SHOCK: Lie the patient down, raise the Feet and loosen the clothing. Dose immediately with Rescue Remedy and give a 2^nd dose 15 minutes later and a 3^rd Dose 30 minutes later. Treat up to 5 times daily for 24 hours or longer at 2 to 3 times a day - see Rescue Remedy under Bach Flower Essences. Herbs: ingest Oats & Valerian.  Essential Oils - 2 drops of Geranium, 1 drop of Lavender, & 3 drops of Lemon in 1 Dessertspoon of Vegetable Oil.  

SIDEBONES - Horses: A bony protrubance can be felt on both sides of the Pastern. The Shoes are too high in the Heel reducing the elasticity of the Foot. Causes Intermittent Lameness especially on hard ground. Trotters and heavy Horses seem to be most prone. Not serious if not worked hard. Treatment: Include Cod Liver Oil, Dolomite & Seaweed Meal in the diet.

SINUSITIS - Symptoms: Develops following a Cold or Hay Fever or may be associated with a Dental Infection as Nasal Congestion and sometimes, severe pain across the Nose and Cheeks and often a Headache as well. Can cause Depression, mild Fever, Headaches, Pain and a stuffy Nose. Cause: Only a small fraction of Colds progress to Sinusitis but in those susceptible it can turn into a Sinus Infection beginning as Inflammation and progressing into an Infection of the air filled Bony Cavities surrounding the Nasal Passages. Reduce Mucus foods such as Dairy products, Starches and Sugars. Replace with raw Fruit and Vegetables. Apply a Cabbage Compress to the Face. Place Hands and Wrists in hot water until relief is obtained. Epsom Salt Lozenges assists to rid the System of Catarrh. Take red - hot Cold & Flu drink. Use Swedish Bitters as a Compress on the Face and Phytolacca Ointment rubbed into the Sinus areas on either side of the Nose. If it is a Sinus Head Ache rub the Phytolacca Ointment on it and any swollen Glands. Herbs: Comforting Tea, Echinacea: is an Immune Stimulant that speeds healing of Bacterial, Fungal & Viral, infections and is natural Anti - Toxin. Tea: drink a Tea with Eucalyptus.(see N.B: below.) Elder Flower: used with Echinacea, Garlic and Horseradish. Eucalyptus Oil: can be diluted and rubbed on the Forehead and Temples to relieve Sinusitis. Mix a few drops into a couple of Tablespoons of Vegetable Oil before applying to the Skin. Add a few drops to the Bath water or use the bruised Leaves or mash and moisten with water and make into a Poultice and place on the Chest or stuff them in the Nostrils. (N.B: Not too far.) N.B: Use sparingly as too much can be overwhelmingly caustic and never ingest as a small amount can be Toxic. Fenugreek: Garlic and Onion: are broad - spectrum Anti - Biotics, to dry up infection as both are used to treat Infections including Sinusitis. Can be taken as Capsules or peel and chop whole Garlic Cloves and digest as food along with Onions & Horseradish, Hot Pepperand& Ginger. Ginkgo Extract: used for Aged infirmities particularly Stroke because it increases Blood flow in and around the Brain but it also has Respiratory benefits and is used for Sinusitis. Buy 50:1 Extract and follow package directions or you can try 60 - 240mg a day. N.B: Do not go any higher as it may cause Diarrhoea, Irritability and Restlessness. Goldenseal: is a broad spectrum Anti - Biotic with at least 2 active constituents, Berberine & Hydrastine used for acute Bacterial Infection. Combine with Echinacea. Horseradish: used to clear Sinusitis as it is very hot and if brave enough you can try a spoonful of ground Horseradish or add to a Sinus Soup. It forms Mustard Oil in the Body giving off a Mustard Gas to clear the Sinuses. Oregano: a Mint Family member loaded with anti - Septic compounds useful as a hot Tea and inhale the vapours as you drink or use in a massage Lotion or add a few drops of the Essential Oil to any Skin Lotion or to Vegetable Oil. Peppermint: or any Mint including Spearmint, Mountain Mint & Oregano as all contain anti - Septic Essential Oils can be used to place in the Nostrils to deliver the anti - Septic Oil to infected Sinuses. Drink a Tea made with any of the Mints. N.B: Do not use Mountain Mint, if Pregnant.  Pineapple: contains Bromelain useful for treating Sinusitis. Take a Goldenseal Capsule and drink Pineapple Juice straight after. Soothing Tea: Thyme: Tonic Tea: Vitamin A: strengthens the Mucous Membranes in the Nose & Throat as the anti - Inflammatory properties of the Essential Fatty Acids found in Cod Liver Oil give relief from Inflammation and Pain. Sinus Snuff: 1 teaspoon of Salt, 1 teaspoon of Soda to 500ml boiling water  - Cool and add 1 Tablespoon of Witch Hazel. Dosage: 4 - 5 times a day up the Nose and expel through the Mouth. Inhalation: of 1 cup of Peppermint, 1/2 Cup of Sage and 1/4 Cup of Thyme or less if fresh in 1 Litre of boiling water or use a few drops of the same Oils. Drape a towel over the Head and inhale for 10 - 15 minutes. Formula: Cod Liver Oil: 5ml a day, Echinacea: 375mg twice a day. Elder Flower: 1250mg twice a day, Eyebright: 1000mg twice a day, Garlic: 2000mg of the fresh herb twice a day, Horseradish: 300mg twice a day, Liquorice: 200mg twice a day. Vitamin C: 2000mg a day, Iron Phosphate: 15mg 3 times a day & Potassium Chloride: 32mg 3 times a day.

SKELETAL - Bones, Ligaments - Muscles - Tendons. Horses: Lameness: Usually 70% in the Forelimbs and the Foot. Cause: Found in the Musculo Skeletal System. Feet: If striking the ground incorrectly - RSI - Repetitive Strain Injury will set up Stress in other places and also create Bone Disease. All the natural forces must go via the Shock Absorber System and be properly absorbed by the Body and if not there is a Bio - mechanical Malfunction.

SKIN -  Cancers: Herbs: Greater Celandine: Yellow Juice from the Stem can be applied to the Skin to remove them.

SKIN - Conditions / Also see Acne. Only put on the Skin what you would put in your Mouth. The most common are Atopic Eczema and Eczema Dermatitis. Symptoms: Usually affects the Elbows, Face, Knees and Neck as a dull, red, scaly patch that can become itchy. Cause: Eczema is Inflammation of the Skin often when there is an irritant and the sufferer is easily upset and of a Nervous temperament and often has dry, scaly Skin. Detergents cause a flare up on the Hands and contact with Acids, Alkalines & Allergens should be avoided wherever possible and diets can also be responsible.

Signs of Vitamin Deficiency: Bruising, Darkness, Lack of Rebound, Purple Haemorrhaging, Pressure Sores and Roughness.

Treatment: Vitamins A, B, C, Tryptophan, Fatty Acids and Zinc. Skin Care throughout life can improve the condition and texture of Skin with nutrition being the most important especially Vitamin E. Skin health is a reflection of Internal health. Avoid Allergens and control Stressful situations. Clean with a gentle, soluble Emollient and Hand lubricating Oil to offset the dehydrating effect of soap. Almond Cleansing Cream is especially good for this and then tone with Witch Hazel as it is an Astringent that tones and has an anti - Inflammatory effect as it contains natural Oils, Skin Conditioner and Moisturiser. A richer Moisturiser can be made up of Avocado and Vitamin E as Avocado Oil is a rich source of Vitamins A, D, and E and softens hardened elastic Skin Tissue protecting against Dryness and Chaffing. Vitamin E assists with Skin repair and contracts the level of scar Tissue and can also be combined with Chamomile, Mistletoe & Yarrow to nourish and moisturise when applied at night. Skin is an absorbent Layer and all Chemicals go directly into the Bloodstream and Lymphatic System. Use a Skin brush and increase the intake of raw foods and water. Bran and Beetroot Poultices assist most Skin Eruptions. Drink Tonic Tea, use Body Oil and add a few drops of Essential Oils to the Bath. Calendula Cream will sooth and heal and has Anti - Septic properties. Evening Primrose Oil also has essential Fatty Acids and you can take 6 Capsules a day for 3 weeks then reduce to 2 Capsules a day.  

Herbs: Aloe Vera Gel: is used to treat Skin Conditions and heal Radiation Burns, Minor Burns, Cuts etc. Apricot Kernel Oil: is one of the most valuable Emollients and Moisturisers and can be combined with soothing Anti - Septic and Anti - Inflammatory herbs such as Chamomile and Fennel. Avocado Oil: contains Guacamole and its Oil is used as a treatment for some forms of Arthritis & Dermatitis and assists to relieve Eczema as it is rich in Vitamins A, D and E that maintain healthy Skin. Apply directly to any Itchy, Red or Irritated areas or ingest and use in Salad dressings. Beans: as finely ground dried Bean Meal can be used instead of Cornflour. Blue Flag: A Blood purifier combine with Burdock & Yellow Dock. Burdock: can neutralise. Calendula: used to treat all types of Skin Conditions as it is Anti - Bacterial, Anti - Fungal, Anti - Inflammatory and Anti - Viral and stimulates White Blood Cells to consume harmful Microbes and speeds up healing. The Ointment is best to use as a Skin treatment. Carrots: Are a rich source of Vitamin A like Carotenoids that enhance the health of the Skin and repair Skin damage. Liquefied Carrots, and / or Tomatoes and Sweet Potatoes can be applied to the Skin to treat Sunburn and other minor Skin Conditions or eat plenty of Carrots and other Red and Orange Fruits and Vegetables to ingest Carotenoids to not only prevent Skin damage but to assist to prevent Cancer and Heart Disease. Chamomile: drink and brew it strong and use as a Compress for treating Skin Conditions such as Inflammatory Skin Conditions, especially Yeast Infections as it contains Bisabolol, Chamazulene & Cyclic Ethers, which are all Anti - Inflammatory, Bactericidal & Fungicidal. N.B: Be careful if you have Hay Fever as it is a member of the Ragweed Family and may trigger Allergic - reactions. Try it and see if it assists but if there is Aggravation, Itching or Irritation then stop using. Cleavers: A Blood Cleanser. Coriander: to bleach and soften with the pounded Seeds mixed with Goat's Milk or with the Leaves used in an Ointment. Cucumber: used to soothe Burns and Dermatitis and for treating Wrinkles. Peel and blend some Cucumbers in a Blender with or without Avocado and apply the Puree directly to the affected area and leave on for 15 - 60 minutes. Dandelion: can neutralise Eczema. Dill: as a Tonic due to it being rich in Minerals especially Potassium and Sulphur.  English Plantain Leaves: used Externally to soothe and cool minor Skin Conditions as they contain Aucubin and Catapol, which have both anti - Inflammatory and Bactericidal properties. Evening Primrose Oil - EPO: is rich in Gamma - Linolenic Acid / GLA - used to treat Eczema and other forms of Skin Irritation such as Dermatitis. The easiest way to take this herb is in Capsule form orally and follow the package directions. Borage, Currant and Hops Oils are also well endowed with GLA and can be obtained also in Capsule form but follow package directions when taking. Figwort: as a Poultice to cleanse and heal. Fumitory: used as an Infusion. Golden Seal: make a Decoction using 5 - 7 teaspoons of dried Golden Seal to a cup of water and boil and simmer for 20 minutes until cool, strain out the plant material and apply to the affected area 1 - 3 times a day with a cotton ball or clean cloth. Gotu Kola: stimulates the regeneration of Skin Cells and underlying connective Tissue and is used to treat Eczema, Wounds and other Skin Conditions as it contains Asiaticoside that is used to treat Leprosy. You can use crushed Leaves, if available, to make a Poultice and apply to the affected area, if not buy a Tincture and follow package instructions. Ivy Leaves: contains Saponins active against several Bacteria and Fungi that cause Skin Conditions and it is also used to treat Bronchitis and Dermatitis. Chop up some Leaves and put in a Blender and apply as a Paste directly to the affected area. Marsh Mallow: contains the soothing water - soluble Fibre, Mucilage, used for relieving Skin Conditions and is used in Ointments for treating Chapped Skin. Juice the fresh Root and apply the liquid directly to the affected area. Myrrh: Nettle: rejuvenates as a Wash. Pineapple: contains Alpha - Hydroxy Acids / AHA - or Fruit Acids that peel off dead Skin Cells by dissolving the substances that hold the dead Skin together and is used to treat Acne, Chapped Skin, Fine Lines, Wrinkles and other Skin Conditions. These Fruit Acids occur in many Fruits beside Pineapple including, Apples, Gardenia, Grapes and Tamarind and also occur in sour Milk. Try rubbing the inner skin on damaged Skin. Poke Root: The number one Glandular - Endocrine System herb but should only be used on Professional Prescription. Purslane: generously endowed with Carotenoids similar to Carrots. Put a handful of this herb in a Blender with a Carrot and even some Pineapple to create an invigorating Face mask with healing properties and leave on for 20 minutes or more. Red Clover: can neutralise Eczema. Sarsaparilla: can neutralise Eczema. Thyme: Externally as an anti - Septic Lotion for Lesions. Walnut Leaves: used to treat mild superficial Skin Inflammations by steeping 2 teaspoons of crushed Leaves in a cup of boiling water and apply the Tea or add a handful of crushed Walnut Leaves to Baths to treat Eczema when cool. Wild Pansy: Witch Hazel: contains Tannins that are potent Astringents useful to treat Skin Conditions externally and increases the tone of the Blood Vessels in the Skin, which enhances Blood supply to damaged areas. Vitamin A: can neutralise Eczema. Vitamin E: heals Bed Sores, Burns, Scars and Ulcers. Zinc: can neutralise Eczema. Silica: may also be lacking in the diet and usually shows up as Cracked Heels and weak, soft Nails. Body: Evening Primrose Oil and Marshmallow can improve the Skin as Marshmallow cleanses and is very soothing to the Skin and acts as an Anti - Inflammatory for any Skin Conditions. This is then followed by a Lotion, containing Evening Primrose Oil applied over the whole Body to soften, nourish & protect the Skin. Cracked Hands and Heels: are usually due to an occupation such as washing or working in water and detergents, that also dry the Skin and result in cracking. Dry, Flaky Skin: use Geranium & Lavender. For Dry Skin drink a glass of Carrot Juice daily and take 1 Tablespoon of Cold Pressed Flaxseed / Linseed Oil & Cod Liver Oil. Chronic Problems - Internally: Use Yellow Dock. Deficiency Signs: some forms of Eczema, Fatigue, poor Hair growth, loss of Hair and poor Skin growth. Dry Skin - requires constant lubrication to prevent flaking and premature ageing - Use Carrot.  Or 1 Tablespoon of Cold Pressed Oil in a bath daily such as 200ml of Castor / Turkey Red Oil, 20ml of Rose Oil and 50ml of Avocado Oil and mix well in a tightly lidded jar. Dry - Scaly -Internally: Use Burdock and Cleavers. Enlarged Pores: use Juiced Lettuce Leaves a source of Vitamin A, on the Chin & Nose. Externally: Use Chickweed. Exfoliation: is the natural shedding process and dead Skin should be removed once a week by a Cinnamon Scrub that gently removes it and open the Pores to allow the Skin to breathe freely. It combines Cinnamon & Oatmeal as cleansers and Honey to sooth and heal along with Soy Lecithin & Lanolin as Emollients & Moisturisers. Externally: Use Echinacea or Wild Weed Ointments.  Fading Pimples - Spots: Use Calendula, Ladies Bedstraw Cream & Lemon Juices. Face Mask: 1 Dessertspoon of pure Honey and the beaten yolk of 1 Egg and spread on the Face and leave for 15 minutes and then wash off with tepid water. Food Sources: Brewer's Yeast, Dairy Foods, fresh Fruit, whole Grains, green Vegetables and Wheat Germ. Fresh Cream: massage the Neck with fresh Cream, a rich source of Vitamin A, to assist against Wrinkles. General: Use Calendula and Comfrey Ointments. Hand Cream: containing Calendula gives extra protection for the Hands especially those associated with house - work or where they are exposed to detergents and cleansing agents. Healthy: Para - Aminobenzoic Acid / PABA: maintains. Hypersensitive Reactions: Use Hypericum. Itching - Inflammation: Use Chickweed and Peppermint. Liver Spots: Vitamin E. Lesions: Externally as an anti - Septic Lotion use Thyme. Moisturisers - Oily Skin: Use Lemon. Mouth - Epthelium Tissue of the Mucous Membranes: is caused by a deficiency in Vitamin A of which Cod Liver Oil is a good source and also contains essential Fatty Acids that assist to heal the cracking Tissues. Vitamin B also assists taken daily. Normal: Use Elder & Rose. Ointment: Chickweed, Juniper Berry & Pine Coal Tar reduces Inflammation, stops itching and speeds up healing. Open Sores or Difficult to Heal: Internally: Use equal parts of Calendula, Nettle and Yarrow. Externally: Use Brassica Cream or Plantain Poultices. Scarring: Vitamin E diminishes topical scars. Sensitive Skin: Use Aloe & Comfrey. Tired: Vitamin E assists the transport of Oxygen to the Tissues to freshen replacing moisture lost arresting the ageing process. Wrinkles around the Eyes: Use Rose Eye Cream. Formula 1: Fish Oil - 1 Capsule 3 times a day, Evening Primrose Oil - 1 Capsule 3 times a day, Silica, Calcium Fluoride, Seaweed / Kelp Meal - 1 teaspoon 3 times a week.

Formula 2: Evening Primrose Oil - 1 Capsule twice a day, Cod Liver Oil - 5ml a day, Vitamins A, C and E, Zinc, Silica, Apricot Kernel Oil and Vitamin E or Evening Primrose Body Lotion. Formula 3:  Zinc, Cod Liver Oil: 5ml a day, Evening Primrose Oil: 500mg in 2 Capsules 3 times a day, Sarsaparilla: 3 times a day, Seaweed. Externally: Chickweed.

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