Guest guest Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Gentian Root Gentian is useful as a blood-builder and has been popular to use during convalescence. Gentian strengthens the entire system even when given in moderate doses. One way it does this is by stimulating general circulation. Gentian is also high in simple energy producing sugars. It has been found that Gentian root increases the activities of many glands and organs.Gentian stimulates the appetite and can be given for anorexia and exhaustion. It strengthens the digestive organs while improving the vascular system to that the digestive tract receives a rich supply of blood and the digested nutrients are all absorbed. It also appears to have a mildly cleansing effect on the bowels. It is effective in slowly cleansing the hardened morbid mater lining the colon.Gentian stimulates the pancreas and this makes it a valuable herb for the diabetic or pre-diabetic. It also has a normalizing effect on the thyroid gland.It is good for the female organs, as well.Gentian is a fortifying tonic particularly useful for jaundice, bile production, and for liver malfunction.In addition, this herb also aids the kidneys and the spleen. Bodily Influence: Alterative: This herb cleanses, stimulates, and aids in the efficient removal of waste productsAnti-bilious: This herb reduces biliary or jaundice conditionAnti-inflammatory: This herb counteracts and diminishes inflammation or its effectsAnti-pyretic: This herb reduces feverAntiseptic: This herb combats and neutralizes pathogenic bacteria and prevents infectionBitter: This herb stimulates secretion of digestion and encourages appetiteCholagogue: This herb stimulates bile flow from the gall bladder and bile ducts into the duodenumDigestant: Strengthens the digestive tractLaxative (mild): This herb stimulates bowel movementsParasiticide: This herb kills parasites and wormsSialagogue: This herb stimulates the secretion of salivaStimulant: This herb increases internal heat, dispels internal chill and strengthens metabolism and circulationStomachic: This herb strengthens stomach functionTonic: This herb restores, nourishes, and supports the entire body; it exerts a gently strengthening effect on the body Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. health/ http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ http://360./suziesgoats Get your email and more, right on the new .com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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