-use leaves and roots
-boosts immune system; has possibilities as a cancer fighter; natural antibiotic; can help heal wounds;
anti-inflammatory
-capsules 1 three times a day; tincture 1 tsp. three times a day; decoction 1 cup three times a day;
extract 15-30 drops in water/fruit four times a day
Elder (Sambucus nigra):
-use berries, flowers and leaves
-used to treat colds and flus (often with peppermint, yarrow or ginger); helpful for relieving upper
respitory ailments like hay fever and sinusitis; used to treat arthritic and rheumatic problems; natural
laxative; salve for most minor skin problems, can clear up wrinkles
-capsules 5 three times a day; infusion 1 cup three times a day; tincture 1 tsp. three times a day;
extract 1/2 - 1 tsp. three times a day
Ephedra (Ephedra sinica):
-use aboveground stems
-useful in treating asthma, allergies, upper respirtory infections, bronchitis, emphysema, hay fever,
whooping cough; may relieve headaches, rheumatism, arthritis; slight stimulating effect; may bring on
menstruation
-capsules 5-10 three times a day; decoction 1 cup three times a day; tincture 1 tsp. three times a day
*not for use with pregnant or nursing women, people with high blood pressure; heart disease, thyroid
disease, glaucoma or diabetes
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus)
-use leaves
-effective for upper respirtory ailments like colds and flus; good expectorant; powerful natural
antiseptic; may relieve arthritis and rheumatism
-linament and oil as needed or directed
Evening Primose (Oenothera biennis) [sundrops]
-use leaves and oil from seeds
-can reduce symptoms of PMS i.e. headache, bloating, painful breasts and irritability; may be used to
to treat hypertension; can relieve anxiety, remember for arthritis; can be used to treat eczema
-capsules 1 250 mg. three times a day
*should not be used by pregnant women
Eyebright (Euphrasia officinalis)
-use dried ariel parts
-promotes general eye health; can sooth inflammed, itchy, irritated eyes and sinuses; treatment for
conjunctivitis; may relieve eye strain
-capsules 1 three times a day; eyewash four times a day
