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Corn Silk Herb

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Herb:  CORN SILK HERB

Botanical name:  Zea mays

Origin:  Bulgaria/Kenya

Therapeutic actions:  Anti-Cancer; Alterative; Cholagogue; Demulcent; Diuretic; Hypoglycemic; Hypotensive; Lithotriptic; Stimulant; Vasodilator

Nutrients:  Calcium, Chromium, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Niacin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Vitamins A, B1, B3, C and K

Drug Interactions: No known drug interactions.

Description:  It contains the cell-proliferant and wound-healing substance allantoin, which speeds the healing process. It also acts on the bladder, kidney and small intestine.

Internal uses:  It helps to reduce blood sugar levels and so is used in the treatment of diabetes mellitus, cystitis, gonorrhea, gout and to promote the flow of bile.  It has also been very beneficial to the urinary tract for infections and other kidney and bladder problems. It has been used to control bleeding during childbirth. It has been helpful for children with bedwetting difficulties.

Other uses: Carpal tunnel syndrome, edema, obesity, premenstrual syndrome and prostate disorders.

External uses:  A good emollient poultice for ulcers, swellings and rheumatic pains. It is widely used in the treatment of cancer, tumors and warts.

Suggested Dosage: Tincture 2-3 teaspoons daily, 10-15 ml daily

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Dr. Truman Berst

Doc Truman started his training in 1961 with Dr. Norma Myers, Master Herbalist and Dean of Green Shores Herbal College in Vancouver, B.C. Dr. Myers was an Iroquois Native American, and a close friend of Nurse Renee Cassie. Dr. Truman continued his research with Dr. Myers until her death in 1988, when she gave him Power of Attorney to carry on her Christian Ministry of Natural Health Research and Education. He received a BS, Masters, and Ph.D. from Green Shores Herbal College in Ethnobotany and Phytotherapy. He is a graduate Master Herbalist, Chartered Herbalist, and Master of Herbology. He also received his Credentials of Ministry and Bishops Certificate from The Christian Heritage Institute, Florence, Oregon. In the last 62 years, Truman has researched and studied with many of the world’s greatest advocates of natural healing, including Dr. John R. Christopher. He also was the Executive Director of Sales for Nature’s Herbs. He founded Health & Herbs a not-for-profit Unincorporated Private Member Association that is an outreach of Good Shepherd Ministries. Truman is a member of the, American Herb Association, American Botanical Council, and Herb Research Foundation. He has created more than 14,000 natural remedies in the forms of extracts, teas, powders, salves, creams, lotions, capsules and tablets and more.

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