Dr. Christopher's V-Vein Formula for Varicose Veins & Hemorrhoids

    I was pretty excited when Christopher's came out with the V-Vein Formula a few years ago because I knew it would be able to help a lot of people.  The herbs in Dr. Christopher’s V-Vein Formula are specific and time tested in curing varicose veins.

    The number one herb is Japanese Pagoda flower buds. This herb has been shown to strengthen and fix the permeability of the veins cellular walls.

    Bilberries support normal formation of connective tissues and protect veins from further damage.

    Gotu Kola, Ginger and Hawthorne improve peripheral circulation and strengthen cellular tissues.

    Butcher’s broom also contains rutin plus substances called ruscogenins that decrease swelling.
   
    Marshmallow root is the best soothing and anti-inflammatory herb.

    Collinsonia root is the most effective herb for hemorrhoids, which is a terrible type of varicose veins.

    Dr. Christopher’s V-Vein Formula comes in capsules and massage oil and for the best results it is recommended to use both together.  I have had a half-dollar sized spot of spider veins on one of my legs for years.  It suddenly looked worse in the spring so I started using the V-Vein massage oil on it.  I am happy with the results so far, and it likely would be a whole lot better if I took the capsules and remembered to use the oil on it more than once a day.  For the treatment I have done, I am happy with the results so far and can see that over time it will get completely healed up.

    Dr. Christopher’s V-Vein Formula is an affordable painless treatment for Varicose Veins, including hemorrhoids.  It certainly is at the top of my list for this type of problem.

Have a great month!
Kathryn

The Ability To Heal Is Within You

    We all want to be healthy, and without health having all the money in the world means nothing.  The older I get the harder I work at being healthy.  I have had some interesting health challenges for many years and am really just putting it all together. For me it is all related to the same problem,  I’ve never fully gotten the good bacteria balanced in my gut.  Numerous times throughout the years I have been doing Dr. Christopher’s Candida Program, over and over again. The thing I have been messing up on is continuing on with the probiotics to make sure I stay balanced.

    I had a reoccurring bladder infection that cropped up last year after being gone for five years.  Then after indulging over the holidays last Christmas I started the new year with thrush in my mouth.  I went on the candida program and  I started taking  Nature's Way Primadophilus Optima Women's probiotic which is  90 billion CFU a 10 strain blend specifically designed for women.  The bladder problem cleared up and the thrush did too, as long as I stayed off of sugar.  I felt like I was doing well, so in July dropped down to the Primadophilus Original which is only 5 billion CFU.

     I started indulging in sugar July as well and I ended up with a weird rash on my hands that wouldn’t go away no matter which Dr Christopher ointment I tried.  I went to a doctor in my area that specializes in candida and he confirmed that the rash was a fungal rash.  It was then that I realized that I had really made a mistake by not staying on the stronger Primadophilus.  The more I learn about the gut I realize that if we don’t keep it in balance we are going to have all kinds of health issues.

    I have been working more on diet this year, learning how to ferment vegetables and eat them. I now make my own yogurt which is something I never liked to eat, but have grown to love.  I take Primadophilus Optima for Women in the morning and then either one Primadophilus Optima or 2 - 3 Primadophilus Original with each meal.  I am continuing with the Candida program to get myself balanced.  I am realizing that sugar is not my friend and learning other ways to make sweet treats at home, and not be tempted by foods that are going to hurt me. 

    Many diseases are linked to an imbalance of good bacteria in the gut.  Autoimmune diseases, low immune system, weight gain, chronic inflammation, kidney disease and more.  I’m happy that I am finally understanding the importance of continuing to use the Probiotics and look forward to continued healing and good health in the years to come.

    We carry Nature’s Way Probiotics and for the month of October they are 30% off plus an extra 5% off.

Have a great month!
Kathryn

Dr. Christopher's Joint Formula - Not Your Ordinary Pain Relief Formula

    The reason I like to use herbs is the fact that they treat the problem to bring about wellness vs. masking the problem.  There are many medications to treat arthritis pain and that is all they do, and most people are happy with that.  What people need to understand is that herbs can heal the problem.

    I was suddenly struck with arthritis over 18 years ago after a surgery.  Overnight I went from being an active mother of two children that could to anything, to being a cripple.  I had arthritis from head to toe and really suffered for a year trying to get help.  Doctors only had medication to offer me, and when I did research on the medication I decided I would rather be in pain than take them.

    Lucky for me in our town we have a Dr. Christopher’s Herb Shop and I walked in and was able to get the help I needed.  The first week on the herbs I was so much better I knew I was on the right path.  It took me several years to get the complete healing, but it did happen! I came to love Dr. Christopher’s formulas because they really work, and I am walking proof of that!  I find it interesting that people will spend so much money on medications both over the counter and prescriptions and not get what they truly want, to be healed!

    The herbs in Dr. Christopher’s Joint Formula detoxify and act as a solvent for the calcium deposits in the joints.  It contains herbs that relieve pain, and are rich in organic calcium that can be assimilated and useful. Joint formula also contains herbs that kill fungus and infection and give wonderful relief from the pain.

    Last week I had an arthritis flare-up in my left thumb joint and I did nothing about it . After a few days. I realized that it wasn’t getting better and the pain was affecting my ability to do anything.  I was amazed after a day of taking Dr. Christopher’s Joint Formula how much better my thumb felt. There must have been some calcium deposits in the joint.  I’ll continue to take the Joint Formula for a few weeks or so to make sure I get all the deposits out.  Nice to know that I have this formula for arthritis flare-ups.  I took the Joint formula for over two years to clear things up initially.  Now arthritis flare-ups clear more quickly which is the result you want when you are spending your money!

     Dr. Christopher recommends apple cider vinegar in a solution of 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and 1 tablespoon of honey in a glass of distilled water to help with joint issues.  Drink this solution 3 times a day.

Read more about my arthritis story.

 It is easier than ever to buy all the Dr. Christopher Formulas you need, we have them all here at Herbs First.

Kathryn

Dr. Christopher's Fall Sale - 30% + extra 10% off

 This is the sale you have been waiting all year for!
Dr. Christopher’s Fall Sale
Stock up for Winter!!!

30% + extra 10% off 
Dr. Christopher's 
capsules, extracts, syrups, ointments & oils
when you order two or more items
Order early, no back-orders on out of stocks!

    Those of you in the northern cold winter states, please order now to avoid the problem of liquids freezing in the frigid winter temperatures.  Alcohol extracts generally are okay shipping, but the syrups and glycerin extracts can freeze in very cold temperatures.  Order now to be safe.

    Dr. Christopher’s Original Formulas have been longtime favorites of customers for years, because they really work! If you haven’t tried them yet, what are you waiting for?  Learn about healing programs on Herbal Legacy and then come back to Herbs First to save the most on these amazing healing formulas. 

    Dr. Christopher's Formulas, time-tested, manufactured since 1945, trusted by millions of people because they work. Dr. Christopher strongly insisted his company only manufacture herbal products using the whole herb, never extracting a single ingredient. He understood the necessity of using herbs the way nature had intended them, in their whole state. No chemicals or chemical clones are used, no added fillers, flow agents, and never any genetically modified ingredients. As the saying goes "You get what you pay for", and with Dr. Christopher’s you are getting the best!

    Time and time again, we hear from customers that they tried another brand but did not experience the same results as with Dr. Christopher's Formulas. To this, we reply it is because the quality and experience that is put into every bottle made. From the fields that harvest the herbs, through the state of art manufacturing processes, down to the finished product that our customers take daily.

Have a great month!
Kathryn

Spices that are Herbs for Healing

    I enjoy the fact that so many spices we use in our kitchen are also amazing healing herbs.  We have many of these spice-herbs available in essential oils, vegicaps, extracts and bulk, making them easy to use for everyone.

    Celery Seed is a natural diuretic, that can reduce excess water buildup and decrease the uric acid that causes pain and inflammation in gout and arthritis. Available in essential oil, vegicaps, extract and bulk.

    Cinnamon, a favorite in cooking and amazing as an herb.  Cholesterol reducer, pain reliever, diabetes treatment, weight loss, yeast infection fighter and more.  Who knew that this little spice could do so much?  Available in essential oil, vegicaps, extract and bulk.

    Clove is an aromatic spice that does wonders as an herb.  Used in parasite cleanses, for digestive problems, toothaches, insect bites, as a bug repellant, for rheumatoid arthritis, etc.  Available in essential oil, vegicaps, extract and bulk.

     Cumin is a great source of iron and calcium and has been shown to lower blood sugar levels, has antibacterical properties, and used for digestive problems and gas. Available in bulk powder and whole seed.

    Fennel helps digestion and relieves indigestion, gas, dyspepsia and colic, as well as reducing intestinal spasms. Available in essential oil, vegicaps, extract and bulk as well as in the The Garden Essence oil blend Digestion.

    Garlic, known to all as the herbal antibiotic, used anciently in both healing and nutrition. Used as a nerve tonic, lowering hypertension, equalizer of blood circulation, and helpful for respiratory infections.  Available in vegicaps, extract and bulk as well as in Dr. Christopher’s Super Garlic Immune Formula and Western Botanicals Anti-Plague formula in vegicaps and syrup.
   
    Ginger is one that I have used for motion sickness. When taken before the trip and I always do fine in the car or on the plane.  Use Ginger at the onset of your period, it is incredible for keeping the cramping at a minimum.  Ginger is available in essential oil, vegicaps, extract and bulk.

You can purchase single herbs as well as many herbal formulas at Herbs First.

Have a great month!
Kathryn

Single Herbs in Vegicaps, Extract and Bulk

    People are amazed at the variety of single herbs that we have available from Western Botanicals.  People get comfortable using the formulas and don’t realize what single herbs are used for.  It is worth having the Ailments CD which is free with the coupon code AilmentCD with a $100.00 herb order.  You can search which herbs and formulas to use for ailments, and learn about single herbs and what they are used for. 

Single Herbs Available from Acai to Yucca

Acai Berry is very high in antioxidants with even more ORAC value than cranberry, raspberry, blackberry, strawberry, or blueberry. Available in powder which is easy to add to fruit smoothies. Available in vegicaps.

Alfalfa, Dr Christopher shares a story in his Herb Lectures CD's about the family that was incarcerated in a concentration camp during the Nazi occupation of Europe. The family found the strength to carry them through to the end of the war when they were released. The key was an alfalfa plant growing in the corner of the compound inside the fence. Each member of the family secretly ate a few leaves of the plant every day, allowing the alfalfa plant to replenish its leaves throughout the long months. The family obtained the necessary nutrients from the plant and maintained their health while others around them dropped dead from malnutrition. Alfalfa is in Dr. Christopher's Jurassic Green and I have found that Alfalfa is very essential to my diet. Alfalfa is available in vegicaps, alcohol extract and bulk.

Cayenne is one of Dr. John R. Christopher's favorite herbs and is used in many of this herbal formulas.  Available in vegicaps, alcohol extract, syrup and bulk.

Dandelion, a weed we all despise in our lawns, but an amazing herb that is high in protein, calcium, Vitamin A, C and B, and more.  Works as a liver cleanser as well as promoting the elimination of uric acid from joints.  A life saver to me back when I had gout. Available in vegicaps, alcohol extract and bulk.

Kava Kava, my favorite muscle relaxant. I keep it by my bedside and take it on nights when I need it. Available in vegicaps, alcohol extract and bulk.

Yucca, used for inflammation of all sorts, including joint inflammations, bleeding, dandruff and hair loss. Used successfully to treat arthritis and rheumatism and related disorders. One of the herbs in Dr. Christopher’s Joint Formula.  Available in bulk.

You can purchase single herbs in vegicaps, herbal extracts and bulk, as well as many herbal formulas at Herbs First.

Have a great month!
Kathryn

ImmuBoost Do It Yourself Kit

    Fall is a great time to get your extracts brewing.  A few months ago  I took a Healing @ Home class from Dr. Kyle Christensen, the author of the book Herbal First Aid and Health Care.  He is a founder of Western Botanicals, and I have greatly enjoyed getting to know him and taking his classes.  He taught us how to make the Immune Boost Syrup and you are going to learn how easy it is to Do It Yourself!

    The ImmuBoost Do It Yourself Kit we have put together will make six gallons of finished Immuboost Syrup.  One gallon of Western Botanicals Immune Boost Syrup (thirty-two 4 oz. bottles) would cost  $900.00 and you can order it here if you don't want to make your own.  If you split this order of herbs with six people it will cost each person about $32.00 just for the herbs, with shipping!  Buy 2 bottles of Vodka and 2 quarts of Maple Syrup (for each gallon) from your local store and it would cost about $90.00 total to make a gallon of syrup.  That is 10% of what it would cost to buy it already made. 
Making extracts is easy, after you make one for the first time you will rarely buy prepared extracts.  You can get so much more for the money! Canning season is going on right now and bottles are easy to get.  I bought a pack of 6 two quart (half gallon) jars for $7.99.  I've seen them as much as $11.99, but whatever you pay for the bottles you will have them for a very long time.

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Directions for making ImmuBoost Syrup

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ImmuBoostFormula do-it-yourself kit will make 6 gallons of finished product. Buy this if you want a huge amount, or have people you can split the order with. This is the only size we can put together.

About ImmuBoost Formula: this formula contains some of the most powerful immune stimulants known. ImmuBoost strengthens the immune system to better fight off viruses, and infections. ImmuBoost increases the number of immune cells in the body.

The primary ingredient in ImmuBoost is Echinacea. Echinacea has been scientifically proven to stimulate the immune system, reduce inflammation, destroy harmful bacteria and speed wound healing. This very powerful and potent herbal combination should be used at the first sign of illness.

Purchase the ImmuBoost Formula do-it-yourself kit by clicking on the add to cart button on the page. This will add all the herbs to your cart that you need for this formula, which are:

2 - Echinacea Root (Angustifolia) - cut 16 oz.

1 - Echinacea Root (Angustifolia) cut 4 oz.

1 - Echinacea Root (Purpurea) - cut 16 oz.

1 - Cat's Claw Bark - cut 4 oz.

1 - Cinnamon Bark - cut 4 oz.

1 - Ginseng, Siberian (Eleuthro Root) - cut 4 oz.

1 - Pau D'arco Bark - cut 4 oz.

1- Usnea Lichen - whole 4 oz.

Other item you need to purchase from a local supplier.

    6 - one gallon jars or 12 - 1/2 gallon wide mouth jars to make tincture/extract in

    12 - 2 liter bottles of 80 to 100 proof Vodka

    12 quarts Maple Syrup, or buy as needed to make the great tasting syrup.

    Combine all the herbs except Usnea Lichen in a very large container that has a lid. The one I use holds 42 cups. Mix the ingredients well and then put either 4 cups into a gallon bottle, or 2 cups into a 1/2 gallon bottle. Divide the Usnea Lichen into equal parts for the gallons or quarts. About 2/3 of an ounce each for the gallon bottle or 1/3 of an ounce for the 2 quart bottle. Break it up a bit and then put in into the bottle on top of the other herbs. It is pretty sticky, so just do your best with it.

    Fill the bottle with Vodka one inch from the top - it takes about two, 2 liter bottles to fill the gallon, one 2 liter bottle to fill the 1/2 gallon. Put the lid on tightly and then shake it around to get the herbs all mixed with the Vodka. Put in a dark place and shake 2 to 3 times a day. Let tincture brew for a minimum of two weeks and up to six weeks.

    Strain and press the herbs out of the tincture/extract. Use a potato masher or squeeze it through a paint strainer or cheese cloth to get all of the liquid out of the herbs. Discard the herbs and bottle the finished extract. ImmuBoost tincture/extract can be used with the alcohol, put a dropperful into a cup of hot water to let the alcohol disperse, or make the yummy kid version with Maple Syrup that follows.  The extract in the Vodka has an indefinite shelf life if kept in a cool dark place.

    Measure the tincture/extract and put it in a pot on the stove on very low heat to let the alcohol evaporate off. Reduce it down to half of what you started with. Add an equal amount of maple syrup to bring it up to the original volume. Make a batch with the Maple Syrup that you can use up in a year or so and keep refrigerated.  Make the syrup as you need it and you can have this on hand for a long long time!  Dosage is usually a dropperful, which is what naturally is drawn into the pipette.

    Click here to order amber bottles, dropper bottles, spray bottles and roller bottles.

Feel free to email me or call me 801-228-1901, if you have any questions. Have a great month!
Kathryn

The kids just got back to school and they are sick already...

    It never fails that after a long summer you are relieved to get the kids back to school only to have them come home with a cold.  Sound familiar??  When we get sick it is because our own immune system isn’t as strong as it needs to be. For a quick immune boost start on Western Botanicals Immune Boost formula which contains some of the most powerful immune stimulants known.  Immune Boost strengthens your immune system to better fight off viruses, and infections. Immune Boost increases the number of immune cells in your body.

    The primary ingredient in Immune boost is Echinacea. Echinacea has been scientifically proven to stimulate the immune system, reduce inflammation, destroy harmful bacteria and speed wound healing. This very powerful and potent herbal combination should be used at the first sign of illness.

    For the little ones and others who enjoy taking a great tasting fast acting liquid extract Western Botanicals Immune Boost Syrup is preserved with Maple Syrup. I was amazed the first time I tried this formula, it tastes fantastic, kids will willingly take this formula.  Keep it where they can’t get into it themselves or they will go through the whole bottle! So nice to have a formula that the kids won’t be running away from!

Buy Immune Boost Formula alcohol extract, vegicaps and great tasting syrup!

    FYI - sugar is one of the biggest immune suppressers you can eat. In the book "Get The Sugar Out" by Ann Louise Gittleman M.S. C.N.S Ms. Gittleman says, "No matter what form it takes, sugar paralyzes the immune system." Do more research on sugar so that you will understand how important it is to work on diet to stay healthy.

    In our next newsletter for all of those do-it-yourselfers, we will be sharing how to make Immune Boost Syrup. Just a hint, this makes a big batch, so start thinking of friends you can share it with!

    We hope you enjoy using Western Botanicals Immune Boost Formula. Have a great month!

Garden Essence Oils - Quality Determines Results

    The question I get from people about Garden Essence Oils is how do to they compare to doTERRA and Young Living Essential Oils?  Both doTERRA and Young Living sell oils via multi-level marketing. That means many levels of people are making profit off of every purchase you make.  The price you pay for their oils are considerably higher in order to pay the people upline. I have always found the products from this type of company to be of very good quality which is always a good thing.

   
    Garden Essence buys from very reputable suppliers that test the oils for purity.  Garden Essence only buys the best oils that are 100% pure, single species, first distillation, guaranteed free of pesticides and herbicides. These oils are 100% pure, natural, and uncut oils. Many people are comparing Garden Essence Oils to the multi-level marketed oils and love the price and the quality of the oils. They are only marketed via regular stores, so the price will always be lower than MLM.

    If you have been buying oils in hopes of getting rich and it hasn’t happened yet, it is time to change your oil! You will be happy with Garden Essence Oils.  Compare the pricing of what you have been buying for single oils and oil blends.  The great pricing is due to the fact that you aren't paying all those levels of people, just paying for the oils. 

    Garden Essence Oils are always discounted from the retail price.  With Garden Essence Oils you can afford to buy the oils and use them too!  It is time to find out for yourself how wonderful and affordable these oils are!  Order some today!

Herbs are not addicting, only healing

    The most recent radio show on A Healthier You,  David and Fawn Christopher talk about the recent reports of more and more pain killer deaths in the United States. Deaths for women for prescription drug overdose is up 400% from twelve years ago and up 265% for men. Simple fact is if you don’t take drugs you won’t die from an overdose!

    Some of the reasons I got into natural health care was first to have control of my health which I enjoy doing very much. Another was to avoid the problems that occur with conventional medications, dependancy being one of them. I have turned down pain prescriptions after dental work and surgeries, though they would always insist I take it with me just in case. I have never filled a pain prescription and have always done just fine using the herbs to treat the pain as well as aid in the healing process.

    The top of the list that David talked about is Dr. Christopher's Complete Tissue and Bone Formula which I always take for any type of surgery or injury.  It works for pain and for healing.  When you start hurting you know you need to take more. Over time your body gets well and you don’t need it anymore.  No fear of addiction when you use herbs.

    The next formula David talked about in the radio show is Dr. Christopher's Nerve Formula.  This is great for nerve pain and repair.  Many people have nerve pain and as someone that has had nerve damage due to dental work I can attest to the fact that nerve pain really hurts. I used Dr. Christopher's Relax-Eze which is another nerve formula.  It took about six months to repair the damage, but once it was repaired, I had no more pain.  And again, no addiction, only healing.

    Another reason for pain is inflammation. Many people aren’t realizing that inflammation is caused by poor diet. We have a great formula to help inflammation, but the best thing do to is to work on diet.  Here are a couple of links to help you with diet changes: Traci's Transformational Kitchen and Original Fast Foods. 

    In the meantime, Western Botanicals Anti-Inflammation formula will help you while you work on diet changes.  Anti-Inflammation Formula is effective in dramatically reducing pain and inflammation, and the herbs used are some of the safest available and can be used on a long-term basis. So if you don’t work on diet, you can buy this formula forever!  We don’t mind!

    The list goes on and on and there are herbs to treat any illness or disease.  Education is the key to your “vehicle”. Traditional medicine is not about health, it is just damage control. The School of Natural Healing has their  Family Herbalist course for only $195.00, get started today! It is well worth it to learn how to take care of yourself. 

    Have a great month!
    Kathryn