Herbal Remedies For Concentration

Merry Monday everyone!

If you are anything like me and a whole bunch of other people in this world, you need help with concentration. Today I am going to share some herbal remedies to you stay focus and keep on tract.

~Peace~

Herbal Remedies For Concentration

Problems with concentration can be the result of fatigue, dietary imbalance or a side effect of some illnesses. The first step is to look for the cause; if it is tiredness that makes you feel disoriented, try to go to bed earlier - the sleep you have before midnight is more refreshing.

Arrange to have an evening o "me time" each week, to take time to replenish your energy. Check your diet - keep a food diary for a week in order to decide which changes are needed. Check how much alcohol you drink as this can impair concentration.

Alongside these steps, you can use herbal miracles, such as dandelion, sage and ginger, and nourishing foods to build up your strength and help to clarify your thought processes.

Stress, Anxiety And Concentration

Stress and anxiety can seriously impair your concentration because when you are worrying , your focus is always partly on the problem on your mind rather than the task oat hand. This makes it difficult to focus fully on anything else, and your mind feels fuzzy and your thought processes dissipated.

For example, this can often happen if you are trying to study for an exam or if you are working hard to meet an important deadline. Your unease and nervousness are always at the back of your mind, causing your thoughts to wander.

If you are stressed and can't concentrate, take some steps to ease this if possible. Use herbs to relax and if you can talk someone you trust so that you don't feel alone with the problem.

Help yourself work gradually through the stress with herbs that allow you to think more clearly and feel mentally fresh and bright.

Herbs That Help Concentration

Rosemary~This herb is invaluable for increasing your powers of concentration. It is a tonic for exhaustion or for fatigue after illness and also helps to lift the spirits if you are feeling low.

You can boil rosemary in water to make a tea, or add a sprig of it to your bathwater.

Rosemary will lift your mood due to its antidepressant properties.

Thyme~Among its other properties, thyme is antibacterial, sedative, stimulant and tonic. It is a useful herb for when you are recuperating from illness and helps to ease symptoms of depression.

Thyme makes alcohol taste very unpleasant, so if you are intending to cut down on your intake, put two tbsp of thyme in hot water, infuse for 30 minutes, then drink.

To improve your brain power, add thyme to recipes especially those with fish.

Sage~As sage is able to improve the function of most of the organs in the body, it can help to boost your concentration. Drink sage tea, burn the dried leaves of this plant as a natural incense that will aid concentration, or rub the leaves into powder and add to hot water.

You should avoid this herb if you're pregnant

Burdock~This herb is a bitter tonic that is digestive, cleansing and purifying. The cleansing action of burdock helps to clear your head and increase your concentration.

If you are convalescing, the whole plant can be used in an infusion as it treats so many aspects of the body.

For a mental or concentration boost, make tea with the leaves.

Dandelion~It may be viewed as a nuisance weed, but dandelion has tremendous healing properties.

Use dried dandelion root boiled in water for five minutes to make a "dandelion coffee" that will perk you up without caffeine.

Dandelion is a more useful healer than its reputation implies.

Ginger~Gingers warming and stimulating properties aid concentration as well as boosting your entire system.

Add grated ginger to your cooking or boil it in water for five minutes then drink it with a small dash of honey for an instant energy lift.

Ginger And Burdock Olive Oil



This pretty, homemade herbal olive oil works on your whole system and gives you a welcome energy boost. It also highly aromatic, tastes great and makes a wonderful present if preserved in a beautiful bottle.

To prepare, you will need:

• 1 Bottle cold-pressed virgin olive oil
• 1/2 inch section ginger
• Sprig of burdock

1. Finely chop the ginger and the sprig of burdock, which should include both the twig and leaves.

2. Add the ginger and burdock to the bottle of oil.

3. Cap and shake well.

4. Allow the oil to infuse for at least a week, then use it on salads, and in dishes to give your concentration a regular boost.

Okay, we find ourselves again at the end of the post.

Hope you found today's info inspiring and useful...



A Simple Herbal Detox

Merry Thursday everyone!

Moving along with the holiday theme, I figure we are probably going to be putting alot of stuff in our bodies, like sugar, alcohol etc...

So today's post is going to show you a simple herbal detox plan.

Remember, I love to hear your experiences with my blog remedies and the like.

I am also doing featured friday bloggers, if you are interested give me a buzz, who can't use some free exposure?

          

        ~Peace~

Simple Herbal Detox

Herbs have been used to cleanse the body for hundreds of years, and today a number of herbs are still used for their powerful detoxifying properties. Herbal detoxing helps the body remove harmful substances without the side effects,such as lethargy and headaches, which are common with more extreme programs.

Herbal remedies can be administered in a variety of ways. Infusions of flowers and leaves and decoctions for more dense and woody herbs are taken as teas or tonics, absorbed via the digestive system.

Herbal baths allow an herb's properties to be absorbed via the skin, while culinary herbs such as garlic and parsley are as diverse as they are delicious.

Soothing Herbal Bath

Relaxation is an essential part of detoxification, and hot water baths, particularly if infused with calming herbs, help us to relax.

The warm bathwater raises the body's temperature and makes the body perspire, eliminating toxins in the sweat.

For best results, herbal baths should be taken every 3-4 days.

You will need:

• 1 Handful of Lemon Balm, Chamomile or Lavender
• A  muslin bag or stocking

Place a handful of herbs in the bag or stocking; tie over the hot faucet so the water flows through it.

After a long soak, lie down, keep warm and relax.



Herbs For Detoxifying

Burdock~This herb is traditionally used to cleanse and detoxify the body, as it has both diuretic and sweat-inducing properties.

It is considered to be one of the best blood purifiers.

Drink as a decoction or infusion.

Sheep Sorrell~This herb, with its small reddish flowers, is commonly found in meadows, where it grows up to three feet high. The leaves and seeds of this herb contain active ingredients that purify the blood and act as a powerful kidney tonic.

An herbal infusion of sheep sorrell provides strong immune support and is a good source of vitamin C.

It has also been used throughout the ages as a diuretic and laxative.

Milk Thistle~This herb is a powerful liver stimulant contains plant chemicals known as silymarin. These strengthen and protect the liver's outer membranes, stimulate the synthesis of proteins and help to regenerate the liver.

Dandelion~Diuretic, tonic ad mildly laxative, dandelion is a general stimulant to the system, especially the urinary organs. It is beneficial for kidney and liver disorders.

Dandelion is best drunk as an infusion, alternatively, the leaves can be added to salad.

Cleavers~Cleavers or bedstraw grows by roadsides and hedgerows, and is an excellent lymphatic system tonic. This versatile herb has detoxification properties, encouraging lymphatic drainage and detoxifying the body tissues.

A valuable diuretic, cleavers is good for treating swollen lymph glands and urinary infections.

It is an excellent general detoxification herb, best enjoyed as a fresh juice or taken as an infusion.

Nettle~Nettle has similar properties to burdock but is milder in its action. It is a gentle diuretic and acts well upon the kidneys: however, its cleansing properties extend beyond the urinary system.

Tends to be used as an infusion.

Mixed Herb Salad

Green herbs hold powerful detoxification properties; the chlorophyll that they contain is easily absorbed into the blood where it cleanses and heals.

To prepare a nutritious herb salad, mix together

• Head of Lettuce
• 1 Handful of fresh Borage Leaves
• 1 Handful of fresh Dandelion Leaves
• 1 Handful of Fennel Flowers
• 1 Handful of Chervil Leaves
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh Parsley
• 1 tbsp fresh Basil
• 1 tbsp fresh Marjoram
• 3 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 tbsp Red or White Wine Vinegar

Dress with oil and vinegar, toss and serve.

Detox Teas



Make up a stock of this herbal tea to infuse as required during the day.

Mix together:

• 2 parts Red Clover Blossom
• 2 parts Cleavers or Bedstraw
• 2 parts Dandelion Leaf
• 2 parts Stinging Nettle
• 1 part Sage Leaf

Add 1 tsp of the blend to 1 cup of water, per cup of tea to be made. Place the mix in a china or glass teapot and cover with boiling water. Steep for 10 minutes, then strain and serve hot.

If you'd like to , add a tsp of grated ginger per cup.

Well there you have it!

Have a wonderful day and don't forget to stop and sip the tea......



Herbal Remedies For Stress Relief

Well hello there!

Christmas is coming so quickly, the holdays are  wrapped around us!

I have been doing the last few posts  geard  around holiday situations ie. jet lag, energy, travel sickness and the like. What amazes me is the sheer amount of trauma we go through every year, the last two probably worse.

So, keeping with the theme, today's post  will show what you can do to relieve stress, the herbal way....

~Peace~

Herbal Remedies for Stress Relief

The demands placed on you by everyday life can cause stress, which has an adverse effect on your body's nervous, immune and hormonal systems.  S

Symptoms of stress include chronic fatigue, depression and sleep disturbances. Other complaints such as asthma and irritable bowel syndrome are aggravated by stress.

A holistic herbal approach to stress uses herbs  to strengthen and support the body, improving your ability to cope with the condition. Tonic herbs such as gotu kola and holy basil nourish the nervous system, while ashwaganda and schizandra help to rest the mind and body to  help them recover from nervous exhaustion.

By stimulating and relaxing the various bodily systems, you can restore equilibrium to both mind and body and prevent the negative effects of stress.

Nourishing Your Adrenal Glands



Your adrenal glands lie above the kidney, they are vial for your "fight or flight" response to stress. If these are overstimulated because of prolonged stress, however, then your body can succumb to adrenal exhaustion.

This impairs the effectiveness of the overall immune system, making you vulnerable to illness and leaving you feeling constantly tired.

The correct blend of herbal tonics to nourish and regulate the adrenal glands will help to maintain the body's normal hormonal balance. It will also help to make you feel less stressed.

Oats, vervain and gotu kola are excellent herbal tonics for the adrenal glands because they promote function and balance during stress.

Herbs For Stress Relief

Holy Basil~This tropical member of the mint family has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries.

It protects the heart and lowers blood pressure.

Stimulates the heart and adrenal glands



Ashwaganda~This herb contain alkoloids that reduce blood pressure and lower the heart rate. It acts as a gentle sedative to the nervous system and re balances the immune and hormonal systems, helping the body to directly tackle the effects of chronic stress.

Schizandra~A decoction of the dried fruit from schizandra improves mental and physical endurance and helps fight the effects of fatigue. It is also effective for reducing insomnia and anxiety, and its restorative and strengthening action is a tonic for the whole body.

Betony~This herb calms an over reactive mind and relieves nervous exhaustion. The aerial parts are harvested during flowing to make a tonic wine or infusion.

Wild Lettuce~A milky latex is collected from wild lettuce's fleshy leaves. This contains sequisterpene lactons that calm an overstimulated system.

It is especially useful for treating sleep disturbances that accompany stress.

Oats~A staple food of northern regions, oats are also a restorative nerve tonic. They are rich in B vitamins which boost energy and stamina.

Cordyceps~A fungus that was traditionally cultivated in China on caterpillars, cordyceps is now prepared from grain. It is used as a dried extract to overcome fatigue and restore that body after nervous exhaustion.

It is a powerful stimulant and increases vitality.

Comfrey~A familiar country garden plant, comfrey's healing action on joints has earned it the name of "knitbone". It is rich in soothing mucilage, tannins for internal bleeding, and allantoin which promotes healing by encouraging ligaments to knit together.

Gotu Kola~Gotu kola's aerial parts are harvested and dried for infusions. An adaptogenic herb, it augments the adrenal glands and supports a weakened immune system. The herb revitalizes and rejuvenates the nervous system, relieving fatigue and sharpening mental functions.

Asafetida~Gum is taken from the roots of this member of the carrot family. A tincture of the gum is rich in sequisterpenes, which are calming to the nervous system. It helps relieve some of the effects of stress, including high blood pressure, indigestion and anxiety.

Infusion For Stress Relief

The perfect way to reduce stress is to create your own tailor made herbal infusion. Feel the stress and anxiety and tension drops away, along with tension. You can drink this any time of day, but is particularly effective in the evening.

Gather the following items and proceed with the steps outlined below

• 2 tbsp Dried Linden Flowers
• 1 tbsp Dried Wood Betony Leaves
• 2 tbsp Chamomile flowers.
• 2 cups Water

1. Warm a teapot by filling it with hot water( save the water) and emptying contents out.

2. Add the linden, wood betony and chamomile flowers to the warmed teapot.

3. Bring the water back to a boil and pour into the teapot.

4. Stir for a few seconds, cover, and then leave the mixture to infuse. After about 10 minutes, strain the contents. Add honey to taste and enjoy!

Sounds so good

Here's wishes for all to have a blissful day!