uncommonHERBS 50 mg of a zinc complex, or a placebo, for three months. The dosage was two capsules three times per day, after meals. The treatments were then crossed over. Compared with placebo, the herb combination significantly reduced the severity of pain and the disability score. Use 1 gram per day in capsules. If using a standardized extract containing a high proportion of curcumin, the dose is 1,500 mg of total curcumin content per day. Fennel Seed Fennel seed is probably the world’s most effective gas remedy, even for kids. In one study, parents gave their infants a fennel preparation. The 121 colicky infants randomly received 5 to 20 ml of a 0.1 percent fennel seed oil emulsion, or placebo, up to four times daily, for one week. Parents kept symptom diaries for the week, as well as the week before and the week after. The kids taking the fennel formula had a significant 45 percent decrease in colic symptoms, compared to a 5 percent symptom drop from the placebo. Overall, fennel eliminated 65 percent of the colic. Another study looked at 93 healthy breastfed infants with colic. For seven days, they consumed a dose of fennel mixture twice daily before breastfeeding. Crying time dropped in 85.4 percent of infants in the fennel group, compared to 48.9 percent for placebo. And a 2017 meta-analysis of 14 trials with 1,927 participants found many preparations of fennel to be effective in infantile colic. fennel seeds Gotu Kola Gotu kola (Centella asiatica), also called Mandukaparni, is a mainstay of herbal medicine in Ayurveda. Widely considered a superior herb for the nervous system, gotu kola has a host of benefits. In Ayurveda, this herb is called “brahmi,” which means “godlike,” a reference to its anti-aging properties. Gotu kola strengthens memory, concentration, and intelligence, and stabilizes mood. Recently, a study out of Korea shows that constituents of gotu kola show potential for enhancing cognition and memory in advancing age, a very promising direction. Since gotu kola is basically a mild salad vegetable, the dose can be very high. Many people use a modest dose of 1 gram per day in capsules for daily rejuvenation. Try a cup of gotu kola tea with honey before meditation. Dandelion Root A famous liver-supportive herb, dandelion root does double duty as a digestionenhancing bitter and a super detox remedy that also acts to increase bile flow. Take dandelion root as tea, tincture, or capsules. Three thousand milligrams per day is a good dose. You might enjoy roasted dandelion root, brewed as a delicious coffee substitute. dandelion root He Shou Wu Once it has been boiled in a special black bean liquid, he shou wu (Polygonum multiflorum) root is considered a superior Chinese medicine. Sometimes this herb is incorrectly known as “fo-ti” in America. He shou wu is a major stamina tonic that supports healthy cholesterol and strengthens the heart. The action is long-term and very food-like. He shou wu can be cooked into food, or even prepared as a stew. Use a small daily dose, around 5 grams, for maintenance. Triphala Triphala, an Ayurvedic combination of the fruits amalaki, haritaki, and bibhitaki, is the classic herbal remedy for long-term digestive help. It tones the intestinal walls, detoxifies the system, and promotes easy evacuation. Triphala is suitable for children and is ideal for older folks who need just a little daily help with regularity. As a short-term laxative to detox the colon, use 6 grams per day. An easy bowel movement comes in about 8 hours. more at betternutrition.com Browse our collection of turmeric recipes. A few of our favorites: Turmeric-Spiced Shrimp Over Yellow Squash Indian Chicken Bowl with Turmeric “Rice” Turmeric, Cayenne, and Lemon Shot Sweet Turmeric Twister Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa, DN-C, RH, specializes in Ayurveda and herbalism, and has more than 40 years of experience in holistic medicine. Visit him online at kpkhalsa.com. 22 • JULY AUGUST <strong>2019</strong> <strong>2019</strong>
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