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Thursday, May 14, 2015

Nausea Basher Mix

Nausea Basher is for those tummy aches and nausea - safe and effective on children!

The Ingredients & Properties*

GINGER – For colds, flu, digestion, cardiovascular support, stimulant, and warming. It is an antispasmodic, helping to suppress spasm and reduce muscle tension, which is why it is so great for nausea.

CINNAMON – For colds, digestion, flu, antispasmodic, and antiviral. One tablespoon of cinnamon provides 8% of daily requirements of calcium, 4% of daily iron needs and 73% of daily magnesium needs.

CLOVES – Antioxidant, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, soothing and warming. Contains minerals such as potassium, manganese, vitamin A, vitamin K, vitamin C and riboflavin.

STAR ANISE – Antibacterial, the fruit is carminative, stimulant and stomachic. Used primarily to promote digestion, the appetite, and relieve flatulence.

Infusion or Tincture are best applications with this packet (Instructions included in the mix packet with your order)

FAQ

When do I use Nausea Basher Mix? Use when nausea is present, presence of any stomach illness or discomfort.

Can I use it for my kids? Yes, recommended to use tea for children. If sweetened with honey, do not give to children under 2.

How long does it store dry? If the packet unused is kept cool, dry and sealed – will store at least 3 years.

How long does it store in the different forms? The infusion can store about 1-2 weeks in the fridge. If there is left over after that, it can be stored in the freezer until needed again. Tincture will store long term for over 10 years. Dry packet will store at least 3 years.

Can I use this packet to make tinctures? YES! Tinctures are excellent to make from the herbs in this packet, especially for long term storage.

Why use Nausea Basher instead of store bought medicines? Nausea Basher is All Natural. This is a recipe we have used personally and have experienced great success. It helps settle digestive ailments and hleps boost your immune system. It does not suppress or mask the illness. There are no chemicals or artificial sugars in this recipe.

What if I don’t see a difference using Flaming Throat Relief? We have had great success with this formula. You need to look at your overall diet if continued discomfort is present. (ie cut processed foods, white bread, white sugar, fried foods, NO soda First change your lifestyle). Nausea Basher is meant to support your system in healing, it is not meant as a “Magic Cure”. Second – make sure you understand how to use it properly and use it OFTEN. Natural medicine is not like popping a pill and expecting it to cure your problems all day. Frequent use is needed to aid your body in fighting illness. Third – Make sure you are getting the sleep and the water you need.

For further inquiries please visit our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/naturalmedicinemamas) OR email us at naturalmedicinemamas@gmail.com

*This information is NOT meant for diagnosis, nor is it claiming to cure any diseases; please consult a medical professional if you have questions about symptoms or illness.

Tuesday, April 14, 2015

Yes, we are still here!

Yes we are still alive!

We have paused with our posts and our business activity for the month of April.

Due to the need to create better"behind-the-scenes" business systems, we have paused our front end activity until everything is organized and more convenient for our customers. We wish we had time to tackle both at the same time, but we are busy moms!

We are still accepting Herbs Of The Month Orders. We will see you again in May!

Saturday, March 14, 2015

Basics Of Allergies & What To Do About It

Allergies are a complicated phenomena. They are very different for every person - an extremely individualized health issue. Basics of allergies are this:

1. Your immune system overreacts to taking or inhaling a usually harmless substance and it triggers an allergic reaction. (i.e. peanuts are deadly to some people, fine for others) It can be a food, medicine or plant. Sometimes it is pollen from a certain plant and it triggers hay fever.

2. When your immune system is in contact with the culprit, then your immune system releases histamines to various parts of your body; lungs, mucous membranes, nasal passages, etc. This results with inflammation and a various result of reactions like wheezing, sneezing, itching, sore throats and tearing up.

3. Then you are miserable!

Answers?

1. Really pay attention to the triggers. I have known people to solve their allergy issues because of knowing the culprit (even the specific pollen bothering them) and finding a specific remedy for it. This takes work and a lot of NOTICING, but worth it if you suffer from seasonal allergies.

2. Once narrowing down the problem, obviously if you can avoid it, do that first! (i.e. my sister is deathly allergic to grapes, so easy for her to avoid).

3. Find natural helpers to ease the effects of allergies (we have a great one if you click on that link), and also do some detective work into herbs that really help to ease your issues personally.

No matter what (especially with SEASONAL allergies) since inflammation and comprising of the immune system is the problem, there are a few natural remedies that you can immediately start using to help:

1. Stinging Nettle: Doses of CONSISTENT use of Nettle can help the effects of histamine released in the body because of it's strong anti-inflammatory properties. Quote from Livestrong, "Low doses of stinging nettle can be used to counteract the effects of hay fever due to its strong anti-inflammatory effects. A 2009 report published in the journal "Phytotherapy Research" state stinging nettle demonstrated the ability to inhibit the inflammatory process associated with seasonal allergies*."

PERSONAL EXPERIENCE: Andrea has had seasonal allergies since moving to Southern Utah. Using Nettle in her everyday diet a couple times a day has made a HUGE difference for her personally.

2. Cayenne: Cayenne is considered as a "King Herb". It heals the body. When experiencing inflammation from allergies, Cayenne will help to release the mucous from your body before it builds up to fast. More detailed information about Cayenne.

3. Butterbur: This quote from WebMD says as much as we could about this herb being a GREAT antihistamine option:

"Among those generating the loudest buzz right now is the European herb butterbur (Petasites hybridus), which, says Mary Hardy (MD), "has had some very impressive clinical trial results."

In one study, published recently in the British Medical Journal, a group of Swiss researchers showed how just one tablet of butterbur extract (Ze 339) four times daily was as effective as a popular antihistamine drug in controlling symptoms of hay fever -- without the traditional symptom of drowsiness that sometimes occurs. In a second study, presented at the 60th annual meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (AAAAI), a group of British researchers put their stamp of approval on butterbur's effectiveness in quelling symptoms of grass allergy."

4. Goldenseal: This herb is popular for so many things. The anti-inflammatory properties of this herb are quite impressive. These properties make it potentially very powerful for those suffering the effects of histamine release. However - only use this herb for 3 weeks at a time, because it can build up in your tissues and become toxic. If you have allergies and you try it for 3 weeks, you should know by that time if it is going to help your body!

Why haven't we put together a product specifically for allergies?
The reason for this is because every body is SO DIFFERENT. What works for one person does not work for another with allergies. It is a very individualized problem.

However, we do believe the Flaming Throat Relief offers the best help for the effects that allergies can cause. It is a GREAT immune system builder as well.

Anxiety R&R has a high amount of Nettle in it as well.

*Herbs Act Best As Natural Anti-Histamine - Livestrong

Wednesday, March 11, 2015

ANNOUNCING! Herbs Of The Month Club

Benefits of the "Herbs Of The Month Club":

1. Affordable way to get new herbal products = only $6.97 a month!

2. Practical ways of applying herbs into your family = instructions included in every package mailed.

3. Build up natural medicine storage = everything sent can be stored for 3-5 years minimum.

4. Receive the product of the month for a great price = each month we focus on one subject, which centers around the product of the month (calendar below).

5. Learn effective herbal and natural remedies = realistic to learn and apply.

6. Become more self reliant in your health = after every month you will know more and more about herbs and various applications of natural medicine.

7. Children friendly products and applications = every product we send you can be used for your children!

Missed a couple months but want the product? No problem. Email us at naturalmedicinemamas@gmail.com and we will guide you through the possibilities.

2015 Herbs Of The Month Calendar:
January: Elderberry Syrup Mix
February: Anxiety R&R Herb Mix
March: Flaming Throat Relief Syrup Mix
April: Nausea Basher Mix
May: Surprise Product!
June: Bath Blend for Sore Muscles
July: Sunburn Spray Mix
August: Healing Hands Salve (cracked fingers and dry hands)
September: First Defense Cold & Flu Mix
October: Four Thieves Vinegar Mix
November: Congestion Herb Mix (chest and head congestion)
December: Surprise Product!

Monday, March 2, 2015

Flaming Throat Relief: Syrup & Tea

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Flaming Throat Relief is much like a "Throat Coat" - BUT the greatest thing is

that you can make this into a syrup for your kids! We have had GREAT success giving this to our kids and they take it just fine when they have a sore throat, itchy throat, red throat or ANY signs of running noses and throat issues from allergy season.

This is an herb mix - We give you the mix to make your own syrup so you KNOW EXACTLY what is in it for your own children.

The Ingredients & Properties*

OREGON GRAPE ROOT – Oregon grape stimulates the immune system and aids in fighting infection. It protects against bacteria, viruses and fungi. It is used in the treatment of bacterial diarrhea, intestinal parasites and eye infections. Relieves stomach cramps and abdominal pain.

SLIPPERY ELM – This is considered one of the best herbs for reducing pain and inflammation. Excellent for “coating” and soothing a sore throat.

MARSH MALLOW ROOT – Marshmallow is soothing from the throat to the urinary tract and is used for sore throats as well as bladder infections because it is so soothing to the mucous membranes.

CINNAMON – For colds, digestion, flu, antioxidant, antispasmodic, antiviral. One tablespoon of cinnamon provides 78 mg of calcium or 8% of daily requirements for an adult. It gives 4 % of daily iron needs and 73% of daily Manganese needs.

ORANGE PEEL – Rich source of vitamin A, B-complex vitamins, minerals such as calcium, selenium, manganese, zinc...etc., several fold more than its pulp.

CLOVES - Cloves are antioxidant, anti-septic, anti-inflammatory, soothing and warming, They have minerals such as potassium, manganese, vitamin A, vitamin K, Vitamin C and riboflavin.

FAQ
When do I use Flaming Throat Relief? Use when throat is scratchy, sore, hard to swallow, or signs of cold coming – especially with a running nose with clear mucus.
Can I use it for my kids? Yes, recommended to use syrup for children.
How long does it store dry? If the packet unused is kept cool, dry and sealed – will store at least 3 years. Can I use this packet to make tinctures? YES! Tinctures are excellent to make from the herbs in this packet, especially for long term storage.
Why use Flaming Throat Relief instead of store bought medicines? Flaming Throat Relief is All Natural. This is a recipe we have used personally and have experienced great success. Not only does it help sore throats, but it has ingredients that boost your immune system, gives very deep nutrition to aid the overall health of your body. It does not suppress or mask the illness. There are no chemicals or artificial sugars in this recipe.
What if I don’t see a difference using Flaming Throat Relief? We have had great success with this formula. You need to look at your overall diet. (ie cut processed foods, white bread, white sugar, fried foods, NO soda First change your lifestyle). Flaming Throat Relief is meant to support your system in healing, it is not meant as a “Magic Cure”. Second – make sure you understand how to use it properly and use it OFTEN. Natural medicine is not like popping a pill and expecting it to cure your problems all day. Frequent use is needed to aid your body in fighting illness. Third – Make sure you are getting the sleep and the water you need.

For further inquiries please visit our Facebook page OR email us at naturalmedicinemamas@gmail.com

*This information is NOT meant for diagnosis, nor is it claiming to cure any diseases; please consult a medical professional if you have questions about symptoms or illness.

Three References For The Start Of Allergy Season

March is allergy month.

Whew - now THAT is a big topic. We thought for our first post about it we would share some great information from a few different places for your reading pleasure:

1. This is a very basic article about what allergies actually are known as in our world today. This is the understanding of allergies in the "medical" community. This is a basic article with that information: What Causes Allergies

2. Dr. Steve Jennings has a very short paper on allergies and a possible new definition for them. "It's much more than just a symptomatic reaction such as hives, swelling, running nose, sneezing, or watery eyes. An allergy/sensitivity is anything that weakens the energy system of the body which can potentially affect any function of the body".

3. Here is a great article about SIX natural ways of helping allergies and from WebMD no less. The natural remedies are gaining more and more viability and we love to see that! 6 Natural Ways Of Helping Allergies

There are a lot of different side effects of allergies. Stuffy noses, scratching throats, sneezing, coughing... None of it is very fun.

The side effect we decided to focus on this month is a sore and scratchy throat. We decided on providing a product for this side effect because it is a product we have personally used, made and had success with in our own families.

Read more about Flaming Throat Relief Here.

Sunday, March 1, 2015

Don't Get Rid Of Fevers... Work WITH THEM

My two year old son has been sick for a couple of days... throwing up, diarrhea, fever... the works. Poor little guy. When I was a brand new mom, something like this would have totally freaked me out. I would have run him to the doctor (as I did with my oldest son a couple of times), have them assess him, only to have them tell me that I just needed to take him home, give him fluids, watch him and let his body work it's magic.

It was very expensive and simple advice.

After a couple of times of running to the doctor in a panic, I realized that I really did know what to do when my child was sick. I just needed the permission from a health professional to do so. I am so grateful that I know how to assess, what signs to look for, watch him, track his reactions and progress and TRUST letting his body work it's magic.

I realized today after putting him to bed that there are other moms out there who need to know my regimen, how I assess, what I look for and tracking reactions and working WITH our children's bodies... especially fevers and not trying to get rid of them.

FIRST: There is no reason to be afraid of your child being sick. Can I say that again? There is NO REASON to be afraid of sickness.

In our society we go around being afraid of sickness and ailments. To me it is ridiculous. Instead, replace any fear reactions with thoughts like, "Being sick is good. It builds my child's immune system. It is helping my child be strong. It is helping me as a mom become more self reliant in my family's care".

*With this in mind, there are signs to watch for that DO point to something serious. Those are at the bottom of this post.

SECOND: Learn how to assess and track an issue. Track their temperature, fluid intake, medicine intake, energy level, issues, etc. For example this is what I did with my son:

Friday:
-He threw up at 4pm on Friday while changing his diaper. Checked his temperature. Normal. Watched his energy. He kept playing with his siblings. Gave him fluids.
-He threw up 1/2 hour after giving him fluids at 5pm. Temperature still normal. Energy still okay. Gave him more fluids. Gave him small dose of "Tummy Tincture" (I made this with chamomile, peppermint, hops, ginger, fennel).
-He threw up 2 hours later. Temperature still normal. He rested this time after he threw up. Gave more fluids. More tincture.
-He didn't keep these fluids down at all. Threw them immediately up. Temperature still normal. Didn't want more fluids. Diaper was wet when changed him.
-He had a rough night. I had him sleep with me. He woke up often. He wasn't feeling well at all. Temperature still normal.
-Gave him a couple "Thieves essential oil" massages.
Saturday:
-He woke up hungry. Gave him fluids. Kept it down. Gave him toast, he ate 1/2 of it. He carried his cup around and kept sipping. Diarrhea signs now, very runny. Still regular temperature. More tincture.
-He threw up 3 hours later at 10am. Let him keep his cup. He didn't move much. He kept sipping, but no appetite.
-Watched a movie. Kept his liquids down. Slight fever at 1pm. 99*.
-Threw up again at 3pm. Liquid is getting through his system - wet diaper. Still diarrhea.
-Drank another 8oz of gatorade. More tincture. Willing to eat a yogurt. Kept that down.
-Didn't throw up again the rest of the night. Kept the yogurt down. Kept sipping on gatorade. Slept through the night completely.
-Gave him a Thieves oil massage morning and night. Oregano essential oil on his feet.
Sunday:
-Woke up at 7:30 with a fever of 101*. More liquids. Diarrhea but NO throwing up. More tincture. Added Yarrow tincture to help with fever sweats 1/4 teaspoon.
-Drank 12 oz of gatorade by noon. No throwing up. Fever still 101*. More Yarrow tincture. Took a shower.
-Napped for 2 hours.
-More liquids after naps. Fever still 101*. More Yarrow tincture. No throwing up. Still diarrhea. Kept sipping on his cup.
-Watched a movie. Cuddling. No energy all day. NO throwing up.
-Another nap with mom. 1 hour.
-More Yarrow tincture. Keeping all liquids down. Had a little bit of soup made from bone broth during dinner time, but no interest in food yet. Kept drinking. 10 oz at dinner time.
-7pm still no appetite, but fever broke, temperature between 98*-99* for about an hour.
-Started playing with the kids. Wanted to walk around. Went to bed and went right to sleep.
-GAVE him Yarrow tincture throughout the day and Tummy Tincture about every hour. He willingly took those.
-Gave him Thieves essential oil massage morning, noon and night. Oregano and Peppermint on his feet throughout the day.

Tracking this showed me a couple VERY important things:
-If he was throwing up WHILE he had a high fever (which he didn't).
-If he was keeping fluids in his system.
-When he started and stopped throwing up.
-When his fever started and broke.

I did NOT:
-Give him ibuprofen. FEVERS ARE NOT SCARY when they are doing the right thing.
-HERE IS AN EXCELLENT ARTICLE: Kids Fevers, when to worry, when to relax. This gives good basic guidelines.

I did:
-Give him nutrition in the Tummy Tincture every hour. This also helped his body to be "settled".
-Aid his body working with his fever with the Yarrow Tincture. Yarrow does many things, one of which is stimulates sweating. I WANT my kids body to sweat with a fever to get the toxins out. It helps move the fever along. It does not reduce it, it works WITH it.
-Aid his body by giving him massages with essential oils to keep his lymph and circulation moving.
-Put a heat pack on his feet throughout the day to keep his fever from concentrating in his head. This helps to draw the fever down.
-Cuddle him A LOT.

Third: Put everything else away and focus on the illness. I had a lot to do this weekend. I have a big list of things that I am completely behind on with my house and business.

But I put that list away. I didn't not think about it. I focused on getting him well. I focused on washing my other kids hands. A few things I do when I focus on the illness in the home are:

-Set a timer every hour. Everyone washes their hands when the timer goes off.
-I put oil oregano essential oil on everyone's feet. That is my personal favorite for fighting stuff.
-Keep everyone's fluid intake VERY high. We have drinking contests :-).
-Cuddle with everyone. Watch movies. Read books.
-Give everyone natural medicine's throughout the day. Echinacea, syrups that I make, oregon grape root, licorice root, peppermint, ginger... there are quite a few actually.

Even though the to do list doesn't get done, most of the time someone getting sick is a sign that it's time to focus completely on the kids for a little bit.

I hope writing down that regimen helps someone out there!

Sunday, February 15, 2015

Three Specific Herbs For Nerves

When you are having a hard time with anxiety, nerves, stress, and everything in between there are a few herbs out there that we have personally had a lot of success with.

***We highly recommend the daily use of Anxiety R&R herb mix as a base for system support. Once your system is supported by the deep nutrition this mix provides, then the three herbs referenced here are MUCH MORE effective.

Valerian Root:

Uses: Insomnia (without good sleep, you can't heal from anxiety), calming anxiety reactions, headaches.

Valerian Root is a nervine tonic, very soothing and supportive for the nervous system and the signals that go on when high stress and anxiety reactions are involved. It needs the good support of deep nutrition, like what is provided by Anxiety R&R Herb Mix, and when supported with deep nutrition, it works WONDERS for your nervous system.

There is an excellent article put out by the University of Michigan about Valerian and findings involved. Here is a quote from that article,"...they believe it increases the amount of a chemical called gamma aminobutvric (GABA) in the brain. GABA helps to regulate nerve cells and has a calming effect on anxiety*."

Another excerpt from the article,"...by 28 days valerian had greatly improved sleep for those who were taking it. Some researches now think you may need to take valerian for a few weeks before it begins to work. However in another study, valerian was more effective then the placebo almost immediately*."

All in all... all of us NMM's have taken Valerian Root for YEARS. We believe in it and we have felt and seen the amazing benefits of this miraculous herb for our family and many other families as well. If you decide to purchase Valerian Root, we first recommend finding a tincture before capsules. It doesn't smell very good, so prepare yourself for that! We recommend 1/2 teaspoon of tincture three times a day. If experiencing major anxiety reactions, 1/2 teaspoon every hour until your system calms down.

St. John's Wort:

Uses: Depression, lack of motivation, when you need a "happy" boost or when experiencing major mood swings.

St. John's Wort just works miracles for the "snap" days. That's what we call them. You know - they are the days when you feel like you are going to "snap" at any moment. Taking St. John's Wort is amazingly helpful for days like this! If you are experiencing the MAJORITY of your days like this, then you really need to support of deep nutrition from Anxiety R&R Herb Mix, combined with St. John's Wort.

An article in Medical New Today shared quite a few interesting things about some studies on St. John's Wort. "The available evidence suggests that the hypericum (St. John's Wort) extracts tested in the included trials are superior to placebo in patients with major depression, are similarly effective as standard antidepressants and have few side effects than standard antidepressants**."

PLEASE however, if you are any anti-depressants currently, ask your doctor before taking this herb. Make sure to keep open communication about herbal alternatives when you are on prescription medication.

Personally, we have seen an amazing difference using St. John's Wort as an additional anxiety and depression support.

Gingko

Uses: Memory function, mental clarity and alertness, antioxidant.

Rosemary Gladstar (well-known herbalist and a favorite of ours) talks about how this is one of her favorite herbs. She says, "Gingko works as a memory enhancer by increasing circulation and vasodilation in the cerebral region. Regular use of ginkgo improves mental stability and memory function and increases mental vitality***."

Because of how anxiety reactions work (read about Anxiety Nitty-Gritty Here) in our brain, it is necessary to have herbs that support brain function. Gingko is one of the best for this.

Concluding Thoughts...

In conclusion, truly there are A LOT of options out there to help with anxiety, depression, stress and those "snap days" when you feel like your body is taking over your emotions and brain!

First: Take the Anxiety R&R Herb Mix. This is what we use EVERYDAY for our daily up keep to stay on top of stress and anxiety in our lives. This is FOUNDATIONAL for supporting your system in healing and moving forward from living an anxiety filled life. Your system needs to be fed DEEP NUTRITION everyday. If there isn't daily upkeep, then your body won't have the ability to use anything else you give it!

Second: Evaluate what reactions are happening in your emotions and therefore, nervous system. After evaluating, then you will understand more if you need help with anxiety, or depression, or mental clarity, or sleep... etc.

Third: Find an herb to support your needs. If it isn't one of these top THREE herbs recommended for anxiety support, then we can help you find what your body needs specifically! Write to us for help. naturalmedicinemamas@gmail.com

***Herbs For Reducing Stress and Anxiety by Rosemary Gladstar

**Medical News Today: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/174928.php

*Source: Valerian | University of Maryland Medical Center http://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/herb/valerian#ixzz3Rs3mReZ7

Wednesday, February 4, 2015

Herbal Infusions vs. Capsules

Why Herbal Infusions... aka Tea??

Our society is really stuck in the mindset of "popping the pill". Unfortunately, just because someone is trying to be more "natural", doesn't mean that this mindset is still not a huge part of their thinking.

Now before I go on, let me give a disclaimer: Yes, I have taken herbs in capsules for a long time. It has only been recently that I have "changed my tune" (so-to-speak) about why capsules are NOT the best way to introduce the nutrients found in herbs into the body. And yes, I will still recommend to someone to go get herbs in capsule form when needed.

BUT - Personally at NMM we believe there are more effective ways to get all the nutrients offered in the herbs and plants around us - mainly through herbal infusions (tea), tinctures, glycerides and syrups. (We will get into the excellent absorption of tinctures and such, but today we are just talking about teas.)

Let's talk about why.

What is the "road trip" a capsule takes? The main way our body absorbs nutrients is through digestion (for good reason!). To get to the small intestine, the capsule has to pass the mouth, the esophagus, and the harsh acids in the stomach. Most of the time this is where the capsule breaks and the herbs are released. Then the herbs have to go through digestive juices and enzymes coming from the liver, gall bladder, pancreas and spleen and then into the small intestines where the flora exists. The flora is ACTUALLY where the body will take those herbs and utilize them into the body.

Interestingly, medical research has shown that any substance that passes through the digestive tract whether vitamin, mineral or drug in route to the flora of the intestines (because of capsule form), will have a maximum absorption of between 12 and 18 percent. From the time it is put in the mouth until it actually reaches the flora of the intestine you will lose between 82 to 88 percent of what you originally consumed. The 12% to 18% that is left still after being absorbed through the flora in the intestines goes into the liver to be processed before being put into the blood stream. Consequently, when you think you are getting your recommended daily allowance you are really only absorbing somewhere around 15 percent of that substance.

Hmmmm...

Herbal Infusions (tea):
This is personally NMM's favorite way of ingesting the nutrients found in various herbs and plants for "Daily Up-Keep". We have tea's on a daily basis. Why?

There is a study by researchers at the University of Montreal (published online in the European Journal of Applied Physiology), that takes a very detailed look at the kinetics of water absorption and offers a lot of answers with the how's and why's of liquid absorption.

The study gave 36 volunteers 300 mL of ordinary bottled water with a specific label for tracking (for specifics, read the study... very interesting with charts and everything, I like stuff like that.). They found that the water started showing up in the bloodstream within FIVE MINUTES. Half the water was absorbed in 11-13 minutes and completely absorbed in 75-120 minutes.

Within 10 minutes fluid levels in our blood stream have risen enough to trigger the processes telling our body to go to the bathroom. That is why when you drink something, you need to go visit the restroom so quickly. You aren't eliminating the same liquid you just drank, you are getting rid of liquid that has been there previously, which you then replaced with new liquid.

So, unlike going through the ENTIRE digestive system, the tea infusions that we drink are absorbed more efficiently and quickly.

Now, that is talking about just water. But when you make an infusion with herbs, there are many nutrients that are absorbed into your body at the same time. An herbal infusion is when the leaves of the herb are soaked and allowed to steep in very warm water (When you make a tea, allow it to steep for at least 30 minutes). Nutrients from the plant are extracted and "infused" into the water.

Because of the absorption rate of water, the nutrients found in the plant are then absorbed into your body! It is a beautiful way of getting daily vitamins and minerals.

See Women's Anxiety Formula for an excellent source of nutrients.

Wednesday, January 21, 2015

Anxiety R & R: Women's Anxiety & Stress Herb Mix

Please read about the Nitty-Gritty of Anxiety HERE. This post is to explain the formula we use and the herbs properties. It has been SO effective for us in dealing with anxiety disorders.

NMM Anxiety R & R: Women's Anxiety & Stress Herb Mix
TWO FLAVORS: Orange or Peppermint

Ingredients and Properties:

Red Raspberry Leaf: Everything about this plant has a perfect balance of nutrition to help our female systems in all stages of life. It is extremely high in magnesium, naturally high in potassium, iron and b-vitamins. Those just happen to be the exact ingredients your body needs when dealing with anxiety and hormone problems. God made Red Raspberry Leaf for us! The tannins give astringent properties which soothe internally and externally. Also extremely high in Vitamin C.

Lemon Balm: This has been used for years to help reduce anxiety, promote a calm state and improve indigestion. Why? Because Lemon balm is rich in caffeic acid and rosmarinic acid, which are powerful antioxidants that neutralize reactive oxygen species. It also contains eugenol, which acts like a natural anti-inflammatory that helps soothe painful conditions. These compounds offer profound antibacterial and antiviral properties and protect the lipid membrane of cells.

Nettle: Contain tannic acid, lecithin, chlorophyll, iron, silicic acid, lime, potassium, phosphorus, sulfur, sodium, chlorine, and vitamins A and C. Helps nursing mothers produce milk and it also stimulate the digestive glands of the stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, and gall bladder. Nettle stimulates the lymph system, can help relieve arthritis symptoms, support adrenals, helps cramping, reduces hypertension, helps with gastrointestinal disease, IBS and constipation, supports the endocrine system by helping the thyroid, spleen and pancreas. It contains fatty acids, carotenoids, calcium, iron, sodium, Vitamin A, Vit C.

Dandelion: Source of Folate, Magnesium, Phosphorus and Copper, Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Vitamin K,Thiamin, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Calcium, Iron, Potassium and Manganese.

Oatstraw: The German government commissioned calcium-rich oat straw extract as an effective herbal remedy for anxiety and stress. This is most likely due to the high Vitamin B complex content contained within the herb. Oat straw's calming qualities strengthens nerves and encourages a restful night's sleep. Oatstraw is high in calcium, protein and the spectrum of B vitamins, excepting vitamin B-12. Oatstraw is also high in silica, a mineral that is largely responsible for healthy skin, hair, nails and bones. It supports the central nervous system. We have found it helps us with anxiety, insomnia and nervousness. According to Finnish herbalist Henriette Kress. Oatstraw can soothe an over-stressed nervous system, providing centered, calm energy. The B vitamins may be one reason that oatstraw tea has such a beneficial action on stress.

Rosehips: It has the ability to help regenerate new skin cells because of astringent levels.The fruit acids and pectin in rose hip tea is a mild diuretic and laxative. It is used to improve, and relieve the symptoms of kidney disorders, or to help in the case of mild constipation. Because of the high vitamin C content they are an excellent immune system supporter and are often used as a supplement to prevent or treat a cold. Rose hips are a source of vitamin C; they contain 50% more vitamin C than oranges.

Orange Peel: Rich source of vitamin A, B-complex vitamins, minerals such as calcium, selenium, manganese, zinc...etc., several fold more than its pulp. Peel is rich source of rough dietary fibers, also known as NSP (non-soluble polysaccharides), such ashemi-cellulose, pectin, tannins, gum…etc. These compounds increase the bulk to the food, and help prevent constipation by reducing gastro-intestinal transit time. They further bind to the toxin chemicals in the food and protect their expose to gut mucus membrane and thereby offer protection from colon cancer risk. Furthermore, dietary fibers bind firmly to bile salts (produced from cholesterol) and eliminate them from the gut, thus in turn help lower serum LDL cholesterol levels.

Peppermint: Mint composes numerous plant derived chemical compounds that are known to have been anti-oxidant, disease-preventing and health promoting properties. Total antioxidant strength (ORAC) of fresh peppermint herb is 13,978 µmol TE/100 g. It is rich in essential oils, vitamins and dietary fiber, which helps to control blood cholesterol and blood pressure inside the human body. Peppermint-herb is an excellent source of minerals like potassium, calcium, iron, manganese and magnesium. 100 g fresh herb provides 569 mg of potassium. Potassium is an important component of cell and body fluids that helps control heart rate and blood pressure. Manganese and copper works as co-factors for the antioxidant enzyme, superoxide-dismutase. Further, it is rich in many antioxidant vitamins, including vitamin A, beta carotene, vitamin-C and vitamin E. The leaves of mint also contain many important B-complex vitamins like folates, riboflavin and pyridoxine (vitamin B-6); and the herb is an excellent source of vitamin-K.