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Guest guest Posted December 23, 2005 Report Share Posted December 23, 2005 Arnica Arnica - Arnica spp. (in the Asteraceae or Aster family)Parts used: Fresh whole plant or flower heads. Taste/smell: Light and flowery.Dosage: 1:1 fresh plant liquid extract: 1 - 10 drops 1 - 4 times per day in a little water; or externally as an oil.Mental picture and specific indications: Arnica is specific for traumatic injury symptoms or similar conditions where there is bruising of tissues with blue and red coloration as seen in a new bruise. It is also specific for symptoms due to severe mental trauma.Use: (a) Stimulates circulation, ( Antiphlogistic, © Anti-inflammatory, (d) Bactericidal, (e) Mild analgesic activity, (f) Immune enhancing, (g) Anticoagulant, (h) Topical counter-irritant. Arnica is used internally or externally for musculoskeletal injuries such as sprains, strains, bruises, rheumatism, varicose veins and sore muscles. Internally, it is used for angina and trauma to tissues as well as mental trauma. Some of the chemical constituents are essential oils and flavonoids. 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/ Find Great Deals on Holiday Gifts at Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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