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Is Golden Seal Right For You?
from: Paulina JenkinsGolden Seal is a North American native herb growing in the Appalachian Mountains region. The American Indian tribes of Kickapoo, Catawba, Cherokee and Iroquois used the Golden Seal root as an herbal remedy for centuries. They used this herb as an insect repellent and for treating inflamed or sore mouth and eyes. In the 1600s in the early pioneers of Kentucky and Ohio adopted the use of this herb from the native Indians.
The root of this plant is golden yellow in color with scars that look like that of the seal. The herb is thus called Golden Seal. It is also known by names such as eye root, yellow puccoon, eye balm, ground raspberry and yellow root. Golden Seal root is the part that contains the medicinal properties. This herb is from the same family as buttercup or crowfoot.
Golden Seal is a powerful natural antibiotic in the fight against infection and virus. Very often it is used in conjunction with Echinacea to treat colds and flu. Due to its antibacterial properties it is a most effective remedy for tonsillitis, sinus infections, liver disorders and urinary infections.
By promoting strong digestion and increases hydrochloric acid production Golden Seal aids the digestive system and keeps it healthy. Stomach problems such as dysentery, indigestion, chronic gastritis, colitis and ulcers can be effectively treated with Golden Seal.
Golden Seal is an effective remedy for skin, ear and eye disorders. An ear drop of Golden Seal with olive oil is used to treat earache. To treat pink eyes make an eye wash from strained Golden Seal tea. For treatment of ringworm, eczema and itching use Golden seal tincture mixed with witch hazel. Golden Seal tea is used as a wash to clear Candida yeast infections. Golden Seal is also good for treating herpes sores, mouth and gum sores, denture sores and fever blisters.
Golden Seal is used by many alternative care and holistic practitioners to treat drug addictions due to its ability to cleanse the body of foreign organisms. It has become a preferred remedy for Malaria over Quinine. This herb has none of the side effects of the drug. Golden Seal can regulate blood sugar level due to its natural insulin. It is also a laxative useful for treating habitual constipation. Golden Seal eases breast swelling and pain and alleviates nausea during pregnancy.
Golden Seal can be purchased as tablets, capsules, tincture and tea. The recommended dosage is 250 to 500 mg three times a day. It is safe with no side effects when the right dosage is taken. It is not advisable to use Golden Seal for more than a period of two weeks.
Golden Seal must not be used by those who suffer from low blood sugar (Hypoglycaemia) or high blood pressure. It is also not recommended for pregnant or nursing women. This herb must not be taken over a long period. Over use could be poisonous and unsafe. Some side effects include stomach cramps, anxiety, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and sensitive to sunlight. Golden Seal can interfere with the effectiveness of some prescription medications.
Today in United States Golden Seal remains one of the most popular herbs. It is a very sensitive plant that can take up to five years to mature. The demand far exceeds the supplies and this herb is also therefore one of the most costly herbal products. The herbal medicine industry has accepted Golden Seal as a natural antibiotic and a booster for the immune system.
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