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How To Curb Your Appetite with Herbs
from: Gregg HallThe Chinese have used herbs for medicinal purposes for over 4000
years. Today, the medical community, who once shunned the use of
herbs for medicinal purposes, is starting to take notice of the
benefits of using herbs. Herbs are nutritionally sound and can
offer a healthy, natural alternative to nourish and heal the
body. Herbs can also give the body the nutrients that the body
does not always get through a regular diet.
Herbs can include leaves, bark, berries, roots, seeds, stems,
gums and flowers. They can also come in many forms including
tablets, capsules, bark pieces, powders, extracts, creams,
lotions, oils, liquids and salves. When buying herbs of any
kind, it is important to look for the word "standardized" on the
label. Because most herbs are not FDA approved, the label on
herbs provides important safety and dosage information. When
purchasing herbs you should look for freshness. Those that are
loose and sold in bulk have almost no nutritional value. Instead
opt for freeze-dried over air-dried herbs.
Herbs have always been used as a weight loss remedy. There are
many herbs that can be used both safely and efficiently to
suppress appetite and help control weight loss. For people need
or want to shed a few pounds but who already eat healthy and
participate in regular exercise, adding natural herbs to the
diet can help aid in weight control. Herbs may not be a good
choice for those seeking to loose a lot of weight in a short
amount of time. Some herbs do have side effects and some should
be taken carefully. As with any weight loss program or diet,
caution should be used and it should be used in conjunction with
regular diet and exercise. The following are good starters to
help you curb your appetite with herbs.
Brazilian Cocoa: This herb is almost identical to caffeine. Both
stimulate the central nervous system and increases metabolic
rate. Brazilian Cocoa has a very mild diuretic effect. The side
effect of this herb is that is also similar to caffeine. When
taken in excess, it can cause restlessness, trembling,
nervousness and anxiety.
Cayenne: Cayenne pepper when added to food can help stimulate
capsaicin, which stimulates saliva. It also stimulates digestion
and can help accelerate the metabolism at a safe level.
Green Tea: Green tea is a natural stimulant that acts much like
coffee, but has the added benefit of vitamin C and antioxidants.
By steeping the tea quickly or for a longer period of time, it
is possible to control the strength of the tea. Green tea is
available as a capsule formula, but works better in the body as
a liquid.
Evening Primrose: This herb has been shown to be effective as a
natural alternative to help reduce cholesterol levels and help
people who do not process fats correctly loose weight.
Seaweed: Seaweed is a good natural source of trace mineral and
is a natural thyroid stimulant. It is widely available in
capsule or tablets forms at many health food stores.
Psyllium: Studies show that the granules of these seeds consumed
with water before a meal helps control the appetite. This herb
causes an instant reduction of appetite by making the stomach
feel full. The full feeling leads to less caloric and fat
consumption.
Queen's Flower: Queen's flower has been shown to be one of the
most effective plant used in alternative weight control and
diabetes.
Herbs can be taken in using different methods. Infusion involves
using the soft part of the herb plant including the leaves,
flowers, and the whole herb. Infusion of herbs is much like tea
is made. Boiling water is poured over the plant and allowed to
steep. Then liquid is then strained and the liquid is consumed.
Honey may be added to the infusion liquid to improve the bitter
taste. With decoction, the tough part of the plant-the bark,
root, twig and stem are simmered for about thirty minutes and
then consumed.
Juice can also be made using small pieces of the herb. The juice
is taken right after it is made because the vitamin content
declines rapidly. This method works well for getting vitamins
and are sensitive to heat. Tinctures are often considered the
best way to take herbal supplements. It is a good way to take
well-preserved herbs. During this method, the herb is soaked in
alcohol or a water mixture. The mixture is pressed and this
makes the tincture.
About the author:
Gregg Hall is a business consultant and author for many online
and offline businesses and lives in Navarre Florida with his 16
year old son. Get these and other great health products at
http://www.shop4betterhealth.com
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