Well the bug that Princess Nature shook off for the most part after a day home from school resting has apparently taken up a nice cozy residence in my lungs. I was only able to make i through 5 hours at work as my voice gave out and all the talking for my telemarketing job kept triggering my cough.
In that spirit, this week’s Pagan Video Tuesday is a collection of videos that relate to making herbal remedies for colds and flu.
For those interested in getting involved in medicinal herbalism, chamomile makes a good first foray into the art. It is readily available in any supermarket, has a long history of use, and has application for a wide range of conditions. Additionally, it has an unoffensive apple aroma and a pleasant flavor and as a result makes a wonderful herb to use as a base when making an infusion that includes more potent herbs.
Chamomile can be used:
to help alleviate nausea, including motion sickness
to aid in relaxation before bed
to help relieve cramps (stomach or menstrual)
to ease the discomfort of arthritis
to lessen the severity of a tension headache
to soothe certain skin irritations (as a paste)
to add golden highlights to the hair (as a hair rinse)
to ease discomfort related to colic or teething
to lessen the severity of seasonal allergy symptoms
Additionally, chamomile can be used magically for purposes related to:
healing magic
love spells
luck spells
rites that invoke a Solar deity
Precautions:
persons with allergies to ragweed may have a reaction to chamomile
chamomile contains natural blood thinners and may be inappropriate for those with certain conditions or those taking certain medications
This was written as a compliment to a great new feature over at Clan of the Cats called Witchy Wednesday. This new weekly feature includes sketches of one of my own favorite fictional witches, Chelsea (though after reading about her for like 9 years I feel like I know her), with a bit of comedic commentary about living a Pagan life.
Note: This article is for informative uses only and is not meant to be taken as specific medical advice. As always, do not try to diagnose yourself, consult your physician or pharmacist before adding any supplement to your regimen, and be aware that any product is capable of producing an allergic reaction in some segment of the population.
An interesting and informative video from a woman who is apparently quite the prolific Youtube videographer. She has over 130 videos in her collection and I look forward to perusing more of them when I have the time (free time? what’s free time?).
In it she gives a brief overview of 4 Thieves vinegar a concoction whose oral history dates back to the plague. She also shares a collection of recipes for both the vinegar and four thieves oil for your own use. As with any herbal remedy it is your responsibility to research the herbs that you are putting into your body. Be aware that herbal remedies need to be treated with the same care and respect that you would give to any prescribed or over-the-counter medication. Side effects, allergies, and contraindications are always possible.
Have fun and put the spark by into your love life. Host a Slumber Parties party, locally in the NJ/PA area ... or virtually by telephone from anywhere else.
