Health And Fitness – Healing Herbs – Cranberry

This herb helps tired and irritated eyes, as well as vision. Tea made from the leaves acts as a tranquilizer  or sedative and helps against insomnia, anxiety and reduces blood pressure.
It is used for stopping muscle spasms from asthma and epilepsy as well as relieving irritated intestines. In compresses,  it helps heal minor burns and skin irritations.

Garlic – Herbal Remedies – Health And Fitness

What it does

When digested, garlic may help lower blood cholesterol and blood pressure and prevent blood clots and perhaps certain types of cancer. Freshly crushed cloves contain the antimicrobial compound allicin which can help fight both internal and topical infections.

How It’s Taken

For Internal use, Freshly crushed cloves of garlic ( one per day ) or standardized, entericcoated  capsules are most effective. For external use, apply the pulp from a freshly crushed clove.

Caution

Large amounts may cause gastrointestinal distress, heartburn and flatulence. In rare cases it may cause an allergic reaction. If you are taking blood thinning medications or asprin, consult your doctor before taking garlic preparations.