{"id":16470,"remedy_name":"Chili","remedy_type":"Herbal Remedy","alternative_names":["Capsicum spp.","Chili"],"miasm":"Psoric Miasm","temperament":"Neutral","aggravation_time":"Neutral\/Anytime","keynote_indications":"Key Actions: Digestive, Nutritive.\nParts Used: Fruit pulp, Latex (extract).","modalities":"Cautions: Safe at normal dosage..","symptoms_by_system":{"Stomach & Abdomen":"The hot taste of chili (Capsicum spp.) points toward its medicinal use as a powerful warming stimulant. A popular ingredient in Mexican cuisine, it has even been used to flavor ice cream. Papaya, Paw paw Carica papaya A sweet-tasting fruit and native to tropical America, papaya while unripe contains digestive enzymes that complement the body\u2019s own digestive juices. medicinal uses Parts used Fruit pulp \u2022 Latex (extract) Key actions Digestive \u2022 Nutritive digestive problems When the unripe fruit is cut, a thick white juice or latex containing papain (digestive enzyme) seeps out. Papain breaks down protein, especially in an alkaline environment, making it a useful supplement that promotes effective digestion within the small intestine, in particular when normal digestive secretions are deficient. Papain is also used as a food tenderizer, especially in the fast food industry . Caraway Carum carvi Used in food and medicine for at least 5,000 years, caraway is one of Europe\u2019s most popular herbs. The volatile oil in the seeds gives caraway its distinctive aroma. key information safety \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2729 traditional use \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2729 research \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2729 best taKen as Infusion \u2713\u2713\u2713 Tincture \u2713\u2713 Capsule \u2713 dosage C (see pp.44\u201345) cautions Safe at normal dosage. See also pp.42\u201351. medicinal uses Parts used Essential oil \u2022 Seed Key actions Eases coughing \u2022 Relieves gas and spasm cramps and chronic cough Caraway\u2019s gently warming and relaxing action within the gut makes it an excellent remedy for soothing digestive problems such as nausea, indigestion, gas, and bloating. Caraway is an effective remedy for colic in children. A common ingredient in cough mixtures, it can be taken to relieve croup and chronic cough. Do not take the essential oil internally unless on professional advice. 94 A\u2013z o F hERbAL REmEDiES key information safety \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 traditional use \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2729 research \u2605 \u2605 \u2605\u2729 \u2729 best taKen as Extract: Tablet, capsule \u2713\u2713\u2713 dosage M \u2013 extract (see pp.44\u201345) cautions Caution required during pregnancy when using concentrated forms of the papaya enzyme, papain. See also pp.42\u201351. fresh leaves a safe remedy for children other uses The ripe fruit is nutritious, cleansing, and mildly laxative. Papaya seeds can be used to treat worms. ripe fruit Gotu kola Centella asiatica syn. Hydrocotyle asiatica An ancient medicine, gotu kola has been in continuous use in india for at least 2,000 years. Traditionally thought to strengthen memory and concentration, in the West it is mostly used to treat chronic skin disorders and support wound healing. medicinal uses Part used Whole plant Key actions Adaptogen \u2022 Anti-inflammatory \u2022 Tonic \u2022 Wound healer Wounds and broken tissue Gotu kola has many potential uses, the majority revolving around its ability to promote effective tissue repair and wound healing. it speeds healing and reduces the risk of scar (or keloid) formation. its traditional use as a treatment for leprosy reflects the herb\u2019s ability to stimulate repair of damaged tissue. it may be applied as a lotion to the skin to treat, for example, minor burns, psoriasis, and scars. other uses Taken internally , gotu kola appears to tone and strengthen veins, and is commonly prescribed for leg ulcers, venous insufficiency , and varicose and thread veins. As a background treatment, 95 key information safety \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2729 traditional use \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2729 research \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2729 \u2729 best taKen as Tincture \u2713\u2713\u2713 Tablet \u2713\u2713 Lotion (topical) \u2713 dosage B (see pp.44\u201345) cautions Can cause allergic reaction. Rarely, may cause gastric irritation. See also pp.42\u201351. CENTELLA ASiATiCA dried herb it proves useful in many chronic health problems. its adaptogenic properties enhance the body\u2019s ability to respond to both physical and emotional stress. a small creeping plant, gotu kola grows in the wild throughout India. plant is used to stimulate tissue healing"},"schema_version":"1.0","api_provider":"Allahshafi"}