Healing Wise

Thanks, Kim!
I guess I can see why taking such a substance internally might be classified as "heroic." I look forward to studying this further using the links you provided.

Hi,

It is a learning process as even within the herbal community, Susun's teachings are of a different nature than many others. Cleansing, detoxing, etc. are ideas that come about from thinking of our body as dirty. Doesn't it seem like a more life-affirming idea to embrace our body and its functions as wonderful just the way they are - to honor the cycles and our connection to the earth.

Granted we do live in a contaminated world, but it will almost always be easier on ourselves to nourish slowly with whole foods and using herbs in a synergistic way. You certainly do not have to take it to the level that Susun does and different circumstances can call for certain things. If you are just starting out, I would recommend reading the articles online, subscribing to the monthly ezine and also checking out our very active forum.

best of luck to you,

Kim

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You can get your health questions answered by Susunon blogtalkradio, Tuesday nights 7:30-9:30 pm EST. Call in with your questions 1-646-929-2463. Visit the link for more info: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/susunweed. You can also join the free women's health forum where hundreds of wise woman can help you. Sign up for the free herbal healing ezine, filled with wise woman wit and wisdom. Visit the Wise Woman Bookshop for online university, gift shop, bookshop, digital downloads, and more. Go to www.susunweed.com for a complete list of offerings including radio show and free videos.

December 13, 2010 in Weblogs, Wise Woman Q&A, Wise Woman Wisdom | Permalink | Comments (3)

December 12, 2010

Herbal Help for Alopecia

Hello Susun,

I have a friend whose son has Alopecia. She wanted to know if there are any herbal therapies that she can use to get his hair to start growing again. Do you have any suggestions?

Thank you for your time.

Hello,

For help with your friend's hair loss, first thing I suggest is start drinking both nettles and oatstraw infusions. http://www.susunweed.com/How_to_make_Infusions.htm. Along with drinking the infusions, you can use them as hair rinses as well. They are great allies for hair issues.

Burdock seed oil would be wonderful for massaging on the scalp as would infused rosemary oil. Avoid clorinated water and don't shampoo everyday. I am including a link to an article Susun wrote about hair issues that contains a lot of additional information as well.

A homeopathic remedy that seems to have a lot of success would be Arnica 6c, 3 pellets taken 3x a day. Let us know if you need further assistance.

blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team
www.wisewomanweb.com

You can get your health questions answered by Susun on blogtalkradio, Tuesday nights 7:30-9:30 pm EST. Call in with your questions 1-646-929-2463. Visit the link for more info: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/susunweed. You can also join the free women's health forum where hundreds of wise woman can help you. Sign up for the free herbal healing ezine, filled with wise woman wit and wisdom. Visit the Wise Woman Bookshop for online university, gift shop, bookshop, digital downloads, and more. Go to www.susunweed.com for a complete list of offerings including radio show and free videos.

December 12, 2010 in Health Concerns, Herbal Allies, Weblogs, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (4)

Essential Oils and Breast Health

Dear Susun Weed,

I came upon your website and I felt hopeful.

My sister has been diagnosed with DCIS.
I've been doing alot of research for her and I saw your site on Herbal Oils
for breast self message. I believe that her situation can be reversed. She
has 0 stage in cancer but yet her doctors just want to remove her entire
breast. I had ordered arborvitae organic oils for her. My question is does
she massage her breast with the pure oil directly or does she dilute the
arborvitae with olive oil? If she needs to dilute it with olive oil how many
drops does she put arborvitae with how much olive oil. Please help this is
her only hope before deciding to go with surgery.

Hello,

How wonderful that you are able to do research and be there for your sister.

Quickly, you would most definitely NOT want to massage pure essential oils onto your breast. I wouldn't put pure EO on me - they are extremely strong medicine and can be very caustic. Much caution must be used when dealing with EO's. As a matter of fact, Susun rarely uses them. The herbal oils that she discusses are where the actual plant material is infused into the oil over a period of time. This is much safer than using EOs and still contains the beneficial components that you need for healing.

Of course, the problem is, depending on where you are, winter may be setting in and fresh herbs hard to find and also, when making herbal oils one must let them sit, preferably for a six week period.

If you wish to use the essential oils you have on hand; here is Susun's advice in that regards:

"Use Caution: Test your sensitivity before using essential oils. Put a drop of the oil on the sensitive skin inside your elbow. If your skin gets red or mottled, itches or burns in the next 12 hours, be very cautious with essential oils and certainly don’t use them on your breasts. My cat’s neck fur fell out after I anointed her chin with three drops of essential oil to (successfully) rid her of fleas!

Essential oils of citrus, rosemary, lavender, marjoram, juniper, or clary sage—ten drops diluted in one ounce/30 ml of olive oil—have been used to increase circulation to the breasts, warm them, activate the immune system, and offer the healing benefits of their aromas as well."

If you are unable to make your own infused oils, you can usually find them at health food stores. We also have some online sources that make wonderful healing oils/salves as well such as Red Moon Herbs and Mountain Rose Herbs.

If you haven't checked out some of our other resources, you might want to look at Susun's website http://www.breasthealthcancerprevention.com/ which contains articles and excerpts from her book, Breast Cancer? Breast Health!.

I would also recommend checking out our forum - there are wonderful women from all over able to offer advice and support. You may even find someone close by who creates herbal breast salves, etc. There is a room specifically for cancer topics as well. If you wish to explore Susun's ideas deeper, she offers phone consultations, booked through our bookshop here: http://www.herbalmedicinehealing.com/store/store_results.asp?Category=3&SubCat=1034&Section=Consultations

Just let us know if you need any further assistance.

blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team

http://www.herbalmedicinehealing.com/store/store_results.asp?Category=3&SubCat=1034&Section=Consultations

You can get your health questions answered by Susun on blogtalkradio, Tuesday nights 7:30-9:30 pm EST. Call in with your questions 1-646-929-2463. Visit the link for more info: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/susunweed. You can also join the free women's health forum where hundreds of wise woman can help you. Sign up for the free herbal healing ezine, filled with wise woman wit and wisdom. Visit the Wise Woman Bookshop for online university, gift shop, bookshop, digital downloads, and more. Go to www.susunweed.com for a complete list of offerings including radio show and free videos.

December 12, 2010 in Breast Health, Weblogs, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (0)

December 11, 2010

Simplifying Health Regimes and Contacting Susun Weed

Dear Healing Angels:

Have been a devoted reader and admirer of Susun S. Weed for many, MANY years. I'm a senior. I have had over the past 20 years some serious health challenges and by Grace and my research along alternative lines, this body is still here.

I am at a time when I want to simplify my health regimen, which includes too many supplements.

I really want to explore more herbs, yet I don't have the energy or strength to go and study with Susun Weed in Woodstock, which would have been my dream. I am wondering if you can help me. I do not think Susun gives phone consultations at this time in her journey, does she?

However, even if she does not, can she recommend someone that is really competent (like she) and can handle a bit of a challenging case, and is willing to work over the phone? I'm very proactive in my healthcare. I would be most grateful for any information or resources that may be of help to me. Here is South Florida, qualified herbalists are not to be found, and I have tried to find them.

Thank you to Susun, for her remarkable work helping so many, especially women....and to all the "angels" who help and support her work. Your response is MOST appreciate. Autumn blessings to ONE and ALL......

Hello,

Kudos to you for such a positive and proactive approach to your health. First off, Susun does do phone consultations. She will be available for them starting after Dec. 15th and you can book them through our site here:

Number one thing one can do in order to reduce supplements and work on building health in the Wise Woman Tradition would be herbal infusions. These infusions are on the lines of nourishing food, full of vitamins and minerals in a form that is easily assimulated into our bodies and are used on a daily basis. I am including a link with further information on the main herbs we use and how one makes them.

http://www.susunweed.com/How_to_make_Infusions.htm

You may also be interested in joining our free forum. It's a great place not only to get advice, learn from others experiences but is a wonderful support system for many of us as well. Just let us know if you need any additional help.

blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team

You can get your health questions answered by Susun on blogtalkradio, Tuesday nights 7:30-9:30 pm EST. Call in with your questions 1-646-929-2463. Visit the link for more info: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/susunweed. You can also join the free women's health forum where hundreds of wise woman can help you. Sign up for the free herbal healing ezine, filled with wise woman wit and wisdom. Visit the Wise Woman Bookshop for online university, gift shop, bookshop, digital downloads, and more. Go to www.susunweed.com for a complete list of offerings including radio show and free videos.

December 11, 2010 in Health Concerns, Weblogs, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (1)

December 10, 2010

Inverse Psoriasis

Hi Susun-

I have been struggling with an inverse psoriasis condition for many months. Would you have any products that would help?

Many thanks,

Hello,

Thank you for your question. This can be a very painful condition. I have had it personally, so here is the protocol I used to heal it.

First, I kept the area very dry. After showering I would dry the area with a hair dryer. Next, you want to keep it dry, but you don't want to use corn starch as it will feed a yeast infection and this condition lends itself very easily to yeast infections!!!

As for healing the condition. I have had experiences with several ointments. Lavender infused oil is lovely, and easily made. I will enclose a link at the bottom of the e-mail from Susun's website outlining how to make your own. You can also add about 10-15 drops of tea tree oil to your lavender oil infusion, which has healed many skin problems for me. Fresh aloe vera is very soothing and beneficial for when the area may be seeping.

Morning and evening place the ointment on the clean, blown dry area, if possible, expose the area to light and air as this will speed the healing.

This should get you on the way to healing. It worked for me after a couple of weeks. If it is in a seeping stage try placing unbleached, cotton muslin on the area to soak up moisture. Make sure to change the dressing often!

Try drinking burdock infusion as this has been used for eczema and psoriasis. It is also generally very nourishing!
Make sure you are eating and drinking nourishing foods as your immune system will need a little help to clear this up.

Be well and take care!

Infused oil link
http://www.susunweed.com/herbal_ezine/February05/healingwise.htm
Burdock link
http://www.susunweed.com/herbal_ezine/april04/empower.htm

Blessings,
Kate

Wise Woman Team

You can get your health questions answered by Susun on blogtalkradio, Tuesday nights 7:30-9:30 pm EST. Call in with your questions 1-646-929-2463. Visit the link for more info: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/susunweed. You can also join the free women's health forum where hundreds of wise woman can help you. Sign up for the free herbal healing ezine, filled with wise woman wit and wisdom. Visit the Wise Woman Bookshop for online university, gift shop, bookshop, digital downloads, and more. Go to www.susunweed.com for a complete list of offerings including radio show and free videos.

December 10, 2010 in Health Concerns, Herbal Allies, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (0)

December 07, 2010

Recipe for Real Marshmallows

Hello Susun!

You have an interesting and beautiful site.

Do you have the right recipe of the real marshmallows? I did some research and I couldn't find the right one. Only one recipe, but it became fluff, which is also nice according to my children.

Thank you and green herbal greetings to you,

Hello,

Fluff sounds good to me! Here is a traditional recipe. I haven't made it yet, but a friend did and she said it was delicious. I plan on trying it myself for the holidays. Now you may also be able to use the recipe you had and just scoop out spoonfuls to bake as they did here to get more of individual marshmallows:

2 egg whites
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 cup raw cane sugar
1 tbsp powdered Marshmallow (root)

Whip egg whites until almost stiff. Add vanilla and whip until stiff.
Then whip in the sugar, 1 tsp at the time. Finally, add Marshmallow and
whip again. Place by teaspoonfull on cookie sheet. Bake in 325 oven
for 1 hour.

blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team

You can get your health questions answered by Susun in one of two ways. Join the health hotline teleseminar on Monday and Thursday evenings 8pm EST, through the winter months. Or you may register for a private telephone consultation. You can also join the free women's health forum where hundreds of wise woman can help you. Sign up for the free herbal healing ezine, filled with wise woman wit and wisdom. Visit the Wise Woman Bookshop for online university, gift shop, bookshop, digital downloads, and more. Go to www.susunweed.com for a complete list of offerings including radio show and free videos.

December 07, 2010 in Food and Drink, Healing Recipes, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (1)

December 04, 2010

Fresh plants vs. Dried for Tinctures

Hi there,

I was wondering if you could still get the same medicinal properties using
dried herbs vs. fresh when making tinture or oils.

Thanks.

Hello,

If you have nothing else available, you can make tinctures and oils out of dried herbs. Trouble is drying destroys much of the medicinal properties unless it is roots or seeds. Susun finds the medicine is considerably less when made from dried as opposed to fresh.

blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team

You can get your health questions answered by Susun on blogtalkradio, Tuesday nights 7:30-9:30 pm EST. Call in with your questions 1-646-929-2463. Visit the link for more info: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/susunweed. You can also join the free women's health forum where hundreds of wise woman can help you. Sign up for the free herbal healing ezine, filled with wise woman wit and wisdom. Visit the Wise Woman Bookshop for online university, gift shop, bookshop, digital downloads, and more. Go to www.susunweed.com for a complete list of offerings including radio show and free videos.

December 04, 2010 in Tinctures, Weblogs, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (0)

Clearing Lung Congestion

Dear Susun,

I have been looking through my several herbal books by you, and
reading some forum comments, on herbs to use for lung health. But
what I have found has been about healing from colds, asthma,
bronchial conditions, cancer, etc. while my concern is different.

I grew up in a family of heavy smokers. I also smoked cigarettes (and
grass/marijuana) heavily during my teenage years, though I quit all
of that by the time I was 16. I am now 51 and have always had a
tendency toward a racking cough, especially when I have deep emotions
coming up. I am working on the emotional end of things and I would
like an herbal ally for healing and clearing my lungs of this old
congestion. Is it mullein? Burdock? Violet? Dandelion? Nettles?

Or something else?

I do have lots of nettles growing here, but I think they are best
harvested in early spring... and I don't feel a strong affinity for
them. I'm very sensitive to the bite.

I do love dandelion root tea. And honeys made with herbs sound good
to me...

thank you for any suggestions.

Greetings,

We would use mullein infusions. Super tasty warm with a bit of honey. :)

The dandelion root tea would be a good idea - you could also make infusions or take the tincture. Also Susun states that those with chronic lung problems, especially due to smoking or exposure to smoking and/or chemicals often report great benefits from burdock seed. Easiest way to use would be the tincture (20-40 drops, taken up to 4 times a day)

I would also incorporate chickweed infusions for her expectorant qualities. Eating her fresh when available would be beneficial as well. Just let us know if you need any further assistance.

blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team

http://www.menopause-metamorphosis.com/An_Article-fibroids.htm

December 04, 2010 in Healing Recipes, Health Concerns, Herbal Allies, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (2)

December 03, 2010

Fibroids and Flax Seeds

Hello!

I'm at a standstill regarding the benefits of flax seeds: Should flax seeds in any form (raw/oil/gel caps) be avoided for women with fibroid's associated with estrogen dominance? I just began taking grape seed oil (gel caps) and thought flax seed would also work, but now I'm not so sure because of all I've been reading regarding the estrogenic qualities of flax and the potential to increase fibroid size/bleeding (which in my case is heavy). Thanks in advance!
Regards,

Hello,

I am enclosing an article of Susun's on help with fibroids.

In regards to flax, first I am including a note from Susun in regards to flax seed oil:

Susun's response:

"My lipid chemist friends tell me that flax seed oil goes rancid within five minutes of being pressed. They say that any oil in a black bottle is ready to become rancid as soon as the bottle is opened; bad news. They grind flax seed immediately prior to using. Small amounts of flax seed should be OK during pregnancy, but the laxative effect could conceivably trigger a miscarriage. If you are comfortable taking an oil that can contribute to heart disease and cancer (due to rancidity), then you are fine. If not, then perhaps ground flax seed is a better choice."

Also from Susun: But don't get her started on that awful-tasting flax oil women are told to swallow by the spoonful to ward off breast cancer. The reason it tastes so awful is because it's rancid, Weed says. "The chemist friends that I've asked about flax oil tell me it's like cancer in a can because of the rancidity factor." She suggests buying whole flax seeds instead, and grinding them in a coffee or spice grinder. "When ground and cooked in baked goods like bread and muffins, flax seed is a wonderful addition to the diet."

So most likely having some freshly ground flax seed at times will not be detrimental, but eating it as a whole food in that manner is very different than taking the oil or taking any capsules. With Grape seed oil, again, I wouldn't bother taking the supplements. Most supplements simply contain too little to be of much use or can actually be toxic ...

Feel free to let us know if you need any further assistance.

Blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team