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Q&A About Herbs
1.
WHAT
ARE HERBS? Herbs are plants. They are the highest quality food
known to man. They contain vitamins, minerals, enzymes and trace
elements in natural balance and harmony.
2.
WHY
USE HERBS? It is our sincere belief that our Creator put herbs
on the earth to maintain and restore our health. We believe that
herbs get to the cause of health problems, not just the
symptoms. Herbs are whole-end balanced; thus, they provide
nutrition for our body to become whole and balanced.
3.
ARE
THERE BAD SIDE EFFECTS WITH USING HERBS? No, but some people
experience cleansing actions in the body when first using herbs
(such as nausea, diarrhea, headaches, etc.). It is this
detoxifying process that helps bring the body into a state of
health. When toxins (poisons) that have been stored in the body
are released, temporary (2-5 days) discomfort may be
experienced. Be glad when you have these feelings because it
means you are ridding your body of harmful toxins.
4.
DO I
TREAT HERBS LIKE DRUGS? (small dosages, caution in mixing,
watching for overdose) Herbs are food, not drugs. Most herbs can
be taken in large quantities without harmful side effects.
Mixing herbs (which are foods) has no more side effects than
mixing carrots with peas. You can take all the herbs you want to
benefit your health. Most chemical drugs can be taken at the
same time as herbs, but it is preferable to take them at
different times. (Consult your physician about any chemical drug
use). There are a few herbs that pregnant and nursing women
should be cautious of. There are many good books about herb use
during pregnancy and nursing.
5.
HOW
MANY HERBS SHOULD I TAKE AND FOR HOW LONG? When using a new
herb, begin with the recommended dosage and observe how your
body reacts to it. If you do not receive the desired results,
increase or decrease the dosage accordingly. When herbs are used
for restoring health, dosages will need to be five to seven
times that which is required for maintaining health. Depending,
of course, on the condition and the severity of it,
approximately three months of sustained high dosage is usually
required before the body begins to heal itself. Then add one
month for each year you had the illness. (Dr. Jack Ritchason,
The Little Herb Encyclopedia)
6.
HOW
SOON SHOULD I GET RESULTS? It's impossible to give an exact
answer. There are many variables involved, such as the severity
of the problem, the health of a person's assimilation and
digestive system, the number of herbs taken, the stress a person
is under, their diet, and so on. However, someone with problems
like constipation or blood sugar imbalance will often get
excellent results within a day, while someone with poor eyesight
or joint pain may not feel any difference for weeks or more.
7.
CAN I
QUIT TAKING MY CHEMICAL DRUGS? Herbs are a slow, safe way to
build and maintain health. Don't ever quit taking drugs you're
dependent on. Many people have gradually decreased drug dosages
and frequency with the use of herbs. Always consult with your
physician who prescribed the drug.
8.
WHEN
IS THE BEST TIME TO TAKE HERBS? Since herbs are food, you can
take them whenever you want. However, the best time is during
your meal; chew each bite thoroughly and as you are ready to
swallow, slip a capsule or two of herbs in your mouth and
swallow them with your food. (All the digestive fluids and
enzymes are present at this time). Do this in the beginning and
middle of your meal, leaving something to eat after you have
taken them to be sure they are pushed into the stomach cavity in
case there is a hiatal hernia problem.
The
information provided here is for educational purposes only and
should not be used to diagnose and/or treat disease. If you have
a serious health problem, I recommend that you consult a
competent health practitioner.
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