Egyptian Herbs and Remedies
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Science<br />
Medicine<br />
<strong>Egyptian</strong> <strong>Herbs</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Remedies</strong><br />
Comparison Between <strong>Egyptian</strong> <strong>and</strong> Chinese Herbal<br />
Medicines<br />
Diseases <strong>Egyptian</strong> <strong>Herbs</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Remedies</strong> Chinese Herbal <strong>Remedies</strong><br />
Images<br />
Overview<br />
-Ancient <strong>Egyptian</strong> remedies<br />
consist of a limited number<br />
of cultivated herbs <strong>and</strong> plants<br />
-<strong>Egyptian</strong>s use simple recipes for<br />
medications, which were<br />
commonly added to common -Chinese remedies consist of a wide variety<br />
food in the form of spices <strong>and</strong> of thous<strong>and</strong>s of wild flowers <strong>and</strong> herbs<br />
drinks<br />
-These herbs were combined<br />
-<strong>Egyptian</strong> foods <strong>and</strong> herbs spread into complicated recipes <strong>and</strong> formulas for a<br />
to the rest of the world from large variety of medications<br />
antiquity, <strong>and</strong> became part -Every region of China had it's own set<br />
of universally known culinary of local herbal remedies <strong>and</strong> secrets, which<br />
ingredients<br />
did not spread outside it's borders<br />
-<strong>Egyptian</strong> herbs <strong>and</strong> medications -Until recently Chinese herbs were unknown<br />
can be considered as "healthy to the rest of the world, <strong>and</strong> though many are<br />
foods", though they are not very effective medications, others are<br />
efective medicines for acute poisonous <strong>and</strong> risky to take without medical<br />
diseases, they are safe to take <strong>and</strong> advice<br />
eat<br />
-According to Chinese clinical studies, these<br />
-While many ailments would herbal formulas that have been perfected<br />
have been difficult or impossible over the centuries, can greatly increase<br />
to treat, the <strong>Egyptian</strong>s were able the effectiveness of modern drug treatments,<br />
to treat many less serious<br />
conditions through the use of<br />
reduce their side-effects, <strong>and</strong> sometimes
conditions through the use of<br />
natural remedies. Many of the<br />
remedies are familiar, as they are<br />
used today as homeopathic<br />
remedies.<br />
reduce their side-effects, <strong>and</strong> sometimes<br />
replace them completely.<br />
Infections<br />
Diarrhea<br />
Honey - Carvings in temples, on<br />
sarcophagi <strong>and</strong> obelisks prove<br />
that bees <strong>and</strong> honey had a vital<br />
significance in the daily life of<br />
ancient <strong>Egyptian</strong>s<br />
- The Ebers Papyrus refers to the<br />
medicinal value of honey. Almost Coptis - A bitter underground stem usually<br />
all <strong>Egyptian</strong> medicines contained combined with other bitter-tasting herbs such<br />
honey, wine <strong>and</strong> milk<br />
as phellodendron, scutellaria <strong>and</strong> gardenia.<br />
- Due to it's antiseptic <strong>and</strong> - This herb was highly valued as a hard duty<br />
antifungal properties, honey was anti-microbial herb with a long history of use<br />
both used internally <strong>and</strong> in traditional Chinese medicine for treating<br />
externally, to soothe irritated gastrointestinal problems, gall bladder<br />
skin, <strong>and</strong> aid in the healing of inflammation, abdominal cramping, <strong>and</strong> to<br />
wounds <strong>and</strong> infections, control excessive bleeding.<br />
Doctors of ancient Egypt put this - In addition, the roots have been used in<br />
property of honey to work, preparations to relieve high fevers, sore<br />
treating open wounds with honey throats, used externally for cankersores,<br />
to prevent infection. This pinkeye, swollen gums, <strong>and</strong> skin eruptions.<br />
treatment is described in - Since coptis is such a bitter tasting herb, it<br />
the Edwin Smith Papyrus, <strong>and</strong> was often used to make pills or tablets.<br />
the method must have saved<br />
untold numbers of lives from<br />
deadly infections at pyramid<br />
work sites where scrapes, gashes,<br />
<strong>and</strong> cuts would have been<br />
common<br />
Acacia - The gum derived from<br />
the acacia tree was used for<br />
gastrointestinal, <strong>and</strong> urinary<br />
tracts diseases. It was often<br />
mixed with boiling water to form<br />
a mucilage, <strong>and</strong> provided a<br />
soothing coating to the digestive<br />
tract, especially in cases of<br />
gastritis <strong>and</strong> ulcers.<br />
Corainder -This herb <strong>and</strong> its<br />
seeds were commonly used by<br />
the <strong>Egyptian</strong>s, cori<strong>and</strong>er seeds<br />
Raspberry - leaves were used<br />
interchangeably with blackberry by the<br />
Ancient Chinese to stem diarrhea.<br />
have been found in ancient
Pain relief<br />
Sexual<br />
disorders<br />
Vitality<br />
have been found in ancient<br />
tombs, <strong>and</strong> is one of the first<br />
herbs mentioned in ancient<br />
scripts. Its <strong>Egyptian</strong> name is Alangium - A species of flowering plant<br />
Kuzbarah derived from the Greek commonly used in Chinese herbalism, where<br />
"Koris"<br />
it is considered to be one of the 50<br />
- It has pain relieving properties fundamental herbs<br />
<strong>and</strong> is useful for headaches, - It was used to relieve rheumatic conditions<br />
muscle pain <strong>and</strong> stiffness, <strong>and</strong> relieve pain in the lower back <strong>and</strong> knees<br />
arthritis <strong>and</strong> rheumatism. - Also used o treat numbness <strong>and</strong> bone<br />
- Cori<strong>and</strong>er essential oil was injuries, where a paste of the plant roots is<br />
known to remove toxins <strong>and</strong> applied to the area around dislocated bones to<br />
stimulate circulation. Rubbing it help them setting<br />
on the body eased muscular<br />
aches, pains <strong>and</strong> stiffness,<br />
including arthritis <strong>and</strong><br />
inflammatory conditions<br />
- The seeds were used as a paste<br />
for mouth ulceration <strong>and</strong> a<br />
poultice for other ulcers<br />
Fenugreek - Known today in<br />
Egypt as "Helba", the plant was<br />
highly regarded by Hippocrates,<br />
Dong quai - it was used to regulate the<br />
<strong>and</strong> is one of the oldest medicinal<br />
menstrual cycle <strong>and</strong> to treat menopausal<br />
herbs in ancient Egypt<br />
symptoms caused by the hormonal changes.<br />
- It was used to ease childbirth<br />
- The effect of the herb in treating menstrual<br />
<strong>and</strong> to increase milk flow.<br />
cramps is explained by the compounds that<br />
Mothers taking fenugreek usually<br />
help relax the muscle tissue <strong>and</strong> relieves<br />
notice an increase in milk flow<br />
pain.<br />
within three days<br />
- Dong Quai also stimulates the central<br />
- It was used by <strong>Egyptian</strong> women<br />
nervous system, which can remedy menstrual<br />
to ease menstrual pain <strong>and</strong><br />
weakness <strong>and</strong> headaches.<br />
problems. The antiviral<br />
- The use of this herb was mostly found in<br />
properties of this herb have been<br />
tea, herbal preparations, capsules <strong>and</strong><br />
touted for reducing mucus <strong>and</strong><br />
extracts.<br />
relieving inflammation.<br />
- Additionally, it was used to<br />
treat male impotence<br />
Garlic - In ancient Egypt, the<br />
workers who had to build the<br />
great pyramids were fed their<br />
daily share of garlic to give them<br />
the vitality <strong>and</strong> strength to carry<br />
on <strong>and</strong> perform well<br />
Hibiscus - In Egypt common<br />
hibiscus is used to treat coughs<br />
Ginseng - Most Chinese medicine herbs are<br />
used to strengthen the body, Ginseng which<br />
was used for well over 2000 years to help<br />
boost energy, reduce stress <strong>and</strong> increase<br />
endurance.<br />
by placing extracts from the plant Liquorice - used to treat coughs <strong>and</strong> colds,
Respiratory<br />
disorders<br />
Cardiovascular<br />
problems<br />
Stomach<br />
Disorders<br />
Skin diseases<br />
Eye diseases<br />
by placing extracts from the plant<br />
in the patient's bath or in water<br />
used for steam inhalations.<br />
Raw garlic was also routinely<br />
given to asthmatics <strong>and</strong> to those<br />
suffering from bronchialpulmonary<br />
complaints<br />
Onion - The Ancient <strong>Egyptian</strong>s<br />
worshipped it, believing that its<br />
spherical shape <strong>and</strong> concentric<br />
rings symbolized eternal life<br />
Onions were eaten to help<br />
combat heart diseases, inhibit<br />
strokes <strong>and</strong> lower cholesterol.<br />
Caraway - the seeds of this herb<br />
were considered useful in<br />
strengthening the functions of<br />
stomach, <strong>and</strong> relieving intestinal<br />
gases<br />
Henna - Besides being used as a<br />
dye, Henna was employed both<br />
internally <strong>and</strong> locally in jaundice,<br />
leprosy, smallpox, <strong>and</strong> affections<br />
of the skin<br />
It was used to create an instant<br />
scab to close open wounds on<br />
large areas due to it's antiseptic<br />
properties, <strong>and</strong> as a cooling agent<br />
for burning of skins.<br />
Castor Oil - Beans of this plant<br />
have been found in ancient<br />
<strong>Egyptian</strong> tombs dating back to<br />
4000 BC According to the Ebers<br />
Papyrus<br />
- <strong>Egyptian</strong> doctors used castor oil<br />
to protect the eyes from irritation<br />
<strong>and</strong> dryness<br />
Liquorice - used to treat coughs <strong>and</strong> colds,<br />
since powdered liquorice root is an effective<br />
expectorant<br />
- This sweet herb was combined with a<br />
formula of other herbs <strong>and</strong> taken as a tea<br />
Motherwort - one of the Ancient Chinese<br />
herbal remedies thought to extend life.<br />
Modern studies suggest that is possible as it<br />
has been shown to strengthen heart<br />
functioning & reduce hypertension.<br />
This bitter Chinese healing herb was taken as<br />
a tea<br />
Cardamom was primarily used to alleviate<br />
stomach aches, particularly to help soothe<br />
indigestion <strong>and</strong> excess abdominal gas<br />
It was also used as an antidote for both snake<br />
<strong>and</strong> scorpion venom bite.<br />
Wolfberry - Many herbs were beneficial to<br />
the skin <strong>and</strong> are used both internally <strong>and</strong><br />
externally for this purpose.<br />
Wolfberry leaves traditionally used to<br />
improve complexion, remove heat, remove<br />
toxins <strong>and</strong> preventing scar formation<br />
Modern studies show that indeed phenolic<br />
amides isolated from wolfberry root bark<br />
have inhibitory activity in vitro against<br />
human pathogenic bacteria <strong>and</strong> fungi<br />
The most popular Chinese formula that is<br />
considered to be herbs for eyes is the<br />
combination of Wolfberry, chrysanthemum,<br />
<strong>and</strong> rehmannia. The wolfberry herb was<br />
considered to be the primary vision tonic in<br />
Chinese herbalism <strong>and</strong> its tiny red, sweet<br />
berry shaped like an eye, its fruit is said to be<br />
rich in vitamin C <strong>and</strong> riboflavin. Modern<br />
studies show that this herb contains very high<br />
beta carotene that is known to nourish <strong>and</strong><br />
rejuvenate the eyes.