Flax

Flaxseed for Menopausal Discomfort

Published November 19, 2016 | By shirleytwofeathers

Safety concerns have reduced the number of women on hormone replacement therapy, but flaxseed is rich in phytoestrogens (plant estrogens) that can take the heat out of hot flashes. At Laval University in Quebec, Canada, researchers gave 25 menopausal women HRT or flaxseed (1.4 ounces per day, mixed into food). After six months, flaxseed relieved hot flashes as effectively as HRT.

~Michael Castleman, Natural Health

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Slippery Elm for Bronchitis

Published November 15, 2016 | By shirleytwofeathers

Slippery Elm bark is an ingredient in various lung medicines. A valuable remedy for Bronchitis and all diseases of the throat and lungs is compounded as follows:

1 teaspoonful Flax seed
1 oz. Slippery Elm bark
1 oz. Thoroughwort (Boneset)
1 stick Licorice
1 quart water

Simmer slowly for 20 minutes. Strain and add 1 pint of the best vinegar and 1/2 pint of sugar. When cold, bottle. Dose: 1 tablespoonful two or three times a day.

Source: A Modern Herbal
For information about the individual herbs visit: The Encyclopedia of Herbology

Posted in Cold and Flu Remedies | Tagged Boneset, Bronchitis, Flax, Licorice, Slippery Elm | 1 Comment