PRICKLY ASH

The action of Prickly Ash is that of an overall stimulant. The demand for a stimulant should not be abused, such as with coffee. Prickly Ash is not a neuro-whip like excessive coffee, but an agent to swallow up fatigue produced by lactic and uric acids [wastes acids that cause fatigue].

This produces renewed vigor and alertness as if a person had just had a good sleep. The action is slower than Cayenne, but within minutes, the effects are distinctly noted. The stimulating activity is not overshadowed by the calming effect on the nerves.

It has a more enduring effect than the stimulation noted by Cayenne. In problems of paralysis, syphilis, skin disorders and lymphatic engorgement, the deobstruent properties of Prickly Ash make it an effective agent for clearing and correcting those afflictions. In the over-relaxed condition of the female system and under-functioning tissue, these are traded for new tone and efficiency.

Prickly Ash should not be overlooked for asthma and cold extremities or colic, diarrhea and dropsy [fluid retention].

Dose | 10 to 40 drops three times per day or as needed

This information is about historical observations and historical information relating to herbs. This information is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice by licensed physicians. A person should consult a physician regularly in all matters relating to medical problems, especially in matters of diagnosing, treating or curing diseases or other physical or mental conditions. This information has not been verified by the American Medical Association or the Food and Drug Administration.