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Miriam Nyasha Kwari-Herbalist
Although herbs are popular at the moment . . . use safely . . .
Greetings and welcome to this week’s herbal space, friends. These days, it is common knowledge that many of us have come to understand that herbal remedies are valuable dietary supplements for excellent health.
It puts into perspective my recurring concept that we should always make food our medicine and our medicine our food.
Over 2000 years ago, Hippocrates wrote, “. . . each of the substances in a person’s diet, acts upon the body and changes it in some way and upon these changes all life depends, whether the person be in health, sickness or convalescent. . . “
This suggests that we should all keep in mind that every time we eat or drink something, we are either promoting our health or harming it.
Even when using herbs to take care of ourselves and safeguarding our families, we must keep this in mind.
I have often been disappointed by some reckless use of herbal infusions and teas.
Despite the widespread misconception that herbal medications are perfectly safe because they are made from plants, I must stress the importance of exercising caution.
It is crucial to confirm the use of herbs while carefully taking into account each individual set of conditions.
Herbs to avoid during pregnancy
All herbs
Herbs to avoid during lactation
Angelica, Basil, Black cohosh, Comfrey, Feverfew, Goldenseal, Gotakola, Mugwort, Rosemary, Yarrow
Herbs to avoid with heart medication
Aloe Vera, Ginko, Bilberry, Liquorice, Echinacea, Garlic, Alfalfa, Hawthorn
Children
Children under 2 years will respond well to; Dandelion, slippery elm, chamomile, peppermint
Sweeten children’s herbal teas with Stevia.
Honey should never be given to infants under the age of one due to the possibility of ingesting botulism spores.
When giving a tincture to a baby, remember to boil water and add a drop of the tincture into the cup of boiling water. Allow to cool then administer. That way you protect children from liver damage.
Powders and capsules that are well packaged have a shelf life of one to four years.
I hope this knowledge proves to be useful to you. The Graviola article we had last week received a resoundingly positive response, so thank you for that.
I appreciate you continuing to read my column and as always trust in Graviola. Take care of each other and God bless you always.
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