A Blood Cleanser

Have you heard about bloodroot?  Bloodroots (sanguinaria canadensis) are perennial plants in the poppy family that originated in North America. They have long been used in herbal medicines. Bloodroot grows primarily in North America and India. This plant goes by several other names, including redroot, bloodwort, etc.

The rhizomes and root of the plant contain an orange-red latex. Native Americans employed bloodroot extensively in ritual and medicine. The dye was used as a body paint. Native Americans have used bloodroot in blood purification, wound healing, pain and fever relief.
Bloodroot is different from burdock root, which has been used for thousands of years in Asia and Europe due to its antioxidant contents such as phenolic acids, quercetin and luteolin. The medicinal properties of the plant are derived from multiple alkaloids found within the rhizome. Sanguinarine and chelerythrine are the most well-studied particularly for their anticancer properties.

Red root has a long history of use in traditional medicine. People brewed the root as a tea and used it to treat colds, fever, pneumonia, digestive problems, toothaches, and urinary tract infections in women. Red root contains tannins and alkaloids and other compounds that provide antioxidant and antimicrobial health benefits. It is popular in homeopathic medicine, especially to support the health of the spleen and respiratory and lymphatic systems.

Amazing Health benefits of Bloodroot (Redroot) Include the Following:

• Purifies blood and reduces high blood pressure.
• Treats skin conditions such as skin infections, acne and eczema.
• Relieves respiratory issues such as cough, excess phlegm and sinus congestion.
• It is used in the mouthwash and toothpaste due to its antibacterial properties.
• Prevents cancers.

Red root dosage recommendations can vary depending on the product and how it’s manufactured. If you are considering trying this for a health condition, discuss it with a clinician first. The bloodroot plant, especially its juices, contains a poisonous alkaloid compound called sanguinarine and it is unsafe to consume sanguinarine in large amounts because this can cause symptoms such as skin damage, dizziness, breathing problems, slowed heart rate, vomiting, and fainting.

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March Eclipses - A Shift of the Trajectory ❤️

March is a very busy month and the energy is moving swiftly with planets. Let's dive into 2 eclipses in March.

The March 2025 total lunar eclipse took place between late night on March 13 and early morning on March 14, it is a blood full moon lunar eclipse. This lunar eclipse and the solar eclipse will be the last season in the Pisces and Virgo axis. Then it will move into the Leo-Aquarius eclipse season. You may get clarification of the last lunar eclipse in Virgo in Oct. last year depending on where Virgo is located in your chart. Mars squares this lunar eclipse can cause challenges with authorities and lack of co-operation can trigger conflicts during this eclipse. Virgo energy is associated with health and daily routine. Your daily routine can have a new make up during this eclipse and it will stabilize in the next 6 months. You may go through a few twists with your daily routine due to the influence of retrograde Mercury in the opposite sign Pisces, which can affect your decision making. This lunar eclipse is also influenced by the retrograde Venus in Pisces. You may start to re-valuate your relationships and financial matters. This lunar eclipse is followed by an overheated solar eclipse on March 29th in Pisces, this is the time to go with the flow like the fish swimming in the ocean. Pisces energy is associated with detachment and liberation. This is the energy of Pisces speaking to you, you will find peace in chaos by detachment and spiritual practices such as breathwork, yoga and meditation.

On March 29th, a new moon solar eclipse will take place in Pisces with 6 planets conjunction. This is very significant because Saturn, sun, moon, Rahu, Mercury, Venus are all in one single sign - Pisces. Both Mars and Jupiter aspect the south Lunar Node Ketu, so the lunar node axis is very active. Both Mercury and Venus are retrograde in Pisces, which can add twists in the outcomes. Saturn is moving in Pisces and Rahu is moving out of the Pisces during this transit. Saturn and Rahu conjunction can be challenging, but this energy can help resolve past pending issues that have significantly impacted our lives. With retrograde energy of Venus and Mercury. You can be nostalgic and your communication may be confusing to others. Past disputes may resurface, you should pay attention to your health and emotional well-being during this stressful period. If Pisces is your rising sign or the moon sign, you will be impacted the most. You should go with the flow because your new direction may not be what you intended to be. This solar eclipse can suddenly shift directions in our lives with the influences of planets. Pisces sign is linked to liberation and spirituality. Meditation or other spiritual practices during this period is a great way to elevate your consciousness. People also start to shift their religions and belief system due to the influence of Pisces. This solar eclipse in Pisces will bring cleansing energy in our ocean and ecosystem, new species of algae will form to cleanse the toxic chemicals in the ocean and in our air. We shall see this scenario playing out in our reality, but above all, we should be responsible for our environment and Mother Earth because it is the only place we live. With retrograde Venus and Mercury during this solar eclipse. Your desires about relationships, finance and business may have a different direction. The positive energy of Jupiter trine Rahu - the north Lunar Node during this solar eclipse can initiate new alliances globally. We are at the dawn of the new age.

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Goldenrod - A Natural Antibiotic

Let's talk about a weed that is a potent antibiotic.

Goldenrod grows in Europe, Asia, and North and other places of the world. It is often considered a weed. The plant’s yellow flowers bloom in late summer and early fall and there are more than 100 different species of goldenrod. Many of these have similar health benefits. The herb’s Latin name is Solidago, which means “to make whole or heal” and reflects its use in traditional herbal medicine. Goldenrod is a popular ingredient in herbal supplements and teas. It has been used externally for sores, infections, toothache, burns, and wounds. Internally, it is used for urinary infections, respiratory, and digestive issues.

Goldenrod provides many beneficial plant compounds, including saponins and flavonoid antioxidants such as quercetin and kaempferol. Saponins are particularly effective in inhibiting the growth of harmful bacteria and yeast like Candida albicans, which is a fungus that can cause vaginal yeast infections and infections in other parts of the body. The flavonoid antioxidants quercetin and kaempferol in goldenrod help fight against free radicals.

Goldenrod is a premier decongestant, which can relieve upper respiratory issues including allergies, sinusitis, flu, or the common cold. Goldenrod is used by Native American people as a wash or poultice to help heal wounds, burns, open sores, and cuts. Many species of goldenrod have been used to relieve diarrhea due to their tannins and antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory actions. Solidago species are typically bitter, warming, and pungent, which makes them useful carminative herbs for improving digestion. Goldenrod soothes inflamed urinary mucosal membranes through their demulcent, astringent, and anti-inflammatory actions. With its antimicrobial and diuretic properties, it flushes out bacteria by promoting urination.

Goldenrod Is A Natural Antibiotic

• Reduces urinary tract infection.
• Combats inflammation and pain.
• Relieves respiratory related issues such as a cold/flu, cough, allergies, and sinusitis.
• Heals wounds/cuts as a wash or poultice.
• Improves digestion and reduces diarrhea.

You can buy goldenrod as a tea or dietary supplement. Here are some recipes.

Goldenrod Tea for UTI Treatment

Ingredients

• 32 ounces water
• 1 tablespoon of goldenrod flower and leaf 
• 1 tablespoon of marshmallow root 
• 2 tablespoons of corn silk 
• 1½ tablespoons of uva ursin leaf 

Directions

• Measure the herbs and crush or grind them in a coffee grinder as needed.
• Add the uva ursi and marshmallow root to water in a small pot with a cover. Simmer for 20 minutes.
• Turn off the heat and add the corn silk and goldenrod. Infuse the herbs until the tea cools to room temperature and strain.

Notes: Do not use in pregnancy. If you are harvesting your own goldenrod, be sure to gather only true Solidago species because there are many similar weeds. This recipe is not for acute UTI infections.

Goldenrod Tincture for Sinus Congestion

Ingredients

• 2 oz. of goldenrod tincture
• 2 oz. of elderflower tincture
• 1 oz. of yarrow flower tincture
• 1 oz. of nettle leaf tincture

Directions

• Use fresh plant tinctures if possible and combine all the tinctures.
• Store in a glass dispensing bottle.
• Dosage is 4 ml three times a day. 

Goldenrod Oil for Pain and Wounds

Fill a clean glass jar with fresh goldenrod stalk (upper third of the stalk), include the leaves, stalks and flowers, cut them into small pieces. Cover the plant mixture with olive oil or coconut oil, press it down with a chop stick to remove air bubbles. When the jar is full, cap it and label it with the name of the plant and the date. Store it in a dark and cool place, after about 6 weeks, pour the oil through a strainer or piece of cheesecloth, squeeze the herbs to get every bit of oil you can. Store this beautiful golden-colored goldenrod oil in a glass bottle with a dropper. Now you can apply it on your skin and sore muscles, it not only relieves your pain but also makes your skin resilient.

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