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My Herbs Issue 01 – Contents

8 Herbal Ecogarden

A well-organised herbal garden is the dream of every gardener and herbalist. Choose the types of herbs you like best, and arrange the garden for maximum effect and co-existence. In addition, learn which herbs to choose according to their qualities.

15 Grapevines

My Herbs 01 - ContentsFit into your swimsuit and cleanse your body! Grapevines — from leaf to fruit — are a perfect means for detoxifying the body. Both have beneficial effects on our figure.

20 The Thyroid

We are often affected by decreased or increased functioning of this gland, connected with autoimmunity inflammations. We discuss these two problems in a two-part article, advising you how to use natural remedies to return to the status of full health. Part one on diminished thyroid gland function is found here.

28 Artichokes

This tidbit of kings also has healing properties.

32 Herbal Advice

My Herbs advice on raw food.

34 Summer Aromatherapy

Essential oils can help with swelling, sunburn, bee stings and diarrhea. These recipes specifically for summer will certainly be a great help.

38 Cannabis – Universal Medicine

The first part of our new series about the most controversial herb of our time.

42 Yarrow

A herb for fever, digestive problems and women’s health issues.

44 My Herbs Calendar

July is a month connected particularly with blood circulation. Learn how to improve your blood circulation and which herbs are suitable for strengthening circulation.

46 Deng Shen

Deng shen is a herb worthy of note. One does not hear so much about it, and that’s a shame, for herbalists call it the “poor man’s ginseng.” It’s an easily available herb which has strong, invigorating effects on the body. It fights fatigue, increases the libido and the resulting effects help with high blood pressure, and can bring the body back into shape after surgery.

50 Oats

Oats are high in roughage, do not underestimate this grain.

54 Vitamins A–Z

We start with vitamin A.

56 Proteins

How do they work in our body and how many do we really need? What are the best sources of protein for us?

60 The Darker Side of Sunblock

We wear it to protect ourselves. But could what we use to protect ourselves actually contain chemicals that cause us harm?

62 Raw Food Recipes

In this issue we invite you to a raw-foods feast.

70 Botanical Chemistry

The most commonly found substances in frequently used garden and natural products. Learn which phytochemicals are found in tomatoes, grapes, green tea, walnuts, and other fruits and vegetables, and how to make the most of them.

72 Wild Plants

Edible fruits, served up by nature.

76 For Women

Alternative treatments for incontinence.

78 For Men

Take care of your large intestine.

80 DIY Sunblock Recipe

To avoid some of the unpronounceable chemicals found in commercial sun blocks, try this do-it-yourself alternative!

82 Diabetes

One can defend oneself against it, and even fight it. We also add a list of natural sugars.

84 Natural Repellents

Not only against mosquitoes, but also against aphids and moths.

88 Summer Heat Waves

Overcome overheating.

90 Tea

We reveal its secrets.