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cohosh root, cramp bark, and lobelia leaf.f Lack of ovulation or general hormonal imbalance can be dealt with
through cleanses (especially liver and bowel) and a good mixed herbal
formula taken regularly. Dr. Christopher’s female formula would be
ideal in this situation: use blessed thistle leaf, cayenne pod, cramp
bark, black cohosh root, gingerroot, barberry root bark, red raspberry
leaf, squaw vine leaf, bearberry leaf, and chaste tree berry.
~ Colon and liver cleanses will be necessary (see chapter 6).
~ Use vaginal pessaries (see chapter 3).
~ Take hot and cold showers.
~ Exercise regularly.
irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome is the most common bowel complaint seen by
doctors. The bowel has irregular muscular contractions, which cause food
and toxins to become trapped and stored, leading to bloating,
constipation followed by diarrhea, and excessive mucus production, all of
which will cause pain. This is often a precursor to other complaints. In
general, follow directions for diverticulitis and colitis.
- You will need to change your diet radically (see chapter 4) and re-
populate colon bacteria by taking acidophilus.
(^) ~ A bowel cleanse with appropriate herbs to suit the individual will be
vital. A liver cleanse would also be advised. Consider using equal parts
of slippery elm inner bark, marshmallow root, and meadowsweet leaf
if diarrhea predominates.
~ Gentle massage with essential oils of chamomile and ylang-ylang is
helpful.
~ Use a hot castor-oil pack with chamomile and ylang-ylang essential oil
placed on the abdomen; reheat and replace till the pain has subsided.
~ Get plenty of exercise.
jaundice
Jaundice is a yellowing of the skin and eyes caused by discoloration from
a buildup of waste products in the bloodstream that would normally be
dealt with by the liver. It can be caused by a blockage in the bile duct, an
infection, or liver disease.
- Take carrot juice, wheat germ, lots of steamed broccoli, artichokes,
cabbage, and rice, along with plenty of garlic and turmeric.
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