Menopause

Black Cohosh:

Black cohosh can be used for menopause symptoms, such as hot flashes, night sweats, and mood swings. It can be taken as a supplement in capsule or tablet form, usually 20-40mg per day, or as a tea by steeping 1-2 teaspoons of dried black cohosh root in a cup of hot water for 10-15 minutes. It is recommended to start with a lower dose and gradually increase as needed. Black cohosh may take several weeks to take effect.

Red Clover:

Red clover can be used for menopause symptoms, such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness. It can be taken as a supplement in capsule or tablet form, usually 40-80mg per day, or as a tea by steeping 1-2 teaspoons of dried red clover flowers in a cup of hot water for 10-15 minutes. It is recommended to start with a lower dose and gradually increase as needed. Red clover may take several weeks to take effect.

Dong Quai:

Dong quai can be used for menopause symptoms, such as hot flashes, mood swings, and vaginal dryness. It can be taken as a supplement in capsule or tablet form, usually 500-1500mg per day, or added to tea by steeping 1-2 teaspoons of dried dong quai root in a cup of hot water for 10-15 minutes. It is recommended to start with a lower dose and gradually increase as needed. Dong quai may take several weeks to take effect.

Evening Primrose Oil:

Evening primrose oil can be used for menopause symptoms, such as hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness. It can be taken in capsule form, usually 500-1000mg per day. It is recommended to take with food to help with absorption. Evening primrose oil may take several weeks to take effect.

Urinary Infections

Herbs: Buchu (Barosma betulina), cornsilk (Zea mays), marshmallow (Althaea officinalis)

Remedy: Make an infusion with 5 g of each herb to 3 cups (750 ml) of water. Divide into 4 doses and drink throughout the day.

Option: Substitute juniper (Juniperus communis) or goldenrod (Solidago virgaurea) for buchu.


Herb: Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus)

Remedy: Make a decoction of the berries and drink 1 2/3–2 1/3 cups (450–600 ml) a day.
Tip: Cranberry juice may be substituted for bilberry decoction.

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Herbs: Garlic (Allium sativum), echinacea (Echinacea spp.)

Remedy: Take either or both herbs in capsule or tablet form.

Note: Take in addition to other remedies.
Caution: Do not take juniper or buchu during pregnancy.

Neuralgia

General Remedies
Herbs: St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum), lavender (Lavandula officinalis), clove (Eugenia caryophyllata)

Remedy: Apply neat St. John’s wort infused oil to painful areas, or add 20 drops each of clove and lavender essential oil to 2 tbsp plus 2 tsp (50 ml) of St. John’s wort infused oil and then apply every 2–3 hours as required.

Herb: Peppermint (Mentha x piperita)

Remedy: Make an infusion with 25 g of herb to 3 cups (750 ml) of water and bathe the affected area. Alternatively, dilute 20 drops of essential oil in 2 tbsp plus 2 tsp (50 ml) of carrier oil and gently massage into the painful area.

Caution: Do not use on children under 5.

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Head Pain
Herb: Clove (Eugenia caryophyllata)
Remedy: Mix 1⁄2 tsp of powder with water to make a thick paste and apply to the head.

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Toothache
Herb: Clove (Eugenia caryophyllata)
Remedy: Chew a clove or rub 1–2 drops of neat essential oil onto the affected tooth 2–3 times a day for up to 3 days.

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