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Is Golden Seal Right For You?

By: Srimae Bagnam


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Golden Seal is a native herb growing in the Appalachian Mountains region in North America. The root of Golden Seal has been used by American Indian tribes of Kickapoo, Catawba, Cherokee and Iroquois as an herbal remedy for hundreds of year. These natives used Golden Seal to repel insects and to soothe and treat inflamed or sore eyes and mouth. The early pioneers in the 1600s in Kentucky and Ohio adopted the use of this herb from the native Indians.

This plant has golden yellow colored root with scars that look similar to that of the seal. Hence it is named Golden Seal. Other names for this herb are eye root, yellow puccoon, eye balm, ground raspberry and yellow root. It is the root of this plant that possesses the medicinal properties. Golden Seal is a member of the buttercup or crowfoot family.

Golden Seal is Nature's powerful antibiotic for fighting infection and virus. It is an effective treatment for colds and flu when combined with Echinacea. The antibacterial properties of Golden Seal make it a powerful treatment for tonsillitis, sinus infections, liver disorders and urinary infections.

Golden Seal promotes strong digestion and increases hydrochloric acid production to keep the digestive system healthy. It is effective in treating all kinds of stomach problems. Some of these complaints are dysentery, indigestion, chronic gastritis, colitis and ulcers.

Golden Seal is a potent herb for treating herpes sores, mouth and gum sores, denture sores and fever blisters. Golden Seal can be mixed with olive oil into an ear drop to treat earache. Eye wash made from strained Golden Seal tea is excellent for pink eyes and other eye disorders. A tincture of Golden seal mixed with witch hazel is an effective cure for ringworm, eczema, itching and other skin disorders. This herb also makes a powerful douche for Candida yeast infections.

Golden Seal has many other uses as an alternative medicine. Golden Seal cleanses the body by getting rid of foreign organisms. Golden Seal is therefore, used by many alternative care and holistic practitioners to treat drug addictions. It has replaced Quinine as a remedy for Malaria because it does not have any of the side effects of the drug. As natural insulin Golden Seal can regulate blood sugar level. With its laxative action it is useful for treating habitual constipation. Golden Seal also eases dizziness during pregnancy, breast swelling and pain.

Golden Seal is available as tablets, capsules, tincture and tea. Standard dosage is 250 to 500 mg three times a day. It does not have any side effects when the recommended dosage is taken. Do not take Golden Seal for more than a period of two weeks.

Golden Seal must not be used by those who suffer from low blood sugar (Hypoglycaemia) or high blood pressure. It is also not recommended for pregnant or nursing women. This herb must not be taken over a long period. Over use could be poisonous and unsafe. Some side effects include stomach cramps, anxiety, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and sensitive to sunlight. Golden Seal can interfere with the effectiveness of some prescription medications.

Today in United States Golden Seal remains one of the most popular herbs. It is a very sensitive plant that can take up to five years to mature. The demand far exceeds the supplies and this herb is also therefore one of the most costly herbal products. The herbal medicine industry has accepted Golden Seal as a natural antibiotic and a booster for the immune system.

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About the Author: Paulina Jenkins has a blog on the use of different alternative medicine. Golden Seal is an herb known for its antibiotic properties. Golden Seal has become the preferred remedy for Malaria



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