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Lobelia (Lobelia inflata)

Name:  Lobelia

Latin:  Lobelia inflata

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Used for:  The tincture of this herb is a wonderful anti-spasmodic.  Generally works within 5-15 minutes when a few drops are put under the tongue.  Lobelia is also a powerful relaxant.  If used regularly during waking hours, you may wish to mix it with a more stimulating herb such as cayenne, peppermint, ginseng, or ginger.  Lobelia is also a nerve sedative.  It both nourishes and strengthens the nervous system, and through this action can help with pain.

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Directions & Warnings:  Smokers may require more Lobelia to get results, as there is a potential cross-tolerance between Lobelia and nicotine.  Due to the potent relaxation this herb can provoke, it is also not recommended for regular use by diabetics.

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Cinnamon (Cassia)

Name:  Cinnamon

Latin:  Cassia

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Used for:  Cinnamon works as a warming tonic.  It can help to prevent colds, and warms the hands and feet of those who feel cold all the time.  It has been used, over time, as an appetite enhancer, an antimicrobial, an antispasmodic, an anti-rheumatic, and an anti-fungal.  Cinnamon can ease certain sort of pain – primarily joint, muscle, stomach and tooth.  Cinnamon can also be used to assist with some of the effects of diabetes.  It has a fairly profound effect on blood sugar levels (as I know from all too personal experience.)  This is lovely if you need to drop your sugar, but use caution if you eat sparingly or have not eaten recently.  Cinnamon tea can be made by steeping a stick or a scant tsp in a cup of boiling water for 10+ minutes, and is a good winter tonic.

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Directions & Warnings:  As this herb effects blood sugar, if you have not eaten recently, drink the tea while eating a couple of crackers or the equivalent.

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Cramp Bark

Name:  Crampbark

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Parts Used:  Bark

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Used for:  This is one of the rarer herbs that can be used for the female reproductive system.  It relaxes the ovaries and uterus, meaning that it can both help to stop a miscarriage, and ease a rough period.  It is also a stimulant to the kidneys, increasing their ability to clean the body.  The relaxant and anti-spasmodic effects are not merely useful for the uterus, so this herb can be used in preparations for other muscular issues as well.  This herb can also be used in pain preparations, as it has rejuvenating effect on the nervous system, strengthening and easing it over time.