Witch Hazel

Colds and flu

Solomonseal

Saltbush

Geranium

Osha

Elderberry

Nausea stomach pains and Ulcers

Holly Grape

Licorice

Gentian

Low and Tall Vervain

Ginger

Joints muscles and arthritis

Yucca

Golden Smoke

Eucalyptus

Turmeric

Evening Primrose

restlessness and insomnia

Hops

Chamomile

Mint

Valerian

Passionflower

antidepressants and mental health

Oats

Lemon Balm

Skullcap

Blue Vervain

Motherwort

infection and inflammation

Poplars

Chickweed

Sweet Clover

Green Tea

Garlic

Utis menstration and pregnancy irritation

Juniper

Sulfurflower

Strawberry

Filaree

Cow Parsnip

parasitic and fungal infections

Artemisia Sage

Cinnamon

Olive Leaf

Goldenseal

Echinacea

digestive track and kidneys

Asparagus

Iris

Clasping Pepperweed

Velvety Gaura

Kinnikinnik

lungs and liver

Birch

Dock

Garlic Mustard

Inmortal

Mullein

Blood stabalizers

Willow

Shepards Purse

Hawthorn

Raspberry

Red Clover

clematis

goatshead

peppermint

lavender

rosemary

rose

dandelion

parsley

cilantro

oregano

prickly popppy

potentilla

mallow

prickly pear

aloe vera

gambel oak

figwort

penstemon

gumweed

witch hazel

solomonseal

saltbush

geranium

osha

elderberry

holly grape

licorice

gentian

low/tall vervain

ginger

yucca

golden smoke

eucalyptus

turmeric

evening primrose

hops

chamomile

mint

valerian

passionflower

oats

lemon balm

skullcap

blue vervain

motherwort

poplars

chickweed

sweet clover

green tea

garlic

juniper

sulfurflower

strawberry

filaree

cow parsnip

artemisia sage

cinnamon

olive leaf

goldenseal

echinacea

asparagus

iris

clasping pepperweed

velvety gaura

kinnikinnik

birch

dock

garlic mustard

inmortal

mullein

willow

shepards purse

hawthorn

Raspberry

red clover

Cinnamon

Medicinal Uses:

• Fungal Infections
• Bacterial Infection
• Antioxidant Inflammation
• Blood Sugar Levels

This tree is found in wet, moist soils, tropicial climates, and rain forests. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 11,000 - 13,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1-6 Grams of powder for food or a beverage.

Warning: Too much may cause heart, and liver disease.

Saltbush

Medicinal Uses:

• Colds and Flu
• Sinus Infection
• Chicken Pox and Measles

This plant is found in plains, desert flats, and sandy washes. Thrives in full sun exposure. Grows around 3,500 - 8,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage, dried herb used as a tea.

Warning: No eide effects.

Dandelion

Medicinal Uses:

• Contains Vitamis C, A, and K
• Contains Iron and Calcium
• Digestive Track Stimulant
• Lowers Blood Pressure

This plant is found in meadows, roadsides, and disturbed soils. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Grows around 3,500 - 12,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage, can be dried and made into a tea.

Warning: No side effects.

Medicinal Uses:

• Fungal Infection
• Antimicrobial
• Bacterial Infection
• Colds
• Yeast Infections

• Chlamydia and Herpes
• Labor

Goldenseal

This plant is found in forested slopes, open woodlands, and streambanks. Thrives in partial sun to mostly shade. Grows around 4,000 - 6,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: ½ - 1 grams of dried herbs for a tea.

Warning: May cause digestive disorders, and hallucinogen.

When you get sick with the common cold, what would you most likely do?

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Other: i will take over the counter cold mediation and take hot showers and use teas and vapor rub

Echinacea

Medicinal Uses:

• Antifungal
• Anxiety
• Inflammation

This flower is found in dry prairies, meadows, fields, and wooded areas. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 5,000 - 7,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1- 2 grams dried herb for a tea.

Warning: May cause nausea, vomiting, stomach pain if congested in large amounts.

Medicinal Uses:

• Colds and Flu
• Sore Throats
• Used as Cough Syrup
• Stomach Tonic

Osha

This herb is found in open meadows, forests, and alpine terrain. Thrives in mostly full sun to partial shade. Grows around 7,500 - 11,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage, dried herbs or fresh roots used as a tea.

Warning: Don't use while pregnant.

Eucalyptus

Medicinal Uses:

• Joint Pain
• Inflammation

This tree is found in any dry sandy areas. Thrives in mostly full sun. Grows around 3,500 - 7,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 Teaspoon of dried herb for a tea.

Warning: Can be used while pregnant, although it's not recommended. May cause indigestion.

Medicinal Uses:

• Cuts and Burns
• Bug Bites
• Toothaches
• Sore Throat

Gambel Oak

This tree is found in meadows, forests, canyons and sunny slopes. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 3,500 - 8,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage, for external use only.

Warning: The raw acorns are toxic if eaten.

Medicinal Uses:

• Muscle Relaxer
• Colds and Flu
• Nausea
• Headaches
• Stress and Anxiety

Mint

This herb is found anywhere around moist damp soils. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 4,500 - 6,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage.

Warning: If too much is consumed at once, there may be nausea, heartburn, and abdominal pain.

Hops

Medicinal Uses:

• Insomnia
• Cramps
• Skin Bacteria

This plant is found in open forests, slopes, scrub and scree. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Grows around 3,500 - 9,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1/2 - 1 Teaspoon of dried herbs for a tea. Can also be used to make beer.

Warning: No side effects

Do you believe that an herb can cure a parasitic / fungal infection?

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What to know about:

Herbal Medicine

The first written record of medicinal plants was created 5,000 years ago on clay tablets by the Sumerians in Mesopotamia. Hippocrates and his fellow partners were some of the first people to write down a system that separated medicine from religious practice. These people insisted that sickness originates in the physical body and mind, rather than being caused by spiritual illness or from the gods. Herbalism involves using plants and fungi to improve and maintain health and using natural plant compounds to heal the body and mind. Unlike over-the-counter drugs, which typically relies on synthetic chemicals, herbal medicine is all natural. This type of medicine is growing in popularity as more people research natural alternatives to prescription drugs.

Herbal medicine is going to be: More affordable. Causes Improved immune function. Better digestive health. Reduces stress and anxiety. Balances hormones. Are Sustainable and eco-friendly.

The FDA regulates herbal medicines to make sure that they meet a specific criteria and that they are not dangerous for human consumption, however, Dosages for some herbal supplements may be challenging to get right. Many factors can affect the quality of herbal supplements, like including the growing conditions, age, and preparation of the plant. How a person takes herbal supplements depends on the form. They are usually available as fresh or dried plants, teas, tablets, capsules, and can also be powders, extracts and essential oils.

Evening Primrose

Medicinal Uses:

• Muscle Pain
• Sedative
• Laxative
• Used as a Cough Syrup

This flower is found in meadows, open forests, and roadsides. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Grows around 3,500 - 10,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage, can also be used as a food.

Warning: No side effects.

Witch Hazel

Medicinal Uses:

• Faster Healing Process
• Stops open wounds from bleeding

This shrub is found in forests, meadows, and deep rich soils. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Located at any elevation except for high altitudes.

Dosage: No dosage, for mainly external use only.

Warning: May cause upset stomach if ingested.

Rosemary

Medicinal Uses:

• Headaches
• Muscle Pains

This herb is found in fields, meadows, and mainly dry soils. Thrives in mostly full sun. Grows around 5,000 - 7,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 - 2 Teaspoons of dried herbs a day for cooking.

Warning: If taken more then the dosage, it may cause vomiting, stomach irritation, and kidney damage.

Iris

Medicinal Uses:

• Digestive Aid
• Acne
• Staph Sores

This flower is found in wet meadows, mountain valleys, and grazing land. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 5,000 - 10,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage, dried root is taken internally, fresh roots used externally.

Warning: The flower itself is poison, the root is the only medicinal part. Do not take while pregnant.

Medicinal Uses:

• Cold and Flu
• Blood Pressure
• Heart Disease
• Inflammation

Garlic

This plant is found in various parts of the world, typically in drieer soils. Thrives in mostly full sun. Grows around 4,000 - 9,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: No more than 4 - 5 cloves in a meal a day.

Warning: May cause heartburn.

Clematis

Medicinal Uses:

• Headaches
• Migraines
• Sore Joints and Muscles

This flower is found in open montane forests, meadows, and near fencerows. They thrive in full sunlight. Grows around 5,000 - 10,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 Tablespoon of dried leaves, stems, and flowers for a tea.

Warning: Plant is too strong to take while fresh, it has to be dried out to be taken internally.

Which symptoms occur the most often for you?

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Other:

• Joint Pain
• Head and body aches... Wouldn't let me click option.
• I have several health conditions, so pain, fatigue, dizziness, etc are daily obstacles.
• idon't have thing on that list

Sulfurflower

Medicinal Uses:

• Hip and Backaches
• Spotting and Bleeding
• Sore Throats
• Headaches

This plant is found in open forests, rocky slopes, and mountain ridges. Thrives in mostly full sun. Grows around 5,000 - 10,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage.

Warning: No side effects.

What type of tea do you see yourself drinking the most of?

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Other:

• I enjoy an English Breakfast tea in the morning with a little bit of milk and sugar
• cinnamon
• I love tea. I’ll try any tea at least once, but I drink a lot of earl grey, spiced chai, and peppermint

Yucca

Medicinal Uses:

• Arthritis
• Constipation

This plant is found in rocky slopes and dry plains. Thrives in mostly full sun. Grows around 4,000 - 8,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dogage, dried powdered used internally.

Warning: No side effects.

If you answered yes, how often is that drug being taken?

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Other:

• As needed which is very infrequent
• One I take 4/day and the rest are either daily or as needed

• no

Medicinal Uses:

• Blood Thinner
• Tissue Inflammation
• Burns
• Gi Track

Sweet Clover

This plant is found in fields, open meadows, and roadsides. Thrives in mostly full sun. Grows around 3,500 - 8,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage.

Warning: Tents to be a natural blood thinner.

Medicinal Uses:

• Bumps and Bruises
• Stings
• Sore Throat
• Upset Stomach

Mallow

This flower is found in fields, farm lands, by fencerows and distirbed soils. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Grows around 3,500 - 8,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage, dried herb and petals for a tea.

Warning: No side effects.

Gentian

Medicinal Uses:

• Stomach Acid Balancer
• Joint Inflammation

This flower is found in damp meadows, seeps, and creekbanks. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 5,000 - 13,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 Teaspoon of dried roots and herbs for a tea.

Warning: No side effects

How old are you?

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Prickly Poppy

Medicinal Uses:

• Hives
• Rashes
• Warts
• Pain Relief

This flower is found in fields, roadsides, and prairies. Thrives in mostly full sun exposure. Grows around 3,500 - 8,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 - 2 Teaspoons of dried leaves and petals for a tea. The sap can be used as an ointment for external use.

Warning: Do not take internally while pregnant.

Prickly Pear

Medicinal Uses:

• Burns
• Bruises

This cactus is found in dry areas, anywhere with hot sandy and rocky soils. Thrives in full sun exposure. Grows around 3,500 - 8,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 - 2 flowers as bandages used externally. No more then 12 Teaspoons a day of dried herbs and petals.

Warning: No side effects.

If you answered yes in the previous question, what do you take and why?

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• Birth control
• Adderall for adhd.
• I take birth control
• muscle relaxers that i only take occasionally, theyre for chronic migraines and neck tension
• Excedrin for migraines
• stomach condenser for acid reflux
• I take 2 at night (anti-depressant, birth control) and 4 in the morning (adhd, beta blocker, iron supplement, glucocorticoid), and an allergy med I take throughout the day

Shepards Purse

Medicinal Uses:

• Blood Thickener
• Uti
• Arthritis
• Kidneys

This herb is found near human habitation, fields, lawns, gardens, and roadsides. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Grows around 3,500 - 9,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: ½ - 1 Teaspoon of dried herbs for a tea.

Warning: May stimulate contractions during pregnancy.

Clasping Pepperweed

Medicinal Uses:

• Digestive Aid

This plant is found in fields, mountains, forests, meadows, and almost anywhere. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 4,500 - 8,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage.

Warning: Known to cause some intestinal irritation when eaten in large quantities.

Hawthorn

Medicinal Uses:

• Heart Tonic

This shrub is found in canyons, riverbanks, forests, and meadows. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 3,500 - 8,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage, the leaves can be made into a tea and the berries are edible.

Warning: No effect, avoid when premature in pregnancy.

Garlic Mustard

Medicinal Uses:

• Asthma
• Bronchitis
• Sinus Infections
• Digestive Aid
• Eczema
• Bites and Stings
• Vitamins A and C

This plant is found in wetlands, and riversides. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Grows around 3,500 - 7,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage.

Warning: No side effects.

Motherwort

Medicinal Uses:

• Antidepressant
• Cramps
• Menstration
• Muscle Pains

This plant is found in roadsides, open forests, and flood plains. Thrives in partial sun to full shade. Grows around 4,500 - 9,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 2 -4oz of dried herbs for a tea.

Warning: Do not take while pregnant.

Medicinal Uses:

• Nausea
• Upset Stomach
• Colds and Flu
• Insomnia
• Bruises

Low/ Tall Vervain

This flower is found in valleys, plains, and open forests. Thrives in mostly full sun. Grows around 3,500 - 8,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1/2 - 1 Teaspoon of dried herbs for a tea.

Warning: Do not use roots, they are too strong and may cause nausea.

Medicinal Uses:

• Insomnia
• Anxiety
• Soothes Nerves
• Upset Stomach

Chamomile

This herb is found in trailsides, dirt roads, parking lots, and meadows. Thrives in mostly full sun. Grows around 3,500 - 10,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage.

Warning: No side effects.

How aware are you of the side effects of the medicine you take?

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Blue Vervain

Medicinal Uses:

• Antidepressant

This plant is found in valleys, plains, and roadsides. Thrives in mostly full sun. Grows around 3,500 - 8,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 - 3 Teaspoons of dried herbs for a tea.

Warning: May cause slight indigestion.

Cow Parsnip

Medicinal Uses:

• Cramping
• Menstruation Flow

This plant is found in canyons, valleys, and creekbanks. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 5,000 - 11,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 Teaspoon dried root for a tea.

Warning: May cause sensitivity to light, and may cause rashes.

Medicinal Uses:

• GI Track
• Hangovers
• Constipation
• Liver Stimulant

Holly Grape

This plant is found in mainly pine forests and damp areas. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Grows around 5,000 10,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 Tablespoon of chopped dried root for a tea.

Warning: No side effects. Use roots only for medicine, the friuts are edible. Can be used to make wine.

Poplars

Medicinal Uses:

• Inflammation
• Body Pain
• Uti Irritation
• Acne and Skin Care

(Cottonwoods and Aspens)

This tree has a very wide range of habitats, mainly in wet to damp soils. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Grows around 3,500 - 12,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 2 - 3 Teaspoons of fresh branch ends for a tea.

Warning: Do not take while using blood thinners or with feaverish children.

Adding on...

The western herbal tradition has been useful for many years and still continues to become more beneficial to the human body every day.

Herbalism is one of the first medicine practices in the world, making it more beneficial to us humans than a pharmaceutical drug.

Some other benefits of herbal medicine are also having less of an effect on the human body, and a wide variety of natural resources to choose from; to help us feel healthier.

I am a huge believer in growing my own plants or going on a hike to harvest some herbs. This way when I am feeling sick or need a natural boost, it's way cheaper and easier to obtain. Although, there are other ways to find an herbal medicine, like going online or finding the nearest store that carries the specific plant.

Ever since I have learned more about natural remedies and herbalism, me and my body have felt so much healthier and happier.

Juniper

Medicinal Uses:

• Uti
• Appetite Stimulant

This tree is found in dry plains, canyons, ridges, and arroyos. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 3,500 - 9,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage.

Warning: Don't use plant with kidney problems or while pregnant.

Rose

Medicinal Uses:

• Contains lots of Vitamin C
• Food Resource

This flower is found in forests, fields, plains with somewhat moist soils. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Grows around 3,500 - 11,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: No specific dosage. One rose hip is 500mg of Vitamin C.

Warning: No side effects.

Are you prescribed with any drugs?

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Filaree

Medicinal Uses:

• After Birth
• Joint Inflammation
• Menstruation
• Kidney Trauma

This flower is found in town and country habitats, roadsides, fields, and vacant lots. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 3,500 - 8,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage.

Warning: No side effects.

Medicinal Uses:

• Antidepressant
• Epilepsy
• Nervous System
• Laxative

Oats

This plant is found near farms and suburbs. Thrives in mostly full sun. Grows around 3,500 - 9,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1/4 - 1/2 Teaspoons ususally in food.

Warning: No side effects.

Valerian

Medicinal Uses:

• Insomnia
• Restlessness
• Anxiety

This flower is found in rocky meadows, slopes, and open forests. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 6,500 - 13,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1/2 - 1 Teaspoon of root or dried herb. Supplements range around 120 - 600mg of pure root.

Warning: If taken too much, it may cause a headache, dizziness, and an upset stomach.

Medicinal Uses:

• Burns
• Stings
• Infections
• Rash and Hives
• Acne and Cold Sores
• Eczema
• Fungal Infection

Figwort

This plant is found in fields, canyons, and open forests. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 4,500 - 9,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage, typically for external use only.

Warning: Do not take while pregnant, have heart conditions or on heart medications.

Parsley

Medicinal Uses:

• Contains Vitamins A, C, and K
• Boosts Immune System
• Strengthens Bones

This herb is found in meadows, and moist woodlands. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Can be found at any elevation.

Dosage: No dosage, used fresh, commonly used in cooking.

Warning: If ingested in large quantities, it may cause kidney and liver problems.

Potentilla

Medicinal Uses:

• Burns, Sunburns, Windburn
• Poison Ivy
• Blisters
• Abrasions
• Sore Throat

This flower is found in fields, meadows, roadsides, open areas. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Grows around 3,500 - 14,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage, dried herb and petals for a tea, or an ointment for external use.

Warning: No side effects.

Geranium

Medicinal Uses:

• Sore Throat
• Mouth Sores and Infections
• Stomach Ulcers
• Menstration
• Headaches

This flower is found in fields. meadows, and open forests. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Grows around 5,000 - 9,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 Teaspoon of dried leaves, flowers, and roots for a tea.

Warning: No side effects.

Mullein

Medicinal Uses:

• Asthma
• Coughing
• Burns
• Inflammation
• Pain Relief

This plant is found in meadows, open forests, and vacant lots. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 3,500 - 9,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 5 - 10 Flowers or 1 Tablespoon of dried herbs for a tea.

Warning: No side effects.

Peppermint

Medicinal Uses:

• Muscle Pains
• Body Aches and Pains
• Headaches
• Dizziness
• Upset Stomach

This herb is found in or near wet environments. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Grows around 3,500 - 10,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 Tablespoon of dried herb for a tea.

Warning: Do not use while pregnant.

Aloe Vera

Medicinal Uses:

• Skin Irritations
• Burns
• Rashes

This plant is found in dry open areas, anywhere with rocky sandy soils. Thrives in full sun exposure. Grows around 1,500 - 5,600ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage, for exteral use only.

Warning: May cause a rash or skin irritation with some people.

Ginger

Medicinal Uses:

• Morning Sickness
• Motion Sickness
• Nausea

This flower is found in most environments with rich moist soil. Thrives in mostly full sun. Grows around 5,000 - 9,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: Up to 4 cups of tea, 1 - 4 grams a day.

Warning: If more then the dosage is consumed, it may cause heartburn, upset stomach, and bloating. Do not take while pregnant.

Medicinal Uses:

• Kidneys
• Urinary Track
• Hives
• Skin Irritations

Kinnikinnik

This plant is found in rocky grounds, open areas, and burn clearings. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 6,000 - 10,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: ¼ cup of dried herbs for a tea. Can be used as a smoking tobacco.

Warning: Do not take while pregnant.

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What do you Identify as?

Other: Gender is a social construct that I don’t like to adhere to. Most people ID me as fem, but I’m not attached to it in any way

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Have you ever considered using herbal medicine?

Other: If you count herbal supplements

Gumweed

Medicinal Uses:

• Poison Ivy
• Rashes
• Cuts and Scrapes
• Cough
• UTI

This plant is found in fields, meadows, and open forests. Thrives in mostly full sun. Grows around 3,500 - 8,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1/4 Teaspoon of dried leaves for a tea, taken 5x a day at most and can also be used externally.

Warning: No side effects. Not used as chewing gum.

Medicinal Uses:

• Liver
• Digestive Aid
• Acne
• Skin Irritations
• Ulcers
• Heat Rash
• Poison Ivy
• Bug Bites
• Rashes

Dock

This plant is found in fields, hillsides, open forests, and canyon floors. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 3,500 - 9,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: ½ -1 Teaspoon of dried roots for a tea, 2x a day.

Warning: Don't take while pregnant. This plant contains oxalic acid.

Medicinal Uses:

• Excessive Bleeding
• Natural Laxative
• Flu
• Herpes
• After Birth

Raspberry

This shrub is found in forests, clearings, hillsides, and almost anywhere. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 5,000 - 11,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 Tablespoon of dried roots, leaves, and fruit for a tea or used as a food.

Warning: No side effects.

(When you are pregnant it is known to avoid some foods, and medicines because it may harm the baby) Let's say you are pregnant and have really bad irritation, what do you do?

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Elderberry

Medicinal Uses:

• Colds and Flu
• Used as Cough Syrup

This plant is found in fields, meadows, and hill sides. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 5,000 - 12,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 - 4oz of dried leaves for a tea.

Warning: Fruits, bark and root are all toxic, just the leaves are medicinal.

Medicinal Uses:

• Lungs
• Uti
• Arthritis

Birch

This tree is found in creekbanks, shorelines, and wetlands. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 5,000 - 9,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 8oz of dried bark or fresh leaf growth for a tea.

Warning: No side effects.

Artemisia Sage

Medicinal Uses:

• Bacterial Infections
• Fungal Infections
• Parasitic Worms
• Stomach Ulcers

This herb is found in slopes, flats, and open forests. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 3,500 - 10,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 4oz+ of dried herb for a tea, of often used for cooking.

Warning: Don't take while pregnant.

Skullcap

Medicinal Uses:

• Depression
• Sleeplessness
• Anxiety

This flower is found in mountain slopes, valleys, open meadows, and forests. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Grows around 5,000 - 10,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 - 2 Grams of dried herbs for a tea.

Warning: Fresh plant is not edible, used for medicinal purposes only. May cause upset stomach, dizziness, and drowsiness.

Willow

Medicinal Uses:

• Blood Thinner
• Skin Antiseptic
• Fevers
• Headaches

This tree is normally found in wetlands, creekbanks, and shorelines. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 3,500 - 13,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage.

Warning: Not edible, the fresher bark can be made into a tea.

Medicinal Uses:

• Digestive Track
• Kidneys
• Uti
• Menopause
• Cramping

Velvety Gaura

This plant is found in open woods, fields, roadsides, and prairies. Thrives in mostly full sun. Grows around 3,500 - 7,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage.

Warning: No side effects.

Lavender

Medicinal Uses:

• Headaches
• Body Pains
• Restlessness
• Insomnia

This flower is found in fields, meadows, and rocky sandy soils. Thrives in full sun exposire. Grows around 6,000 - 7,800ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 Teaspoon of dried herbs for a tea.

Warning: If taken more then the dosage, it may cause headaches and nausea.

Medicinal Uses:

• Sore Throats
• Lung Infections
• Used as Cough Syrup

Solomonseal

This plant is found in meadows, forests, canyons and valleys. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Grows around 3,500 - 10,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 Teaspoon of dried herbs for a tea.

Warning: A natural laxative.

Did you enjoy this survey 1-10?

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Any other thoughts? concerns? Questions? Fun facts? Something interesting to share?

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• no not really
• No / n/a x4
• I found this interesting

• Nice survey
• I am curious to learn more about this
• no this is a very cool survey
• It makes sense that we could treat people better and treat more people if we're open to all kinds of medicine.
• I would love to see our society switch over to natural remedies, or at least have better education systems easily accessible for reverting to this type of treatment
• I think Traditional Chinese Medicine is pretty interesting and used to research it

• Would be interested in learning more about herbal medicine
• How does herbal medicine work with allergies, intolerances, etc.? Is there a herb that takes the place of general anesthesia?
• I think herbal medicine is an incredibly interesting research topic :)
• tomatoes share the same acidity levels as a burn on your skin this means as a remedy putting the juice or rubbing a tomato on a fresh burn will reduce affects and reduce heal time
• Whether or not an herb can cure an infection depends on the nature of the infection. MRSA, for example, absolutely not. Ringworm on the other hand, probably. Herbal medicine is not for everyone; some of us require different kinds of treatment. It is incredibly useful, but only if you’re well educated on it. It’s always good to know your limits, and go see a doctor if something isn’t going away in a certain frame of time, bc it could be life threatening. I once tried one of those liver cleansing foot baths, and that was an incredibly strange experience. Also, herbs and supplements aren’t well regulated, so you have to be careful buying from big brands and do your research. Sorry, you probably know all this. Good luck!

Cilantro

Medicinal Uses:

• Contains Vitamins K and C
• Antioxandant

This herb is found in mainly gardens, farm lands and drier soils. Thrives in mostly full sun exposure. Grows around 7,500 -10,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage, typically eaten fresh with a meal.

Warning: If eaten in large quanities, may cause abdominal pain and digestive issues.

Medicinal Uses:

• Uti
• Gi Track
• Pregnancy
• Diarrhea

Strawberry

This fruit is found mainly in meadows, and forests. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 5,000 - 11,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage.

Warning: No side effects.

Penstemon

Medicinal Uses:

• Bug Bites
• Cuts and Scrapes
• Chapped Lips
• Skin Irritations

This flower is found in meadows, rocky slopes, and open forests. Thrives in mostly full sun. Grows around 3,500 - 13,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage, external use only.

Warning: No side effects.

Oregano

Medicinal Uses:

• Contains Iron
• Contains Vitamn K
• Antioxadant

This herb is found in meadows, and dry soils. Thrives mostly full sun exposure. Grows around 3,000 - 9,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage, dried herb used for cooking.

Warning: If ingested in a large amount, it may cause stomach irritation.

Medicinal Uses:

• Depression
• Sleeplessness
• Stress and Anxiety
• Appetite and Digestion

Lemon Balm

This herb is found in well drained, sandy soils. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 4,000 - 8,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1/4 - 1 Teaspoons of dried herbs for a tea, 4x a day.

Warning: May cause nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain if ingested in large amounts.

Red Clover

Medicinal Uses:

• Blood Purifier
• Mono
• Hepatitis
• Infections

This plant is found in roadsides, fields, meadows, ditches, and creekbanks. Thrives in full sun to full shade. Grows around 3,500 - 9,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage.

Warning: Do not take while pregnant or breastfeeding.

Goatshead

Medicinal Uses:

• Headaches
• Vertigo
• Hives
• Kidney Stones

This plant is found in open areas, roadsides, fields, vacant lots, and disturbed soils. Thrives in mostly full sun. Grows around 3,500 -6,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1/2 - 1 Teaspoon of died herbs for a tea.

Warning: Do not use if pregnant, have kidney or liver disease, and heart problems. If herb is taken more then the dosage, it may cause backache, kidney irritation and dizziness.

Have you ever considered using herbal medicine, why or why not?

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• yeah my body feels way more healthy with herbal medicine and there are way more benefits to taking it as well
• Yeah, tried it a lot when I was a kid.

• Yes. I think it can be incredibly helpful for a majority of illness, but a disease I have I want medicine.
• i have because i am not opposed to trying new things for my health.
• I am always interested in different ways to help my body feel its best.
• Yes, it’s apart of my culture.
• Yes I use many natural remedies in my household
• yes because sometimes it helps more then cold medication
• I have loved exploring possibilities, I think we need more education on it as a society but I totally agree natural is the much better way to go for our overall wellbeing
• yeah, because I don't like over the counter drugs i guess
• Yes, I'm Mexican we got a lot of remedies :)

• No. Dont know much about it
• I haven't considered using herbal medicine partly because I don't care to take the time to learn about it when I already know things that work. I have better ways to spend my time.
• No. I think it's because I haven't really ever been around it (nobody in family or any of my doctors have ever mentioned it).
• Sometimes, but I wonder about effectiveness
• I have, my grandmother uses a lot of herbal rememdies, but I often find the price of regulated and safe herbal medicines far outweighs a good reliable cough syrup.
• no

Medicinal Uses:

• Swelling of:
• Hands
• Feet
• Joints

Chickweed

This herb is found in gardens and human habitation. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Grows around 3,500 - 10,000 ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage.

Warning: No side effects.

Medicinal Uses:

• Asthma
• Bronchitis
• Lung Issues and Infections

Inmortal

This plant is found in open forests, rocky mesas, and hillsides. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 3,500 - 8,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: ½ Teaspoon of dried root for a tea 12x a day.

Warning: This herb is a very strong medicine, the root is the only medicinal aspect of the plant.

Olive Leaf

Medicinal Uses:

• Fungal Infection
• Yeast Infection
• Blood Pressure
• Arthritis
• Bacterial Infection

This tree is found in sunny and warm climates, fields, and meadows. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows up to 6,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 –2 Teaspoons of dried herb for a tea.

Warning: May cause headaches, dizziness, and upset stomachs.

Golden Smoke

Medicinal Uses:

• Twitching Muscles
• Muscle Spasms and Tics

This bush is found in damp sandy and disturbed soils. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Grows around 4,500 - 10,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1/2 Teaspoon of dried herb for a tea.

Warning: Do not take while pregnant, on blood thinners, or on neurological drugs. Do not take herb by itself may be too stong.

Let's say you have a raging headache, what would you most likely do?

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Other: Multiple. I get chronic migraines so I have a long plan. Electrolytes first, and lots of water, and mint tea. If that doesn’t work I move to ibuprofen or another painkiller,. Then if it hasn’t gone away I take my rescue med, and that usually works, but if it doesn’t I have to go to the ER

What to know about:

Pharmacutical Drugs

Prescriptions and over the counter (OTC) drugs both have side effects. Side effects vary from minor problems to life-threatening events, some simple side effects that may occur are an upset stomach, dizziness, drowsiness and nausea. However, more serious side effects are going to be life threatening, may cause hospitalization, disability or permanent damage or even death.

In order to reduce risk, you may: Ask your health care professional about any side effects and where the drug originated from. Ask your health care professional for information about the drug when you receive your prescription, including all possible side effects. Work with your health care professional to see if adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can ease or eliminate the side effect that's occurring. Other options, such as a lifestyle or dietary change, may be suggested by your health care professional as well .

Side effects can happen when you: Start taking a new drug or dietary supplement. Stop taking a drug that you’ve been on for a while. Or an increase/ decrease of the amount of drug being taken.

When it comes to parasitic and fungal infections, what would you most likely do?

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Other: Get it diagnosed. Some forms of infections are antibiotic resistant, and taking one can make it worse. Also, you have to know what it is to properly treat it. Typically use an ointment or natural remedies but if it’s not gone in a week i get a prescription bc I’ve had sepsis and it ain’t fun

Let's say you've been out drinking all night and just woke up with a HUGE hangover, what do you do?

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Other:

• i dont drink but if i did id image myself taking lots of vitamins and lots of water
• I've never drank in my life
• act like it's not there and work out hella

I’m allergic to alcohol lol. Probably eat some toast and drink some tea?

Licorice

Medicinal Uses:

• Stomach Ulcers
• Menstration

This plant is found in meadows, clearings, and open forests. Thrives in mostly full sun. Grows around 3,500 - 8,500 ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 Teaspoon up to 2 cups of dried herbs for a tea.

Warning: Dont take while pregnant, or while using steriodal drugs. Not edible, only used medicinally.

Passionflower

Medicinal Uses:

• Nerve and Muscle Relaxer
• Destresser
• Anxiety

This flower is typically found in disturbed fields and forest edges. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 5,000 - 7,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 Teaspoon of dried herbs for a tea.

Warning: May cause dizziness and confusion it consumed in large amounts.

Turmeric

Medicinal Uses:

• Joint Pain
• Inflammation

This plant is found in areas that have mostly moist and rich soils. Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Grows up to 5,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage for the use of food, suppliments are usually 500 - 2,000mg.

Warning: No side effects.

Green Tea

Medicinal Uses:

• Digestion
• Heart Health
• Inflammation
• Immune System
• Stress and Anxiety
• Skin Irritation

This herb is found in tropical climates and rain forests. Thrives in direct sunlight. Grows around 3,000 - 7,000ft in elevation.

Dosage: 1 - 5 Grams of dried herbs for a tea.

Warning: May cause an upset stomach.

Asparagus

Medicinal Uses:

• Kidney Stones
• Natural Laxative

This vegetable is found in meadows, fencerows, and roadsides. Thrives in full to partial sun. Grows around 3,500 - 8,500ft in elevation.

Dosage: No dosage, usually used in food and cooking.

Warning: Do not use in last trimester of pregnancy, and may cause kidney irritation.

Would you believe that an herb can be used as a blood thinner and blood stabilizer?

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Other: I see how it could be, but I don't see how the results can be comparable to modern medicine.