{Quebra-pedra} Stonebreaker helps fight kidney stones and protect the liver (Phyllanthus niruri)

{Quebra-pedra} Stonebreaker helps fight kidney stones and protect the liver (Phyllanthus niruri)

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1. {Quebra-pedra} Stonebreaker is a medicinal plant that is also known as Pimpinela branca, Saxífraga, Arranca-pedras, Quebra-panela, Conami ou Fura-parede, and which can bring some health benefits such as fighting kidney stones and protecting the liver, as it has diuretic and hepatoprotective properties, as well as being antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial, antispasmodic and hypoglycemic.

The scientific name of this plant is Phyllanthus niruri , and it can be purchased at natural food stores, compounding pharmacies and street markets.

The parts of the plant used are the leaves, flower, root and seeds, which can be found in nature and industrially in dehydrated form or as a tincture. 

2. What is it for

This plant has some substances such as lignins, vitamin C, terpenes, triterpenes, tannins and flavonoids, which are considered potent natural antioxidants. Therefore, this medicinal plant could be used to:

(1) Treat and prevent kidney stones, as some studies suggest that the consumption of this plant could prevent the formation of stones, inhibiting their growth and facilitating their elimination through urine;

(2) Prevent gallstones;

(3) Helps reduce fluid retention;

(4) Relieve the symptoms of heartburn;

(5) Improve constipation;

(6) Fight infection by viruses, such as hepatitis B, because it inhibits the replication of the virus's DNA;

(7) Fight muscle spasms and act as a muscle relaxant;

(8) Help lower blood sugar by controlling diabetes, hyperinsulinism and insulin resistance;

(9) Protect the liver from intoxications;

(10) It helps to control blood pressure by facilitating the elimination of sodium.

In addition, this plant could also prevent cell damage due to its antioxidant action, and could also prevent some types of cancer, such as lung and breast cancer, for example.

3. When not to be used

The tea of this plant is contraindicated for children under 6 years of age and for pregnant or breastfeeding women because it has properties that cross the placenta and reach the baby, which can cause abortion, and it also passes through breast milk changing the taste of milk.

In addition, this tea should not be taken for more than 2 weeks in a row, as it increases the elimination of important minerals through the urine.

 

Nettle serves to help regulate blood pressure and blood sugar levels (Urtica dioica)

Nettle serves to help regulate blood pressure and blood sugar levels (Urtica dioica)

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1. {Urtiga} Nettle is a medicinal plant of the species Urtica dioica , also known as urtigão, ortiga or urtiga-maior, rich in vitamins A, C and K, polyphenols, flavonoids and minerals such as calcium, iron and magnesium, with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant action.

Being widely used as a home remedy to regulate blood pressure and blood sugar levels, as well as helping in the treatment of arthritis and rheumatism, for example.

The normally used parts of nettle are the leaf, which can be used in the form of tea, or the root, used in the form of capsules, and can be found in herbalists, health food stores, manipulation pharmacies, markets and some street markets.

And should be used with medical advice.

Another species of nettle is Lamium album , known as white nettle, but which has different properties from Urtica dioica , being indicated mainly for gynecological problems such as menstrual cramps, bleeding or inflammation in the uterus.

2. what is it for

Nettle has several antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-hypertensive, diuretic and anti-diabetic medicinal properties, as well as helping to strengthen the immune system, as it contains flavonoids, polyphenols, vitamins A, C and K, folic acid, and minerals such as calcium, potassium, iron and magnesium, for example.

The main indications of nettle are:

(1) Arthritis;

(2) Osteoarthritis;

(3) Rheumatism;

(4) High pressure;

(5) Diabetes;

(6) rhinitis;

(7) Allergic cough;

(8) Acne;

(9) Dermatitis;

(10) Muscle pain;

(11) Inflammation of the gums;

(12) Anemia;

(13) Urinary infection;

(14) Kidney stone.

In addition, some studies show that nettle root can be used to assist in the treatment of an enlarged prostate by reducing the action of enzymes responsible for the production of testosterone, due to the flavonoids in its composition.

3. Possible side effects

The most common nettle side effects typically arise when the plant is consumed in larger than recommended amounts, and include stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation, allergies or itchy skin, or increased uterine contractions in the case of women.

Which can increase colic symptoms or cause miscarriage.

In addition, nettle can greatly reduce blood pressure and make it difficult to control blood pressure in people with hypertension, or greatly reduce blood sugar levels causing hypoglycemia crisis in diabetics.

4. who shouldn't use

Nettle should not be used by pregnant women as it can cause uterine contractions and induce premature labor, cause miscarriage or malformations in the baby. 

In addition, nettle should also not be used while breastfeeding as the toxic effects on the baby are not known.

This plant is also not suitable for people with kidney problems, such as kidney failure, or with heart problems such as heart failure, as it can worsen the symptoms of these conditions.

 

{Salgueiro branco} White willow helps relieve inflammation and fever (Salix alba)

{Salgueiro branco} White willow helps relieve inflammation and fever (Salix alba)

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1. {Salgueiro branco} White willow is a medicinal plant, scientifically named  Salix alba , which is rich in salicin, a natural substance that is similar to the main ingredient in aspirin, therefore having analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. 

White willow is popularly used as a home remedy to relieve headache, fever and pain caused by inflammatory problems such as muscle strain and strain, rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis, for example.

The commonly used part of white willow is its bark, usually for the preparation of teas, however, it can also be found in the form of capsules prepared with the dry extract of the bark. 

White willow can be found at health food stores, or compounding pharmacies, and should be used under the guidance of a physician or other health care professional who has experience with the use of medicinal plants.

To prepare white willow tea, the bark of this plant must be used, from which the main active substance, salicin, is extracted.

2. what is it for 

The properties of white willow include its sudorific, antipyretic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic and anticoagulant action, being normally indicated for:

(1) Fever;

(2) flu and colds;

(3) Headache;

(4) Rheumatism;

(5) Arthritis;

(6) Osteoarthritis;

(7) Osteoartrose;

(8) Muscle pain;

(10) Back pain;

(11) Muscle strain or strain.

While it has health benefits, the use of white willow is not a substitute for medical treatment and should only be used under the guidance of a physician or herbalist.

3. Possible side effects

White willow is relatively safe when used for a maximum of 12 weeks of treatment and in recommended amounts, not to exceed 1 to 3 g of the bark in tea or capsule form per day. 

However, willow can cause side effects such as diarrhea, heartburn, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting or bleeding.

Due to the presence of salicin in its composition, which has an anticoagulant action like aspirin, white willow can increase the risk of bleeding. 

Therefore, it should not be used by those with health problems that increase the risk of bleeding, such as gastric ulcers, esophageal varices or hemophilia, for example.

4. who shouldn't use

This plant should not be used by children, pregnant or nursing women, or people who have an allergy to aspirin.

Also, this plant should not be taken in the following situations:

(1) Tendency to bleeding;

(2) Asthma attack induced by the use of aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs;

(3) Stomach ulcers or intestinal ulcers;

(4) History of stomach or intestinal ulcers;

(5) Gastritis;

(6) Gastroesophageal reflux;

(7) Colitis, diverticulitis or diverticulosis;

(8) Severe kidney, liver or heart failure.

In addition, white willow should also not be used by people being treated with aspirin, methotrexate, anticonvulsant drugs such as phenytoin or valproic acid, or oral anticoagulant drugs such as warfarin, for example. 

It is important to inform the doctor and herbalist about all the medicines that you use, as this plant can interfere with the effect of several medicines and cause serious side effects.

 

{assa-peixe} assa-fish Help in the treatment of flu, pneumonia and bronchitis (Vernonia polysphaera)

{assa-peixe} assa-fish Help in the treatment of flu, pneumonia and bronchitis (Vernonia polysphaera)

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1. {assa-peixe} Assa-fish is a medicinal plant rich in mineral salts and has anti-inflammatory and expectorant properties, being a great option to complement the treatment of respiratory disorders, such as flu and bronchitis, for example. As it is able to relieve some symptoms such as pain back, chest pain and coughing.

The assa-fish is scientifically known as Vernonia polysphaera, is often found in vacant land and pastures, is often considered a weed, and multiplies quickly in poorly fertile soils. Despite having health benefits, the use of  assa-fish should not replace the treatment indicated by the doctor.

The parts used of this plant are the leaves and the root, and tea, infusion or even sitz bath can be made, being indicated mainly to assist in the treatment of alterations in the uterus.

In the case of affections of the uterus, for example.

2. what is it for

The assa-fish plant has balsamic, expectorant, fortifying, hemostatic, diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties, and can help in the treatment of various situations, such as:

(1) Help in the treatment of respiratory disorders such as flu, pneumonia and bronchitis;

(2) Relieve and treat hemorrhoids;

(3) Assist in the treatment of kidney stones;

(4) Treat changes in the uterus;

(5) Prevent the development of ulcers, as it is able to reduce the irritation of the gastric mucosa;

(6) Help relieve muscle pain.

In addition, this plant can be used to reduce swelling caused by fluid retention due to its diuretic property.

3. Side effects and contraindications

So far, no side effects related to the consumption of this plant have been described, however its consumption should be guided by the herbalist. In addition, of this plant tea is contraindicated for pregnant or lactating women.

Garlic helps fight viruses, fungi and bacteria (Allium sativum)

 

Garlic helps fight viruses, fungi and bacteria (Allium sativum)

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1. {Alho} Garlic is a part of a plant, the bulb, which is widely used in the kitchen to season food, but which can also be used as a natural medicine to complement the treatment of various health problems, such as fungal infections or high blood pressure, for example.

This food is rich in sulfur compounds, especially allicin, which provides the characteristic smell of garlic and which is largely responsible for its functional properties.

In addition, garlic is also rich in various minerals that nourish the body, such as potassium, calcium and magnesium.

Garlic scientific name: Allium sativum

To obtain its benefits, one should consume 1 fresh clove of garlic a day. A tip to increase its beneficial power is to chop or crush the garlic and let it rest for 10 minutes before using, as this increases the amount of allicin, the main responsible for its properties.

Garlic can be used to season meats, salads, sauces and pasta, for example. In addition, garlic tea or garlic water can also be prepared, which, when consumed frequently, help to lower cholesterol and protect the heart.

2. The main benefits of garlic are:

(1) Fight viruses, fungi and bacteria

Garlic has a sulfur compound, known as allicin, which gives it antimicrobial action, inhibiting the growth and proliferation of bacteria, viruses and fungi. In fact, it even helps to eliminate toxins and pathological bacteria that affect the intestinal flora, being very useful to complete the treatment of worm infections.

(2) Prevent colon cancer

Thanks to the action of allicin, alliin, which are sulfur compounds, garlic also has potent antioxidant action that prevents the formation of free radicals and protects the body's cells. In addition, these compounds also help to stimulate certain enzymes that detoxify the body of agents that cause colon cancer.

(3) Protect heart health

Garlic helps reduce the levels of "bad" LDL cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, as it inhibits their oxidation, thus reducing the risk of atherosclerosis that can lead to various cardiovascular diseases.

In addition, garlic helps regulate blood pressure by having a slight antihypertensive effect, as well as the ability to improve blood circulation, decreasing pressure on the vessels. It also prevents clot formation by inhibiting excessive platelet aggregation.

(4) Improve inflammatory diseases

The sulfuric compounds in garlic also have anti-inflammatory action, decreasing the body's response to some diseases that cause chronic inflammation. Thus, garlic can be used in some inflammatory diseases, to decrease pain and regulate the immune system response.

(5) Avoid respiratory diseases

Garlic helps to stimulate respiratory functions thanks to its expectorant and antiseptic properties that make breathing easier. Therefore, garlic can be used to treat flu, cough, colds, snoring, asthma, bronchitis and other lung problems.

(6) Keep your brain healthy

Due to the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action provided by allicin and sulfur, and due to its selenium and choline content, frequent consumption of garlic helps to protect brain cells and reduce the damage caused by free radicals, which are involved in the emergence of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and dementia.

Therefore, garlic is a food with great potential to improve memory and promote learning, improving brain health.

3. Side effects and contraindications

Excessive consumption of garlic can cause digestive problems, cramping, gas, vomiting, diarrhea, headaches, kidney pain and dizziness.

In addition, the consumption of raw garlic as a natural remedy is contraindicated for newborns, during the healing of surgeries and in cases of low blood pressure, stomach pain, bleeding and use of blood thinning drugs.

Pumpkin seeds Helps fight intestinal parasites (Cucurbita maxima)

Pumpkin seeds Helps fight intestinal parasites (Cucurbita maxima)

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1. {sementes de abóbora} Pumpkin seeds, whose scientific name is Cucurbita maxima, have several health benefits, as they are rich in omega-3s, fiber, good fats, antioxidants and minerals such as iron and magnesium.

Therefore, these seeds can be included in the daily diet to improve the functioning of both the brain and the heart, as well as promote intestinal health and reduce inflammation in the body that can arise from various diseases.

To consume the pumpkin seeds, you must extract them directly from the pumpkin, wash them, place them on a plate and leave them exposed to the sun. Once they are dry, they can be consumed.

(A) Dry seeds

Properly dried pumpkin seeds can be used whole in a salad or soup, for example, or as an aperitif, when a little salt and powdered ginger is sprinkled on, as is common in Greece.

(B) crushed seed

It can be added to cereal, yogurt or fruit juice. To grind, simply beat the dry seeds in a mixer, blender or food processor.

(C) Pumpkin Seed Oil

It can be found in certain supermarkets, or ordered online. It should be used to season the salad or add to the soup after it's ready, because this oil loses its nutrients when heated, so it should always be used cold.

2. The main health benefits of pumpkin seed are:

(1) Favors relaxation and promotes well-being

These seeds have a high amount of magnesium and tryptophan, which are substances that act at the brain level, helping to fight excess stress, fatigue and stimulate memory.

(2) Weight loss

Pumpkin seeds are rich in fiber, promoting a greater feeling of satiety and causing the person to reduce the amount of food consumed on a daily basis, ingesting fewer calories and favoring weight loss.

(3) Helps to increase muscle mass

Pumpkin seeds are an excellent source of protein, so it can be interesting to include in your diet when the goal is to gain muscle mass, and can be included in salads, smoothies, yogurt, cereals and snacks.

(4) Protects the body's cells

Due to their high content of antioxidants such as carotenoids and vitamin E, pumpkin seeds help protect the body's cells from the effect of free radicals, helping to reduce inflammation, as well as helping to reduce the risk of some types of cancer. , such as the stomach, prostate, colon and breast.

(5) Decreases inflammation

Pumpkin seeds are an excellent source of omega-3s, which exert an anti-inflammatory action against stress processes or diseases that may be causing a state of inflammation in the body, helping to protect the body from cardiovascular and brain diseases and improving memory and mood.

(6) Improves prostate and thyroid health

Pumpkin seeds are rich in zinc, a mineral that is important in strengthening the immune system and helping to regulate thyroid function. Some studies have shown that the daily consumption of these seeds helps reduce the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia and improve quality of life.

(7) Helps fight intestinal parasites

These seeds have been used as a home remedy to fight intestinal parasites, as they have anti-parasitic and anthelmintic action, and can be consumed by both children and adults.

(8) Fights anemia

Pumpkin seeds are an excellent vegetable source of iron and, therefore, help to fight anemia, and can also be consumed by vegan or vegetarian people to increase the amount of iron in the body.

It is important that, together with the pumpkin seeds, some food source of vitamin C is also consumed, as this way it is possible to favor its intestinal absorption.

(9) Relieves tummy ache

Pumpkin seeds help relieve stomach pain and menstrual cramps, as it contains magnesium, which is a mineral that works by decreasing muscle contraction and nerve function, and consequently, menstrual pain.

(10) Regulates blood sugar levels

As it has a lot of fiber and magnesium, pumpkin seeds help to regulate blood sugar levels, being very important for people with diabetes and for those who are overweight with insulin resistance or hyperinsulinism.

{Plantain/Tanchagem} It helps to treat the common flu (Plantago major)

{Plantain/Tanchagem} It helps to treat the common flu (Plantago major)

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1. {Tanchagem} Plantain is a plant rich in flavonoids, alkaloids, terpenoids, iridoides, mucilage and other compounds, which guarantees the antibacterial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory functions of this plant. Therefore, plantain is widely used in the preparation of home remedies to treat the flu, the common cold and inflammation of the throat, uterus and intestine.

In addition to its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, plantain also has an anticancer, detoxifying, expectorant, depurative, diuretic, antispasmodic, decongestant, healing and laxative action, in the case of seeds.

Plantain leaves can be used to flavor meals, prepare tea or make a poultice to put on the skin, while their seeds can be ingested.

The scientific name of plantain is  Plantago major and belongs to the Plantaginaceae family. The parts of plantain that are used are its leaves and seeds, which can be purchased in natural food stores, pharmacies and in some open markets.

2. Thus, due to its properties, plantain can serve to:

(1) Facilitate wound healing

This property is due to the fact that plantain is rich in polyphenols, polysaccharides and antioxidants, which are responsible for protecting cells against the destruction caused by inflammatory mediators, which facilitates tissue repair.

(2) Prevent the onset of gastric ulcers

Some scientific studies indicate that plantain leaves and seeds help prevent the formation of gastric ulcers, as they have the ability to reduce the acidity of the gastric juice, relieving burning and pain in the stomach.

Furthermore, it is also able to inhibit the activity of the Helicobacter pylori bacteria , which when not identified and treated correctly, can lead to the formation of stomach ulcers.

(3) Control your blood sugar

Plantain has anti-diabetic activity because it improves the mechanism by which pancreatic cells regulate blood sugar levels. In addition, it also has flavonoids, sterols and tannins, which are compounds that have a hypoglycemic effect.

(4) Combat diarrhea

Some studies confirm that plantain helps to improve diarrhea symptoms by containing tannins, flavonoids and alkaloids, which reduce secretion and accumulation of fluid in the intestine, exerting an antidiarrheal effect.

(5) Prevent premature aging

As it is rich in antioxidants, mainly phenolic compounds and flavonoids, plantain prevents damage caused by free radicals to cells, preventing premature aging.

(6) Fight infections

Due to the presence of polysaccharides in its composition, plantain has protective effects against some bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumoniae , as well as against viruses, including adenovirus, and is therefore widely used in the treatment of common flu.

In addition, the leaves of this plant can be used in the preparation of plantain tea, which helps to fluidize the secretions accumulated in the bronchi, relieving coughing. It can also be used to gargle to treat changes in the mouth and throat, such as cold sore, pharyngitis, tonsillitis and laryngitis, exerting an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effect.

Plantain also has action against bacteria associated with skin infections and urinary system infections, such as Staphylococcus aureus , Escherichia coli and Candida albicans, for example.

3. Possible side effects

The main side effects of plantain include drowsiness, intestinal colic and dehydration.

4. who should not use

Plantain is contraindicated for pregnant women, women who are breastfeeding and patients with heart problems. Furthermore, it is not indicated for people who have intestinal obstruction, hypotension and before surgical procedures. It is necessary for the doctor to be consulted when the person has diabetes, as plantain seeds can greatly lower blood sugar levels and can cause hypoglycemia.

With regard to children, the use of plantain should be discussed and guided by the pediatrician, because so far no studies have been carried out on the effects of this plant in children.

{Rosemary/Alecrim} helps to treat gastritis and depression (Rosmarinus officinalis)

{Rosemary/Alecrim} helps to treat gastritis and depression (Rosmarinus officinalis)

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1. Because it contains digestive, diuretic and antidepressant properties, rosemary serves to aid in the digestion of food and to treat headaches, depression and anxiety.

Its scientific name is Rosmarinus officinalis and it can be bought in supermarkets, natural food stores, compounding pharmacies and in some open markets.

The used parts of rosemary are its leaves, which can be used to season food and flowers to make tea and baths.

2. Rosemary can be used to:

(1) Improve the nervous system

Rosemary improves the nervous system and brings benefits such as improving memory, concentration and reasoning, and helping to prevent and treat problems such as depression and anxiety.

This herb even helps to reduce memory loss that occurs naturally in the elderly, and can also be used in the form of aromatherapy for this purpose.

Although it has several benefits for the nervous system, rosemary should not be used by those suffering from epilepsy, as some studies indicate that it can stimulate the development of epileptic seizures.

(2) Improve digestion

Rosemary improves digestion and has properties that reduce gas production and alleviate problems such as heartburn, diarrhea and constipation.

In addition, because it also has antibacterial properties, rosemary also helps in the treatment of gastritis caused by the H. pylori bacteria.

(3) Act as an antioxidant

Rosemary is rich in antioxidant acids such as rosmarinic acid, caffeic acid, carnosic acid, which helps to improve the immune system, prevent infections and improve skin health.

In addition, antioxidants also prevent harmful changes in cells, such as those that trigger problems like cancer.

(4) Relieve stress and anxiety

Rosemary is used in aromatherapy to reduce stress and anxiety along with lavender oil as it helps to lower blood pressure and control the heartbeat, helping to bring about a sense of calm.  

(5) Alleviate Arthritis Pain

Rosemary has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, helping to relieve pain from problems such as arthritis, headache, gout, toothache and skin problems

3. Side effects and contraindications

Excessive consumption of rosemary, especially in the form of concentrated oil, can bring problems such as nausea, vomiting, kidney irritation, bleeding in the uterus, skin redness, increased sensitivity to the sun and allergic reactions.

In addition, its use as a medicine is contraindicated for pregnant and lactating women, for people with a history of seizures and difficulties in clotting the blood, or who use medications such as aspirin.

In the case of people with epilepsy, rosemary should be used with caution, as some studies indicate that the essential oil, which is also present in tea, can trigger epileptic seizures.