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HYSSOP
Plant Origin: France, Hungary.
Action: Anticatarrhal, mucolytic,
decongestant, expectorant, cleansing, purifying, and helps
reduce fats in the tissue. Hyssop raises low blood pressure,
regulates menstrual flow, and increases perspiration.
Traditional Uses: While there
is some uncertainty that Hyssopus officinalis is the same
species of plant as the hyssop referred to in the Bible,
there is no question that H. officinal is has been used
medicinally for almost a millennium for its antiseptic,
disinfecting, and anti-infectious properties. It has also been
used for opening the respiratory system.
Indications: Anxiety, arthritis,
asthma, bruises, respiratory infections, coughs, cuts,
dermatitis, indigestion, fatigue, nervous tension, parasites
(expelling worms), rheumatism, sore throats, viral infections,
and wounds.
Application: Diffuse and apply topically May be
added to food or water as a dietary supplement.
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