Today we highlight Cayenne Pepper Powder. We use it regularly in our No More Ouchy Salve!  It is also great to bring out the flavor of your food! Of course this wonder herb is available at Breathless beauty Organic, Vegan & Natural Market

Cayenne Pepper

Cayenne or capsicum, one of the most important herbs, is a wonderful healer. References to it have even been found on plaques in the Egyptian tombs. It is an herb many herbalists would choose if they could only have one herb. It is found in many combinations with other herbs because it acts as a catalyst.

• Nutritional as well as medicinal.
• Builds up the body’s resistance. High in vitamin C, good to take at the beginning of a cold.
• One of the best general stimulants. Stimulation is the key to healing. When the body and its organs are properly stimulated, they will heal, cleanse and begin to function normally. If taken regularly it will reach every part of the body.
• Improves entire circulatory system; feeds the cell structures of arteries, veins, and capillaries so they will regain elasticity.
• Regulates the flow of blood so it influences the heart immediately – the frequency of the pulse is not increased but is given more power.
• Normalizes blood pressure; used for both high and low blood pressure.
• Taken internally for an injury to stop internal or external bleeding. The powder can be poured directly on an external wound to stop bleeding, fight infection and promote healing. It may feel warm but it will never cause a blister.
• Used to treat shock or to keep someone from going into shock.
• Used with lobelia for tetanus.
• Used for a gargle for sore throats and pyorrhea.
• The tincture is excellent for first-aid kits. It is an herb to keep on hand.

Has been used in the following:

TO CLEAN YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN:

Microwave a cup of water with some baking soda in it until it’s boiling, This eliminates odors and makes it super easy to wipe away all that stuck on stuff.

HOME MADE  DEODORIZER:

The combination of Vinegar and water is a great deodorizer for a musty bathroom. Spray your shower down as you are getting out. It really absorbs the odors, and the smell of vinegar goes away in an hour.

RECYCLED OVEN CLEANER:

A wet pumice stone will clean a dirty oven faster than any spray -on product.

Have a great weekend everyone….

For todays Blog we will be discussing the following:

Prostate Herbal Blend Formula :

CLEANSE  - TONE  - REJUVENATE.

Is traditionally used for cleansing,healing,stregthening,rejuvenating and maintaining the male reproductive system,kindey and bladder. It helps restore the prostate and relieves common problems such as : inflamed,enlarged blocked or frequent urination problems.

It is an aid in bladder,kidney, and urinary tract conditions. It also helps to improve circulation,vitality and sexual stamina.

IT’S MAIN INGREDIENTS:  Corn silk, Gota Kola, Couch Grass, Queen of the meadow, Saw Palmetto Berries, Uva Ursi, Cinanamon and Cayenne Pepper.

HOW TO USE:

• Submerge the pouch in one gallon of alkaline,distilled or spring water. Slow boil for 5 minutes. Simmer for 15 minutes. Turn flames off and allow to sit one hour. Remove the pouch and sweeten with honey, agave nectar and/or blackstrap molasses if desired. Bottle and refrigerate. Drink 1 to 2 cups daily. Sediments are natural. Consume Hot or as and Iced Tea.

Eliminates toxins fast,safe and easy!! This traditional herbal formula will assist in detoxing, cleansing, nourishing and rebuilding your body, organs, colon, large and small intestines and blood. It also assists in breaking down and cleaning out years of toxic waste, fat and cellulite and aids in the curbing of appetite.

FASTING DETOX ALSO AIDS :

• Digestive problems.
• Acid reflux.
• Constipation.
• Bloating and Gas.
• Excessive weight.
• Stiff aching joints and muscles.
• Prolonged Stress.
• Skin eruptions and outbreaks.
• Premature aging.

IT’S MAIN INGREDIENTS:  Red clover, Burdock Root, Pau D Arco, Sarsaparilla Root, Milk Thistle, Chickweed, Black Walnut, Alfalfa Leaves and Senna Leaves.

HOW TO USE:

• Submerge the pouch in one gallon of alkaline,distilled or spring water. Slow boil for 5 minutes. Simmer for 15 minutes. Turn flames off and allow to sit one hour. Remove the pouch and sweeten with honey, agave nectar and/or blackstrap molasses if desired. Bottle and refrigerate. Drink 2 to 3 cups daily. Sediments are natural. Consume Hot or as and Iced Tea.

Cool and Affordable Healthy Food and Herb Combinations:

BROCCOLI: basil,dill,lemon verbana, majoram,oregano,rosemary,tarragon and thyme.

CABBAGE: basil,caraway,dill,fennel,marjoram,sage,savory and thyme.

EGGPLANT: basil,chervil,chives, lemon verbana, parsley, sage and savory.

CHIPOTLE-LIME FRUIT KABOBS: 

• 1 Lime.
• 1 tbsp of chipotle pepper,ground.
• Several cups of assorted fruit pieces (banana,grapes,mango,melons,papaya,peach,pineapple,etc).
• Wooden Skewers.

HANDY HOME IMPROVEMENT TIPS:

WINTERIZE YOUR WINDOW AIR CONDITION UNITS:

Installing panels of plexiglass around the surround of existing air condition units (without removing them) is a great and affordable way to seal out the winter weather and retain the heat of your home which also conserves on your energy and utility costs. Simply measure the required sizes, visit your local Hardware, Home Depot or Lowes to purchase the plexiglass and install to the existing openings with a bead of clear 100% silicone . This allows light to enter the respective rooms and can also be kept in place during the summer months.

“For ever disease we know, The Almighty allows a plant to grow”..

Shea butter is the most nourishing,healing and anti-aging moisturizer available. It also prevents and then protects against stretch marks during and after pregnancy,after which its usefulness continues as a key baby-care product.

A member of the Sapotaceae family,native only to the savannah regions of the Sudan, these particular trees resist plantation-based cultivation. Instead these trees thrive in the ever-receding rain forests and jungles that stretch from Cameroon to Senegal, the Ivory Coast, Nigeria,Togo, Benin, Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso. This unusual tree grows only 10 to 15 meters high and does not even flower until it is 20 years old. In fact, shea trees only reach maximum productive capacity at the age of 50 years and then remain fully productive for more than a century.

The green, plum-shaped fruits of the shea tree, which become brown when they ripen,can achieve a diameter of about 4 cm.  The commodity /butter is extracted by boiling the kernel in water after first drying it in the sun.

Shea Butter’s amazing  skin-care and healing properties were first harnessed thousands of years ago where this precious commodity can be traced back to ancient Egypt. Local healers have also used Shea butter to relieve “inflammation of the nostrils”  and also ”nasal congestion”.

Common Uses:

• Cremes.
• Lotions.
• Massage lotions.
• Soaps.
• Candles.
• Effective solution for chapped/dry skin.
• Effective treatment of eczema,acne,rashes and psoriasis.
• Treatment of Skin Blemishes,wrinkles and itching.
• Protects against and soothes Sunburn and Frost bite.
• Soothing and accelerating healing after circumcision.
• As an effective insect repellent.
• Protection against Simulium infection.
• Natural antiperspirant when used in combination with citrus juices such as lime.
• Relief from rheumatism and muscle and joint pain.
• The positive biochemical and physiological effect of shea butter on skin injuries makes this natural product ideal for wound healing.
• As a versatile source of  lamp and heating oil and is also an important source of cholesterol -fighting cooking oil.

Shea acts as an antioxidant and exerts a positive effect by increasing the skin’s microcirculation of blood. The moisturizers in Shea Butter in concert with its natural Vitamin A,Vitamin E and allantoin content are the same ones produced by the sebaceous glands of the skin, since Shea butter mimics the effects of these naturally produced moisturizers that the skin itself produces,  and also acts as an anti -inflammatory agent and antioxidants.

The allantoin and phytosterols in shea are responsible for the promotion of cellular growth: the resinous esters help to heal the skin and wounds. Kariten, a blend of various derivatives with pro-vitamin properties,may also be a factor in healing and probably helps to nourish skin cells it is therfore no wonder that shea is such a superior moisturizer and protectant.

To put it succinctly: Shea Butter is one of the most versatile, safe and effective botanical extracts on the market today. Be sure to visit us at Breathless Beauty Natural, Organic, ‘N’ Vegan Market to sample and experience our very own hand-crafted  line of Shea Butter products.

” For every disease that we know, The Almighty allows a plant to grow”.

This morning we chose to highlight Black Walnut Powder as it is used in 2 soaps and 1 drawing salve that we create at Breathless Beauty!

To make this into a powder takes time and tons of patience trust me but it is well worth it in every way possible!

Our Soap Made with Black Walnut Powder

Black Walnut Short Description:

Black Walnut has anti-fungal, antiseptic, astringent, and antiviral properties, and has earned a great reputation as a vermifuge and anti-parasitical remedy, particularly for the intestinal tract. Traditionally, black walnut has been used to treat hemorrhoids, intestinal worms, parasites, fevers, wounds and bruises, and is effective on the malaria parasite and tapeworm.

Excerpts from Practical Herbalism

In recent times, black walnut earned a great reputation as a vermifuge and anti-parasitical remedy, particularly for those affecting the intestinal tract. As a rich source of organic iodine, black walnut (the hulls in particular) also gained much popularity as nourishment for the thyroid, especially in the interior parts of the country where sea vegetables were hard to come by.

Primary Constituents:

The active principle of the whole walnut tree, as well as of the nuts is nucin or juglone. The kernels contain oil, mucilage, albumin, mineral matter, cellulose, and water. Iodine is present in all usable parts of the black walnut, but the highest concentration is in the outer hulls of the nuts. Black walnut is also a significant source of potassium, magnesium, manganese, sulfur, copper, and silica. The nut meats are a rich source of essential fatty acids.

Indicated Usages – Internal:

Indicated Usages – External:

Fresh Ground Black Walnut Powder

We have launched our next line of Organic Baked Pet Treats! Baked right here and delivered to you fresh!

PetBites

We treat ourselves to the best now let’s do the same for our canine and feline friends too!

Very affordable and tasty biscuits,cookies and cakes baked with all natural organic ingredients! Each treat will come in 1 pound batches and we can custom them to your pets likes and size!

Need some as a gift? We can do that and shipping will be offered free for a limited time!

Breathless Beauty will carry a few of these treats starting Saturday January 14th!

Please send us a message or stop by Breathless Beauty for some!

Sudsing off! Dmarie

Tuna Kat

Doggy Me Treats

Kitty Catty Cookies!

The herb choice of the week is Eucalyptus! Sit back relax and learn all about this fabulous herb!!!   Do not forget to try out the awesome recipe too!

Eucalyptus is native to Australia, but today can be found growing in subtropical regions worldwide. One of the first recorded medicinal uses of Eucalyptus was by the Australian aborigines, who not only extracted valuable water from its roots, but used its leaves to relieve fevers. It has been reported that early Australian developers were able to successfully treat and cure fever using Eucalyptus leaves.

Eucalyptus is sold as both a supplement and is an ingredient in over-the-counter products. Eucalyptus supplements have been promoted for cough/bronchitis and rheumatism. Eucalyptus as an ingredient in over-the-counter drugs is used for temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and for temporary relief of nasal congestion and coughs associated with a cold.

The medicinal properties of Eucalyptus reside in its oil, which is extracted from the fresh leaves and branch tips, as well as dried leaves. Eucalyptus leaf (Eucalypti folium) is an approved remedy of the German Government’s Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices (Commission E) for catarrhs of the respiratory tract. Eucalyptus oil (Eucalypti aetheroleum) is approved for internal and external catarrhs of the respiratory tract and externally for rheumatic complaints. Approval by Commission E should not be considered the equivalent of FDA approval. The FDA has a much higher standard and requires the establishment of absolute certainty of safety and efficacy of any product intended to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat, or prevent disease and demands that such products be classified as a drug.

Health Benefits of Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus supplements are derived from the fresh leaves and branch tips as well as the dried leaves of the tree known as Eucalyptus Globulus, Eucalyptus fructicetorum, and Eucalyptus smithii. The primary active constituent in eucalyptus leaves is the volatile oil euclyptol. For eucalyptus to provide an effective expectorant and antiseptic action, the volatile oil should contain at least 70 eucalyptol. Eucalyptus oil has been compared to menthol because it acts on receptors in the nasal mucosa, which help to alleviate nasal congestion.

Cautions and Side Effects

Eucalyptus supplementation is inadvisable for children, adolescents, older or chronically ill people, pregnant women or women who are breastfeeding, and anyone with low blood pressure, kidney problems, stomach problems, intestinal or biliary inflammation, or liver disorders. Insulin-dependent diabetics should carefully monitor blood sugar since eucalyptus may affect blood sugar levels.

Eucalyptus may affect the metabolism and clearance of drugs like phenobarbital, aminopyrine, and amphetamine by the liver. Anyone taking such medication should avoid the use of eucalyptus.

Precautions and Side Effects

Unlike pharmaceutical companies, the manufacturers of herbs and supplements do not have the same mechanism for reporting adverse effects associated with the use of their products. Therefore data on adverse effects is limited. Life-threatening poisonings have been reported from overdoses of eucalyptus oil. Initial symptoms of toxicity are epigastric pain and vomiting, followed by central nervous system depression, and coma. Other potential adverse effects include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Only a few drops of Eucalyptus oil are enough to cause life-threatening poisoning in some children. Adults have been poisoned with only 4 to 5 milliliters. Symptoms of overdose include a drop in blood pressure, circulation problems, collapse, and asphyxiation. In the event of overdose, you should seek emergency medical treatment immediately.

Supporting Literature

Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, Ore: Eclectic Medical; 1998:69-70.
Castleman M. The Healing Herbs. Emmaus, PA: Rodale Press, 1991, 162-163.
Kumar A, et al. Antibacterial properties of some Eucalyptus oils. Fitoterapia. 1988;59:141-144.
McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A. American Herbal Products Association’s Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, Fla: CRC Press; 1996.
Wren RC. Potter’s New Cyclopedia of Botanical Drugs and Preparations. Essex, England: C.W. Daniel Co., 1988, 110-111.

Eucalyptus Aromatherapy Bath Oil Recipe

Ingredients

15 drops Eucalyptus essential oil

10 drops Peppermint essential oil

10 drops Sweet Orange essential oil

5 drops Rosemary essential oil

5 drops Tea Tree OR Spruce essential oil

4fl oz (125ml) carrier oil of your choice, such as jojoba, olive oil or apricot kernel oil

Directions

Combine all the ingredients in a dark glass or PET plastic bottle. Store it in a cool, dark place (not your bathroom cabinet – it’s too warm and humid.)
To use your aromatherapy bath oil, pour about a tablespoon into the bath after you’ve finished running the water. Click here for tips on how to take a perfect aromatherapy bath.
In addition to using this aromatherapy bath recipe as a bath oil, you can also rub it into your chest and back to help reduce coughing and congestion. Another good idea is to rub it into your feetbefore you get sick to strengthen your immune system.

Sudsing Away,

Dawn Marie

We have sucessfully made it to a new year, a new day and a new time! What a better way to start this day than to choose an Herb to discuss!!!

There are so many herbs we can use but that would take up a lot of writing and time to explain them all! So each week we will choose one herb to highlight!

This week we chose Rosemary!!!

Rosemary can help us in so many ways, and is easy to obtain from your local herb shoppe or even your local supermarket! When buying any herb always choose organic and try to support local herb farms!!! There are so many very small herbal gardeners that you can get some from! I  get many of my herbs from Pittsburgh PA a very sustainable local farm called Healcrest Urban Farm and we also use Mountian Rose Herbs for many of our herbs that we carry at Breathless Beauty! Or better yet Grow your own!!!

Rosemary

Read more: http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/rosemary-000271.htm#ixzz1iE1ursBs

Sudsing Off

Dmarie