Categories: Herbs

Jiang Huang

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1 Also Known As:
2 Jiang Huang
3 Also Used For:

Also Known As:

Curcuma, Curcumae longae rhizoma, Curcumin, Indian Saffron, Tumeric, Turmeric Root.
Curcuma longa, synonyms Curcuma domestica, Curcuma aromatica.
Family: Zingiberaceae.

Jiang Huang

Properties: PUNGENT, BITTER – WARM

Dosage: 3 – 9g.

Tumeric Rhizome

Meridian: SPLEEN, STOMACH, LIVER

-invigorate blood, unblock menses – chest and abdominal pain, amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea with cold deficiency, swelling pain

-expel wind, promote movement of blood – painful obstruction

Also Used For:

Orally, Jiang Huang/Turmeric is used for dyspepsia, hemorrhage, jaundice, hepatitis, flatulence, abdominal bloating, feelings of fullness after meals, loss of appetite, liver and gallbladder complaints, headaches, abdominal pains, chest infections, fever, diarrhea, amenorrhea, “blood rushes”, and colorectal cancer.
Topically, Jiang Huang/Turmeric is used for analgesia, ringworm, bruising, leech bites, festering eye infections, inflammatory skin conditions, inflammation of the oral mucosa, and infected wounds.
In folk medicine, Jiang Huang/Turmeric is used for diarrhea, intermittent fever, edema, bronchitis, colds, worms, leprosy, kidney inflammation, cystitis, and as an anticancer treatment.
In food and manufacturing, the essential oil is used in perfumes, and turmeric and its resin are used as a flavor and color component in foods. Turmeric is also a culinary spice and a major ingredient in curry powder.

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Lorna McFadden, DCH

I have been a certified dental assistant for the past 16 years. Over that time I have been interested in many of the healing arts. In 1993, I became a reflexologist and continued to study other forms of alternative health. My passion for Homeopathy began when I was treated by a homeopath in 1998. I really resonated with the philosophy and treatment of homeopathy. Only after a few consultations I knew I had to become involved and help heal others. With restored health and a great deal of energy, I am driven to study this wonderful healing art. I have successfully completed the first milestone in my homeopathic career by graduating from the Vancouver Homeopathic Academy. I hope to write my Certification of Classical Homeopathy in the next few years. I am a member of the West Coast Homeopathic Society and regularly attend study sessions to stay updated and educated. I also attend local trade shows and educate the public on Homeopathy. I am recently married and reside in Langley with two cats and a golden retriever named Montana. My animals are wonderful homeopathic patients.