Essay on Essiac, Tea Of Life?

Chamomile is used to treat many conditions such as heartburn, nausea and upset stomach. It is also popularly used to calm and sooth the emotions and treat insomnia. This versatile herb is used to treat allergies and rashes, cuts,

Sara Altshul , author of Docs Gone Wild, would argue that herbal remedies should be looked at more reputably, she states; “This Yale-trained doctor prescribes herbs and supplements for everything from diabetes to heart disease, and she isn’t alone. Many natural remedies for women are now officially in whitecoat territory—because they work.” (2). In her article, there are various remedies for common illnesses, said in a straight forward and easy to understand manor. All of the remedies are supported by with

Herbal medicine is the use of natural plant substances to treat and prevent illness. Throughout America herbalism is not deemed “scientific” by most regulations but herbalists and few medical professionals argue that with the right knowledge of the use and effects of using herbal remedies could possibly be safer to use and deemed supplementary beneficial. It is time to delve deeper into the process of herbal medicines and more specific details on the healing processes. There is no denying that the evolution of medicine has come a long way through the use of science and manufacturing, but where did it all begin?

It is said, not by fact but theory, that the cure for cancer is in herbs.

Some people falsely assume that because naturopathic medicine comes from the earth, it must not be a very effective alternative cancer treatment option. Maybe, they have tried it, but the results were too inconsistent, or it didn't seem to do anything at all. This is partly due to the multitude of companies who do not standardize the herbal remedy products that they sell. If pulled off of store shelves to be analyzed, one would find that most herbal remedy capsules and tinctures have very little of the key active ingredient. Don't let this deter you from using them though. Find a company that guarantees the quality and purity of their herbal remedies, and talk to your naturopath about including some of the following known cancer-fighting herbs

High tea was introduced by Anna, the Duchess of Bedford in the 1800’s because she was usually hungry during the time between lunch and the evening meal so she ordered light beverages. She then began sharing her habit of having high tea with her friends. It was usually enjoyed by English upper-class families as the middle and lower class families can’t afford it. Eventually, the middle class had high tea as well. High tea became popular in the 1840’s and came out of England at around about the 1880’s. It came to us through social events. Nowadays high tea is found globally but isn’t commonly served but it is usually served a special treat.

Founded in Taiwan in 2003, Chatime is ‘one of the fastest growing’ ‘bubble tea’ franchises. Since its launch into the Australian Market in 2009, Chatime has established over 45 stores. In Australia, Chatime’s marketing and location strategies; primarily focuses on Chinese Australians and positions its franchises in locations with ‘high concentrations of Asian residents’ Today Chatimes master franchisor Charley Zhao is concerned with expanding Chatimes franshises ‘beyond the traditional Asian suburbs’ and into the mainstream Australian market.

Plants are an integral part of Canadian society. They form the basis of medicine, construction and contributes to Canada’s GDP. (Fabricant, D.S., & Farnsworth, N.R., 2001; Dunlop et al, 2010). Plants such as goldenseal and ginseng provide ways in which one can access medicine without a prescription. These herbal plants can be used to improve the function of the immune system, fight colds, and treat sore gums/throats (Dunlop et al, 2010; University of Maryland Medical Center, 2015; n.a, 2013). Ginseng increases the number of immune cells in the blood and improves the immune system’s response (University of Maryland Medical Center, 2015). It also helps rid the body of radicals, which are substances that can damage DNA and contribute to heart disease, diabetes, and other conditions (University of Maryland Medical Center, 2015). About 3 000 tonnes of North American ginseng roots are exported to other countries’ markets

of which can be taken after meals. The herbs in this combination are used for their antiinflammatory,

“Cancer is now the largest revenue generator in American Traditional medicine. “ (Garcia M.D.) Alternative medicines are more effective than chemotherapy and radiation with far better side effects.

Slippery elm is known to help aid in coating the gastrointestinal tract as well as helping bulk the stool which would aid in diarrhea or urgency symptoms. Bowels can become irritated when IBS symptoms occur and Slipper Elm will help coat the intestine as it causes a release in mucus secretion which help keep the intestines protected (UMMC, 2015). These capsules will contain 500mg each.

Sage can be used to treat a variety of sicknesses from the flu to cancer. Sage has antioxidant properties that make it effective for cancer prevention and treatment. Sage extract was found to inhibit angiogenesis; the formation of new blood vessels, which plays a critical role in the growth and spread of cancer. Angiogenesis signaling molecules allow new blood vessels to be formed and the cancer cells to grow, invade tissue, and move throughout the body. A blood supply is necessary for tumours to grow and scientists are trying to find a way to block tumour angiogenesis. Scientists have begun to study angiogenesis inhibitors with the idea that these molecules can prevent or slow the growth of cancer cells. In addition, sage may help prevent symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease because it helps chemical imbalances in the brain. A study by the Journal of Clinical Pharmacy and Therapeutics found that consuming sage improved cognitive function in patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease. The study was done over a period of four months and after this time, the patient’s cognition improved by twenty two percent and also decreased symptoms of agitation and stress. In the study explained above, sage was consumed as an extract; but it can also incorporated into a variety of recipes. In conclusion, sage can also be used to prevent and fight diseases like Alzheimer’s and

Ever since the beginning of mankind, civilized cultures all have one specific thing in common. They all practice a dignified disposition of their loved ones who die. In fact, Robert G. Mayer, author of a widely used embalming text book writes in his text that "the art and science of embalming has been performed, in one form or another, for well over 5500 years." Of course the methods of embalming have varied greatly over course of time; however one important aspect for many of these practices is the ability for our species to scientifically preserve the remains of the dead human body. In more modern times, mankind has come to understand this process to be known as embalming.

Herbal supplements were initially used in China and the East but it has become prevalent in the United States. As stated in the Tachjian et al. (2010) article, the herbal remedy market takes in over $34 billion annually, as 15 million Americans consume some form of the product, such as remedies or vitamins. Interestingly enough more people visit alternative medicine providers than a primary healthcare physician (Self, 2010). Herbal remedies and therapy fall “under the category of biological based therapies, which uses substances found in nature, such as herbs, food, vitamins, minerals, and botanicals” (Dossey & Keegan, 56). Herbal medicines are derived from plants and fungi through alcoholic extraction or decoction. The notion that these herbal supplements are natural, therefore they are safer for consumption is a huge misconception perpetuated by the manufacturer and well placed advertising. The use of these supplements can be harmful when combined with other drugs and can lead to death if the interactions are not properly monitored or even examined, as “herbs that seem safe under normal conditions for healthy people may not be safe for certain patient groups” (Tascilar et al., 736). These readily available and seemingly safe alternatives to prescription medicine can lead patients to unforeseen

Herbal medicine has been used for many, many years and is a great natural alternative to modern medicine.