Herb
Treatment Support
anti-inflammatory, vulnerary
Application
1 cup infusion or droppersful tincture, 2-3 times daily
Inflammation
Inflammation is one of the body’s immune response to infection and is characterized by redness, swelling, heat and pain. Arthritis, chronic irritable bowel syndromes, and hepatitis are all associated with chronic inflammation.
Treatment Plan for Inflammation
In Chinese medicine, inflammation is associated with either "Heat" or "Fire," depending on the severity. This heat is caused by an increase in metabolism and blood flow. This increased blood flow brings more immune fighters into the area of infection and carries off the waste products. Herbal therapies include antiinflammatory herbs, antibacterial herbs, and "heat-clearing" herbs. Ice and cold water compresses can also be used.
Herbal Remedies for Inflammation
Herb
Treatment Support
Application
Herb
Treatment Support
anti-inflammatory, analgesic
Application
3-5 droppersful tincture, 1 cup infusion, several times daily
Herb
Treatment Support
anti-inflammatory, demulcent
Application
1 cup decoction, 3-4 times daily; 3-5 capsules, 3-5 times daily
Herb
Treatment Support
antiinflammatory
Application
tincture, extract in capsules
Related Inflammation conditions
Additional Ailment
Herb
Application
No additional ailments found.
The information given here is designed to help you make informed choices about your health. The information is drawn from numerous sources—both traditional medicine practice, from the clinical experience of many herbalists currently practicing, and supported by decades of scientific research from the author. The research most consulted includes human clinical trials that help to determine the most effective and safe herbs for various needs, the best doses, and types of preparations.
The information offered in this database is not intended as a substitute for any that may have been prescribed by your health practitioner or physician.
