by Hilde Hemmes | Apr 23, 2019 | Anxiety, ASOHM NEWS, Eyes, General Health, Haemorrhage, Nervous system, Pain
In olden days, camomile was known as the “plant’s physician” and it is stated that nothing contributes as much to a healthy garden as a number of camomile plants. Old herbals tell us that if a plant is drooping or sickly, it will recover if you place...
by Hilde Hemmes | Dec 15, 2017 | ASOHM NEWS, Bladder, Bladder disorders, Immune system, Menopausal problems, Menstrual cycle, Nervous system
Hypericum is one of nature’s best herbs for the entire nervous system. This herb (also known as St John’s wort) has received much medical attention and recognition, particularly for its use in mild to moderate depression and anxiety. Clinical trials have now shown...
by Hilde Hemmes | Nov 21, 2017 | ASOHM NEWS, Digestive system, General Health, Inflammatory conditions, Intestinal Health, Menopausal problems, Menstrual cycle, Nervous system, Stomach & gastric tract
Sage or salvia officinalis, as it is scientifically called, has been used in traditional medicine for centuries and is a valuable remedy for throat/mouth problems, intestinal/digestion complaints and menopausal hot flushes, to name just a few. It is a native to...
by Hilde Hemmes | Nov 11, 2017 | ASOHM NEWS, General Health, Heart, Immune system, Nervous system, Pain
Good-natured laughter does more than brighten a person’s day. When we laugh heartily, we also exercise our muscles. Psychology today says: Laughter reduces pain, increases job performance, connects people emotionally, and improves the flow of oxygen to the heart and...
by Hilde Hemmes | Aug 13, 2017 | ASOHM NEWS, Blood pressure, Circulation, Constipation, Detoxification, Digestive system, Endocrine System, General Health, Herbal Medicine, Nervous system, Skin disorders, Stomach & gastric tract, Swellings
An overload of toxins in your body will lead to chronic illness, premature ageing and death. You and I are exposed to thousands of toxic chemicals, they are everywhere — all the time. They are in the air we breathe, in the water we drink, in the food we eat and the...
by Hilde Hemmes | Apr 15, 2017 | ASOHM NEWS, Blood pressure, Circulation, General Health, Heart, Nervous system
Hawthorn is an excellent herb for the heart. The main medicinal use of hawthorn is as a cardiotonic, a tonic for the heart. It looks after the heart by gradually reducing elevated blood pressure and by stimulating or depressing its activity depending on its need. Not...