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September 2007 - Newsletter
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• Skullcap: a Gentle Relaxer
• RespirEase: Meadowsweet's Formula for the Lungs
• Fall Class Schedule
• New: Order on line!
• Meadowsweet Herbs' Holistic Healing Center: Elaine is
seeing clients again!
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Skullcap: a Gentle Relaxer
Skullcap is smaller than most mints standing
an average of 18 inches tall. It has square stems and opposite lanceolate
leaves. The flowers are what help differentiate Skullcap from the
other mints. They are small, bright blue and grow from stems off
the axils of the upper leaves. The seedpods look like a cap, which
is how this herb got its name. They bloom form late spring to midsummer.
Skullcap likes rich moist soil with full sun to partial shade.
A pH of neutral to slightly alkaline is preferable. The roots are
racemes and will spread to form a colony. Space plants about six
inches apart.
Skullcap has durable roots and can be harvested several times a
year. The roots have the same medicinal properties as the aerial
parts. Skullcap is soluble in alcohol or hot water. To make a tea,
use one teaspoon of the dried herb per cup of water. Drink up to
three cups per day. Two "oo" capsules can be taken three
times a day. I prefer the fresh plant tincture as a medicine. Take
20 - 60 drops tincture up to three times a day.
Skullcap works as a nervine on the central nervous system (CNS).
It supports the CNS making it helpful for stress, “mind chatter”,
exhaustion and relaxing nervous tension. As a brain tonic Skullcap
is useful to calm the mind. It is good for nervous system issues
of a chronic or mild nature such as fear, nervous headaches, depression
and abnormal sensitivities to light and touch. Skullcap combines
well with Chamomile, Valerian or Passion Flower for the nervous
system. As a mild sedative it is useful in relieving insomnia and
encouraging a natural sleep.
It can help with the pain associated with multiple sclerosis or
sciatica. Skullcap is also helpful for menstrual cramps and PMS.
Skullcap is excellent to use when weaning from addictions. Use it
with American Ginseng and Wild Oats in frequent doses (every one
to two hours) to help withdrawals from barbiturates, valium, and
alcoholism.
An overdose of Skullcap herb can cause giddiness, stupor, twitching
and confusion. Pregnant women should not use Skullcap root.
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RespirEase
Meadowsweet's Formula for the Lungs
Do colds and viruses tend to settle in your lungs? As cold and
flu season approaches, you might want to stock up on one of our
favorite wintertime formulas. RespirEase is an excellent support
for the respiratory and immune systems. RespirEase facilitates expectoration,
and strengthens and relaxes the lungs and airways. It is useful
for bronchitis, asthma, lung infections, coughs and when quitting
smoking.
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Fall Class Schedule
Aromatherapy for Wintertime Health
Join Meadowsweet’s own Katrina Farnum to explore the
many applications of essential oils for the cold and flu season.
Katrina will focus on essential oils that increase circulation,
support immunity and are anti-microbial and/or anti-viral.
Katrina will emphasize oils that are healing for the sinuses
as well as the upper and lower respiratory system including
eucalyptus, rosemary, ginger and ravinsara.
Cost: $20.00
Tuesday, October 2, 7 - 9 pm
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Natural Birth Control: Natural Family Planning
Learn how to avoid pregnancy naturally, or achieve it! The
Natural Family Planning (NFP) Method uses a woman's natural
fertility signs such as cervical mucus and basal body temperature
to accurately determine when she can and cannot become pregnant.
NFP is highly effective with a 99.3% effectiveness rate. Both
men and women are welcome and encouraged to come. It's about
time we all knew about a safe and highly effective birth control
method that really works! Class taught by herbalist Elaine
Sheff. Elaine is a certified instructor of Natural Family
Planning and Fertility Awareness Methods. Classes include
information packets and charts.
Click here for more details
Cost: $85.00 for one person, $145.00 for a couple
Sundays, October 21 and 28, 11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Using Flower Essences with Children
Join Steve Johnson, international lecturer and director
of the Alaskan Flower Essence Project to learn some general
guidelines for using flower and gem essences with children.
He will explain how and why essences work, and discuss specific
essences that can help children with the following: Sleep
Problems, Grounding and Protection, Learning Disabilities,
ADD, ADHD, Sibling Rivalry, Peer Pressure, Self-image and
Self Esteem issues.
Cost: FREE!
Wednesday, November 7, 7 - 9 pm
Lotions and Potions
Just in time for the holiday season! Learn to make your
own natural body care with Katrina Farnum. We will make a
lotion and a face toner using natural products that nourish
and refresh the skin including fixed oils, aloe vera, hydrosols
and essential oils. Take home a lotion and face toner for
an extra $5.00.
Cost: $20.00, Optional Materials Fee: $5.00
Tuesday, November 13, 7 - 9 pm
Applying the We'Moon Calendar to Your Own
Life
Join Missoula's delightful astrologer MoonCat to find out
how to read the We'Moon calendar and apply the information
to your own personal experience. MoonCat will talk about how
to interpret and understand the daily astrological information
as well as use the charts and ephemerides in the back of the
calendar. Buy a calendar during the class and get 10% off!
Cost: $20.00
Thursday, December 6, 7 - 9 pm
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New: Order on line!
We are excited to announce that you can now order Meadowsweet's
products on line! Order any of our 34 combination herbal extracts
or our over 100 single plant extracts with a few simple clicks.
Our new shopping cart will save you time and money. Visit us on
line at:
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Meadowsweet Herbs' Holistic Healing Center
Elaine is seeing clients again! Call to make
an appointment early - spaces fill quickly.
Elaine Sheff has been studying medicinal plants since 1987. A Clinical
Herbalist, she is a graduate of both the Rocky Mountain Center for
Botanical Studies and the Southwest School of Botanical Medicine.
Elaine is a certified instructor of Fertility Awareness and Natural
Family Planning, a safe, effective birth control method used to
avoid or achieve pregnancy. Elaine specializes in western herbal
medicine, incorporating diet, lifestyle, essential oils and supplements.
Although devoted to a wide range of health issues, she has a focus
on food allergies and a passion for women's health issues. Call
406-728-0543 to schedule and appointment.
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