Natural Herb Medicine

Natural herb medicine is growing - and using - herbs for healing. While this section is not intended to replace the medical advice of a physician, many have used healing herbs for centuries to ease the discomfort of minor ailments.

With the advent of modern medicine, we lost something truly precious. At the beginning of the twentieth century, pharmaceutical giants wanted to ensure that the only medicine readily available to people was medicine that could be patented - that they could make a profit on. 

It's close to impossible to patent herbs grown in the wild, not to mention homeopathic medicine. So, in the same way that they would eventually turn natural fats such as lard and coconut oil into health villains, they pushed propaganda that turned homeopaths and naturopaths into quacks - despite the amazing results such medicines had. 

And in doing so, they robbed us, the public, of the right to choose - to choose the medicine that works best for each individual. I'm not saying that pharmaceuticals are bad, but I am arguing that we shouldn't shun other, more natural options out there, especially if they work.

That's why I am such a proponent of natural herb medicine. Use this guide to decide which herb will work for the minor ailments you are facing. 

To use these herbs, use a tea infuser to hold your dried herbs and place them in a cup. Pour boiling water over your herbs and allow them to steep for at least ten minutes. Or you can use them in a poultice.

If you are using an essential oil, add one or two drops of the essential oil to jojoba oil and spread on your skin.

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Natural Herb Medicine and Their Healing Properties

Natural Herb Medicine 
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How to Raise Your Own Medicinal Herbs

You can either grow your medicinal herbs in containers or outside. Using raised beds will ensure healthy soil for successful growing for your medicinal organic gardening.

Using the Herbs 
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Your Natural Herb Medicine

With the herbs you raise in your medicinal organic gardening, you can make an infusion by placing the dried or fresh leaves in a tea ball or muslin bag and covering with hot water. Allow them to steep for ten minutes before using.

Or you can make a decoction out of the roots you grow in your medicinal organic gardening.

You can also apply them in a poultice or tincture.

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About the Author

My name is Sue Merriam, and I began the journey of self-reliant living more than three decades ago, which enabled me to stay home with my children. Fifteen years ago, I founded Joyful Homesteading to help others save money and face the future without fear. My goal is to give you practical, honest advice so you can save money and experience the joy of simple living. I hope you join me.