Goldthread is good for treating the stomach, conditions of the digestive tract, motion sickness, food poisoning, canker sores and is good for the gums.
The part of this plant that we want to harvest for medicinal purposes is the root. The root of this plant looks gold in color which is why it's called Goldthread. The plant is similar to the strawberry plant with 3 small leaves but they appear to have a waxy shiny surface.
Goldthread generally grows in mossy terrain and prefers to dwell in moist shady areas.
Goldthread is good for treating the stomach, conditions of the digestive tract, motion sickness, food poisoning, canker sores and is good for the gums. Allegedly it can also be used as an anti-tumor agent and to treat breast or stomach cancers. The medicine can be used by either chewing the root raw or by making a tincture. The known active ingredient is Berberine.
It has been reported that Berberine can cause heart palpitations or over-stimulate the nervous system. Use sparingly and with caution.
Foraging for wild foods, edibles and herbal health tonics.
In this movie The Plant Whisperer takes you on an advantageous trip on a wild river in the beautiful State of Maine foraging for wild foods and herbal health tonics.
Some herbs covered in this production are…The Fiddlehead Fern (a yummy cooked green), Trout Lilly (yummy cooked or raw green), False Hellebore (Warning, dangerous plant), Purple Trillium (Female tonic), Crab Apple (detoxifier, cold & flue treatment, & immune system tonic), Indian Cucumber root (yummy wild food), Stinking Nettle ( One of the most nutritious cooked greens there is, as well as a powerful blood cleanser & strengthening), and more.
The Plant Whisperer wild-crafted herbal how-to DVDs also include some extra clips of Walking Bear’s Native Flute music videos.
Research indicates some of the uses as analgesic, antihistaminic, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antioxidant, antiviral, bacteristat, cardio-depressant, estrogenic, fungicide, hypnotic, sedative and pesticide are valid.
Habitat
Alien, naturalized, biennial herb. Widely distributed plant, being found all over Europe and in temperate Asia as far as the Himalayas, and in North America it is exceedingly abundant. Great Mullein is found growing on hedge-banks, by roadsides and on waste ground, more especially on gravel, sand or chalk. Sunny positions in uncultivated fields and especially on dry soils. Cultivation: Great Mullein is an easily grown plant, it succeeds in most well-drained soils, including dry ones, and prefers a sunny position. Dislikes shade and wet soils. The leaves (first season) at the base of the stem form a rosette of numerous, large, 6 to 15 inches long and up to 5 inches broad, but become smaller as they ascend the stem, on which they are arranged on alternate sides. They are whitish with a soft, dense mass of hairs on both sides, which make them feel very furry and thick. The root is a long taproot with a fibrous outer cover and fleshy inside. The flower-spike (second season) has been known to attain a height of 7 or 8 feet, covered with densely crowded, sulphur-yellow, flowers about an inch across with five rounded petals. Blooming during July and August. Harvest the entire plant when in bloom and dry for later herb use.
Properties
Great Mullein has been used as an alternative medicine for centuries, and in many countries throughout the world, the value of Great Mullein as a proven medicinal herb is now backed by scientific evidence. Some valuable constituents contained in Mullein are Coumarin and Hesperidin, they exhibit many healing abilities. Research indicates some of the uses as analgesic, antihistaminic, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antioxidant, antiviral, bacteristat, cardio-depressant, estrogenic, fungicide, hypnotic, sedative and pesticide are valid.
Introduction (Mon Dec 27 12:26:35 2010 EST) Views: 16280
Welcome to the wonderful world of herbalism and natural health & wellness.
Tim’s Bio:
Tim N. Goodblood, AKA; Walking Bear of MoinMedicines.
Tim has studied herbal medicine under Native Elders as well as many well known modern herbalists for more than 17 years, and has been involved in alternative healing and wellness work for more than 18 years.
As well as a certified Reiki master/teacher, Tim works with rock medicine, aroma-therapy, therapeutic touch, and more.
He has dedicated his life to learning, teaching, and the application of complimentary holistic healing and wellness techniques.
Statement from Tim...
“At this stage of my life it is my greatest desire to help others learn how-to heal themselves. It is my passion and calling to teach you and others that health and wellness are right there in your back yard. Nature gives us everything that we need to be healthy and heal from ALL illness totally free of charge.
In the years I have worked with plant medicine and alternative healing I have seen almost every form of health issues managed or completely healed with herbs. Everything from heart disease, cancer, diabetes to broken bones. You name it…nature has something for you and your health.
We live in a time of war and economic upheaval with health care quality low and expense at an all time high. Imagine the money you could save if you knew how to heal yourself with what nature provides for you.
I have invested a great deal of time and expense over the years into learning what I know. For the most part I have always given this to others for free. However, I have a family to support. It is my goal to pass on this knowledge to others full time. To do so I must be able to make a living with it as well.
To achieve this I am offering the teachings in many ways at very reasonable rates. I am always open to barter and payment plans."
We offer a number of ways that you can choose from to study and learn what we have to offer…
1. Online correspondence course. (complete with video conferencing.)
2. Local in home herb classes.
3. Local classes offered through metaphysical and natural based shops, organizations, and businesses.
4. Local herb walks on your land.
5. Local events workshops.
6. Weekend camping trips including herbal medicine, back to basics survival skills, and wild foods education. As well as techniques in humanure composting and low environmental impact.
7. Hands on apprenticeship program. Come and live on the land here at the 4 Winds Farm. Stay for one to four months in the summer to apprentice under Walking Bear.
8. “The Plant Whisperer” how-to wild-crafted herbalism DVD movie collection.
7 movies are available now, with a total of 21 in the works. The most in-depth how-to herbal DVDs ever.
“I look forward to working with you and introducing you to the wonderful world of herbal healing.
May the Great Spirit bless you as you walk the path of life.”
Tim Walking Bear Goodblood
Aka; The Plant Whisperer
Disclaimer:
This information, descriptions, and products are not meant to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. They are for educational purposes only.
Waiver of Liability:
Clients are reminded that it is their personal right and responsibility to make educated choices in their own and their family's health care. We do not make these choices for the client. We provide educational resources in the historic and traditional uses of herbs.
Only a physician (MD) can diagnose, treat and prescribe medicines for illness. The role of the herbalist in any healing process is not to consider a client's individual systems but to consider a client as a whole person and to consult the client concerning lifestyle, diet, and herbal recommendations
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