Golden Seal Nature's Antibiotic
Paulina Jenkins
Golden Seal is a North American native herb growing in the Appalachian Mountains region. The American Indian tribes of Kickapoo, Catawba, Cherokee and Iroquois used the Golden Seal root as an herbal remedy for centuries. They used this herb as an insect repellent and for treating inflamed or sore mouth and eyes. In the 1600s in the early pioneers of Kentucky and Ohio adopted the use of this herb from the native Indians.
This plant has golden yellow colored root with scars that look similar to that of the seal. Hence it is named Golden Seal. Other names for this herb are eye root, yellow puccoon, eye balm, ground raspberry and yellow root. It is the root of this plant that possesses the medicinal properties. Golden Seal is a member of the buttercup or crowfoot family.
Golden Seal is Nature's powerful antibiotic for fighting infection and virus. It is an effective treatment for colds and flu when combined with Echinacea. The antibacterial properties of Golden Seal make it a powerful treatment for tonsillitis, sinus infections, liver disorders and urinary infections.
Golden Seal aids the digestive system by promoting strong digestion and increases hydrochloric acid production. It is an effective treatment for all kinds of stomach problems. Dysentery, indigestion, chronic gastritis, colitis and ulcers are some of these complaints.
Golden Seal is a potent herb for treating herpes sores, mouth and gum sores, denture sores and fever blisters. Golden Seal can be mixed with olive oil into an ear drop to treat earache. Eye wash made from strained Golden Seal tea is excellent for pink eyes and other eye disorders. A tincture of Golden seal mixed with witch hazel is an effective cure for ringworm, eczema, itching and other skin disorders. This herb also makes a powerful douche for Candida yeast infections.
Golden Seal is an alternative medicine for many other ailments. Golden Seal can cleanse the body of foreign organisms. Many alternative healthcare and holistic practitioners use Golden Seal to treat drug addictions. It is a preferred remedy for Malaria because it does not have any of the side effects of the drug Quinine. Golden Seal is natural insulin and can regulate blood sugar level. The laxative action of this herb makes it useful for treating habitual constipation. Golden Seal also alleviates nausea in pregnant women, breast swelling and pain.
Golden Seal is available as tablets, capsules, tincture and tea. Standard dosage is 250 to 500 mg three times a day. It does not have any side effects when the recommended dosage is taken. Do not take Golden Seal for more than a period of two weeks.
For those who suffer from low blood sugar (Hypoglycaemia) or high blood pressure Golden Seal is not recommended. Pregnant or nursing women must avoid using this herb. It must not be taken for a long period without break. Golden Seal could be poisonous and unsafe if too much is consumed. Stomach cramps, anxiety, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and sensitive to sunlight are some of the side effects. Golden Seal can affect the effectiveness of some prescription drugs.
Today in United States Golden Seal remains one of the most popular herbs. It is a very sensitive plant that can take up to five years to mature. The demand far exceeds the supplies and this herb is also therefore one of the most costly herbal products. The herbal medicine industry has accepted Golden Seal as a natural antibiotic and a booster for the immune system.
About the Author: Paulina Jenkins has a blog on the use of different alternative medicine. http://www.alternativemedicineviews.blogspot.com/ Golden Seal is an herb known for its antibiotic properties. http://www.alternativemedicineviews.blogspot.com/ Golden Seal has become the preferred remedy for Malaria
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