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Goldenseal is one of the most effective of the herbal anti-microbial agents. It
contains alkaloids (berberine, hydrastine and canadine) that are responsible for many of
its valuable healing abilities. Goldenseal is a natural antibiotic and an This herb seems to work best against urinary, respiratory and sinus infections, as well as others that settle in the body's mucus membranes. Increases the blood supply to the spleen, thus promoting optimal activity of the spleen and the release of immunopotentiating compounds. This herb stimulates the macrophage activity and thus improve lymph function. Macrophage cells are responsible for filtering the lymph by destroying foreign particles (bacteria, viruses, fungi, tumor cells) in the interstitial fluid, which is one-sixth of your body. Helps decrease nausea, stomach and liver problems. May also help reduce heavy menstrual flow. Externally, Goldenseal can be helpful in some cases of athlete's foot, conjunctivitis, earache, eczema, pyorrhea and itching. Makes a soothing eyewash. A poultice clears a boil in two to three days. Combined with Echinacea, it's a great cold and flu remedy.
Goldenseal Root should never be taken during pregnancy, it may stimulate the muscles in the uterus. Should not be taken over a long period of time if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes or glaucoma because one of its active constituents, hydrastine, may raise blood pressure.
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immune-system booster--it
increases white blood cell count. Blocks a wide range of bacteria including,
staphylococcus, salmonella, escherichia coli, Candida albicans yeast and even some
parasites. Treats a wide variety of symptoms and ailments, such as diarrhea, digestive
problems (colitis and gastritis), adults' ear infections and respiratory problems such as
those associated with bronchitis, the flu and hay fever. Assists in lowering blood sugar
and blood pressure. It also helps to control disturbances in heart rhythm and detoxifies
the liver.
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