Thursday, December 8, 2011

Stevia

Stevia rebaudiana
Natural sweetener


Recognized uses research-based

Studies of Stevia to the aid of oral diseases such as gingival bleeding was positive in the control and improvement. (Elizondo, sf)The plant is safe for patients with the disease phenylketonuria.
It is a safe plant as sweetener use (Geuns, sf).
The most important ingredients that give the sweet taste of Stevia are substances (glycoside) of stevioside and rebaudioside A. That is 300 times sweeter than sucrose. (Bautista, 2005)
The stevioside and rebaudioside are diterpenoids (terpenes).The pharmacological properties of diterpenes

Analgesic, antibacterial, antifungal, ani-inflammatory, antineoplastic, antiprozoal, cardiotonic, cytotoxic, enzyme inhibitor, insecticidal, skin irritant, sweetening agents .(Hoffman, 2003)
Elizondo, J. y Ramirez, J. Efectos del extracto de Stevia rebaudiana bertoni en la enfermedad periodontal. Consultado el 20 de Diciembre, 2010. .http://congresoacco.com/articulos/articulos/2007/9-Efectos_de_Stevia_rebaudiana_bertoni_en_enfermedad_peridontal.pdf
Geuns, J. Stevia y glucósido de Esteviol . Propiedades, técnicas, uso, exposición, toxicología, efectos farmacológicos. Consultado el 20 de Diciembre. http://www.euprint.be/stevia/Summary%20-%20Estevia%20y%20Gluc%F3sidos%20de%20Esteviol.pdf
Hoffaman, D. 2003. Medical herbalism. The science and practice of Herbal Medicine.
Bautista, M. Alimentos bajos en energía: Que es lo que debemos saber de ellos. Guanajuato, México. Consultado el 20 de Diciembre 2011. http://redalyc.uaemex.mx/pdf/416/41615304.pdf


Green Te (Te verde,Te blanco, Te negro)

Camellia sinensis
Digestive, antiseptic, stimulant, antioxidant, skin problems

Uses scientifically recognized:

Microbial action (Domingo, 2003)Cardiovascular disease, lowers blood pressure, antioxidant, cholesterol lowering, control of body weight. (Hernandez, 2004)


Dosage:  cardiovascular system: Infusions of 7 cup a day
Dosage:  control of body weight: 4 cups daily infusions

Contains caffeine have a stimulating effect on central nervous system (respiratory and cardiovascular), diuretic. The alkaloid theobromine Purina is also present in Camellia sinensis, vasodilator properties, relaxing the bronchial muscles. (Hofman, 2003)This plant is rich in polyphenols which represent over 30% of its dry weight. Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) on the main polyphenol. With chemopreventive activity, inhibits tumor invasion. (Melgarejo, 2009)

Domingo, D. 2003. Plantas con acción antimicrobiana. Servicio de microbiología. Hospital Universitario de la Princesa, Madrid.
Hernandez, T. 2004. El te verde una buena elección para le prevención de enfermedades cardiovasculares. Consultado el 20 de Diciembre, 2011. http://www.scielo.org.ve/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0004-06222004000400003&lng=pt&nrm=iso&tlng=es
Hoffaman, D. 2003. Medical herbalism. The science and practice of Herbal Medicine.
Melgarejo, E, 2009. El te como factor quimiopreventivo. Doctora en Biologia. Departamiento de Biologia molecular y Bioquimica. Universidad de Malaga. Consultado el 14 de Enero, 2012. http://www.encuentros.uma.es/encuentros124/articulos124.pdf



Lemon balm (Melisa, Toronjil)

Melissa officinalis
Cold sores, insomnia, psoriasis, sedative, anxiety, antiseptic, digestive

Sedative, antiviral, digestive disorders, nervous (Beyrer, sf)
Soothing, anti-anxiety, anxiety, stress, low headache, low fever (Pardo, 2009)Insect bites, colds, antioxidant, antifungal, immunostimulant (Andrea, 2011)



Dosage: 3 infusions per day, about 5 fresh leaves per cup of water plant


 
Andrea, J. Photochemical characterization, antibacterial and antioxidant activity of extracts of medicinal plants used in Pereira and Santa Rosa de Cabal (Risaralda). Partial requirement to obtain the title of Chemical technology. Retrieved on December 20, 2011. http://repositorio.utp.edu.co/xml/bitstream/handle/123456789/2265/54764C146.pdf?sequence=1

Pardo, K. 2009. Effect of ethanol extract of Melissa officinalis (Lemon Balm) in modifying the child's behavior in dental anxiety. Retrieved on December 20, 2011. http://www.upch.edu.pe/FAEST/old/publica/2009/vol19_n2/vol19_n2_09_art3.pdf

Beyrer, A. Ethnobotanical studies on medicinal plants in the province of Camaguey (Cuba). Retrieved on December 20, 2010.
Dosage: 1tsp 2-3 times a day diluted in 30 ml of fruit juice

Pelargonium (Geranio de limon)

Pelargonium graveolens
Headache, wounds, used oil in perfumery

Antimicrobial activities (Dorman,2008)

Dosage: Uses external  of the Oil

Another way to use a small portion of leaf lemon drink


Dorman, H,2008. Antimicrobial agents from plants: antibacterial activity of plant volatile oils. Consultado el 21 de diciembre, 2011. http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1046/j.1365-2672.2000.00969.x/full


Rue (Ruda)

Ruta chalepensis
Abortifacient, swollen glands, menstrual problems



Rue

Is recommended with caution, is a plant with high toxicity and is highly abortion. Seeking professional help for the consumption of this plant. Is a bitter plant

Contraindications for Bitters plant: Pregnanacy, Kidney stones, gallbladder disease, dysmenorrhea, gastroesophageal reflux disease, hiatus hernia, gastritis, ulcer pectic. (Hoffman, 2003)

Hoffaman, D. 2003. Medical herbalism. The science and practice of Herbal Medicine.

Cecropia (Guarumo)

Cecropia obtusifolia
Asthma, inflammation of the prostate, diuretic, abortive


Control of diabetes mellitus (Galicia, 2002)
Asthma (Waizel, 2009)

Inflammation of the prostate: Use scientifically proven popular not
Dose: Dried leaves: 20 grams in a pint of water
Fresh herbs: 30 grams in a pint of water
Take about two cups of 250ml.

Very important 
is  not  a plant diuretic  (Karina, 2005)

Galicia, H. 2002. Studies on hypoglycemic Activity of Mexican Medicinal Plants. Retrieved on December 21, 2011.

Waizel, S. 2009. Some plants used in Mexico for the treatment of asthma. An Orl Mex. Retrieved on December 21, 2011. http://www.medigraphic.com/pdfs/anaotomex/aom-2009/aom094f.pdf

Karina, J. 2005. Pharmacological validation of the diuretic activity of aqueous infusions of Cecropia obtusifolia, Cecropia peltata, Solanum nigrescens, Zebrian pendula. Popularly used in Guatemala. Retrieved on December 21, 2011. http://biblioteca.usac.edu.gt/tesis/06/06_2307.pdf

Aloe (Sabila)

Aloe vera
Burns, ulcers grastricas, disinfectant, anti-inflammatory, fungicidal



We will focus on the problems that can generate the Aloe vera in their bad handling.

Do not use on deep burns or wounds. It causes delay in the healing process, wait several days before applying (Rodriguez, 2006)

May cause skin irritation and can be a drastic purgative for Aloina (Patrisia, sf)

Aloe is a natural laxative herbs considered by the presence of anthraquinone.
Aloe  demostrate antileukemica Activities. (Hoffman, 2003)

Recipe for the use of aloe

Honey 300ml
400 g of Aloe
5 tablespoons of brandy, whiskey, vodka

Everything is put in the blender until it was homogeneous

Dosage: One tablespoon before each meal.


Rodriguez, I. 2006. Benefits of Aloe vera in skin conditions. Retrieved on December 21, 2011. http://www.bvs.sld.cu/revistas/enf/vol22_3_06/enf04306.html

Patricia, C. Homemade toxic plants in the city of Manizales. Retrieved on December 21, 2011. http://biosalud.ucaldas.edu.co/downloads/Revista% 202_3.pdf
Hoffaman, D. 2003. Medical herbalism. The science and practice of Herbal Medicine.

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Flax (linaza)

Linum usitatissimum

Stomach problems, kidney inflammation, respiratory problems, externally-inflammatory, urinary infection


Nutrient, Laxative, Antioxidant, Phytoestrogenic. (Chavallier, 2000)

Flax oil, or flax Also know as linseed oil, is made ​​from, the seeds of Linum usitatissimum. Flax Seed Oil May Have anti-inflammatory, antithrombotic, and antiproliferative Activities. (Hoffman, 2003).
Is a demulcent herb. Are rich in mucilage and dog soothe irritated of inflamed and Protect internal tissue. Help Prevent diarrhea, reduces muscle Spasms That cause digestive colic. Relax Spasms painful and urinary bladder in the system, and Sometimes Even in the uterus. (Hoffman, 2003)

Dosage: Used as a regular drink
Chavallier, A. 2000. Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine.
Hoffaman, D. 2003. Medical herbalism. The science and practice of Herbal Medicine.

Passion flower ( Calzoncillo)


Passiflora biflora
Urinary infection (Kidneys)

No report of scientific studies. Only popular applications

Dosage: Dosage: Dried leaves: 20 grams in a pint of water
Fresh herbs: 30 grams in a pint of water
Take about two cups of 250ml.


Yellow trumpet (Cortez amarillo)

Tabebuia ochrea
Healing, stomach ulcers, urinary infections

Uses: As part of the family called Lapacho trees in South America from its bark is credited with antirheumatic properties, anti-arthritic and anti-cancer, ulcers sifilicas, leukemia, colds, fever, diabetes, stimulate the immune system, antibiotics, antifungal , antiviral. (Justiano, 2000)

It consists of Quinones (naphthoquinones) with antimicrobial properties lapachol

Dosage: Tincture: Take 2 ml with Water 3 times a day
Decoction: 20g dried bark to 750 ml of water, Reduced to 500 ml 2 cup a day

Justiano, J. 2000. Tajibos or Lapachos. Ecology and silviculture of species less concodias. Retrieved on December 21, 2011.http://www.cfb.org.bo/downloads/documentos/Ecologia_y_Silvicultura_de_Especies_Menos_Conocidas_Tajibos.pdf