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A Magickal Herball Compleat.pdf - Magicka School

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Influenza<br />

A highly contagious infection affecting the respiratory tract usually lasting three to<br />

five days but can last as long as ten days to two weeks. Symptoms comprise fever,<br />

headache, aching all over, tiredness and poor appetite.<br />

Indicated Herbs Use<br />

Anise<br />

A tea will bring comfort to the lungs and throat through<br />

the stimulation of mucous.<br />

Catnip Helps reduce fever and has a calming effect.<br />

Echinacea Will fortify the immune system.<br />

Elderberry Lessens the length of symptoms.<br />

Ephedra Opens the bronchioles.<br />

Great antibacterial, but because fever means the patient<br />

Garlic<br />

will be sweating a lot can create a rather pungent<br />

environment.<br />

Ginger Root A tea will ease a sore throat and congestion.<br />

Tilden Flower Eases sore throats as well as aches and pains.<br />

Insect Bites<br />

Please Note: The following remedies are for mild stings and bites they are not<br />

indicated for the treatment of serious allergic reactions that require emergency<br />

treatment.<br />

Indicated Herbs Use<br />

Aloe Gel Soothes inflamed skin.<br />

Calendula Soothes sore skin.<br />

Citronella oil Used in garden torches or candles repel insects.<br />

Tea Tree oil Antiseptic.<br />

Insomnia<br />

Insomnia is the inability to sleep or not be able to get back to sleep for extended<br />

periods. Often a symptom of stress or underlying illness, serious prolonged cases<br />

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