Traditional Research | Thyroid Calmpound
Motherwort fresh herb (Leonurus cardiaca)* |
An anodyne, antispasmodic and emmenagogue used for dysmenorrhea, elevated blood pressure (stress related) and neuralgias. It is also often used for post-partum pain. Motherwort is an antianxiety agent indicated for PMS or menopause, and palpitations caused by hyperthyroidism or nervousness. |
Bugleweed fresh herb (Lycopus virginicus)* |
A valuable and underutilized herb for hyperthyroidism—especially the irregular heartbeat, elevated blood pressure and palpitations often associated with hyperthyroidism. Bugleweed is astringent and sedative for use in cases of irritation of the lungs, chronic cough, hemoptysis, blood in the urine and heart palpitations with a rapid “thready” pulse. |
Lemon Balm fresh herb (Melissa officinalis)* |
A mild, flavorful remedy appropriate for children's colds, stomachaches and headaches. Lemon balm is useful for mild depressionwith St. John’s wort for seasonal affective disorder, mild hypertension and hyperthyroidism. Lemon Balm also acts as an antiviral agent both orally and topically especially for oral or genital herpes. |
Bibliography: |
Gruenwald, J. et. al. PDR for Herbal Medicines, Medical Economics Co., 1998 Harvey, R. Lycopus europaeus and Lycopus virginicus, L. - A Review of Scientific Research, British Journal of Phytotherapy, vol. 4 #2, 1996 Winston, D. Herbal Therapeutics - Materia Medica notes, HTSBM, 1980-1999 Wren, R. C. Potter’s New Cyclopedia of Botanical Drugs and Preparations, C. W. Daniel Co., 1985 |
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