Stirred Water Herbs

08/27/2026

Herb of the Day
Chickweed, Stellaria media
Part Used: Herb (flowers, leaves, stem)

Biochemical Actions: Demulcent, astringent, antiulcer (peptic), GI inflammation.

Traditional Uses: Internally as an antitussive, expectorant, demulcent to treat sore throat, coughing, peptic ulcer, gastroesophageal reflux disease and dyspepsia. Also indicated for rheumatism. Externally to treat boils, abscesses, rashes, psoriasis, eczema, itching, insect bites, and to promote healing of wounds.

Safety Issues: Class 1 – safe to use when used appropriately.

General Dosage:
3 to 6 ml/day of a fresh plant juice or equivalent in tablet or capsule form; 6 to 30 ml/day of a 1:5 dried herb tincture (25-50% alcohol; 25% alcohol:75% water) – should be made from recently dried herb.

08/27/2026

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08/25/2026

HERB OF THE DAY
Chaste tree fruit, Chasteberry, Vitex agnus-castus
Part Used: Fruit (berry)

Biochemical Actions: Menstrual regulator; Reduction in PMS; Relieves breast pain; May increases breastmilk. Inhibits prolactin. Supports pituitary function

Medicinal Uses: Acne (hormonal induced); breast milk deficiency; breast pain; regulates the menstrual cycle, reducing PMS symptoms, reducing excess prolactin levels, increases or decreases menstrual flow according to bodily need, corrects luteal phase defects by inhibiting thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH)-stimulated prolactin release. Increases both progesterone and follicle-stimulating hormone which corrects anovulation and progesterone deficiencies.

Safety Issues: No known contraindications or special cautions for use.

General Dosage: One or Two 560 mg capsules twice a day (usually recommended for morning use) ; Tincture: 1/4 to 1 teaspoon daily.

08/21/2026

Chamomile, German, Matricaria recutita, Chamomilla recutita
Part Used: Flower heads

Biochemical Actions: Anti-inflammatory, spasmolytic, vulnerary, antimicrobial, mild sedative, diaphoretic.

Medicinal Uses: Internally - Useful not just as a tummy tea for GI spasms, inflammation, IBS, flatulence and bloating; acute, diarrhea and babies with colic

Safety Issues: Class 1. No adverse effects expected and no precautions other than for those with known sensitivity to members of the Compositae family (ragweed, daisies, chrysanthemums).

General Dosage: Dosage: 3 to 9 ml/day of a 1:1 liquid extract; 2 to 6 ml/day of a 1:2 liquid extract or equivalent in tablet or capsule form; 6 to 18 ml/day of a 1:5 tincture.

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08/17/2026

Herb of the Day

Celery seed, Apium graveolens,
Part Used: Ripe fruit (often referred to as seed)

Biochemical Actions: Antirheumatic; Mild diuretic; Mild spasmolytic; Anti-inflammatory.

Medicinal Use: Treament/prevention of gout, arthritic disease, and urinary tract inflammation. Useful as a tonic when cervical mucus is too thick for fertility when combined with an alkalizing diet (low animal protein, fruit and veggies). Useful in osteoarthritis and rheumatism.

Class 2b (BHC only) Bone in CGLH states no adverse effects expected in pregnancy and lactation. Also Class d – Individuals with renal disorders should use with caution; Photosensitizing are possible due to furanocoumarins content. Anyone with known sensitivity to birch or mugwort families should not use due to allergic potential. May decrease efficacy of thyroxine replacement therapy (EGHS).

Dosage: 1.5 to 3g/day of dried fruit (seed) or by infusion or decoction; 1.5 to 6 ml day of 1:1 liquid extract; 4.5 to 8.5 ml/day of 1:2 liquid extract or equivalent in tablet or capsule form

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08/15/2026

Herb of the Day
Cat’s Claw, Uncaria tomentosa
Part Used: root

Biochemical Action: Immune-enhancing, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant.

Medicinal Uses: In Europe, cat’s claw is used in combination with antiviral drugs to treat AIDS patients, although no scientific evidence confirms this usage. One study indicated that cat’s claw bark inhibited the growth of leukemia cells in humans without damaging normal healthy bone marrow. A separate study demonstrated the cat’s claw’s ability to increase white blood cell attack on foreign invaders, thereby increasing immune response. Helps the mucosal membranes in folks with Crohn’s disease, inflammatory bowel disease, gastritis, irritable bowel disorders, and leaky gut syndrome (Winston, 2006)

Safety Issues: Contraindicated in pregnancy and in women wishing to conceive. Do not use during lactation without professional advice.
If autoimmune issues you will need Samento (Nutramedix)- Cat’s Claw that is TOA-free. TOAs disrupt the central nervous system.

General Dosage: 4.5 to 11 ml/day of a 1:2 liquid extract or equivalent in tablet or capsule form; 5 to 10 ml/day of 1:5 (60% alcohol) tincture.

08/14/2026

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08/14/2026

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Herb of the Day

Catnip, Nepeta cataria
Part Used: Leaf

Not only is it good for cats.

Medicinal Uses: Cataracts, cramps, glaucoma, insomnia. Relieves spasms, making it good for colic. Teething pain, colds, fevers (as tea), nausea, flatulence, and irritability. For internal stress, combine with chamomile to relieve GI intestinal stress: nausea, flatulence, diarrhea, IBS, and esophageal spasms. For GI ailments such as belching, hiccups, and too much stomach acid. Catnip does has antifungal and antibacterial activity, and the essential oil helps repel mosquitos

Safety Issues: Contraindicated for use during pregnancy in large doses. Seek professional for pregnancy use.
Class 2b – Emmenagogue/Uterine stimulant, according to King’s American Dispensatory, 1898. Small amounts are probably safe (HT&S) but avoid large amounts. Safe to use in lactation – long history of use in fact.

General Dosage: Tea: 2 teaspoons of dried herb in a cup of boiling water up to 3 times daily; Tincture or TincTract: 1 teaspoon three times daily.

08/11/2026

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