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Cassava ( Manihot Esculenta)

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There are two types of cassava, the bitter and the sweet. Both are widely used in Jamaica and are edible. Cassava leaves can be steamed and eaten as a vegetable. Medicinal and other uses: a.Freshly cut cassava can be applied to snakebites, boils and external ulcers to promote healing. b.It can also be grated and applied as a poultice for eczema and abscesses. c.The fresh leave applied to the head will relieve headaches.

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Cashew (Anacardium Occidentale)

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CASHEW (Anacardiumaccidentale) The nuts are edible and are tasty. Perfect for cocktails. Medicinal and other uses: a. A tea made of the bark and leaves can be taken for diarrhea, indigestion, stomach pains, bowel disorder and dysentery. b. The oil of the seeds of the cashew removes warts, corns and freckles. c. The shells soaked in water make a good insecticide that can spray on plant This plant and nuts can be special order from islandherbsandspices.com Contact us Credit: LMH Dictionary of Jamaican Herbs L. mike Henry/k.Sean Harris

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Breadfruit Leaves (ArtocarpusAltilis)

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The breadfruit tree has a wide range of uses. The fruit is edible and may be prepared in a number of ways, and the leaves and the sap which runs from the tree can used for various ailments. Medicinal and other uses:

A tea of breadfruit leaves, which contain camphoral, is used to lower blood pressure and treat diabetes.
In Jamaica, the sap is applied to contagious skin aliments to prevent their spreading and promote healing.
The sap can also be boiled to form a rubbery substance that is used to dress wounds.

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Herbal Myths & Legends

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JAMAICAN WILD SWEET BASIL In Jamaica, it is believed that sweet basil, when planted by the doors, gates, and in window boxes, will prevent evil or negative vibrations from entering the household. KHUS KHUS It is believed that if KhusKhus is carried around it will attract positive people, or if placed about the household will attract good vibrations. LEAF OF LIFE Legend has it that the leaves placed over the door of your loved one will tell you if your lover has been faithful. If a new plant grows from each notch, your lover has been loyal. The amount of notches that do not produce a new plant indicates the number of times your loved one has been unfaithful. MANDRAKE ROOT Carry a piece in your pocket or pocketbook where you carry your money and you will never go broke. PAPAYA It is believed that if a young man beats his penis on the trunk of a papaya tree it will grow to a large size when he gets older. PEPPERMINT When simmered in an open pot will bring harmony to the household. SALVIA Believed to cleanse and drive out evil forces and bad luck. SPIRIT WEED When picked during certain phases of the moon, it has the power to make the person who chews the root invisible. The Maroons of Jamaica used it against the British during their resistance, and reports from British soldiers state that they could not see the enemy, throwing away their weapons they ran back to their camps with reports that the trees were fighting them, because they could not see the leaves moving and hear the rustling but could see no one. STAR ANISE Will drive away misfortune from household and attract good fortune if placed in a saucer on a table. YARROW If a piece of yarrow is sewn into a cloth bag made of cotton or flannel and put under the pillow, one would see fortune sweethearts or the one to marry, in a dream. Credit: LMH Dictionary of Jamaican Herbs L. mike Henry/k.Sean Harris

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Jamaican Aloe Vera

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Aloe vera is very strengthening and cleansing to the entire body. Loe Vera is rich in calcium, potassium and vitamin B-12. Medicinal and other uses: a.It cleanses the kidneys, bladder and removes all morbid matter from the stomach and intestines. b.It is a strong laxative that cleans and purifies the intestines, bowels and colon. c.The dried gel of the aloe vera are mixed with unsweetened natural wine and used as a medicine for diabetes. d.It clears up red eyes, improves vision and brings out the natural colour or the eyes. e.It it used for sun burn, skin irritations and insect bites. f.It removes wrinkles and discolorations from the skin. g.When mixed with lion juice and applied as a poultice it heals skin, boils ulcers boils and ringworm. h.Aloe also relieves dandruff, stimulates hair growth, strengths the hair and kills bacteria associated with scalp disease. i.It heals and soothes burns, plus it prevents blistering and discolouration. Credit: LMH Dictionary of Jamaican Herbs L. mike Henry/k.Sean Harris

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Cassava (ManihotEsculenta)

17 Nov

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There are two types of cassava, the bitter and the sweet. Both are widely used and are edible. Cassava leaves can be steamed and eaten as a vegetable. Medicinal and other uses: a. Freshly cut cassava can be applied to snakebites, boils and external ulcers to promote healing. b. It can also be grated and applied as a poultice for eczema and abscesses. c. The fresh leave applied to the head will relieve headaches. Credit: LMH Dictionary of Jamaican Herbs L. mike Henry/k.Sean Harris

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Drinking a Cup of Sour-Sop Tree Leaf: An Answer for Your Entire Nerve Problems

17 Nov

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Are you one of those people who are really longing to relieve the symptoms of some nerve problems in the system of your body? Well then, you need not to worry anymore since this would be all given immediate and effective answers through sour-sop tree leaf. This is one of the most effective and healthy solutions for those nerve problems that you are really worried of.There are several essential things that people may be getting if they are going to drink a cup of sour-sop tree leaf for their nerve problems. These include:

Relaxing the nerve cells of the body.
Preventing more damages of your nerves.
Boosting the nerves of the body to function well.
Creating high amount of metabolism which aids in the proper function and circulation of blood in the nerves.
Formulating a comprehensive and systematic function of all the nerves found inside the body.

These are just some of the important things that this sour-sop tree leaf would be giving your body. This type of medicine is very important since it has healthy benefits that just not aid nerve problems but also other serious problems. Drinking a cup of this sour-sop tree leaf is very essential in having functional nerves that are free from any type of damages and illnesses that may affect your life. For those people who are still looking for the best treatment for their nerve problems, they shouldn’t miss the chance to drinking a cup of this sour-sop tree leaf.

Advantages of Drinking a Cup of Leaf of Life Tea for Sinus and Shortness of Breath

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People who have sinusitis can experience shortness of breath due to blockage in some parts of their nose. This is a condition that people really wanted to relieve yet they don’t know how they are going to do it. Well this would not be a big deal anymore since the leaf of life tea is already here to help them out regarding this matter. This life tea is considered to be very essential in aiding sinuses and shortness of breath since it has a refreshing vitamins and minerals that aid this particular condition. Drinking a cut of leaf of life of tea is very important since it would completely give you an effective and healthy solution with regard to your sinus problems and breathing problems. The health benefits that that the leaf of this life tea would give you includes:

Help you in breathing faster and free.
Prevents sinus problems to arise.
Prevents any blockages in the pathways where air passes by during the inhaling and exhaling process.
Calming the respiratory tract of the body

These are just some of the important benefits that people may be getting if they choose to drink a cut of leaf of life tea. Apart from it, there are still other benefits that this would give you that would make your breathing activity at its relaxing condition. So, if you are one of those people who have sinus problems or even shortness of breath, don’t miss the chance to drink a cut from the leaf of this life tea since this would give your body several health benefits.

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