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Detoxification HerbsThe focus of cleansing with herbs is to promote healing by eliminating toxins from the organs and systems of the body. This purification process begins by using aromatic and bitter herbs that initiate purging of body systems. Herbalists then revitalize the systems with toning, soothing, and strengthening herbs. Thousands of herbs have medicinal properties. Herbalists know the strengths and weaknesses of these herbs and can dependably predict their action on a given person. There are around 100 herbs that are commonly used, but most herbalists regularly use fewer than 25 herbs. AromatherapyEssential oils affect many body systems, and many conditions can benefit from aromatherapy. The lightest, fastest-acting essential oils are useful in cases of lethargy, apathy, or depression. They counteract physical heaviness and can be used in situation of shock caused by physical or emotional trauma. Medium-density essences affect the metabolism and functions of the body. The heavier oils, gums, and resins act on the mucous membranes and are valuable for treating chronic conditions. Nervous conditions respond well to these essences. Be sure that you purchase good-quality essential oils that have not been diluted. True essential oils are extremely concentrated, and dilution is mandatory before using them. HomeopathyHomeopathic remedies are useful detoxification aids and are suggested as treatment for many different toxic exposures, including radiation, surgery, chemotherapy, and insect or snake bites. Homeopathic remedies reduce the toxic effects of many different conditions, including diarrhea and emotional trauma. They also help to strengthen organs such as the liver, the major organ of detoxification. Simple acute conditions can easily be treated with homeopathic remedies by the lay person. Seek the help of a qualified homeopathic practitioner if your health problem is chronic, complicated, or severe. Bach Flower RemediesDeveloped by Dr. Edward Bach (1886-1936), the Bach Flower Remedies were probably inspired by homeopathy. His remedies are similar to homeopathic remedies in that they are dilute, natural, and gentle, but they do not require potentization nor do they work according to the Law of Similars. Bach used his flower remedies to relieve mental stress and heal attitudes. He believed that the basic cause of disease was disharmony between the spiritual and mental aspects of a human being. Bach considered that his remedies comforted, soothed, and relieved cares and anxieties, bringing the person nearer to the divinity within, enabling divinity within to heal the body. Bach felt that a good doctor could recognize disease on the basis of moods and attitude before it had physical manifestations; he treated disease while it was still at the energy level. Bach felt that the person, rather than the disease, was the key and that the mental and emotional aspect of the person guided the practitioner to the remedy for the body. He took no notice of the nature of the disease, but treated the individual. As health improved, the disease left. The Bach Flower Remedy repertoire contains 38 easily understood remedies. These remedies provide the stimulus to bring the mind and spirit into balance, allowing the body to heal. They work well for chronic illness, but can also be used for acute illnesses. Some of the remedies work deeply to treat the root causes of the problem, while others treat superficially, alleviating immediate symptoms. They can cure some illnesses before they manifest physically. All of the remedies have both positive and negative aspects, and deal with both positive and negative emotions and state of mind. However, because an unwanted condition is usually being treated, the remedies are linked with the negative aspect. Even so, the positive side of the remedy does exert influence on the person. The remedies work well alone, but can be used in conjunction with any orthodox treatment or added to any prescription.
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