Guest guest Posted December 2, 2005 Report Share Posted December 2, 2005 Yucca TRADITIONAL USE: Used for inflammation of the joints and muscles. Also felieves joint pain and arthritis. Natural cortisone. Classification: Bitter herb. Cool energy. Yucca (Yucca baccata) is a plant familiar to most Americans who have travesed or lived in the U.S. Southwest or Mexico, where it grows abundantly. Amember of the lely family, the plant is also known by the names soap root, Spanish bayonet, Spanish dagger and others. The reference to soap comes from long historical use of the plant's roots as a foaming cleanser. The American Indians made wide use of its special properties, using it not only for its nutritional value but also to make sandals, belts, baskets, ropes, cords and mats. Some Indians--namely the Gopi, Papago and Utes--still use yucca for these purposes today. Yucca contains large amounts of asteroid saponin, which accounts for its lathering ability. The plant provides nutritional support to the structural system. (Nature's sunshine) Native to North America, Yucca is a plant that has high nutritional value. Native Americans used Yucca as a food for its cleansing properties. Yucca has a high content of Vitamins A, B-complex, C, Calcium, Potassium, Phosphorous, Iron, Manganese and Copper, all of which are beneficial for health. Yucca also contains Steroid Saponins, which act as cleansers and encourage nutritional support for inflammation associated with sore joints. Yucca is excellent for those who have experienced limited mobility due to the aging process, and it is a great dietary supplement for a more limber you. (The Herbalist, Spring 1997) Yucca root is a therapeutic anti inflammatory phytosterol with the ability to break up inorganic mineral obstructions and deposits. Its primary uses are in pain relieving combinations for arthritic and joint pain, and sediment caused by inflammation such as gout, rheumatism, and cystitis. It is also used to establish a flora balance in the GI tract and for asthmatic relief. Yucca root may have a laxative effect. (Herbal Information Center) Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. health/ www.onegrp.com/?mamanott organic cosmetics http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ Personals Single? There's someone we'd like you to meet. Lots of someones, actually. Personals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 18, 2007 Report Share Posted November 18, 2007 Home Search Holisticonline Grandmas RemediesQuality vitamins, natural remedies Specialgifts.comBig savings on gemstones, jewelry and gifts. Alternative Medicine Stress Management Conditions/ Treatments Preferred Providers Holistic Living Alternative Therapies Acupuncture Aromatherapy Ayurveda Biofeedback Chelation Therapy Herbal Medicine Homeopathy Humor Therapy Hydrotherapy Imagery Light Therapy Massage Meditation NLP Nutrition Prayer/ Spiritual Reiki Shiatsu Yoga FAQ (Health) Feedback Register Media Herb Information Name: Yucca Biological Name: Yucca schidigera Other Names: Yucca Parts Used: Stalk and root Active Compounds: The saponins from yucca are the main medicinal agents in the plant. They have both a water-soluble and fat-soluble end and therefore act like soap. The authors of the study looking at patients with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis speculate that yucca saponins block release of toxins from the intestines which inhibit normal formation of cartilage. An extract of one species of yucca has been found to fight melanoma cells in test tube studies. History: Native Americans used the soapy leaves from yucca for numerous conditions. Poultices or baths were used for skin sores and other diseases as well as for sprains. Inflammation of all sorts, including joint inflammations, and bleeding were also treated with yucca. Some report that the Native Americans washed their hair with yucca to fight dandruff and hair loss. Remedies For: Yucca is useful for the treatment of: cancerosteoarthritisrheumatoid arthritis Scientists have isolated a strong anti-tumor factor from fresh yucca flowers, which disappears when the plant wilts or dies. This was reported in a series of animal tests. Description: This desert tree grows primarily in the southwestern United States and is related to the tree. Some of the species can reach a height of 15 - 60 feet whereas others may only reach a few yeards in height. Dosage: 4 capsules of yucca twice daily on an empty stomach for arthritis remedy. For cancer relief, make a concoction of freshly picked blossoms of yucca with carrot and mixed greens. Whip it in a fruit blender Safety: Yucca and other saponins can cause red blood cells to burst (known as “hemolysis”) in test tubes. The level to which this occurs when the saponins are taken by mouth is unknown. However, yucca is approved for use in foods as a foaming agent (particularly in root beer). Since there have been no reports of problems with hemolysis in root beer drinkers, we can assume that yucca herbal supplements are generally safe. No other information available. Some herbs are known to react with your medication. Please consult your physician before starting on any herb. [Look For Another Herb][HolisticOnLine Home] HolisticOnLine is developed and maintained by International Cyber Business Services, Inc.Send mail to: info@... with questions or comments about this web site.Copyright © 1998-2000 International Cyber Business Services, Inc. Terms of Use Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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