I'm trying to compose a list of remedies for various ailments from plants and herbs native to my region.

Anyway, I always enjoy hearing how other people have lowered cholesterol or cured a parasite NOT using a magic pill.

So I'll start first with my way of lowering cholesterol and high blood pressure.

3 parts Flax Seed Oil
1 part Fish Liver Oil
1 part fresh carrots
2 parts lemon water (water with fresh squeezed lemon)

Purée the carrots finely and add all other parts. Stir (or blend) them again. Always shake before using, because the oil and water will separate and carrots will fall to the bottom.

Take 1 teaspoon a day or 1/2tsp in the morning; 1/2tsp at night.

Everyone I have talked to who have tried this (either with fresh ingredients or vitamin capsules) has reported a large decrease in cholesterol (as well as blood pressure if it was an issue).

Flax Seed Oil also is a good remedy for liver damage as well as seizures.


P.S. I know how to extract and use various plant parts for these purposes, and would not suggest doing it unless you've had practice doing it. There are several plants that are extremely poisonous except for the tiny "x" part. Also, there are many poisonous parts that you have to separate the poison out from the usable oils/extracts. If I use any of these plants in a remedy, I'll be sure to note it, and I suggest you do the same if you decide to post.


For colds and flus:

1 teaspoon of dried black elderberries to every 8 oz of water.

Boil water and berries until water becomes dark blue or black. Strain liquid into a cup, sweeten to taste and drink up. Tastes a bit like blueberries.

Do this 2-3 times a day while experiencing the first symptoms of a cold or flu and you will be healed within 3 days tops. Myself and my kids usually are better that day or the next day. It works surprisingly well. I swear by it.