Delicious Medicines: Botanical Powders Applied Clinically for Chronic Disease

Transcription

1 Delicious Medicines: Botanical Powders Applied Clinically for Chronic Disease Bevin Clare MS LDN RH Herbalist ~ Nutritionist ~ Associate Professor Maryland University of Integrative Health

2 References and Presentation padlet.com/bevinclare/delicious

3 What are herbal powders? Dried Grinded (powder mill) Sifted Similar to capsules Some dried extracts

4 Advantages of herbal powders Accessible Affordable Stable No glassware, cooking needed Easy to take Alcohol free Used by many traditions Blendable Tactile and taste sensations

5 Affordability of herbal powders Preparation Unit price Per gram Per month 5g/ day Powder $14 / lb?? Capsules $10 / bottle (.525g / cap) Tincture $9.25 / oz 1:2 fresh root

6 Affordability of herbal powders Preparation Unit price Per gram Per month 5g/ day Powder $14 / lb $0.03 $4.50 Capsules $10 / bottle?? (.525g / cap) Tincture $9.25 / oz 1:2 fresh root

7 Affordability of herbal powders Preparation Unit price Per gram Per month 5g/ day Powder $14 / lb $0.03 $4.50 Capsules $10 / bottle $0.19 $28.50 (.525g / cap) Tincture $9.25 / oz 1:2 fresh root??

8 Affordability of herbal powders Preparation Unit price Per gram Per month 5g/ day Powder $14 / lb $0.03 $4.50 Capsules $10 / bottle $0.19 $28.50 (.525g / cap) Tincture $9.25 / oz 1:2 fresh root $0.61 $91.50

9 Disadvantages of herbal powder Shelf stability Limited materia medica No leaves, flowers, delicate aromas Taste Bioavailability Powdering machines

10 Which herbs are best suited as powders? Roots, barks, stems, seeds, fungi Woody plants Non-aromatics Unpalatable herbs Non-water soluble components Blending Daily tonics Prebiotics

11 Some favorite powders: Tonics Ganoderma Ganoderma lucidum fruiting body Ashwaganda Withania somnifera root Hawthorne Crataegus spp. fruit The cheapies Cinnamon Cinnamomum cassia bark Ginger Zingiber officinale rhizome Turmeric Curcuma longa rhizome

12 Some favorite powders: Demulcents Marshmallow Althaea officinalis root Slippery elm*** Ulmus rubra inner bark Licorice Glycyrrhiza glabra root Alteratives Burdock Arctium lappa root Dandelion Taraxacum officinale root Silybum Silybum marianum seed ***UpS At-Risk list: be sure to use organically grown or ethically wildcrafted.

13 Some favorite powders: Adaptogens Maca Lepedium meyenii root American Ginseng Panax quinquefolius root Schisandra Schisandra chinensis fruit Immune Support Astraglus Astragalus membranaceus root Echinacea Echinacea angustifolia root Cordyceps Cordyceps sinensis (extract) mycelia Siberian Ginseng Eleutherococcus senticosus root

14 Some favorite powders: Repro Tonics Angelica Angelica sinensis* root Shatavari Asparagus racemosus root Fenugreek Trigonella foenum-graecum seed Antimicrobials Oregon Grape Mahonia aquifolium root Neem Azadirachta indica leaf * Best kept frozen

15 Some favorite powders: Aromatics Cardamom Elettaria cardamomum seed Siberian Ginseng Eleutherococcus senticosus root Fennel Foeniculum vulgare* seed Cayenne Capsicum spp. fruit Spearmint Mentha spicata* leaf * Best kept frozen

16 Some favorite powders: Cognitive Support Holy Basil Ocimum sanctum* herb Dan Shen Salvia miltiorrhiza root Bacopa Bacopa monnieri herb Gotu kola Centella asiatica herb * Best kept frozen

17 Some favorite powders: Other great stuff Prickly Ash Zanthoxylum clava-herculis bark Silymarin Silymarin (isolated) extract Stevia Stevia rebaudiana herb Guarana Paullinia spp. seed Triphala Triphala fruits (blend) * Best kept frozen

18 Ashwaganda (Withania somniferum) Indications: Stress burning up one s energy Poor sleep quality Anxiety and fatigue Somatic stress Chronic disease Safety Considerations: Unsafe in pregnancy Interactions with sedatives

19 Ashwaganda (Withania somniferum) A selection of evidence highlights: Body Weight Management in Adults Under Chronic Stress Through Treatment With Ashwagandha Root Extract: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial. (2016) The outcome of this study suggests that Ashwagandha root extract can be used for body weight management in adults under chronic stress. Effect of Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha) on the development of chemotherapy-induced fatigue and quality of life in breast cancer patients. (2013) Withania somnifera has potential against cancer-related fatigue, in addition to improving the quality of life.

20 Regenerating Morning 1 cup rolled oats 2 cups milk (or nut milk) 1 tbsp chia seed 1 tsp Asparagus racemosa 1 tsp Lepedium meyenii ½ tsp Glycyrrhiza glabra ½ tsp Panax quinquefolius ½ tsp Cinnamomum cassia 2 tsp cocoa or cacao powder as desired (opt) Blend everything together and refrigerate overnight. Many clients find making a week s worth (non-dairy milk) or a few days supply (dairy milk) is helpful. Increase the batch as needed and place in individual mason jars for a meal on the go. Eat cold or at room temperature. Add fruit as desired.

21 Marshmallow (Althea officinalis) Indications: Irritated tissue, especially mucosa Dryness Sensitive tissues Inflammation in mucosa, GI, lungs, urinary tract Stuck lung mucous UTI s Constipation of a dry nature Safety considerations: Completely safe and well tolerated Be sure to consume with fluids

22 Marshmallow (Althea officinalis) From A Modern Herbal (1931): The great demulcent and emollient properties of Marsh Mallow make it useful in inflammation and irritation of the alimentary canal, and of the urinary and respiratory organs. The dry roots boiled in water give out half their weight of a gummy matter like starch. It is excellent in painful complaints of the urinary organs, exerting a relaxing effect upon the passages, as well as acting curatively. Boiled in wine or milk, Marsh Mallow will relieve diseases of the chest, constituting a popular remedy for coughs, bronchitis, whooping-cough, etc., generally in combination with other remedies. It is frequently given in the form of a syrup, which is best adapted to infants and children.

23 Soothing Bliss Balls Ground nuts (cashews, pistachios, almonds are nice) Coconut oil Honey or maple syrup Sea salt Nut butters Dried fruits or chocolate Herb powders (in this case, Althaea officinalis can be added up to several grams / day) Combine a selection of the above to make into a thick dough so you can roll balls. If you are calculating dosage, add in 1 or 2 weeks worth of powders and divide into balls for that many days so have your daily dose.

24 Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) Indications: Blood sugar imbalances Circulation support Cold peripherals Dysbiosis Flatulence Polar energetics Safety considerations: None (caution with EO)

25 Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) A selection of evidence highlights: Effect of Cinnamon Tea on Postprandial Glucose Concentration. (2015) The present study provides evidence that cinnamon tea could be beneficial for controlling glucose metabolism in nondiabetic adults during postprandial period. Effect of Cinnamon Extract and Chlorhexidine Gluconate (0.2%) on the Clinical Level of Dental Plaque and Gingival Health: A 4-Week, Triple-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial. (2015) Conclusion: The results of the present study indicate that cinnamon may prove to be an effective agent owing to its ability to reduce plaque level and gingivitis.

26 Comfy Compote for Digestion Selection of dried fruits (prunes, apricots, raisins peaches work best) Aromatic spice herbs (cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, turmeric) Cook the dried fruits and spices with water until soft but not mush. Cool and refrigerate or freeze in individual servings. You can also add a probiotic capsule before eating. Add to oatmeal, yogurt, or by itself.

27 Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Indications: Nausea from almost anything Joint inflammation GI upset Migraines Cold peripherals Moves other herbs Safety Considerations: Monitor with anti-coagulents

28 Ginger (Zingiber officinale) A selection of evidence highlights: The effect of ginger (Zingiber officinale) on glycemic markers in patients with type 2 diabetes. (2015) This report shows that the 3 months supplementation of ginger improved glycemic indices, TAC and PON-1 activity in patients with type 2 diabetes. Ginger for prevention of antiretroviral-induced nausea and vomiting: a randomized clinical trial. (2014) Ginger was effective in ameliorating of antiretroviral-induced N/V.

29 Anti-Inflammatory Hummus 1 8oz tub of hummus (or make your own) 1 clove of garlic freshly crushed 1tbsp turmeric powder 1tsp ginger powder ¼ tsp cayenne Blend together all ingredients and use as you would any other hummus. Excellent with veggies as a dip. Reduce ginger and eliminate cayenne if something less spicy is preferred.

30 Dandelion Root (Taraxacum officalis) Indications: Sluggish or less responsive liver Heaviness after eating Constipation Nausea, esp in pregnancy Chronic / stubborn skin diseases Safety Considerations: Very safe May change some drug metabolism

31 Dandelion (Taraxacum officalis) From A Modern Herbal (1931): It is a general stimulant to the system, but especially to the urinary organs, and is chiefly used in kidney and liver disorders. Dandelion is used as a bitter tonic in atonic dyspepsia, and as a mild laxative in habitual constipation. When the stomach is irritated and where active treatment would be injurious, the decoction or extract of Dandelion administered three or four times a day, will often prove a valuable remedy. t has a good effect in increasing the appetite and promoting digestion.

32 Detoxifying Fudge (right?) Add your powders (I enjoy turmeric, dandelion, and black pepper) into gently melted chocolate with 1/3 part coconut oil. Allow to harden in freezer and cut into cubes. Store in freezer.

33 Using Powders in Practice In water Nut butters Honey Hummus Smoothies Bliss balls Chocolate Pudding Oatmeal Soups Daals Fruit Compote

34 Bevin Clare