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The Herbal Pharmacy
Unless otherwise noted, the following herbs have no contraindications.
Agrimony
(Agrimonia spp.)
Part(s) used: The aerial parts of the plant, gathered when in flower.
Therapeutic effects: Astringent, useful for the urinary tract and the intestinal tract.
Preparations and dosages: Standard infusion, 2 to 4 ounces as needed. Tincture [1:5, 50% alcohol, or fresh plant, 1:2], 1/4 to 1 teaspoon as needed.
Alfalfa
(Medicago sativa)
Part(s) used: The leaves, small stems and flowers.
Therapeutic effects: Mild and safe anti-inflammatory, alkalyzing tea for metabolic stress with acidic, concentrated urine, and a nutritionally significant tea for mineral deficiencies.
Preparations and dosages: Standard infusion as needed.
Asparagus root
(Asparagus spp.)
Parts(s) used: The fresh or dried octopoidal rhizome.

 
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