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Iceland Moss ( As a soothing demulcent with a high mucilage content, Iceland Moss finds use in the treatment of
gastritis, vomiting and dyspepsia. It is often used in respiratory catarrh and bronchitis. It calms dry and paroxysmal
coughs, being particularly helpful as a treatment for elderly people. It generally soothes the mucous membranes.
The extract is added to antiseptics and to lozenges for dry coughs and sore throats. In addition its nourishing qualities
contribute to the treatment of cachexia, a state of malnourishment and debility. Iceland moss is also very bitter and,
within the gut, has both a demulcent and bitter tonic effect. It is thus of value in all kinds of chronic digestive problems,
such as irritable bowel syndrome. It also gently expels worms, and in view of recent research, could prove useful for
certain digestive infections.
Inmortal (Asclepias asperula) Outside the Spanish and Indian herbal tradition of the New Mexico, Inmortal is
virtually unknown. It is a bronchial dilator and stimulates lymph drainage from the lungs, consequently, a medicine for
asthma, pleurisy, bronchitis, and lung infections in general One-half teaspoon of the dried root is boiled in water and
drunk every three or four hours as long as necessary. The root is a mild but reliable cardiac tonic, particularly in
congestive heart disorders, one-half teaspoon of the powdered root swallowed with water in the morning, either
occasionally or for maintenance. Has no tendency to accumulate.
Inmortal is an effective menstrual stimulant, either for tardiness or for stimulating a scanty, painful period;
one-half to one teaspoon in tea, once or twice. It has been used as an abortifacient up to the sixth week of pregnancy
but is not reliable and is more likely to cause nausea than a miscarriage. The tea drunk after childbirth or during labor
will aid in shortening the uterine contractions afterward and decrease the time necessary for vaginal discharge or
lochia. A small amount of the root taken several times during a day will stimulate the changeover from colostrums to
milk production. Further, a small amount of the finely powdered root can be snuffed vigorously up each nostril to
produce copious sneezing without irritation, which can clear up the most obstructed sinus. Inmortal causes obvious
vagus nerve stimulation. The root will stimulate perspiration at the onset of an infection and as a laxative effect.
Irish Moss (Chondrus crispus ) This very property is the basis of its use in digestive conditions where a demulcent
is called for, such as gastritis and ulcers. However, its main use is in respiratory problems such as bronchitis. Its
expectorant effect encourages the coughing up of phlegm, and it soothes dry and irritated mucous membranes. It is of
value for acid indigestion, gastritis, and urinary infections such as cystitis. For these conditions it is normally combined
with other appropriate herbs. Mucilaginous in texture and slightly salty in taste, Irish moss makes a valuable nutrient in
convalescence. Applied externally, this emollient herb soothes inflamed skin. Irish moss also acts to thin the blood. It
often is combined with Iceland moss, comfrey root and honey to form a mucilage for treating inflamed lungs, sore
throat and wasting diseases.
J HERBS
Jack-in-the-Pulpit (Arisaema triphyllum ) Internally used as a traditional Native American remedy for asthma,
whooping cough, and bronchitis. Externally used for rheumatism, boils, and snake bite. Native people used dried,
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