Polymnia canadensis, commonly known as whiteflower leafcup, is a flowering plant native to eastern North America from Ontario south to Alabama and from Kansas, Oklahoma, and Minnesota east to North Carolina, Vermont and Connecticut. It is considered endangered in the last two states. It is typically found in moist forests over calcareous rocks.

Polymnia canadensis, commonly known as 'bears foot' or 'small-flowered leafcup', is more easily identified by features other than the small flowers which ...

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Traditional use of medicinal plants in wound healing

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For more than 5,000 years, the Egyptians, indigenous peoples of Africa, Asia, the Romans, and other peoples have used medicinal plants as the first line of therapy for inflammation, burns, ulcers, and surgical wounds. These medicinal plants are known to contain many natural bioactive compounds that help speed up the process of wound healing and tissue regeneration. Some examples of medicinal plants and their wound healing effects are listed next.

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The most powerful medicinal plants and their healing components  

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The wound healing process is a string of interdependent cellular and biochemical stages that try to improve the condition of the wound. If we want this wound healing process to happen faster through innovation, the desired effect is to shorten the time it takes to heal or reduce the risk of developing wounds.&nbsp;

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In traditional medicine, drugs are applied topically or systematically to help wound healing. Antibiotics, antiseptics, flake removers, extracts and others have been used to heal wounds. Some synthetic drugs face restrictions due to their side effects.&nbsp;

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On the other hand, phytotherapy through plants or plant-derived combinations are a field of research, identification and formulation for the treatment and management of wound healing. There is increasing interest in using medicinal plants for wound healing due to lower side effects. Studies have shown that medicinal plants improve wound healing in diabetes, as well as in infected and open wounds. There are various mechanisms by which these medicinal plants improve wound healing and promote tissue healing.

Centella-asiatica

Centella asiatica 

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Centella asiatica (Centella asiatica) is a plant that has been used to accelerate wound healing. [ref. 1] To facilitate the healing of chronic ulcers in terms of their distance, depth and scale, extracts of Centella asiatica have been considered in several studies. <a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/en/herb/14685" target="_blank" data-ref="Centella asiatica" rel="noopener">[ref.</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.researchgate.net/publication/361466235_Wound_Healing_Role_of_Traditional_Herbal_Medicine_Treatment" target="_blank" data-ref="Just a moment..." rel="noopener">2]</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Aziaticoside isolated from Centella asiatica has been shown to promote epithelialization and collagen deposition in a wound of several types. Isolated triterpenes from Centella asiatica improve collagen remodeling and glycosaminoglycan synthesis. In addition, oral administration of madecasoside by Centella asiatica has been shown to promote collagen synthesis and wound site angiogenesis.

Turmeric-(Curcuma-longa)

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) 

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Curcumin has been used as a remedy and as a nutritional spice for many years as it is an active agent found in the root of Curcuma longa and a member of the ginger family. <a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/en/pubmed/Pharmacology_of_Curcuma_longa_2062949" target="_blank" data-ref="Pharmacology of Curcuma longa. | Herbal &amp; Natural Medicine" rel="noopener">[ref.</a>&nbsp;3]&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Curcumin is used by conventional Ayurvedic doctors to treat asthma, respiratory diseases, liver disorders, diabetes and skin injuries. Curcumin is a popular remedy in traditional Chinese medicine and for stomach pain. Curcumin has been commonly used for decades by various ethnic groups and is among the most widely studied dietary supplements.

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Experimental findings from various in vivo and in vitro tests have shown that by altering the pericellular and extracellular matrix, curcumin generates much of its beneficial effects. Therefore, it may not be surprising that curcumin stimulates fibroblast proliferation, granulation tissue development, and collagen deposition in skin wound healing. &nbsp;<a href="https://linkinghub.elsevier.com/retrieve/pii/S0142961203006252" target="_blank" data-ref="Redirecting" rel="noopener">[ref. 4]</a>&nbsp;

Aloe-(aloe-vera)

Aloe (aloe vera) 

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Aloe vera consists of many natural bioactive compounds, including basic and complex ones such as glycosides, polysaccharides, saponins, pyrocatechol, anthraquinones, acemannan, phytol, oleic acid, and water-soluble polysaccharides. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/en/herb/14536" target="_blank" data-ref="Aloe vera" rel="noopener">[ref. 5]</a>&nbsp; Acetone extracts from aloe vera leaves showed greater antimicrobial activity than that of alcohol and water extracts. Aloe vera contains saponins, acemannan and anthraquinone-derived compounds with proven antimicrobial activity.

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Topical administration of aloe vera may help reduce wound closure time, as documented in rat studies. &nbsp;<a href="https://hrcak.srce.hr/58465" target="_blank" data-ref="Effect of aqueous extract of Aloe vera on experimental cutaneous wound healing in rat" rel="noopener">[ref. 6]</a>&nbsp;

Ginseng-(Panax-ginseng)

Ginseng (Panax ginseng) 

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In China, Japan, Korea, and Eastern Siberia, it is one of the most popular medicinal plants used. <a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/en/herb/14363" target="_blank" data-ref="Panax" rel="noopener">[Ref. 7]</a>&nbsp; Panax ginseng is used to treat depression, anxiety, and chronic fatigue disorders.&nbsp; Panax ginseng has been shown to cause vasodilation, control blood lipids, reduce inflammation, and have antioxidant, anti-cancer, antibacterial, antiallergic, anti-aging, and immunomodulatory capacity.&nbsp;

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Panax ginseng contains many bioactive compounds, of which the most powerful active ingredient of Panax ginseng is the saponin family. Panax ginseng root extracts protect the skin from acute UVB radiation and significantly improve healing after sunburn and excision wound injury. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/6/2/517" target="_blank" data-ref="Immunomodulatory Activity of Red Ginseng against Influenza A Virus Infection" rel="noopener">[ref. 8]</a>&nbsp;

Tea-tree-(Melaleuca-alternifolia)

Tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) 

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The tea tree, which is native to Australia, produces oil that has long been thought to be beneficial for skin diseases, including mild acne, mycosis, small wounds, dandruff, insect bites and other inflammatory skin conditions.

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It is necessary to further investigate the use in acne and scalp, but for now there is evidence of the antimicrobial properties of tea tree oil on wounds and local infections. Tea tree oil, as with all essential oils, should be diluted in base oil.

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How to prepare herbs for topical application 

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Depending on the plant, the immediate need for healing, and how painful the wound is, there are several ways to prepare plants for topical application:

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Use the fresh plant: dial a few leaves and rub them on your skin;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Paw: soak the plant in hot water for about ten minutes, as you would for tea. Use 1-2 large handfuls of herbs in 1-2 cups of water. If you use fresh leaves, mash them or chop them in mojito style. Let the plant cool and then apply it to the affected area. Apply for 10-20 minutes, several times a day. Suitable for sprains and injuries without damaged skin;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Compress: prepared as a paw. Strain the plant material and soak a cloth in the squeezed juice. Place the towel on the scratch, wound or place of trauma. This prevents the plant from entering directly into an open wound and is generally less likely to cause a reaction;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Butter, ointment or cream: it is more complicated to make yourself, but it is certainly possible if you are interested. Available from herbalists and farmers' markets too; the more common ones with ingredients such as aloe vera, arnica, mint and the like can be found in stores and pharmacies; Essential oil: several plants are best applied as pure essential oils. They are available in small brown jars and are found in herbal product stores and organic markets. Many kilograms of plant material are distilled to separate only volatile oils. However, they will last you for a long time - only one or two drops are needed for topical application. It is important to know, that most essential oils are too strong to be applied directly to the skin. Therefore, they are always diluted with a little base oil (e.g. jojoba) or used in ointment.</li></ul>

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DIY Herbal Medicine

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The great advantage of herbs is that they go well together. Instead of contradicting each other, they create synergy, making the whole even more beneficial. Feel free to mix and combine the medicinal plants you have available. If you are in doubt about how to do it, ask someone more familiar with phytotherapy.

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Here is a recipe for a useful compress for abrasions, scratches or wounds, which we named Compress "Do it yourself" and contains:

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1 part flowers of chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/en/pubmed/Chamomile_Matricaria_chamomilla_L_An_overview_22096322" target="_blank" data-ref="Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.): An overview. | Herbal &amp; Natural Medicine" rel="noopener">[ref. 9]</a>&nbsp;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1 part calendula flowers</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1 part leaf and yarrow color</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1 part sheet of oman</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">1 part leaf plantain</li></ul>Soak 1/4 cup herbal mixture in 2 cups of water for 10-15 minutes or until it has a good temperature. Strain through a French press or other vessel. Soak a towel in the liquid and apply it to abrasions, scratches or wounds for 20 minutes. Repeat several times a day. Store the liquid in the refrigerator for up to 1 day or overnight.

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Wound healing since ancient times has remained a challenging clinical problem for effective wound healing. One of the most ancient methods of accelerating healing and their treatment is the application of medicinal plants such as those presented in this material. The power of nature is definitely on our side, and with the right information about the positive and negative effects, if any, it can help with a host of health problems, including effective wound healing.

Medicinal Plants and Their Components for Healing Wounds

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The most popular herbal liqueurs in the world 

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Sassolino di Modena (or sasolino only) is an anise-flavored liqueur that first appeared in the 19th century. The original version of the liqueur is dense and resembles syrup and is often addressed as a female drink due to its low alcohol content.&nbsp;

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It is claimed that the drink was invented by Swiss pharmacists who settled in the area and was eventually promoted by the cadets from the Military Academy in Modena, who had a summer camp in Sassuolo.

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This clear and bright liqueur has a distinctive aroma of star anise and is usually consumed as a DJ, served pure or with ice. It is also often included in desserts or added to coffee to make caff&egrave; corretto.

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Galliano /LIVORNO, ITALY/

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Galliano is a sweet herbal liqueur created in 1896 by Italian distiller and brandy producer Arturo Miteri from Livorno, Tuscany. The star element in "Galliano" is vanilla, which distinguishes it from other anise-flavored liqueurs such as Sambuca, Pernod or Anisette, but the extensive list of ingredients also includes Chinese star anise, Mediterranean anise, juniper, yarrow (Achillea millefolium) &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/en/pubmed/Minireview_on_Achillea_millefolium_Linn_23959026" target="_blank" data-ref="Minireview on Achillea millefolium Linn. | Herbal &amp; Natural Medicine" rel="noopener">[ref. 1]</a> , ginger (Zingiber officinale) &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/en/pubmed/Zingiber_officinale_ginger_Monograph_12946242" target="_blank" data-ref="Zingiber officinale (ginger). Monograph. | Herbal &amp; Natural Medicine" rel="noopener">[ref. 2]</a>&nbsp; lavender (Lavandula) &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/14546" target="_blank" data-ref="Lavandula" rel="noopener">[ref. 3]</a> , cinnamon (Cinnamomum Verum)&nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/14482" target="_blank" data-ref="Cinnamon" rel="noopener">[ref. 4]</a> and mint (Mentha)&nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/14450" target="_blank" data-ref="Mentha" rel="noopener"> [Ref. 5]</a> &nbsp;

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In an appearance similar to Strega, Galliano is sweet and has an intricate aroma <a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/14437" target="_blank" data-ref="Vanilla" rel="noopener">of vanilla [ref. 6] and</a> anise with fine citrus, woody, and herbal notes. It is used both as a diet and as an ingredient for cocktails, especially Harvey Wallbanger.

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Zirbenlikör /AUSTRIA/ 

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Zirbenlikör is a pine liqueur that is produced in alpine countries, but is mostly associated with Austria. Alcohol is made from pine cones, usually Arolla Stone Pines, which are picked in the summer when they are still green. They are then cut and soaked in a wheat spirit or fruit brandy. As they ripen, they give the base a distinctive reddish tinge.&nbsp;

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Zirbenlikör is warm, fresh and soft with typical floral and pine notes. It is often drunk independently as an après-ski drink, but it can also be used in cocktails or long drinks.

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Averna /CALTANISSETTA, ITALY/ 

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Some sources claim that the recipe was handed over to Avernas by a monk from the local Monastery of San Spirito.&nbsp;

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The exact list of ingredients remains a family secret of Averna, but it is said that this bitter-sweet liqueur is made with more than 60 different herbs, roots, pomegranate and essential oils of bitter Sicilian lemons.

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Tentura /PATRAS, GREECE/

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Tentura (Tentura) is a traditional liqueur that comes from Patras. It is prepared by pouring brandy or rum with herbs and spices. The most common flavors include cinnamon and cloves &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/160574" target="_blank" data-ref="Dianthus" rel="noopener">[ref. 7]</a>&nbsp; but nutmeg and citrus fruits are often used in the recipes. Tentura has an amber or dark color with aroma and taste, reminiscent of warming spices and vanilla.

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Génépi /AOSTA VALLEY, ITALY/ 

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Génépi (Jenepi) is an herbal liqueur that is usually made by soaking dried herbs in neutral alcohol or cereal spirit, with added sugar. Although small amounts of other herbs can be added to the macerë, the most famous are the Alpine shrubs of the genus Artemisia (wormwood) &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/search/Artemisia" target="_blank" data-ref="Artemisia" rel="noopener">[ref. 8]</a>&nbsp;which give the drink a distinctive, subtle bitter taste.

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Pelinkovac /CROATIA/

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Pelinkovac is a traditional Croatian herbal liqueur produced by distillation of herbal macerati. The distillate is regulated and mixed with water, alcohol and macerate base. Pelinkovac should always have a dominant element of wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/15289" target="_blank" data-ref="Artemisia absinthium" rel="noopener">[ref. 9]</a> , usually <a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/15577" target="_blank" data-ref="Anethum" rel="noopener">supplemented by</a> &nbsp;dill [ref. 10]&nbsp; sage (Salvia Officinalis) &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/14411" target="_blank" data-ref="Salvia officinalis" rel="noopener">[ref. 11]</a>&nbsp; and mint, but the final herbal composition may vary depending on the region and season.

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Amaro Lucano /PISTICCI, ITALY/ 

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Lucano is an Italian amaro that is flavored with more than 30 plants. Some of them are known as wormwood, sage, &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/14624" target="_blank" data-ref="Gentiana" rel="noopener">tinty [ref. 12]</a> ,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/15892" target="_blank" data-ref="Angelica archangelica" rel="noopener">angelica [ref. 13]</a>&nbsp; bitter orange and ruta, but the exact composition and recipe remain secret. The resulting drink is clear, of attractive mahogany color and is best served clean, preferably well chilled or with ice.

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Ancho Reyes is a unique Mexican liqueur soaked in peppers ancho - the dried version of mature poblano chillies. The recipe is based on traditional Puebla liqueurs (menjurjes), which date back to the 1920s.&nbsp;

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The whole process consists only of handmade and involves selecting only the best peppers, which are dried, then cut with scissors and allowed to soak in a cane spirit drink originating in Veracruz. After soaking, the spirit drink is mixed and then matures until it acquires its spicy and smoky flavors and flavors.&nbsp;

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The original version of the liqueur is made from ripe red peppers, while the newer version Ancho Reyes Verde is made from previously picked, blended green peppers.

Among alcoholic beverages, liqueurs are some of the most numerous types, flavors, composition and origin. In many countries they have been produced for decades with traditions in the industry wonderful herbal liqueurs, including Italy, France, USA, Spain, Germany, Mexico and Sanat.io other countries. <a href="../../p/%D0%9D%D0%B0%D0%B9-%D0%BF%D0%BE%D0%BF%D1%83%D0%BB%D1%8F%D1%80%D0%BD%D0%B8%D1%82%D0%B5-%D0%B1%D0%B8%D0%BB%D0%BA%D0%BE%D0%B2%D0%B8-%D0%BB%D0%B8%D0%BA%D1%8C%D0%BE%D1%80%D0%B8-%D0%B2-%D1%81%D0%B2%D0%B5%D1%82%D0%B0-%D0%BA%D0%BB%D0%B0%D1%81%D0%B0%D1%86%D0%B8%D1%8F-%D1%87%D0%B0%D1%81%D1%82-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The world's most popular herbal liqueurs [part 1 ranking]</a> and <a href="../../p/%D0%9D%D0%B0%D0%B9-%D0%BF%D0%BE%D0%BF%D1%83%D0%BB%D1%8F%D1%80%D0%BD%D0%B8%D1%82%D0%B5-%D0%B1%D0%B8%D0%BB%D0%BA%D0%BE%D0%B2%D0%B8-%D0%BB%D0%B8%D0%BA%D1%8C%D0%BE%D1%80%D0%B8-%D0%B2-%D1%81%D0%B2%D0%B5%D1%82%D0%B0-%D0%BA%D0%BB%D0%B0%D1%81%D0%B0%D1%86%D0%B8%D1%8F-%D1%87%D0%B0%D1%81%D1%82-2" target="_blank" rel="noopener">World's most popular herbal liqueurs [ranking part 2]</a>

The world's most popular herbal liqueurs [part 3]

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What is yarrow (Achillea millefolium)

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Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium)&nbsp; is a common perennial wild flower that usually grows in pastures, by the roads and even in desolate places. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/15221" target="_blank" data-ref="Achillea millefolium" rel="noopener">[ref. 1]</a>&nbsp; There are long fragrant leaves and flat white colored heads that are attractive to a wide range of pollinators, especially flies.&nbsp;

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Achillea millefolium is a highly variable species - it is treated both as a species with varieties and as many different species. A. millefolium is found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. In North America, for example, A. millefolium is a complex of native and introduced plants and their hybrids.&nbsp;

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The yarrow contains phytochemicals, which can help stop stomach cramps and fight infections. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.hindawi.com/journals/omcl/2021/6643827/" target="_blank" data-ref="Achillea Species as Sources of Active Phytochemicals for Dermatological and Cosmetic Applications" rel="noopener">[ref. 2]</a>&nbsp; People often use yarrow in problems such as eczema, irritable colon syndrome (IBS), wound healing and many other conditions, but not all of them have sufficient scientific evidence.

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Benefits and Uses of Yarrow Herb (Achillea millefolium)

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Achillea spp. is well known for its wide range of applications and its long history of use in traditional medicine around the world. The health benefits of Achillea extracts are the result of the numerous secondary metabolites identified in plants of this genus, which include flavonoids, phenolic acids, terpenes, guayanolydes, phytosterols, fatty acids and organic acids. Several extracts and isolated compounds from Achillea millefolium also show significant inhibitory, antioxidant and antimicrobial properties of tyrosinase and thus are interesting candidates for active ingredients of drugs and cosmetic products protecting the skin. There are studies that also reveal anti-inflammatory potential in local application of the herb. &nbsp;<a href="https://linkinghub.elsevier.com/retrieve/pii/S037887411730418X" target="_blank" data-ref="Redirecting" rel="noopener">[ref. 3]</a>&nbsp;

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Next, we will consider the benefits and applications of yarrow tea, which extend from support wound healing, to anti-inflammatory action in the body.

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Yarrow for wound healing

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Since the time of Ancient Greece, yarrow has been used in paws and ointments to treat wounds. An animal study found that yarrow leaf extracts show anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, both of which help heal wounds. &nbsp;<a href="https://linkinghub.elsevier.com/retrieve/pii/S0378874105004320" target="_blank" data-ref="Redirecting" rel="noopener">[ref. 4]</a> Indians and early settlers used yarrow because of its bloodsucking action, which makes it an effective remedy for wound healing.

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Yarrow to relieve digestive problems

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Yarrow has long been used to treat digestive problems such as ulcers and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), whose symptoms include stomach pain, diarrhea, bloating and constipation. In fact, this herb contains several flavonoids and alkaloids, which are plant compounds known to alleviate digestive complaints.

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In a study in rats, tonic with yarrow extract protects against damage to gastric acid and demonstrates anti-ulceration properties. &nbsp;<a href="https://linkinghub.elsevier.com/retrieve/pii/S0378874106001565" target="_blank" data-ref="Redirecting" rel="noopener">[Ref. 5]</a>&nbsp;

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Another animal study found that flavonoid antioxidants in yarrow tea can fight digestive cramps, inflammation and other symptoms of IBS. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.thieme-connect.de/products/ejournals/abstract/10.1055/s-0031-1296755" target="_blank" data-ref="Thieme E-Journals - Arzneimittelforschung / Abstract" rel="noopener">[Ref. 6]</a>&nbsp;

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Yarrow to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety 

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Flavonoids and alkaloids in yarrow tea can alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety, as indicated in several studies. &nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2016.00028/full" target="_blank" data-ref="Plant Alkaloids as an Emerging Therapeutic Alternative for the Treatment of Depression" rel="noopener">[ref. 7]</a>&nbsp;Studies have shown that plant-based alkaloids such as those in yarrow tea reduce secretion of corticosteroid, a hormone that is high during chronic stress.

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Yarrow against inflammation

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&nbsp;While inflammation is a natural bodily response, chronic inflammation can lead to damage to cells, tissues and organs in the human body. Yarrow can reduce inflammation of the skin and liver, which can help treat skin infections, signs of skin aging and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. &nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1473-2165.2008.00366.x" target="_blank" data-ref="Just a moment..." rel="noopener">[Ref. 8]</a>&nbsp;

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Yarrow has been used in traditional medicine since ancient times, including as a herbal tea, tonic and in other forms. Research shows that its plant compounds can help heal wounds, digestive problems, liver diseases and other conditions. Further research is needed in humans to confirm these actions.

5 Benefits and Uses of Yarrow Yea (Achillea millefolium)

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Our country is known for hundreds of famous individuals who have worked for the enlightenment of the people, for the preservation of our spirit and our language and alphabet. But besides educators and scholars, we also have remarkable medical professionals and doctors. Some of them honor folk medicine and herbal treatment as means of healing and treatment. One of those people we have introduced you with recently - Petar Dimkov the Healer. Besides being known for his wise words about kindness and happiness, Petar Dimkov is faithful to the means of folk medicine, with which he heals thousands of people. In this article we will explain why we call him the Healer and who are his twelve golden herbs for treating&nbsp;numerous ailments and conditions.

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Who is Petar Dimkov

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Born in 1886, Petar Dimkov is the child of a priest and healer. It is his mother who is the main inspiration for the future healer. In his book "Bulgarian Folk Medicine" Petar Dimkov shares that his mother Ekaterina Dimkova was the person who tirelessly sought, recorded and stored folk recipes for natural treatment. He received her recipe collection at the age of 14, and then his life became a string of surprising and challenging events.

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Military school in Russia, participation in three wars, serious merit for the construction of the Asparuhov shaft, construction of the Arch and Park Musem "Vladislav Varnenchik" in Varna, these are part of his valuable contributions. But all the time there is one thing that guides his path, and this is the attraction to the healing tools of folk medicine.

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Continuing the path of his family, Petar Dimkov devoted a huge part of his life to studying herbs, discovering and collecting recipes, improving and testing them. He was one of the first brave adherents of the environmentally friendly way of life, always calling for moderation in everything, practicing self-control and self-suggestion, preserving the health and purity of the soul through inquisitiveness and kindness. Because according to the Healer, "Kindness is a precious health" and "The joyful one does not suffer."

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According to unofficial data, after censoring his book "Handbook on Natural Healing and Living" and despite the ban on practicing, Petar Dimkov saved the lives of more than one&nbsp;hundred thousand people. And if this is not an example of dedication, then what else?

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Petar Dimkov ranks 67-th in the guide "The 100 Most Influential Bulgarians in Our History" published by Prof. Dr. Andrey Pantev and Borislav Gavrilov [ref. 1]. Whether <a href="/p/rietsieptitie_na_pietr_dimkov_liechitielia_nauchien_prochit_chast_1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer"></a>this place is too low for him or rather high you will be able to judge for yourself if you become acquainted with his work and life path. We actually share his story in <a href="../p/rietsieptitie_na_pietr_dimkov_liechitielia_nauchien_prochit_chast_1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The recipes of Petar Dimkov the Healer - scientific reading (part 1),</a> where we also speak about the tribulations in the healer's life and the fact that he never loses hope, he is always ready to help his fellow siblings even in wartime, and most importantly, that he leaves us abundant national wealth in the form of numerous recipes for folk medicine and tried-and-tested advice on good health.

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The Healer's Twelve Golden Herbs - part 2

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"Bulgarian Folk Medicine. Volume 1-3. Natural treatment and natural life in three volumes", "500 herbs for 50 diseases. Book 1: Petar Dimkov's Recipes for Cancer", "Eye Diagnosis" are among the most famous books of the Healer. And this nickname is received because from the beginning he helps people and treats them selflessly, without any payment.

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Inside the works of Petar Dimkov can be found thousands of pages with recipes for abscesses, atherosclerosis, Bazedova disease, blood and tooth diseases, insomnia, trivial cough and cold, constipation, erythema lupus, epilepsy, even leukemia and hundreds more health disorders.

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At the heart of the herbal treatment administered by Petar Dimkov the Healer are carefully collected, stored and applied herbs. Only natural means and methods of preparation such as baths, massage techniques, compression therapy and others are used, combined with moderate nutrition, physical activity and work on a subconscious level.

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As golden herbs, twelve different medicinal plants stand out in the recipes, which possess numerous beneficial properties. In the first part we talked about Agrimonia eupatoria, Pine Tips (Pinus sylvestris L.), Easter ("chief healer") (Veronica, plantaginaceae family), Nettle leaf (Urtica Dioica), St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) and Yellow yarrow (Achillea clypeolata). And today we continue with the presentation and analysis of the scientifically proven benefits of the remaining six herbs, which are:

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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Plantago major L. is used in folk medicine worldwide, not only in our country. [ref. 2] The leaves of the plant contain valuable polyphenol compounds, [ref. 3] which contribute to improving digestion, brain function and blood sugar levels. This plant contains a number of effective chemical ingredients, including flavonoids, alkaloids, terpenoids, phenolic acid derivatives, iridoid glycosides, fatty acids, polysaccharides and vitamins. [ref. 4] Besides all this, it turns out that Plantago major protects the liver from damage - it has a well-known and proven hepatoprotective, effect as well as anti-inflammatory action in the body [ref. 5].&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Raspberry leaves (Rubus idaeus L.) - raspberries are a source of ellagic acid, its 4-Arabinozide, 4' (4' '-acetyl) arabinoside and 4' (4' '-acetyl)xyloside, as well as quercetin and kempferol 3-glucosides. All listed ingredients are antioxidant compounds that can destroy free radicals. Red raspberry (Rubus idaeus L.) has been shown to reduce oxidative stress in obese diabetic mice, which is probably due to the polyphenols and fiber contained in the raspberries. [ref. 6] The bioactive potential of red raspberry has also been studied for its cytotoxic and cytoprotective activity on larynx carcinoma and colon adenocarcinoma in humans. The results are part of the scientific publication <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22082102/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The bioactive potential of red raspberry (Rubus idaeus L.) in exhibiting cytotoxic and cytoprotective activity on human laryngeal carcinoma and colon adenocarcinoma</a>. [ref. 7] Raspberry is part of the Healer's recipes for constipation, angina and pharyngitis, dysentery and more. <img class="tinyMCEImg" src="https://d20hztklr4qnvi.cloudfront.net/63e4917b-b50d-427e-bb86-a66fad9b04da_middle.jpg" border="0" alt=""></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Forest strawberry leaves (Fragaria vesca L.) - Fragaria vesca (wild strawberry) belongs to the Rose flower family. Plants of this family contain flavonoids, tannins, volatile oils, methyl salisilate and borneol. Fruits contain salicylic acid and are useful in the treatment of liver and kidney diseases, as well as in the treatment of rheumatism and gout [ref. 8, 9] Forest strawberries also have antioxidant, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, making them great allies of our immunity. The Healer recommends strawberries as part of a special decoction for quitting smoking, for itching of the external genital organs [by oral intake of a mixture of agrimony, pine tips, deciduous plantain (leaves), forest strawberry leaves, lemon balm, marigold (leaves and color) and Alchemilla vulgaris] and many more. [ref.9]<img class="tinyMCEImg" src="https://d20hztklr4qnvi.cloudfront.net/ef30d425-5731-42ee-880b-c444912fab3b_middle.jpg" border="0" alt=""></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Galium Odoratum- this beautiful flowering perennial plant of the Rubiaceae family besides beauty, also holds useful substances. The plant contains coumarin (0,4-1%), asperulosid (0,05-0,3%), monotropein (0,04%), tanins, iridoids, anthraquinones, flavonoids and traces of nicotinic acid. These active compounds help relieve burns and heal wounds faster and have an antioxidant effect. [ref. 10] Phenolic acids, flavonols (derivatives of querercetin and kaempferol) and iridoids are the main compounds of G. odoratum extract, which affect the expression of virulence factors and the formation of biofilm by the uropathogenic Escherichia coli. In other words, the extract of Galium Odoratum can be used in the prevention of urinary tract infections - it is also found in such recipes of the Healer, as well as in recipes for breast cancer, chronic constipation and belching, muscle spasms and other problems. [ref. 9]<img class="tinyMCEImg" src="https://d20hztklr4qnvi.cloudfront.net/a288ec92-908e-4043-9ac9-5a90e398495b_middle.jpg" border="0" alt=""></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Walnut leaf (Juglans Regia) - walnut is a medicinal plant with many beneficial properties and great therapeutic potential in traditional medicine. In addition to having high antioxidant levels, walnuts are a source of many chemical compounds such as ascorbic acid, flavonoids, querercetin and caffeic acid. Walnuts are also rich in nutrients - they are high in fats, proteins, vitamins and minerals. They are also a good source of flavonoids, sterols, phenolic acids and related polyphenols. [ref. 11] Juglans regia leaves are mostly used in traditional medicines worldwide such as antimicrobial, antihelmintic, keratolytic, antidiarrheal, hypoglycemic, depurative, tonic agents. [ref. 12] As far as the Healer's recipes, walnuts are used for complete balanced nutrition, used in the raw eating diet he encourages, and the leaves are recommended to the liver, cardiac and kidney patients as part of baths or decoctions. The use of walnut leaves is also found as part of tinctures for healing cracked and broken bone, treatment of moles, wrinkles on the face, etc. [ref. 9]</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Grains of red juniper (Juniperus oxycedrus) - grains of Juniperus oxycedrus contain flavonoids, flavones, terpenoids, monoterpenoids, sesquiterpenoids, volatile oils and are being used for digestive problems, including upset stomach, intestinal gases (flatulence), heartburn, bloating and loss of appetite, as well as gastrointestinal infections [ref. 13]. They are also used in urinary tract infections and kidney and bladder stones due to their proven antimicrobial, hypotensive, cytotoxic, antioxidant, hypoglycemic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory and relaxing smooth muscle effects [ref. 13, 14, 15] Petar Dimkov includes red juniper in herbal recipes for jaundice, cirrhosis of the liver, paralysis of limbs, destruction of hip joints, blisters, kidney or adrenal glands tumors, muscle spasms and other conditions.<img class="tinyMCEImg" src="https://d20hztklr4qnvi.cloudfront.net/f5219519-59ea-47e4-834d-c14a12782331_middle.jpg" border="0" alt=""></li>
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The Healer gives us so much knowledge and value, which can help us make our lives more harmonious, and our health more resilient and sustainable. And not only that - numerous scientific publications support the usefulness of the herbs with which the Healer has treated people, and we can also use in the same way. We believe in the power of folk medicine, which people have practiced for centuries and believed to be helpful for a huge number of health problems. We also believe that Petar Dimkov's knowledge should reach more people through his work and recipes, especially at a time of pandemic and searching for opportunities to improve everyone's health.

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"Our ancestors have not left us many monuments for the treatment of their disabilities, therefore the present generation has a sacred obligation to collect the remnants of our folk medicine, for if it does not happen now, everything will spill and disappear without a trace."

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Prof. Stefan Vatev, M.D.

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"Pure thoughts, pure mind, good intentions" - this counsels us wisely the Healer, and in these challenging times as if we need to think more about who we do good to or to whom we have done something bad, how we treat ourselves and our health, do we believe in the power of nature and its healing gifts.