Asthma

Preparation:

• Eat 2–3 raw crushed cloves daily.
• Add to food at the end of cooking to preserve allicin.

Dosage:

• 2–3 raw cloves daily

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Add to meals during cooking, brew as tea, or mix into warm water with honey.
• Use ¼–1 tsp per serving.

Dosage:

• ¼–1 tsp per meal

Siddha Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Siddha Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Appalachian Folk Medicine

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Pippali (Long Pepper) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Vasaka in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Kutki in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) — may overstimulate immune response

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Pushkarmool in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• Pre-surgery — discontinue at least 2 weeks prior (potential antiplatelet effect)

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Fritillaria (Bei Mu) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Ephedra (Ma Huang) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) — may overstimulate immune response

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Globe Amaranth (Qian Ri Hong) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) — may overstimulate immune response

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Thyme in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) — may overstimulate immune response

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Siddha Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Siddha Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Mongolian Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Appalachian Folk Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

North African & Amazigh Medicine

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Thai Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Latin American Curanderismo

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Siddha Medicine

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Vietnamese Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Mongolian Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Mongolian Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend oils in the stated ratio.
• Apply 3–5 drops to the affected area, massage gently in circular motions.
• Can be used as a body oil, scalp treatment, or facial serum depending on the blend.

Dosage:

• 3–5 drops massaged in, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Appalachian Folk Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Appalachian Folk Medicine

Preparation:

• Mash or bruise fresh Lobelia herb extract leaves/roots.
• Apply directly to skin, cover with a clean cloth, and leave for 20–30 minutes.
• Use fresh material for each application.

Dosage:

• Apply fresh poultice for 20–30 min, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Appalachian Folk Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Aboriginal Australian Medicine

Preparation:

• Melt beeswax and carrier oil together, add herb-infused oil, pour into tins and allow to set.
• Apply a small amount to the affected area 2–3× daily.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Dosage:

• Apply thin layer to affected area 2–3× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Andean & Incan Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Fresh thyme + Lemon + Honey + Ginger + Water.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Bellflower root (doraji) + Honey + Pear + Ginger + Water.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Wild thyme + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Mullein leaves + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Celtic Norse