Short description of plant’s effects related to cancers Additional information Uses - various forms of the plant with some dosage information Uses - does not mean that this is the way to use or prepare the plant for cancers. It is only the most reliable information I have on preparing or ingesting a particular plant. You will find a variety of products with the following plants.
Aloe
Aloe Barbadensis/Capensis/Vera is anti-neoplastic, specifically, Emodin in Aloe is useful in controlling HER-2/neu overexpressing cancer cells. Aloe enhances vitamin absorption, is antibacterial and antiviral. It is also beneficial for the following symptoms - colitis, ulcers, inflammation. Cleopatra and the Empress Josephine used Aloe for their skin/complextion. Some herbalists use it for skin cancer. Good for sun burn, burns and radiation burns.
uses - Aloe is used externally and internally. Grow your own, break off a fresh leaf and apply the juice topically.
Asa
Foetida Ferula Foetida is antitumoural in animal experiments and a mild intestinal disinfectant. Used in sauces, lentils, also in Sambar a south Indian dish.
Ash Fraxinus Excelsior Ash bark is an
antioxidant, it also counteracts fever and inflammation. The fresh bark, the branch bark, fresh and dried leaves are the medicinal part. Ash bark preparations have been used as a tonic and to treat fever.
antioxidant, it also counteracts fever and inflammation. The fresh bark, the branch bark, fresh and dried leaves are the medicinal part. Ash bark preparations have been used as a tonic and to treat fever.
uses - Available as an herbal supplement, also, tea can be prepared by soaking 3 teaspoons of drug in 2 glasses of hot water, traditionally used as a tonic and for fever.
Astragalus
Astragalus Species reduces the side effects and enhances the effectiveness of chemotherapy in cancer patients. An extract of Astragalus increased tumor cell killing activity. Studies show improved survival rates with small cell lung cancer and leukopenia.
Astragalus is considered an antioxidant, it is an immune stimulant as well as an immune modulator, also considered chemopreventive.
uses - From the Asian market - boil 2 ounces dried Astragalus root, remove root, add liquid to soup stock. Also available as capsule, liquid or tea.
Barberry
Berberis vulgaris Barberry root bark contains berberine and berbamine. The fruit has some, but not as much as the root bark.
Berberine is mentioned in Goldenseal for its anticancer properties. Research from India shows promising results for berbamine against chronic myeloid leukemia. In-vitro testing of berberine showed anti-tumor activity against osteosarcoma, lung, liver, prostate and breast cancer. Overdosage(root bark) 4 mg, no warnings on fruit. Occasionally you'll find a store that sells herbs in bulk. I bought about 20 different herbs and have been trying various teas. After finding this information I brewed up some Barberry Root Bark tea. Used about one teaspoonfull to a pot of water in a coffee maker. Not bad, Neem is a bitter and tastes bitter.Barberry has mellow taste to it.
uses - 1 to 2 teaspoons of Barberry fruit in 150 ml hot water, strain after 10 to 15 minutes procedure for berberine hydrochloride described. For Root bark, a tea is mentioned, however no dosage information is given.
Bean
Pod Phaseolus Vulgaris contains polyphenols which helps prevent cells from mutating.Approved by Germany's Commission E for infections of the urinary tract and bladder stones. Bean Pod was one of the stables of the Native Americans - maize, squash and beans. Common Names - Common Bean, Green Bean, Kidney Bean, Pinto Bean, Navy Bean, Black BeanBilberry Vaccinium Myrtillus studies show potent antioxidant activity. Antineoplastic or anti-carcinogenic activity has been demonstrated in vitro. For approximately 1000 years, Bilberry has been used in European medicine. Bilberry syrups, wines, cakes, jams, muffins, pies - take your pick, eat fresh, stay healthy.
uses - Bilberry jam at a health food store, if they don't carry it, ask them to order some. Also available as a supplement, usually with Lutein for eye health.
Black Cohosh Cimicifuga
Racemosa extract at high concentration inhibited human breast adenocarcinoma cells. Study with breast cancer survivors showed reduced hot flashes in premenopausal women with minimal ill effects. Current studies do not indicate Black Cohosh should not be used with women who have breast cancer. Red Clover is estrogenic and should not be taken by women with breast cancer. Not recommended for use longer than 6 months. Native Americans have used Black Cohosh for depression, sore throats, kidney problems and gynecological disorders.
uses - Capsules 60 to 545 mg. Menopause 40 to 200 mg daily.
Blessed Thistle Cnicus Benedictus
has amaroid cnicin which is antitumoural. Also known as St. Benedict's thistle, the Canadian Breastfeeding Foundation recommends its use to promote lactation in nursing mothers.
Should not be used during pregnancy. Considered a nuisance around here (NC), grows like a weed. The root is edible, boil and eat. Eat the heads like an artichoke. Used to be considered a cure all and a vegetable.
Should not be used during pregnancy. Considered a nuisance around here (NC), grows like a weed. The root is edible, boil and eat. Eat the heads like an artichoke. Used to be considered a cure all and a vegetable.
uses - Tea - boil 150 ml water with 1.5 to 2 g, steep 5 to 10 minutes.
Burdock Arctium Lappa
has no human clinical trials, only animal and in vitro. An extract showed activity against 5 human cancer cell lines. Burdock also exhibited anti-mutagenic and anti-oxidant effects. Burdock was cultivated as a vegetable in the Middle Ages, recently it has been used in the macrobiotic diet.
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