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Golden Seal
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Hydrastis canadensis
Considered one of the most wonderful hrebal remedies in the herb kingdom, goldenseal, appears to be regarded as a cure-all type of herb. The two alkaloids, (berberine and hydrastine), found in this herb are very effective in treating a variety of ailments. Golden Seal is found to have antibacterial and antifungal, as well as immune-stimulating action. It is a very effective remedy for acute infections and inflammations of the mucous membranes of the throat, nasal passage, bronchial tubes, intestinal tract and stomach, bladder or wherever there is lining of mucous membranes in the body.
It can be used to clear sinusitis, sore throat, diarrhoea, vaginal infection. Athlete's foot, jock's itch, open sores, eczema, erysipelas and ringworm infection. It can aid in digestion, improves the appetite, treats ulcerated stomach and relieves dyspepsia. Golden seal is effective in treating rectal bleeding; haemorrhoid and prostate problems. This herb is said to be able to stimulate the secretion of bile and has been shown to be effective in treating galbladder inflammation.
It can be used to treat chronic and intermittent bouts of malaria, and is considered one of the best herbal substitute for quinine. Combined with hops and scullcaps, it is a good tonic for spinal nerves especially in spinal meningitis.
Do not take during pregnancy or continously for a long period of time.
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