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PDR for Herbal Medicines Joerg Gruenwald, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

The liquid extract and the pressed juice of fresh plantain herb possess proven bacteriostatic and bactericidal effects due to the tannin content. INDICATIONS AND USAGE ¦ Common cold ¦ Cough/bronchitis ¦ Fevers and colds ¦ Inflammation of the mouth and pharynx ¦ Inflammation of the skin ¦ Tendency to infection Plantain is used internally for catarrh of the respiratory tract and inflammatory alterations of the oral and pharyngeal mucosa. Externally, it is used for inflammatory reactions of the skin.

Food Plants of the World: An illustrated guide Ben-Erik van Wyk See book keywords and concepts

A, K, Bl, B2, B6, Bio, C, Fol, Nic, Pan Pithecellobium dulce; Fabaceae; Manila tamarind, opiuma CAm fruit Pithecellobium lobatum; Fabaceae TrAs fruits, leaves Plantago lanceolata; Plantaginaceae; plantain, ribwort plantain Eu, As leaves 19 2.23 0.42 1.43 C Plantago major; Plantaginaceae; broadleaf plantain Eu, As leaves 24 3.41 0.42 1.

The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide Brigitte Mars, A.H.G. See book keywords and concepts

Family Plantaginaceae (Plantain Family) Etymology The genus name Plantago, from which the common name plantain derives, is an old French adaptation of the Latin word planta, meaning "sole of the foot," in reference to the plant's broad leaves.

Plantain leaf clears heat and toxins, reduces inflammation, deters infection, promotes tissue repair, and soothes irritated mucous membranes.

A nettle sting can be soothed with a poultice of yellow dock or plantain or even the juice of the nettle plant itself (but good luck obtaining this without getting many more stings). However, you can learn to love the sting. I admit to collecting nettles barehanded with a pair of scissors and a paper bag. The arthritis I was developing twenty years ago has now become a thing of the past—and I attribute its disappearance to nettle stings.

PDR for Herbal Medicines Joerg Gruenwald, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

Other Names: plantain, Fleaseed, Flea Wort, Psyllion, Psyllios ACTIONS AND PHARMACOLOGY COMPOUNDS Mucilages (10-12%, chiefly arabinoxylans) Iridoide monoterpenes: aucubin EFFECTS Regulation of intestinal peristalsis. Constipation: a decrease of the passage time of the bowel content through an increase in volume of the stool, effects an expansive reflex and, as a result, a stimulated intestinal peristalsis. Diarrhea: can normalize the passage time of the bowel content through water bonding.

The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide Brigitte Mars, A.H.G. See book keywords and concepts

Sea vegetables such as kelp and dulse are good examples of the salty taste, as are the herb nettle and plantain. Temperature The temperature here refers not to degrees on a thermometer but rather to the activity of a plant: Does it heat the body, like ginger? Or does it cool the body, like peppermint? In hot conditions, such as inflammation or fever, cooling plants may be called for. In cold conditions, such as poor circulation, warming plants may be called for. I must admit that at this time not everyone can agree on whether an herb is cold, cool, neutral, warm, or hot.

Fundamentals of Pharmacognosy and Phytotherapy Dr. Michael Heinrich, Joanne Barnes, Simon Gibbons and Elizabeth M. Williamson See book keywords and concepts

B (Psyllii semen) The plants and the drugs The ripe, dark to bright brown, shiny, elliptical to ovate seeds (2-3 mm long) are obtained from two species of the plantain family (Plantaginaceae). Plantago psyllium (=Plantago afra L., fleawort, black or dark psyllium, plantain) and P. arenaria (=P. indica, fleawort, plantain) yield very useful and commonly used emollients and bulk laxatives which help in maintaining a regular bowel movement. The seeds are narrower and somewhat smaller than ispaghula seeds. An essential characteristic of high-quality material is a high swelling factor.

The New Whole Foods Encyclopedia: A Comprehensive Resource for Healthy Eating Rebecca Wood See book keywords and concepts

Buying Do not be intimidated by a black or brown peel: As the plantain ripens, it darkens. A ripe plantain is not hard; it has give like a banana and a sweet flavor. Avoid any that are cracked or overly soft. They are available in Asian and Latino markets and, increasingly, in supermarkets, natural food stores, and greengrocers. Store plantains at room temperature and do not refrigerate unless absolutely soft (refrigeration stops their ripening). Plantains are available year-round. See Banana; Tropical Fruit. Pleurotte See Oyster Mushroom.

PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition Thomson Healthcare, Inc. See book keywords and concepts

Other Names: plantain, Fleaseed, Flea Wort, Psyllion, Psyllios actions and pharmacology COMPOUNDS Mucilages (only in the epidermis of the seed coat, 10-12%): chiefly arabinoxylans Iridoids: aucubin (0.14%) Pyrridine alkaloids: boschniakines, including plantagonine, indicaine, indicainine Proteic substances Fatty oil EFFECTS The mucins are laxative and antidiarrheal; they regulate intestinal peristalsis through the swelling effect. indications and usage Approved by Commission Ei ¦ Diarrhea ¦ Constipation Psyllium Seed is used internally for constipation and diarrhea.

The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide Brigitte Mars, A.H.G. See book keywords and concepts

It can be employed as a poultice or compress in the treatment of bee stings, boils, bruises, burns, eczema, hemorrhoids, insect bites and stings, mastitis, poison ivy/oak, ringworm, snakebite, splinters, sunburn, swelling, toothache, ulcers, and wounds. plantain can also be made into a gargle to treat a sore throat or an eyewash to treat blepharitis and conjunctivitis. It can be used as a hair rinse for dandruff, a douche for leukorrhea and vaginitis, a wash for irritated eyes, and an enema for intestinal infection.

PDR for Herbal Medicines Joerg Gruenwald, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

Characteristics: Water plantain has a bitter taste in root-stock. It is poisonous when fresh. Habitat: The plant is distributed widely throughout Europe, northern Asia, and North America. Other Names: Mad-Dog Weed ACTIONS AND PHARMACOLOGY COMPOUNDS Triterpenes: including: alisol-A, alisol-B, alisol-C and their monoacetates Sesquiterpenes Flavone sulfate Caffeic acid derivatives: chlorogenic acid sulfate EFFECTS No information is available. INDICATIONS AND USAGE The drug is used for diseases of the bladder and urinary tract.

Production: plantain herb consists of the fresh or dried above-ground parts of Plantago lanceolata, harvested at flowering season. Not To Be Confused With: The similar Digitalis-lanata leaves.

Healing with Plants in the American and Mexican West Margarita Artschwager Kay See book keywords and concepts

Seri; woolly plantain, English Plantago major L. lanten, llanten, northwestern New Spain; roro, Tarahumara; saxh malk, Paipai; lanten, llanten, Spanish Plantago mexicana Link acaxilotl, Aztec Plantago spp. plantaine, Renaissance English; sinakali, lanten, Tepehuan; dud'rum, Mountain Pima; yerba del pastor, Tarahumara; lanten, llanten, Spanish; psyllium, English Plantains are small herbaceous plants with leaves surrounding a central stalk of tiny white flowers. These plants should not be confused with large starchy bananas (Musa paradisiaca L.), which are also called plantains.

The Healing Foods: The Ultimate Authority on the Curative Power of Nutrition Patricia Hausman & Judith Benn Hurley See book keywords and concepts

Calories per Gram Amount Needed to Food of Fiber Provide 1 Gram of Fiber Cabbage, boiled 3 Vio cup Orange 18 Ya small fruit Plantain, boiled 19 Vio cup Apple 23 Vi small fruit Whole meal bread 25 ¥5 slice Potato, boiled 79 Yi potato White bread 87 1 Ya slices Baked Mashed plantain, Caribbean Style Preheat the oven to 400° F. Use a sharp paring knife to peel and slice plantains, then steam over boiling water until tender, about 10 minutes. Place plantains in a food processor or blender and add milk, egg, chives, and jalapeflo.

Eat and Heal (Foods That Can Prevent or Cure Many Common Ailments) the Editors of FC&A Medical Publishing See book keywords and concepts

Pick a peek of plantain© For another healthy treat, try out banana's exotic relative, die plantain. This large, reddish-brown fruit looks like a banana, but claims to treat and even prevent ulcers. In animal studies, plantains caused the stomach lining to grow, It thickened, actually preventing new ulcers from forming, and covered over existingulcers, allowing them to Ileal ~- kind of like putting salve on a cut. You can buy plantains at most grocery stores, but don't eat them like a banana — they have to be cooked.

PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition Thomson Healthcare, Inc. See book keywords and concepts

Approved by Commission E: ¦ Common cold ¦ Cough/bronchitis ¦ Fevers and colds ¦ Inflammation of the mouth and pharynx ¦ Inflammation of the skin Unproven Uses: In folk medicine, the pressed juice of English plantain is used internally for conditions of the respiratory tract, cystitis, enuresis, liver disease, stomach cramps, diarrhea, and as a diuretic. Externally the plant is used for wounds, furuncles, conjunctivitis, and as a hemostyptic.

The Healing Foods: The Ultimate Authority on the Curative Power of Nutrition Patricia Hausman & Judith Benn Hurley See book keywords and concepts

Makes 4 servings PLANTAIN Yes, We Look Like Bananas 178 calories per cup (cooked) When confronted with a plantain for the first time, most people say, with some surprise, "Is that a banana?" Well, all that looks like a banana is not a banana. In both the culinary and the nutritional sense, the two have plenty of differences. Plantains score higher than bananas for vitamin A and potassium, although both are similarly low in fat and sodium. We'd like to focus on another aspect of plantains, though-their fiber content.

PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition Thomson Healthcare, Inc. See book keywords and concepts

Other Names: Mad-Dog Weed, Water plantain, Ze-Xie actions and pharmacology COMPOUNDS Triterpenes: including alisol-A, alisol-B, alisol-C and their monoacetates Sesquiterpenes (guaian type): alismol, alismol oxide Flavone sulfate Caffeic acid derivatives: chlorogenic acid sulfate EFFECTS No information is available. indications and usage Unproven Uses: Alisma is used for diseases of the bladder and urinary tract. Chinese Medicine: The drug is used to lower blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels; it is also used as a diuretic.

In East Africa and elsewhere, plantain is used to prepare a narcotic drink. indications and usage Unproven Uses: The drug is used for dyspepsia, gastrointestinal complaints, diabetes, scurvy, diarrhea, hypertension, and gout. Indian Medicine: Uses include worm disease, scabies, severe thirst, bronchitis, itching, kidney disease, pharyngalgia, and dysuria. Efficacy for these indications has not yet been proved. precautions and adverse reactions No health hazards are known in conjunction with the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages.

1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses Marshall Editions See book keywords and concepts

Depending on the individual case, other plants can be mixed with plantain when making a salve. For example, antifungal herbs can be added if the herbalist suspects that fungus may be an issue. Calendula and chamomile: These topical anti-inflammatory plants can calm the inflammation that is symptomatic of this disorder. Calendula and chamomile flowers are often made into creams that can be easily applied to an inflamed scalp. These plants are gentle enough in their action that they are safe for use on infants.

Buckhorn plantain is useful in treating allergic and non-allergic rhinitis, coughs, colds, flu, and fever. Infuse 2 g of herb in 1 cup of water and let it steep for 10 minutes. Drink 2 cups daily. > —I > ZO ZD 241 COMMON COLD DIAGNOSIS Colds affect everyone at one time or another, especially during the winter months, and it is usual to get at least two a year. A cold, one of the most common ailments, can be caused by over 200 different types of virus.

Other mucilaginous herbs: plantain, ribwort, and Irish moss are all useful in treating gastritis. These plants can be consumed as either capsules or cold water infusions; either way, they should be taken before meals to coat and protect the inflamed stomach lining. As with all demulcents, there may be the risk that they will inhibit the body's ability to absorb any other medication taken, so caution is advised. Take medicines either an hour before or several hours after the herb.

The Okinawa Diet Plan : Get Leaner, Live Longer, and Never Feel Hungry Bradley J. Willcox, M.D., D. Craig Willcox, Ph.D., Makoto Suzuki, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

OBAKO {Plantago asiatica; plantain, ribwort) The leaves of obako, or plantain, as it is commonly known in the West, have been one of Okinawa's traditional, popular green leafy vegetables. They are used in myriad dishes—especially soups and tempura. Obako should not be confused with the bananalike plants of the same plantain family (Plantaginaceae) that also grow throughout Okinawa. Weight and health benefits. As a traditional herbal medicine, the leaves of obako have been used to treat stomach troubles, kidney ailments, inflammation of the bladder and urinary tract, and coughs.

1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses Marshall Editions See book keywords and concepts

Herbs: Eyebright helps fight infection and dry up excess fluid; chamomile or fennel seeds also help fight infection; marigold soothes irritation; and plantain is astringent and soothing (the fresh leaves are the most effective plant part). To make a compress from any of these herbs dilute 5 drops of tincture in % cup water, or steep 1 tsp of the herb in 1 cup of hot water for 5-10 minutes before straining. Soak a clean cloth or piece of gauze in the solution and apply it to the eyes for 10 minutes three to four times a day.

The New Whole Foods Encyclopedia: A Comprehensive Resource for Healthy Eating Rebecca Wood See book keywords and concepts

Unlike the ubiquitous sweet banana, the plantain is never eaten raw. Health Benefits Plantains with yellow skins are high in vitamin A. They contain a fair amount of vitamin C, are an excellent source of potassium, and are high in calories. Plantains are cooling, reduce pitta, and soothe the intestines. When astringent in flavor, they also calm kapha; when sweet, they reduce vata. Use As with a banana, peel just prior to use, unless, of course, you wish to bake or grill it in its skin. To peel a plantain, cut off both ends, slit the peel along one side, and remove.

1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses Marshall Editions See book keywords and concepts

To treat hypertension accompanied by the sensation of being overheated, sweating or night sweats, and lower back ache: Combine 12 g of Shu Di Huang (Chinese foxglove cooked in wine), 12 g of Shan Zhu Yu (Asiatic cornelian cherry), 1 5 g of Shan Yao CO >- CO >-cc o I— < cc o_ CO (Chinese yam), 15 g of Fuling (poria), 12 g of Dan Pi (cortex of tree peony root), 12 g of Ze Xie (water plantain rhizome), 12 g of Zhi Mu (anemarrhena rhizome), 10 g of Huang Bai (phellodendron), 12 g of Guo Ji Zi (wolfberry), and 10 g of Ye Ju Hua (wild chrysanthemum flower).

Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me, 7th Edition Paula Begoun and Bryan Barron See book keywords and concepts

Plantago lanceolata /^/(buckhorn plantain). It is not recommended for any skin type. BABOR PHYTOACTIVE PRODUCTS © Phytoactive Base ($25for3.4 ounces) is designed for dry skin, but it irritates all skin due to its alcohol content and othet problematic ingredients such as peppermint and rosemary. ® Phytoactive Combination ($25for3.4 ounces) is similar to the Phytoactive Base above, but with a longer ingredient list and a different set of irritating plant extracts. It also contains a very good soothing agent, but any positive effect is canceled out by the effect of the irritating ingredients.

1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses Marshall Editions See book keywords and concepts

Formula three (for severe diarrhea): 10 g of Wu Mei (mume fruit), 15 g of Zhu Ling (polyporus sclerotium), 12 g of Ze Xie (water plantain rhizome), 12 g of Fuling (poria), and 15 g of Qian Shi (euryale seed). Acupuncture: Treatment may be effective for reducing pain and healing the cause of colitis. Consult a practitioner for a treatment plan. Acupressure: Using the tip of your finger or thumb, press the Hegu and Susanli points with strong pressure and the Cuan Yuan with median pressure for one to three minutes. Release and repeat.

Health Begins in the Colon Dr. Edward F. Group III, DC, ND, DACBN See book keywords and concepts

The laxative properties of Psyllium (which is the seed of the flea-wort plant, an Old World plantain) are due to the swelling of the husk when it comes in contact with water. When ingested, the resulting bulk stimulates a reflex contraction of the walls of the bowel. The Psyllium acts as a hard sponge as it works it way down. This often causes an emptying of the bowel. While Psyllium may be marketed for short-term bowel emptying, it is not effective in fully cleansing the bowel, removing much of the toxic waste, or improving the long-term health of the intestinal walls.

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