Healing Garden    

                            

                                                                     

        The Healing Garden...

            Vegetables 

        ASPARAGUS Help Treat ~ Arthritis, Cataracts, Constipation, Fluid retention,
        Skin problems, Tiredness and lethargy, Urinary infections, Vitamin and mineral
        deficiency, worms

          Internal use  Has asparagine which helps to eliminate toxins and excess fluid from
        the body. It is helpful for removing and cleansing urinary infections. It has beneficial
        effect on the intestines and the liver, the asparagusic acid has the ability to expel
        worms from the body and treats schistosomiasis,
        which is an inflammatory condition of the liver. Nutrition: folic acid, vitamins A,
        B complex, C, manganese,
        iron, phosphorus and protein. Its low calories, high in fiber.

        Hand and foot bath ~Recommended for stimulating the liver.
        2 oz (55g) asparagus rhizomes, washed
        2 oz (55g) asparagus, crushed
        3 1/2 cups (1 liter) water

        Place the asparagus and rhizomes in the water, bring it to the boil, and simmer for
        15 minutes. Strain and let the liquid cool to body temperature. Soak the feet for 8
        minutes in the morning and the hands for 8 minutes in the evening.

        BRASSICAS (includes cabbage, kale, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cauliflower,
        radishes, sea kale, turnips)
     
        Help treat ~ Alcoholism, Anemia, Arthritis, Boils and abscesses, Chilblains, Colitis,
        Constipation, Coughs and colds, Cuts and abrasions, Gastritis, Gout, Indigestion and
        heartburn, liver problems, Low immunity, Minor burns and scalds, Poor lactation,
        Sinusitis, Skin problems, Varicose veins, Vitamin and mineral deficiency

        *Caution: All brassicas should be avoided by people who have overactive thyroid
        glands. Sauerkraut is high in tyramine and this can sometimes trigger migraine
        headaches in susceptible people.

        Cabbage leaf poultice ~ Apply to the appropriate area to ease the pain of arthritis,
        cystitis, coughs or sore throats.
     
        *Use as many green leaves as possible, cutting out the middle ribs. Warm them in a
        little hot water, iron them (with a dish towel over the leaves), or hang them over a
        radiator until dry. Crush the dry leaves with a rolling pin and apply several layers,
        holding them in place with a bandage. Change the leaves every few hours.

        Cabbage Syrup ~ A soothing remedy for colds, coughs, bronchitis, and sore throats.
        6 oz (150g) cabbage leaves, finely shredded
        Honey to cover
       
        *Cover the shredded leaves with honey. Let stand overnight and then press through
        a sieve to collect the syrup. Take 1 teaspoon (5ml) every 2 hours for as long as the
        symptoms persist. Store in the refrigerator.

          Internal use  Nutrients ~ Vitamin A, B, C, E, minerals calcium, sulfur, silica,
        magnesium, iodine, iron and phosphorus. It help slow down the effects of aging and
        their antioxidant vitamins help fight against cancer (broccoli, cauliflower, brussels
        sprouts) help fight against colon, the growth of polyps, breast, uterine and ovarian
        cancer if eaten regularly. Rich in iron and chlorophyll, they are good remedy for anemia.
        It is known for being a nerve tonic and treat anxiety, insomnia, depression, cirrhosis of
        the liver, lethargy, irritability, headaches hangovers and exhaustion. Cabbages were
        used by sailors to prevent scurvy, and good for pregnant women and breast feeding
        because it increases the milk production. It helps ease fluid retention, kidney stones,
        arthritis, and gout. It stimulate the immune system and production of antibodies. It
        stimulates the appetite and relieves constipation.

        Eating Raw cabbage ~ good cleanser to detoxify the system, clars skin problems such
        as acne and boils. It contains a substance glutamine that can help heal ulcers such as
        peptic ulcers and alcoholism.

          External use  Use the cabbage leaves as a soothing antiseptic. Cabbage leaf poultice
        is a traditional remedy for wounds, burns, scalds, boils, carbuncles, bruises, sprains,
        ulcers, blisters, cold sores, shingles, bites and stings. It anti-flammatory
        benefit swollen and painful joints, arthritis, gout, relieve pain from neuralgia, sciatica,
        toothache, headaches, migraine, and lumbago. Cabbage juice can be used as a gargle
        for sore throats, a lotion for burns, bites, cold sores, acne, impetigo, earache.

        CELERY Help Treat ~ Arthritis, Constipation, Gout, High blood pressure, High
        cholesterol, Mild depression, Stress, Urinary infections, Weak digestion

          Internal use  Lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels,dilates the arteries and
        reduces artery contraction in muscles. It is most useful in treating stress-related
        hypertension. It helps to enhace the elimination of excess fluid and toxins via the
        urinary system. Celery contains at least eight compounds that is effective against
        cancer such as stomach cancer, it neutralize the carcinogens. It is low in calories and
        high in fiber which ensure regular bowel movements. Both celery leaves and seeds apiol
        in their volatile oil which has a cleansing effect on the urinary system. The stalks are
        moderately nutritious, the top leaves are more nutritious since there is more calcium,
        iron, potassium, and vitamin A and C than the stalks.

        *Caution: Celery eaten either before or after vigorous exercise has been known to
        induce allergic responses in sensitive people.

        Celery Juice ~Drink half a glass first thing in the morning for 15-20 days as a remedy for
        rheumatic ailments. * 4-6 celery stalks, removed the leaves and wash the stalks and
        extract the juice from juicer.

        GARLIC Help Treat ~ Asthma, Chest infections, Chilblains, Circulatory disease,
        Congestion, coughs, and colds, High blood pressure, High cholesterol, poor circulation,
        Sore throats, Tireness and lethargy, worms

         Internal use  Elixir of life ~ has antioxidant substances that help delay the process of
       aging, guard against heart disease and cancer, slow the growth of tumors, antibacterial,
       antifungal, antiviral, antiparasitic, brings down fever, helps digestion, promotes
       appetite, and absorption of food, ensure regular bowel movements

       LEEK Help Treat ~ Atherosclerosis, Boils & abscesses, Bowel infections, Chest
       infections, Colic, Cuts, abrasions, Congestion, Coughs, Colds, Diarrhea, Flatulence,
       Insect bites, Stings, Minor burns, Scalds, Poor circulation, Sore throats, Urinary infections

         Internal use  Antiseptic, warm and loosen phlegm, clear congestion from the nose and
       bronchial system, ward off colds, sore throats, chest infections, stimulate appetite &
       improve digestion, rich in potassium, magnesium, iron, calcium, vitamins C, B complex

         External use  Raw leek moist dressing cuts, abrasions, insect bites, stings, reduce pain,
       swelling, cooked and mashed up leeks for drawing out poison from boils, abscesses,
       cooked leek with milk can be use to apply for inflamed skin, burns

       ONION Help Treat ~ Anemia, Arthris, Bronchitis, Congestion, Coughs, Colds,
       Constipation, Cystitis, Flatulence, Flu, Fluid retention, Gout, High blood pressure,
       High cholesterol, Pharyngitis, Rhinitis, Sinusitis, Sore throat, Worms

         Internal use  Antiseptic, enhance the body's ability to fight against bacteria, has
       heating effect which increase circulation, lowers fever by causing sweat, raw onions
       enhance digestion & absorption of nutrients

         External use  Rub raw onion for wasp, bee stings, onions juice with salt for warts
        (leave overnight), burns, cuts, abrasions, toothache

        PEPPER SWEET PEPPERS Help Treat ~ Allergies, Cardiovascular problems,
        Respiratory infections

        HOT PEPPERS Help Treat ~ Congestions, coughs and colds, Chilblains, Fevers,
        Gastrointestinal infections, Inflammation, Neuralgia, Period pain, Poor circulation,
        Sinusitis. Hot peppers are stimulants that can increase circulation, increase sweating
        and enhance the body to fight off infection. Cayenne pepper is a wonderful remedy for
        respiratory system. it decongest the chest and upper respiratory tract from suffiness,
        congestion, sinusitis. It despells tiredness, lethargy, nerous debility, and depression.
        It can ease the pain of toothache, shingles, migraine
          Internal use  Peppers are rich in beta-carotene & vitamin C, natural antioxidants
        that help to protect against degenerative diseases, cancer and cardiovascular
        (atherosclerosis, angina). They do contain bioflavonoids, phenolic acids and plant
        sterols that may help inhibit the formation of tumors. Eating raw peppers fight off
        colds, flu, coughs, and help protect against allergies (eczema, asthma)
  

        Abrasion - Basil, Blueberry/bilberry, Brassicas, Carrot, Lavender, Leek, Lemon balm,
        Potatoe, Sage

        Acid indigestion - Peach, Pear, Potatoe

        Acne - Artichoke, Sorrel, Strawberry, Turnip

        Alcoholism - Brassicas

        Allergies - Borage, Coriander, Lemon balm, Sweet pepper

        Anemia - Apricot, Arugula, Green beans, Blackberry, Brassicas, Carrot, Cherry, Chives,
        Onion, Parsley, Plum, Raspberry, Sorrel, Spinach, Tomato

        Anxiety/tension - Apricot, Basil, Borage, Chamomile, Lavender, Lemon balm, Lettuce,
        Marjoram, Parsley, Peach, Raspberry, Rosemary, Thyme

        Appetite, poor - Apricot, Artichoke, Blackberry, Black currant, Caraway, Chervil, Coriander,
        Cranberry, Dandelion, Dill, Fennel, Horseradish, Lavender, Lemon balm, Radish, Red currant,
        Rosemary, Spinach

        Arteriosclerosis - Artichoke, Potatoe

        Arthritis - Apple, Artichoke, Asparagus, Green beans, Black currant, Borage, Brassicas,
        Carrot, Celery, Chamomile, Cherry, Chervil, Chicory, Coriander, Cucumber, Fennel,
        Horseradish, Lavender, Onion, Parsley, Pear, Plum, Potatoe, Red currant, Rosemary,
        Sweet bay, Thyme, Turnip

        Asthma - Borage, Dill, Garlic, Mint, Rosemary, Thyme

        Atherosclerosis - Artichoke, Blackberry, Black currant, Blueberry/bilberry, Chives, Leek,
        Red currant

        Babies' colic - Chamomile

        Babies' sleeping problems - Dill

        Back pain - Mint

        Bladder infections - Cucumber, Parsley, Thyme, Turnip

        Bleeding gums - Blackberry, Blueberry/bilberry, Raspberry

        Boils & abscesses - Brassicas, Carrot, Dandelion, Horseradish, Leek, Sorrel, Turnip, Zucchini

        Bowel disorder/infections - Apricots, Blackberry, Blueberry/bilberry, Calendula, Chamomile,
        Chives, Gooseberry, Leek, Marjoram, Marrow, Peach, Plum, Pumpkin, Squash, Thyme, Turnip,
        Zucchini

        Bronchial congestion - Arugula, Carrot, Fennel, Horseradish, Radish, Rosemary

        Bronchitis - Onion

        Bruises & Sprains - Arugula, Chamomile, Parsley

        Burns & scalds, minor - Blackberry, Brassicas, Carrot, Chamomile, Lavender, Leek, Marrow,
        Potatoe, Pumpkin, Rosemary, Sage, Squash, Zucchini

        Candidiasis - Calendula

        Cardiovascular problems - Sweet pepper

        Cataracts - Asparagus

        Chest infections - Black currant, Coriander, Garlic, Leek, Marjoram, Mint, Red currant, Thyme

        Chilblains - Brassicas, Calendula, Garlic, Horseradish, Marjoram, Hot peppers, Potatoe,
        Rosemary, Sweet bay, Turnip

        Childhood infections - Borage, Lemon balm

        Circulatory disease - Garlic

        Colds - Apple, Arugula, Basil, Blackberry, Black currant, Borage, rassicas, Calendula, Caraway,
        Coriander, Garlic, Horseradish, Leek, Lettuce, Marjoram, Mint, Onion, Hot pepper,  Radish,
        Raspberry, Red currant, Rosemary, Sweet bay, Thyme, Turnip

        Cold sores - Mint, Strawberry

        Colic - Basil, Caraway,Coriander, Dill, Fennel, Leek, Marjoram, Parsley, Sage, Sweet bay

        Colitis - Brassicas, Calendula, Chamomile, Marrow, Pear, Potatoe, Pumpkin, Squash, Zucchini

        Color & night vision problems - Carrot, Cranberry

        Congestion - Apple, Arugula, Basil, Black currant, Blueberry/bilberry, Borage, Caraway, Cherry,
        Coriander, Garlic, Horseradish, Leek, Lettuce, Marjoram, Mint, Onion, Hot pepper, Radish,
        Raspberry, Red currant, Rosemary, Sage, Sweet bay, Thyme, Turnip

        Conjunctivitis - Chamomile

        Constipation - Apple, Apricot, Arugula, Asparagus, Basil, Dried beans, Green beans, Blackberry,
        Black currant, Brassicas, Caraway, Carrot, Celery, Cherry, Chicory, Cranberry, Dandelion, Dill,
        Gooseberry, Horseradish, Lettuce, Onion, Parsnip, Pea, Pear, Plum, Potatoe, Raspberry,
        Red currant, Rhubarb, Spinach, Strawberry, Tomato, Turnip

        Coughs - Apple, Arugula, Basil, Blackberry, Black currant, Borage, Brassicas, Caraway, Cherry,
        Coriander, Dill, Fennel, Garlic, Horseradish, Leek, Lettuce, Marjoram, Mint, Onion, Peach, Pear,
        Hot pepper, Radish, Raspberry, Red currant,
        Rosemary, Strawberry, Sweet bay, Thyme, Turnip

        Cramp - Coriander, Marjoram, Sage

        Croup - Thyme

        Cuts - Apple, Basil, Blueberry/bilberry, Brassicas, Calendula, Carrot, Chamomile, Lavender,
        Leek, Lemon balm, Potatoe,  Sage

        Cystitis - Borage, Carrot, Chamomile, Cranberry, Onion, Peach, Pear, Thyme

        Depression, mild - Celery

        Diarrhea - Apple, Basil, Blackberry, Black currant, Blueberry/bilberry, Caraway, Carrot,
        Cherry, Dill, Leek, Mint, Pear, Raspberry, Red currant, Rhubarb, Sweet bay, Thyme,

        Digestive problems - Chamomile, Coriander, Dill, Peach, Pear, Rhubarb

        Diverticulitis - Dried beans, Potatoe

        Dysentery - Blackberry

        Earache - Chamomile

        Eczema - Artichoke, Chamomile, Cucumber, Lemon balm, Radish, Sorrel, Turnip

        Fevers - Blackberry, Black currant, Blueberry/bilberry, Borage, Calendula, Coriander,
        Cucumber, Horseradish, Marjoram, Mint, Hot pepper, Raspberry, Red currant, Rosemary,
        Strawberry, Sweet bay, Thyme

        Flatulence - Basil, Caraway, Carrot, Coriander, Dill, Fennel, Lavender, Leek, Onion, Parsley,
        Plum, Sage, Sweet bay

        Flu - Blackberry, Black currant, Borage, Calendula, Horseradish, Majoram, Onion, Raspberry,
        Red currant, Rosemary, Sweet bay, Thyme

        Fluid retention - Apple, Artichoke, Asparagus, Green beans, Black currant, Borage, Calendula,
        Carrot, Cherry, Chervil, Chicory, Cucumber, Dandelion, Fennel, Horseradish, Onion, Parsley,
        Peach, Pear, Plum, Radish, Raspberry, Red currant, Rosemary, Sage, Sorrel, Spinach,
        Strawberry, Sweet bay, Tomato, Turnip

        Gall bladder problems - Apple, Chicory, Dandelion, Radish

        Gasritis - Apple, Blackberry, Brassicas, Calendula, Chamomile, Coriander, Cucumber, Lettuce,
        Marrow, Peach, Pear, Potatoe, Pumpkin, Squash, Zucchini

        Gastroenteritis - Hot pepper, Thyme

        Gingivitis - Mint, Sage, Thyme

        Gout - Artichoke, Green beans, Black currant, Brassicas, Carrot, Celery, Cherry, Chervil,
        Chicory, Cucumber, Horseradish,
        Onion, Parsley, Pear, Plum, Radish, Red currant, Sage, Sweet bay, Turnip

        Hangovers - Rosemary

        Hay fever - Horseradish, Lemon balm

        Headaches - Apple, Basil, Chicory, Lavender, Marjoram, Marrow, Mint, Parsley, Pumpkin,
        Rosemary, Squash, Sweet bay, Zucchini

        Heart & arterial disease - Carrot, Tomato

        Heartburn - Artichoke, Brassicas, Chicory, Fennel, Peach, Pear

        Heat rash - Cucumber, Strawberry

        Heavy periods - Blackberry

        Hemorrhoids - Dried beans, Blackberry, Blueberry/bilberry, Calendula, Chevil

        Hiccups - Caraways

        High blood pressure - Dried beans, Celery, Garlic, Onion, Potatoe

        High Cholesterol - Blackberry, Celery, Garlic, Onion, Pea, Raspberry, Spinach

        Hormonal problems - Borage

        Hot flashes - Calendula, Sage

        Hyperacidity - Apple

        Hyperactivity - Chamomile

        Indigestion - Apple, Artichoke, Basil, Brassicas, Caraway, Chicory, Coriander, Dill, Fennel,
        Horseradish, Lavender, Lemon balm, Marrow, Peach, Pumpkin, Raspberry, Rosemary, Sage,
        Squash, Sweet bay, Zucchini

        Infections - Black currant, Chives, Red currant, Rhubarb, Rosemary, Strawberry

        Inflammatory eye problems - Cucumber, Lemon balm, Strawberry

        Inflammatory problems - Blueberry/bilberry

        Insect bites & stings - Basil, Black currant, Cucumber, Lavender, Leek, Lemon balm,
        Parsley, Red currant, Tomato

        Insomia - Chamomile, Lavender, Lettuce, Marjoram

        Intestinal infections - Carrot

        Irritable bowel syndrome - Apple, Lettuce, Pear

        Joint pain - Mint

        Kidney stones - Cranberry, Danelion

        Lethargy - Apricot, Arugula, Asparagus, Basil, Borage, Caraway, Cherry, Chervil, Chicory,
        Coriander, Dandelion, Garlic,
        Horseradish, Mint, Parsley, Pea, Peach, Pear, Plum, Rosemary, Spinach, Sweet bay

        Liver problem - Apple, Brassicas, Carrot, Chicory, Dandelion, Radish

        Low immunity - Borage, Brassicas, Calendula, Chives, Cranberry, Gooseberry, Spinach,
        Thyme, Turnip

        Mastitis - Dandelion, Red currant

        Measles - Black currant, Red currant

        Menopausal problem - Fennel

        Migraines - Basil, Chamomile, Lavender, Mint, Rosemary

        Morning sickness - Raspberry

        Mouth ulcers - Blackberry, Black currant, Blueberry/bilberry, Mint, Raspberry, Red currant,
        Sage, Thyme

        Muscle tension - Basil, Dill, Marjoram

        Muscular aches & pains - Lavender, Lemon balm, Sweet bay

        Nausea - Artichoke, Chamomile, Dill, Fennel, Lavender, Lemon balm, Mint, Raspberry, Sage,
        Sweet bay

        Nerve pain - Basil

        Nervous indigestion - Apricot, Lettuce

        Nervous palpitations - Lavender

        Neuralgia - Chamomile, Mint, Hot pepper

        Night sweats - Sage

        Overheating - Cucumber, Marrow, Pumpkin, Squash, Zucchini

        Pain in childbirth - Raspberry

        Peptic ulcers - Apple, Calendula, Coriander, Lettuce, Marrow, Pumpkin, Squash, Zucchini

        Period pains - Calendula, Fennel, Lemon balm, Marjoram, Mint, Parsley, Hot pepper, Sage,
        Sweet bay

        Pharyngitis - Onion

        PMS - Chamomile, Lemon balm

        Poor circulation - Arugula, Caraway, Chervil, Chives, Garlic, Horseradish, Leek, Marjoram,
        Parsley, Hot pepper, Rosemary, Sweet bay, Thyme

        Poor concentration - Sage, Ginseng

        Poor vision - Carrot

        Poor lactation - Borage, Brassicas, Fennel

        Prostate problems - Danelion, Marrow, Pumpkin, Squash, Zucchini

        Respiratory infections - Carrot, Sweet pepper, Radish, Sage

        Rheumatism - Apple, Lavender, Radish, Sweet bay

        Rhinitis - Lemon balm, Onion

        Ringworm - Mint

        Sinusitis - Basil, Black currant, Brassicas, Coriander, Horseradish, Lavender, Mint, Onion,
        Hot pepper, Radish, Red currant, Rosemary, Thyme

        Skin problems/infections - Apple, Asparagus, Blackberry, Black currant, Blueberry/bilberry,
        Brassicas, Calendula, Coriander, Dandelion, Horseradish, Mint, Peach, Plum, Red currant,
        Sorrel, Spinach, Strawberry

        Sluggish digestion - Chervil, Chives, Dill

        Sore throats - Basil, Black currant, Blueberry/bilberry, Caraway, Chamomile, Coriander,
        Lavender, Mint, Raspberry, Red currant, Sage, Thyme

        Stomach infections - Blackberry, Chamomile, Chives, Marjoram

        Stomach ulcers - Potatoe

        Stress/stress-related problems - Green beans, Borage, Celery, Lavender

        Stress-related digestive problems - Chamomile, Dill, Peach, Pear

        Sunburn - Cucumber, Potatoe, Strawberry

        Thrush - Blueberry/bilberry, Calendula, Chamomile, Thyme

        Tireness - Apricot, Arugula, Asparagus, Basil, Green beans, Borage, Caraway, Cherry,
        Chevil, Chicory, Coriander, Dandelion, Garlic, Horseradish, Mint, Parsley, Pea, Peach, Pear,
        Plum, Rosemary, Spinach, Sweet bay

        Tonsillitis - Mint, Sage, Thyme

        Ulcers (open sores) - Calendula, Potatoe

        Urethritis - Peach

        Urinary infections - Asparagus, Blackberry, Blueberry/bilberry, Celery, Cherry, Chicory,
        Cranberry, Dandelion, Leek, Marjoram, Raspberry, Sage

        Urticaria - Artichoke, Chamomile, Cucumber, Radish

        Vaginal infections - Blackberry, Sage

        Varicose veins - Blackberry, Blueberry/bilberry, Brassicas, Calendula

        Viruses - Lemon balm

        Vitamin/mineral deficiency - Apricot, Asparagus, Green beans, Brassicas, Carrot, Celery,
        Cherry, Dandelion, Parsley, Parsnip, Peach, Pear, Plum, Sorrel, Spinach, Strawberry, Tomato,
        Turnip

        Vomiting - Sage

        Warts - Calendula, Dandelion

        Weak digestion - Apricot, Arugula, Celery, Radish, Spinach

        Worms - Asparagus, Garlic, Marrow, Onion, Pumpkin, Squash, Zucchini

        Wounds - Apple, Calendula