Re: energy/thyroid plants/roots/homeopathy info

[Robert <http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert>]

Thanks for the info.

I'll mull it all over.

 > From: marnie br <http://www.gmail.com/~369marnie>
 > Date: Mon, 21 Mar 2011 15:32:23 -0400
 >
 > For Whom Rhodiola rosea
 > Rhodiola has been used in connection with fatigue, mental performance
 > and athletic performance (to improve endurance). The Russian medicine
 > has traditionally given Rhodiola rosea to its cosmonauts, soldiers,
 > sportsmen and ageing political leaders as an effective anti-aging
 > medicine. Russian Rhodiola helped them to improve cognitive functions
 > and physical performance.
 > Prevention of development of fatigue, asthenic states, catarrhal
 > seasonal diseases;
 > Use in comprehensive therapy for treatment of neuroses, depression,
 > hypotension, and other diseases;
 > Restoration of health following recently endured communicable and
 > somatic diseases;
 > Increased bodily resistance to physical and mental overloads, and
 > negative environmental effects;
 > In sport - improved performance, resistance to strain, restoration of
 > strength with increased physical loads;
 > Prevention of alcohol and drug addiction;
 > For elderly and aged persons;
 > It may be successfully taken by drivers, flight personnel, traffic
 > controllers, as well as other professional cohorts of people
 > occupationally engaged in work requiring increased attention.
 > Dosage
 > The usual amounts taken are 200 to 600 mg per day of a Rhodiola rosea
 > extract standardized to contain 2-3% rosavins and 0.8-1% salidroside.
 > (10) The nonstandardized amount would be 1 gram of the root three
 > times daily (usually 5-6 tablets per day), the amount for the
 > alcoholic extract (40% alcohol) is 5 to 40 drops (0.5 - 1 teaspoon)
 > two to three times per day and for the tea from Rhodiola rosea roots
 > is 1 - 2 cap per day. Rhodiola is usually taken with water before
 > meals or at mealtimes. Please note, that Rhodiola has a more
 > stimulating effect at lower amounts, and a more sedating effect at
 > higher amounts.
 > Rhodiola tea and alcoholic extract
 > Methods of preparation
 > 
 > Side effect and contraindications
 > Rhodiola has been the subject of many clinical studies. No side
 > effects or interactions have been reported. Animal studies indicate
 > that rhodiola has a low level of toxicity. (10) Don't take rhodiola
 > during pregnancy or while breast-feeding. There is no information
 > available about the safety of rhodiola in pregnancy or lactation.
 > Insomnia may be a risk with high doses of rhodiola. A high dose is
 > considered to be daily intakes of 1,500 to 2,000 mg and above of a
 > Rhodiola rosea standardized extract.
 > There are no well-known drug or nutrient interactions associated with
 > Rhodiola rosea. However, much remains to be learned about this herb
 > and how it may interact with other adaptogens, such as Siberian
 > ginseng, as well as with other dietary supplements.
 > 
 > Rhodiola or Ginseng?
 > Rhodiola rosea (Russian Rhodiola) has all the advantages of Ginseng
 > and Eleutherococcus but lacks the tendency to cause over-excitement
 > that may sometimes occur with ginseng, or constipation as sometimes
 > occurs with eleutherococcus. Russian Rhodiola is FIVE times less
 > potentially toxic, than Panax ginseng.
 > 
 > Russian or Chinese? Be Careful!
 > Very precise analytical tests done by HPLC did confirm, that only
 > Rhodiola rosea of Russian origin contains key active components:
 > Rosavin, Rosarin, Rosin. Often so-called Rhodiola rosea formulas, sold
 > in the United States (such as "Tibetan" Rhodiola or "Chinese"
 > Rhodiola) contain no activity at all, as these formulas lack the key
 > ingredient Rosavins while they are high in Salidroside. Only Rhodiola
 > rosea of Russian origin (West and North Siberia) has the highest
 > pharmacological activity and contains key active components ROSAVIN,
 > ROSARIN, ROSIN and SALIDROSIDE. While so-called Tibetan Rhodiola and
 > Rhodiola rosea of Chinese origin very often do not have enough potency
 > and contains only SALIDROSIDE. Compare content of key substances in
 > dry roots: Chinese Rhodiola often has no activity at all, but there
 > are other species of Rhodiola that are predomin-ating in China, such
 > as Tibetan Rhodiola, Rhodiola quadrifida, Rhodiola kirilowii, Rhodiola
 > heterodonta and many others. For the best quality of Rhodiola rosea
 > click here
 > 
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 > also there is a homeopathic remedy for thyroid: apo-STRUM oral drops
 > for thyroid dysfunction: by PEKANA made in Germany (made from plants)
 > let me know if you are interested and/or want to know more about it;
 > the list of plants is extensive so I will send them only if you want
 > to know more!
 > 
 > LOVE AND PEACE, namaste'  ----------Marnie
 > 

 > From: marnie br <http://www.gmail.com/~369marnie>
 > Date: Mon, 21 Mar 2011 15:22:40 -0400
 >
 > Eleuthero Root is considered an "adaptogen" in that it normalizes
 > bodily functions during stressful or other situations that might alter
 > those functions, helping the body to adapt and return to an overall
 > sense of well-being. The herb contains active chemical ingredients
 > called eleutherosides, which appear to inhibit the stress response by
 > reducing the activity of the adrenal cortex and is an immune system
 > stimulant that is especially useful for preventing infection during
 > times of intense physical activity.  Its stress-fighting and
 > depression-relieving capacities have made it useful in the treatment
 > of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD).
 > 
 > Eleuthero Root has been known to support the body by helping the liver
 > detoxify harmful toxins and products of radiation exposure.
 > Preliminary studies in Russia have confirmed the use of the herb for
 > people undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatments to help
 > alleviate side effects.  In human studies the herb has been
 > successfully used to treat bone marrow suppression caused by
 > chemotherapy or radiation.
 > 
 > Some researchers claim that Eleuthero Root increases the synthesis of
 > interferon, a powerful chemical that boosts immune system activity,
 > literally interfering with every stage of viral infection.  It has
 > also been known to stimulate the activity of several immune-system
 > components, including the B- and T-cells that attack bacteria, making
 > it useful in treating many kinds of infection.  Eleuthero is said to
 > combat respiratory infections and has been used to treat bronchitis
 > and chronic lung ailments.
 > 
 > In Chinese Traditional Medicine (TCM), Eleuthero Root has been used to
 > treat rheumatic diseases and heart ailments.  The herb is thought to
 > reduce cholesterol, lower blood pressure and restore cardiovascular
 > health.
 > 
 > Many claim that Eleuthero Root helps to increase circulation and thus
 > aids in restoring memory, concentration and mental clarity, which may
 > be impaired by poor blood supply to the brain.
 > 
 > Eleuthero Root has been known to ease depression symptoms by directly
 > balancing serotonin, dopamine, epinephrine and norepinephrine, the
 > brain chemicals that determine mood.
 > 
 > Eleuthero Root may also be useful when the HPA
 > (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis) is depleted, symptoms of which
 > include fatigue, stress, neurasthenia and sore muscles associated with
 > the hypofunctioning of an underactive endocrine system.
 > 
 > Recent evidence suggests that Eleuthero Root may prove valuable in the
 > long-term management of various diseases of the immune system,
 > including HIV, chronic fatigue syndrome and other autoimmune
 > illnesses.
 > 
 > In men, Eleuthero Root appears to stimulate the body's production of
 > testosterone and thus may be helpful in increasing sex drive and
 > fighting impotence.
 > 
 > Russian athletes have been using Eleuthero Root for years for
 > consistent training, quicker reflexes, better stamina and increased
 > energy levels.  It is favored by many athletes, who maintain that it
 > prevents them from getting sick and becoming run down through heavy
 > training and will actually improve an athleteâ??s overall training,
 > promote more consistent training, quicken reflexes and lower race
 > times.  Moreover, after strenuous workouts, the use of Eleuthero has
 > been said to help restore a feeling of well being with less fatigue.
 > 
 > Eleuthero Root is also said to reduce â??burnâ?? after workouts.  It is
 > believed to resist stress, and during a stressful situation, the
 > adrenal glands release corticosteroids and adrenaline, which initiate
 > the â??fight-or-flightâ?? response.  When these hormones are depleted, the
 > body reaches an exhausted phase, but the herb delays the exhausted
 > phase and allows a more efficient release of the hormones.
 > 
 > Chinese healers believe that Eleuthero Root is an herbal sedative and
 > one of the best remedies for insomnia.
 > 
 > Recommended Dosage:
 > Take two (2) capsules, two (2) to three (3) times each day with water
 > at mealtimes.
 > 
 > Contraindications:
 > Men with prostate disorders should not use Eleuthero Root Herbal
 > Supplement, as it contains compounds that may stimulate testosterone
 > production.  Pregnant and nursing women may use it but should avoid
 > products that also contain Panax Ginseng.  Anyone taking digoxin
 > (Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin) for congestive heart failure or cardiac
 > arrhythmia should seek the advice of a health-care professional before
 > taking Eleuthero.  Patients with hypertension should not consume
 > Eleuthero Root.  Rare side effects have been reported: Insomnia,
 > drowsiness, nervousness, tachycardia, headache, hypoglycemia.
 > 
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