by Hilde Hemmes | Aug 21, 2017 | Anti-cancer, ASOHM NEWS, General Health, Immune system, Leukaemia, Respiratory Health, Urinary Tract
The immune system in our body is one of the most important functions. Without its proper functioning, without a good defence mechanism, we couldn’t survive as we are constantly subjected to the attacks of millions of germs. These can multiply and cause damage in the...
by Hilde Hemmes | Aug 9, 2017 | ASOHM NEWS, Digestive system, Fluid retention, Herbal Medicine, Intestinal Health, Kidneys, Liver & Gallbladder, Menopausal problems, Menstrual cycle, Skin disorders, Stomach & gastric tract, Urinary Tract
Yarrow has an important place in the history of herbs. It has two agents which promote blood coagulation, several which have anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving action, and others which are antiseptic. As well as healing internal and external wounds,...
by Hilde Hemmes | Jul 22, 2017 | ASOHM NEWS, Bladder, Fluid retention, General Health, Kidneys, Urinary Tract
Our kidneys suffer badly from our modern habits as many don’t drink enough water while consuming large quantities of coffee and fizzy drinks. Golden rod (Solidago virgaurea) is not only useful as a counter to kidney and bladder complaints particularly kidney...
by Hilde Hemmes | Feb 10, 2017 | ASOHM NEWS, Bladder, General Health, Kidneys, Urinary Tract
The long shiny fibres at the top of the corn are known as Indian corn or Corn silk (Zea mays). Indian corn can be employed to combat chronic or acute cystitis (inflammation of the bladder), nephritis (inflammation of the kidneys), gout and rheumatism. It...
by Hilde Hemmes | Jan 9, 2017 | ASOHM NEWS, Bladder, General Health, Kidneys, Urinary Tract
Oedema is the medical term for fluid retention which is due to poor drainage and can be treated with diuretic herbs which promote urine secretion in a safe and effective manner. Bedstraw (Galium verum) is a powerful diuretic which can be used to combat inflamed...
by Hilde Hemmes | Jan 7, 2017 | ASOHM NEWS, Circulation, General Health, Skin disorders, Urinary Tract
The stinging nettle is the best blood cleansing herb known to herbalists and recommended strongly in the treatment of acne and eczema. Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) is high in iron and is also the best blood building herb and very beneficial in cases of anaemia and...
