The Remedy Hut

​Other Specialized Uses (150)

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• Oregano Oil – Acts as a natural antibiotic. Take diluted in water or in capsules.

• Baking Soda – Soothes heartburn, whitens teeth. Mix with water or brush with paste.

• Activated Charcoal – Absorbs toxins. Use in capsules for food poisoning.

• Tea Tree Oil – Treats acne, fights infections. Apply diluted to skin.

• Yarrow – Stops bleeding, aids colds. Apply crushed leaves or drink tea.

• Shepherd’s Purse – Stops minor bleeding. Use tincture or compress.

• Goldenseal – Antimicrobial. Use short-term as tincture.

• Juniper Berry – Diuretic and antimicrobial. Take as tea short-term.

• Barberry – Supports liver and digestion. Use in tincture or capsules.

• Celandine – Supports liver and gallbladder. Use only with supervision.

• Bugleweed – Calms overactive thyroid. Take under guidance as tincture.

• Tansy – Repels insects and worms. Use externally in salves.

• Blue Cohosh – Aids labor (use only under guidance). Use as tincture.

• Yohimbe – Boosts circulation and libido. Use only under supervision.

• Quassia – Treats parasites, supports digestion. Use short-term as decoction.

• Mugwort – Stimulates digestion and dreaming. Use as tea or smudge.

• Rhubarb Root – Laxative, liver tonic. Use in small amounts as decoction.

• Watercress – Rich in vitamins, supports thyroid. Eat fresh in salads.

• Radish – Clears sinuses, supports digestion. Eat raw or juice.

• Bamboo Leaf – Antioxidant, calming. Use in teas or extract.

• Persimmon Leaf – Supports heart, antioxidant. Steep into tea.

• Cranberry – Prevents UTIs, supports bladder health. Drink unsweetened juice or take capsules.

• Blueberry – Improves brain health and vision. Eat fresh or as powder.

• Strawberry Leaf – Mild diuretic, anti-inflammatory. Brew dried leaves into tea.

• Raspberry Leaf – Tones uterus, supports hormones. Drink as tea.

• Goji Berries – Antioxidant-rich, supports eye health. Eat dried or add to tea.

• Barley Grass – Alkalizing, energizing. Use powder in drinks.

• Wheatgrass – Detoxifies, energizes. Juice or use powder.

• Amaranth – Nutrient-dense, supports heart health. Cook like quinoa.

• Buckwheat – High in rutin for veins. Eat as porridge or pancake flour.

• Quinoa – Complete protein, anti-inflammatory. Cook and serve warm or cold.

• Sorghum – Gluten-free, rich in antioxidants. Use in baking or porridge.

• Millet – Easy to digest, supports spleen health. Cook like rice.

• Teff – High in iron and calcium. Use in flatbreads or porridge.

• Job’s Tears (Adlay) – Anti-inflammatory, diuretic. Cook like rice or make tea.

• Sweet Potato Leaves – Nutrient-rich, support blood sugar. Stir-fry or steam.

• Grapefruit Seed Extract – Antimicrobial, antifungal. Use diluted for internal or external support.

• Lime Peel – Astringent, antimicrobial. Grate into teas or infusions.

• Orange Peel – Eases digestion. Dry and steep in hot water.

• Tangerine Peel (Chen Pi) – Regulates Qi, eases bloating. Use in traditional teas.

• Mangosteen Rind – Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory. Use as powder or decoction.

• Longan Fruit – Nourishes blood, calms mind. Eat dried or brew into tea.

• Lychee Seed – Traditionally used for pain relief. Crush and brew into decoction.

• Dragon Fruit Skin – High in antioxidants. Dry and steep into tea.

• Kumquat – Supports digestion, clears phlegm. Eat whole or make tea.

• Sapodilla Fruit – Soothes gut, rich in tannins. Eat ripe and fresh.

• Soursop Leaf – Antioxidant, pain-relieving. Steep into tea.

• Cactus (Nopal) – Regulates blood sugar, aids digestion. Eat grilled or as juice.

• Breadfruit Leaf – Supports kidney health. Boil into decoction.

• Turnip Greens – High in calcium and antioxidants. Cook lightly or add to smoothies.

• Acerola – Vitamin C-rich, supports immunity. Eat fruit or take powder.

• Agave – Soothes digestion, supports immunity. Use sap or syrup.

• Alfalfa Sprouts – Nutrient-rich, detox support. Eat fresh.

• Arrowroot – Soothes stomach, thickens food. Use as powder.

• Bamboo Shoot – Rich in silica, supports joints. Cook or eat raw.

• Banana Peel – Calms skin, supports digestion. Dry and brew into tea.

• Baobab Fruit – High in antioxidants and fiber. Mix into smoothies.

• Betel Leaf – Supports oral health, digestion. Chew or brew tea.

• Bitter Orange – Aids digestion, reduces appetite. Use peel in tea.

• Blackberry Leaf – Soothes throat, supports digestion. Brew as tea.

• Borage Seed Oil – Supports adrenal glands. Take capsules.

• Brazil Nut – Rich in selenium for thyroid. Eat 1–2 per day.

• Cabbage – Detoxifies, supports digestion. Eat raw or cooked.

• Caper – Anti-inflammatory, supports joints. Use in food.

• Cardoon – Supports liver, aids digestion. Cook or eat raw.

• Cassava – Energy source, supports digestion. Cook root or leaves.

• Chamomile German – Calms digestion, supports sleep. Brew as tea.

• Chaste Tree – Balances hormones. Use as tea or capsule.

• Cherry Stems – Diuretic, detox support. Brew as tea.

• Chestnut – Supports digestion, rich in nutrients. Roast or boil.

• Chickpea – Supports digestion, rich in fiber. Cook or sprout.

• Cinnamon Leaf – Supports circulation, digestion. Use in tea.

• Coconut Water – Hydrates, supports digestion. Drink fresh.

• Collard Greens – Rich in vitamins, supports detox. Cook or eat raw.

• Coriander Seed – Aids digestion, detoxifies. Brew as tea.

• Cottonseed Oil – Moisturizes skin. Use topically.

• Cowslip – Soothes cough, supports sleep. Brew as tea.

• Cranberry Seed – Antioxidant, supports skin. Use oil topically.

• Cress – Rich in nutrients, supports detox. Eat fresh.

• Cumin Seed – Aids digestion, reduces gas. Add to food or tea.

• Currant – Antioxidant, supports immunity. Eat fresh or dried.

• Dulse – Rich in iodine, supports thyroid. Eat dried or in soups.

• Elder Leaf – Diuretic, detox support. Use as tea (caution).

• Endive – Supports liver, aids digestion. Eat raw or cooked.

• Euphorbia – Supports respiratory health. Use as tea (with caution).

• Fava Bean – Rich in nutrients, supports digestion. Cook or eat.

• Fig – Soothes digestion, rich in fiber. Eat fresh or dried.

• Flax Oil – Supports digestion, skin health. Take as supplement.

• Galangal Root – Relieves nausea, aids digestion. Slice into tea or food.

• Ginger Lily – Soothes stomach, supports immunity. Brew as tea.

• Ginkgo Leaf – Improves memory, circulation. Take as tea or capsule.

• Ginseng Root – Boosts energy, supports immunity. Take as capsule or decoction.

• Goosefoot – Supports digestion, rich in minerals. Cook or eat raw.

• Gotu Kola Leaf – Boosts memory, circulation. Take as tea or capsule.

• Grape Leaf – Supports circulation, detox. Brew as tea.

• Grapefruit – Detoxifies, supports immunity. Eat fruit or juice.

• Green Tea – Antioxidant, supports metabolism. Brew as tea.

• Guarana – Boosts energy, supports digestion. Take as powder or capsule.

• Hawthorn Berry – Supports heart health. Take as tea or extract.

• Hazelnut – Rich in nutrients, supports heart. Eat raw or roasted.

• Hemp Seed – Supports digestion, skin health. Eat raw or oil.

• Henna – Supports skin health. Use as paste.

• Hibiscus Leaf – Lowers blood pressure, detox. Brew as tea.

• Hollyhock – Soothes throat, supports skin. Brew as tea.

• Honeysuckle – Reduces fever, supports immunity. Brew as tea.

• Hops Cone – Aids sleep, supports digestion. Steep dried cones in hot water.

• Horehound White – Eases cough, supports lungs. Brew as tea.

• Horsetail Herb – Strengthens bones, detoxifies. Brew as tea.

• Hyssop Leaf – Supports digestion, lifts spirits. Brew as tea.

• Iceland Moss – Soothes throat, supports digestion. Brew as tea.

• Jaborandi – Supports hair health. Use as tea (with caution).

• Jamaica Flower – Lowers blood pressure. Brew as tea.

• Jasmine Flower – Uplifts mood, supports digestion. Use as tea or oil.

• Jerusalem Artichoke – Supports digestion, blood sugar. Cook or eat raw.

• Jicama – Rich in fiber, supports digestion. Eat raw or cooked.

• Job’s Tears – Anti-inflammatory, diuretic. Cook like rice or make tea.

• Juniper Leaf – Diuretic, antimicrobial. Use as tea (short-term).

• Kale – Rich in nutrients, supports detox. Eat raw or cooked.

• Kelp – Iodine-rich, supports thyroid. Use flakes in food or tablets.

• Kola Nut – Boosts energy, supports digestion. Chew or brew tea.

• Kombu – Rich in iodine, supports thyroid. Add to soups.

• Kudzu Root – Supports liver, aids digestion. Use as tea or powder.

• Lapsang Souchong – Supports digestion, antioxidant. Brew as tea.

• Larch – Supports immunity, skin health. Use as extract.

• Laver – Rich in minerals, supports thyroid. Eat dried.

• Leek – Supports digestion, detoxifies. Cook or eat raw.

• Lemon Verbena – Calms stomach, uplifts mood. Brew as tea.

• Lentil – Rich in fiber, supports digestion. Cook or sprout.

• Lettuce – Soothes digestion, calms nerves. Eat raw.

• Licorice Stick – Soothes throat, aids digestion. Use in tea.

• Lily of the Valley – Supports heart (use with caution). Brew as tea.

• Linden Leaf – Lowers anxiety, reduces fevers. Drink as tea.

• Lobelia – Supports respiratory health (use with caution). Use as tea.

• Loquat Fruit – Soothes cough, supports lungs. Eat fresh or cook.

• Lotus Root – Supports digestion, rich in nutrients. Cook or eat raw.

• Lovage Root – Stimulates digestion, reduces bloating. Use fresh or tea.

• Luffa – Supports skin health, detox. Use as sponge or tea.

• Lycium – Supports eye health, immunity. Eat berries or tea.

• Maca – Balances hormones, energy. Blend powder into drinks.

• Madder – Supports kidney health. Use as tea (with caution).

• Magnolia – Calms nerves, supports digestion. Use as tea.

• Malabar Nut – Supports respiratory health. Brew as tea.

• Mallow – Soothes throat, supports digestion. Brew as tea.

• Mamey – Rich in nutrients, supports digestion. Eat fresh.

• Mango Leaf – Supports digestion, lowers blood sugar. Brew as tea.

• Maple Syrup – Supports digestion, natural sweetener. Use in moderation.

• Marigold Flower – Heals skin, supports immunity. Apply as oil.

• Marjoram Leaf – Eases muscle tension. Use in bath or tea.

• Marsh Samphire – Rich in minerals, supports detox. Eat fresh or cooked.

• Mate – Boosts energy, supports digestion. Brew as tea.

• Mayapple – Laxative (use with caution). Use as tea.

• Meadowfoam – Moisturizes skin. Use as oil.

• Milk Thistle Seed – Supports liver health. Use capsules or tea.

• Mimosa – Calms nerves, supports sleep. Use as tea.

• Mistletoe Leaf – Supports blood pressure (use with caution). Use as tea.

• Moringa Leaf – Nutrient-rich, supports immunity. Add powder to smoothies.

• Motherwort Leaf – Supports heart, emotional balance. Drink as tincture.

• Mugwort Leaf – Stimulates digestion, dreaming. Use as tea or smudge.

• Mulberry Fruit – Supports blood sugar. Eat fresh or dried.

• Mullein Seed – Soothes respiratory tract. Use as tea.

• Mustard Greens – Rich in vitamins, supports detox. Cook or eat raw.

• Myrrh Resin – Antimicrobial, heals gums. Use diluted as mouth rinse.

• Nettle Stalk – Supports joints, detoxifies. Brew as tea.

• Noni – Supports immunity, digestion. Eat fruit or juice.

• Nori – Rich in iodine, supports thyroid. Eat dried.

• Nutgrass – Supports digestion, reduces bloating. Use as tea.

• Oak Bark – Astringent, supports skin. Use as rinse.

• Oat Bran – Supports digestion, lowers cholesterol. Add to food.

• Olive Leaf – Antiviral, supports heart. Take in capsule or tea.

• Opium Lettuce – Calms nerves (use with caution). Use as tea.

• Orange Blossom – Calms nerves, aids sleep. Brew as tea.

• Oregano Leaf – Antiviral, aids digestion. Steep in hot water.

• Orris Root – Supports oral health. Use as powder.

• Pansy – Soothes skin, supports detox. Brew as tea.

• Papaya Leaf – Supports digestion, detoxifies. Brew as tea.

• Paprika – Stimulates circulation. Add to food.

• Parsley Seed – Supports kidney detox. Brew as tea.

• Passion Fruit – Mild sedative, calming. Eat fresh or brew tea.

• Patchouli Leaf – Soothes skin, reduces stress. Use as oil.

• Pau D’Arco Bark – Antifungal, immune booster. Take as tea or capsules.

• Peach Leaf – Soothes digestion, calms nerves. Brew as tea.

• Pennyroyal – Supports digestion (use with caution). Brew as tea.

• Pepper Elder – Supports immunity, digestion. Use as tea.

• Perilla – Supports respiratory health. Brew as tea.

• Persimmon Fruit – Soothes gut, rich in vitamins. Eat ripe.

• Petitgrain – Calms nerves, supports skin. Use as oil.

• Phellodendron – Supports liver, reduces inflammation. Use as tea.

• Pimento – Stimulates circulation. Add to food.

• Pipsissewa – Supports urinary health. Brew as tea.

• Plantago – Heals wounds, supports digestion. Use as tea or poultice.

• Pleurisy Root – Supports respiratory health. Brew as tea.

• Pomegranate Peel – Astringent, anti-inflammatory. Dry and brew into tea.

• Poppy Seed – Calms nerves, aids sleep. Use in food.

• Prickly Ash – Stimulates circulation. Take as tincture.

• Psyllium Seed – Aids bowel movement. Mix in water.

• Pumpkin Seed – Supports prostate, fights parasites. Eat raw or roasted.

• Purslane Leaf – Soothes skin, aids digestion. Eat fresh or cooked.

• Pygeum – Supports prostate health. Take as capsule.

• Quince Seed – Soothes throat, supports skin. Brew as tea.

• Radish Seed – Supports digestion, detoxifies. Brew as tea.

• Raisin – Supports digestion, rich in iron. Eat dried.

• Raspberry Seed – Antioxidant, supports skin. Use oil topically.

• Red Root – Supports lymphatic system. Use as tea.

• Rhubarb Leaf – Laxative (use with caution). Use as tea.

• Rice Bran – Supports digestion, skin health. Add to food.

• Roman Chamomile – Calms digestion, supports sleep. Brew as tea.

• Rose Hip – High in vitamin C, supports immunity. Brew into tea.

• Roselle – Lowers blood pressure. Brew as tea.

• Rosemary Leaf – Improves memory, enhances circulation. Use in tea.

• Rue – Supports digestion (use with caution). Brew as tea.

• Safflower Petal – Supports circulation, reduces inflammation. Use as tea.

• Sage Leaf – Soothes sore throat, aids digestion. Brew as tea.

• Salsify – Supports digestion, detoxifies. Cook or eat raw.

• Sandalwood Oil – Calms skin, reduces inflammation. Use topically.

• Sarsaparilla Root – Purifies blood, balances hormones. Brew as tea.

• Sassafras – Supports detox (use with caution). Brew as tea.

• Savory Leaf – Relieves indigestion, antimicrobial. Add to food or tea.

• Schizandra Berry – Adaptogen, supports liver. Take as tea or tincture.

• Scots Pine – Supports respiratory health. Use as tea or oil.

• Sea Holly – Supports digestion, detox. Brew as tea.

• Seaweed – Rich in minerals, supports thyroid. Eat dried or in soups.

• Self-Heal – Supports immunity, heals wounds. Brew as tea.

• Senega – Supports respiratory health. Brew as tea.

• Sesame Seed – Nourish skin and bones. Use in cooking or tahini.

• Shatavari Root – Supports female reproductive system. Take as powder.

• Sheep Sorrel – Supports detox, rich in vitamins. Brew as tea.

• Shepherd’s Needle – Supports urinary health. Brew as tea.

• Siberian Cedar – Supports immunity, skin health. Use as oil.

• Sida – Supports immunity, reduces inflammation. Use as tea.

• Skullcap Root – Eases anxiety, insomnia. Brew as tea.

• Slippery Elm Bark – Coats throat, eases acid reflux. Stir into water.

• Sloe – Supports digestion, rich in antioxidants. Eat fruit or tea.

• Snakeroot – Supports digestion (use with caution). Brew as tea.

• Soapwort – Supports skin health. Use as tea or wash.

• Solomon’s Seal – Supports joints, heals wounds. Brew as tea.

• Sorrel Leaf – Aids digestion, rich in vitamins. Eat fresh or brew tea.

• Southernwood – Repels insects, supports digestion. Use as tea.

• Soybean – Supports digestion, hormone balance. Cook or sprout.

• Spearmint – Soothes stomach, freshens breath. Brew as tea.

• Speedwell – Supports digestion, detox. Brew as tea.

• Spikenard – Calms nerves, supports skin. Use as oil.

• Spirulina Algae – Boosts energy, detoxifies. Add to smoothies.

• Spurge – Supports skin health (use with caution). Use as poultice.

• Squash – Supports digestion, rich in nutrients. Cook or eat raw.

• St. Benedict Thistle – Supports digestion, detox. Brew as tea.

• Stinging Nettle – Relieves allergies, nourishes blood. Brew as tea.

• Stone Root – Supports circulation, detox. Brew as tea.

• Strawberry Fruit – Supports digestion, rich in vitamin C. Eat fresh.

• Suma Root – Adaptogen, supports energy. Take in capsules.

• Sunflower Seed – High in vitamin E, magnesium. Snack on raw or toasted.

• Sweet Annie – Supports immunity, repels insects. Use as tea.

• Sweet Clover – Supports circulation, detox. Brew as tea.

• Sweet Woodruff – Calms nerves, supports digestion. Brew as tea.

• Sycamore – Supports skin health. Use as tea or oil.

• Tansy Leaf – Repels insects, supports digestion. Use in salves.

• Tapioca – Supports digestion, energy source. Cook or use as flour.

• Tarragon Leaf – Stimulates appetite, aids digestion. Use fresh or dried.

• Teasel – Supports joints, detoxifies. Brew as tea.

• Thuja – Supports immunity (use with caution). Use as tea.

• Tienchi Ginseng – Supports circulation, reduces bruising. Take as capsule.

• Tilia – Lowers anxiety, reduces fevers. Drink as tea.

• Toothache Plant – Numbs oral pain. Chew fresh flower.

• Tormentil – Astringent, supports skin. Use as tea or rinse.

• Tragacanth – Soothes throat, supports digestion. Use as tea.

• Trichosanthes – Supports respiratory health. Brew as tea.

• Triticale – Supports digestion, rich in fiber. Cook like wheat.

• Tulsi Leaf – Reduces stress, boosts immunity. Use as tea.

• Turkey Berry – Supports immunity, digestion. Cook or eat raw.

• Turmeric Root – Reduces inflammation. Add to food or drink.

• Turnip – Supports digestion, detoxifies. Cook or eat raw.

• Usnea Lichen – Antibacterial, antifungal. Use as tincture.

• Valerian Root – Promotes sleep. Take as capsule or tea.

• Vervain – Calms nerves, supports digestion. Brew as tea.

• Vetivert – Grounds emotions, aids sleep. Use as oil.

• Violet Flower – Soothes skin, supports detox. Brew as tea.

• Wahoo – Supports liver, detoxifies. Use as tea (with caution).

• Walnut Hull – Antiparasitic, antifungal. Use as tincture or in salves.

• Water Chestnut – Supports digestion, rich in nutrients. Eat raw or cooked.

• Wheat Berry – Supports digestion, energy. Cook or sprout.

• White Oak – Astringent, supports skin. Use as rinse.

• White Sage – Supports respiratory health. Use as smudge or tea.

• Wild Carrot – Supports digestion, detoxifies. Eat root or brew tea.

• Wild Ginger – Supports digestion, reduces nausea. Use as tea.

• Wild Indigo – Supports immunity (use with caution). Use as tea.

• Wild Marjoram – Eases muscle tension. Use in bath or tea.

• Wild Rose – Supports skin, immunity. Brew hips as tea.

• Wild Strawberry – Supports digestion, rich in vitamin C. Eat fresh.

• Willow Bark – Natural pain relief. Brew into tea.

• Winter Cress – Rich in vitamins, supports detox. Eat fresh.

• Witch Hazel Leaf – Reduces swelling, soothes skin. Dab extract.

• Woodruff – Calms nerves, supports digestion. Brew as tea.

• Wormseed – Expels parasites (use with caution). Use as tea.

• Xanthium – Supports respiratory health. Brew as tea.

• Yerba Mate – Boosts energy, supports digestion. Brew as tea.

• Yucca Root – Eases arthritis pain. Take as capsule or tea.

• Zedoary Root – Antibacterial, immune booster. Use as tea or powder.

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