eruptions.
Yarrow– used to treat open cuts and sores. Astringency helps stem flow of blood and induces sweating to help reduce fevers.
Sage– antiseptic and antibacterial properties. Drank as a tea for anxiety and insomnia and used as incense for purification.
The knowledge and skills gained over the lifetime by the elder Shaman was passed along to a apprentice. Together they would gather and collect herbs and plants. The student learning the specific use, correct amounts and skill to produce a final product for each ailment and eventually assume the position and responsibilities as the next Shaman.
As the Anishnabe people are reviving their Medicine Society so are the Herbal Practitioners. Maybe they can work together and learn from each other and cross that cultural threshold that divides our society. Please be advised to refer to a certified Practitioner before using herbal medicines.
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