KEMET Science

Respiratory
disorders
Cardiovascular
problems
Stomach
Disorders
Skin diseases
Eye diseases
by placing extracts from the plant
in the patient's bath or in water
used for steam inhalations.
Raw garlic was also routinely
given to asthmatics and to those
suffering from bronchialpulmonary
complaints
Onion - The Ancient Egyptians
worshipped it, believing that its
spherical shape and concentric
rings symbolized eternal life
Onions were eaten to help
combat heart diseases, inhibit
strokes and lower cholesterol.
Caraway - the seeds of this herb
were considered useful in
strengthening the functions of
stomach, and relieving intestinal
gases
Henna - Besides being used as a
dye, Henna was employed both
internally and locally in jaundice,
leprosy, smallpox, and affections
of the skin
It was used to create an instant
scab to close open wounds on
large areas due to it's antiseptic
properties, and as a cooling agent
for burning of skins.
Castor Oil - Beans of this plant
have been found in ancient
Egyptian tombs dating back to
4000 BC According to the Ebers
Papyrus
- Egyptian doctors used castor oil
to protect the eyes from irritation
and dryness
Liquorice - used to treat coughs and colds,
since powdered liquorice root is an effective
expectorant
- This sweet herb was combined with a
formula of other herbs and taken as a tea
Motherwort - one of the Ancient Chinese
herbal remedies thought to extend life.
Modern studies suggest that is possible as it
has been shown to strengthen heart
functioning & reduce hypertension.
This bitter Chinese healing herb was taken as
a tea
Cardamom was primarily used to alleviate
stomach aches, particularly to help soothe
indigestion and excess abdominal gas
It was also used as an antidote for both snake
and scorpion venom bite.
Wolfberry - Many herbs were beneficial to
the skin and are used both internally and
externally for this purpose.
Wolfberry leaves traditionally used to
improve complexion, remove heat, remove
toxins and preventing scar formation
Modern studies show that indeed phenolic
amides isolated from wolfberry root bark
have inhibitory activity in vitro against
human pathogenic bacteria and fungi
The most popular Chinese formula that is
considered to be herbs for eyes is the
combination of Wolfberry, chrysanthemum,
and rehmannia. The wolfberry herb was
considered to be the primary vision tonic in
Chinese herbalism and its tiny red, sweet
berry shaped like an eye, its fruit is said to be
rich in vitamin C and riboflavin. Modern
studies show that this herb contains very high
beta carotene that is known to nourish and
rejuvenate the eyes.