Herbal Medicine

[Sachita]

Originally Posted by kannon

the chamomile tea won't make me too sleepy?

I've heard that kava kava can be toxic to the liver. But the studies I've read said the actual root is not toxic to the liver. I guess some farmers or buyers use the stems which is toxic. I take kava kava, and relaxation techniques (deep breathing) positive reinforcers before I give a presentation. The combination really seems to help me.

It should not. But I never say never because people have different reactions to herbs and foods. To date I have not found anyone that it does. In fact many people enjoy it in the morning. Once you get over the hump try adding a little lemon or mint. It has a very calming effect but not sedative.

If you have some depression, imbalances that you feel are causing undue stress then also try taking extra niacin. there is a non-flush version and you can take 2000 mg per day which is over the daily allowance but I promise you it will help.

I have a very stressful life. I don't know how I do it sometimes. Between my farm, my business, family commitments, etc I can get a bit crazy! Wellness means a combination of tools (food, herbs, vitamins, nutrition, exercise and rejuvenation (meditation or prayer) It seems that once one thing goes out of whack there is a domino effect and everything does. Often we are our own worse enemy.

But I do believe natural and holistic should always be the first option. It is for me.