Tag Archives: Bruising

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Comfrey (Symphytum officinale)

Name:  Comfrey

Latin:  Symphytum officinale

Other Common Names:  Knitbone

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Vitamins/Minerals:  Potassium, Calcium, Vitamin A

Used for:  Used as a poultice for burns, sprains, bruises, and wounds.  Can make the pain lessen, as well as speed healing.  Taken internally it will assist with the speed of knitting broken bones.  It can also act as a mild laxative.  It contains high amounts of a compound called allantoin, which encourages cell regeneration.

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Directions & Warnings:  The FDA is really worried about comfrey, and while I argue most of the ways they approach dealing with herbs (especially when compared to how they deal with Big Pharma), comfrey they are pursuing to an extent that I only suggest it for external use.

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Mullein (Verbascum thapsus)

Name:  Mullein

Latin:  Verbascum thapsus

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Parts Used:  Leaves, Flowers

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Used for:  Used primarily for respiratory problems, as a tea.  If made as a milk tea, rather than a water tea, the effectiveness of mullein for non-respiratory problems is increased, and it can be used to treat diarrhea and digestive issues.  Made into a poultice, it can help to ease swollen glands.  The flowers steeped into an ointment can be effective against diaper rash, frostbite, and bruises.  Historically it has also been used to slow or stop internal bleeding, however, if those problems exist, it is likely best to avail yourself of Western medicine.

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Hyssop

Name:  Hyssop

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Used for:  This tea is primarily useful during a cold or flu.  It is a fever reducer, helps to expel mucous, and gargling it will ease a sore throat.  As a tonic, it helps with regulating blood pressure.  Used as a poultice, it can assist with healing bruising.  If boiled in vinegar, it helps with toothache.