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Gastritis commonly refers to inflammation of the lining of the stomach, but the term is often used to cover a variety of symptoms resulting from this inflammation, as well as symptoms of burning or dd ...

Avoid the consumption of irritating or heating foods or beverages (coffee, tea, some spicy foods, processed foods, red meat). An herbal treatment program can include demulcents and anti-inflammatories for the gastrointestinal tract and heat-clearing antimicrobial herbs.

Irish moss is used to treat bronchitis and coughs, as it is both an expectorant and demulcent herb. Its soothing properties also make it useful for gastritis, ulcers, and kidney and bladder ailments. Irish moss is often included in skin lotions as a skin softening agent. Irish Moss has a taste of SALTY and a temperature of COOL.

As a poultice, flaxseed may relieve stubborn inflammation, draw out toxins, soothe sunburn, soften boils, and speed healing. Taken internally, flaxseed decoction is a bulk laxative and demulcent, suitable for gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome, diverticulitis, and coughs. The freshly-ground seed can be added to cereal, soups, or stews as a thickener. Regular use may help balance estrogen activity, reducing the risk of some cancers and heart disease and benefiting menopausal women. Flax h

Cabbage juice, freshly made (1 litre per day), diluted with water, has been shown effective for pain relief and healing in gastric and duodenal ulcers. The juice should not be taken on an empty stomach. Cabbage has a taste of SWEET, ACRID and a temperature of COOL.

Roman chamomile is valuable for irritable bowel syndrome, pain, and gastritis, for warding off colds due to exposure, and as a sedative. Azulene, an important active principle in chamomile oil, has proven effective for fever and inflammation. The oil is used externally for cradle cap, wounds, and sore nipples. Chamomile, Roman has a taste of SWEET, AROMATIC and a temperature of COOL.

An infusion of peach leaves eases gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, and irritated bladder. The cold infusion is the most effective preparation. Make this by soaking 1 ounce of fresh leaves and twigs, slightly bruised, in 1 pint of water (at room temperature) for 24 hours. Strain the liquid and take one-quarter ounce as a dose, 2-3 times daily. Peach has a taste of ACRID, SWEET and a temperature of COOL.

Centaury stimulates the flow of gastric secretions, thereby stimulating the appetite, relieving dyspepsia and flatulence, and improving digestive function. For this bitter herb to be truly effective, it needs to be taken consistently over a long period of time. Centaury has also been used traditionally for liver and gallbladder complaints and gastritis. Centaury has a taste of BITTER and a temperature of COOL.

Calamus has a beneficial effect on the stomach and is taken as an appetite stimulant and for dyspepsia, gastritis, colic, flatulence, hyperacidity, and liver congestion. It is said to lessen the enjoyment of tobacco and is chewed when trying to break the nicotine habit. It is also taken as a tea for alcoholism. A few drops of calamus are sometimes given before meals to children with poor appetites. Calamus has a taste of ACRID and a temperature of WARM.

Juniper berries contain diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties which make this herb useful for chronic cystitis, nephritis, arthritis, rheumatism, gout, and for flatulent colic. The herb has been used traditionally to treat gastritis, flatulence, rheumatism, cystitis, and intestinal worms, as well as a diuretic and in steam inhalations for bronchitis. Juniper has a taste of PUNGENT, AROMATIC and a temperature of WARM.

Slippery elm is a mucilaginous herb used internally to soothe duodenal ulcers, gastritis, chronic diarrhea, sore throats, and coughs. Slippery elm lozenges are excellent to ease a sore throat or relieve any irritation or inflammation of the digestive tract. It is applied locally for wounds, abscesses, and burns. Slippery elm is made into a gruel for convalescence. Some modern herbalists suggest replacing slippery elm with marshmallow root, as slippery elm is becoming scarce. To make a cold i

Marshmallow root is a mucilaginous herb with a cooling and soothing nature used for ulcers, colitis, gastritis, and urinary inflammation or cystitis. The root has shown a mild immune-activating effect in laboratory tests, and it is taken for dry coughs and lung inflammation or dryness. Its anti-inflammatory properties also make marshmallow useful as a mouthwash. Marshmallow root is often added to other warmer and more active herbs to moderate their harshness, especially for urinary tract and

Senega, or "senega snake root," is a traditional North American remedy, used for centuries by Native American herbalists. The herb became popular in the late 1800s and early 1900s as an effective expectorant and diaphoretic to be used for chronic bronchitis, heavy mucus (catarrh), and asthma. The related Polygala tenuifolia is used in Chinese medicine to dissolve phlegm that might cause mental and emotional disorders such as nervousness, heart palpitations, insomnia, and anxiety by ob

Licorice root has been used for thousands of years for upper respiratory, digestive, and urinary tract infections or irritation. It has anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, immune-activating, demulcent, and expectorant properties and is used for ulcers, bronchitis, gastritis, irritable bowel and bowel inflammation, and adrenal insufficiency. Licorice tea is also given for digestive weakness, especially when accompanied by fatigue and shortness of breath. In Chinese medicine licorice, Glycyrriza ura

A North American native herb, golden seal is widely known and used for colds, flu, dyspepsia, gastritis, and sinus and bladder infections. It is especially useful for diarrhea and chronic excess mucus in the bowels, with attendant loss of efficiency in absorbing nutrients and eliminating wastes. It is indicated for bacterial or amebic infections of the digestive tract, such as giardia and dysentery. Topically it is useful for conjunctivitis, gum problems, and ear inflammations. Because of it

Deglycyrrhizinated licorice, or DGL, is a specific type of preparation derived from the licorice root. It is used differently than herbal licorice because it is much higher in agents that soothe or hs ...

is the homeopathic remedy that is created from the seeds of the strychnos tree. Also known as poison nut or vomiting nut, this tree is an evergreen tree that is native to East India, Burma, Thailana....

Anemia is a condition characterized by abnormally low levels of healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin.The tissues of the human body need a regular supply of oxygen to stay healthy. Red blood cells, wd....

Iceland moss () is a lichen (a moss-like plant) that grows on the ground in mountains, forests, and arctic areas. In addition to Iceland, the lichen is found in Scandinavia, Great Britain, North Amera....

Peonies are members of the same botanical family as the buttercup, Ranunculaceae, and belong to the genus . They originated in Asia, and have been cultivated in both Japan and China for at least seves....