The French Herbal

Ayurvedic, homeopathic, Hippocratic: what are constitutions based on, and what are they actually for? A practical look at how the Vata, Pitta and Kapha doshas can help guide herb selection, with real-life examples and their limits.

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(00:00) Introduction

(01:15) What Is a Constitution?

(05:19) Example: The Ayurvedic Doshas

(12:26) Free eBook: Herbal Teas for the 4 Seasons!

(12:42) Situations In Which They Are Helpful

(15:15) In Practice

(17:32) It's not Scientific!

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Explore the proven benefits of reishi mushroom in immunity, cancer support, fatigue, and sleep—plus forms, dosages, and precautions for safe use.

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(00:00) Introduction

(02:32) Botanical information

(04:32) Reishi in Chinese Medicine

(09:46) Constituents

(13:16) Reishi as Immune Regulator

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(16:06) Reishi in Integrative Oncology

(20:06) Chronic Fatigue

(20:33) Calming and Sleep Aid

(21:05) Organ Protector (Liver, Kidneys, Heart, Bones)

(23:07) The Many Other Properties

(25:09) Simplifying: What I Use it For

(26:04) Forms and Dosages

(30:54) Precautions

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Explore natural solutions for eye floaters and myodesopsia. Discover proteolytic enzymes, herbal teas, and science-backed supplements to support vitreous health and restore vision clarity.

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(00:00) Introduction

(01:09) What Are Floaters and Why Do They Appear?

(05:38) Different Solutions Proposed Today

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(09:27) Natural Substances and Plants

(19:30) Protocol Example

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Discover dandelion's medicinal benefits for liver, digestion, and kidney health. Western herbalism guide with traditional uses, dosages, recipes, and safety precautions.

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(00:00) Introduction

(01:41) Botanical information

(05:15) Parts used

(05:28) Constituents

(07:00) Wings the hepatic sponge and rinses the renal...

(07:29) A major liver tonic and liver protector

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(11:24) Useful applications in our herbal practice

(13:05) Digestive properties

(16:04) Dandelion leaf as a powerful diuretic

(17:16) Dandelion to "prevent deposits"

(17:51) Hypertension

(18:17) Premenstrual water retention

(18:39) Water retention due to food sensitivities (gluten)

(19:20) For joint pain

(20:21) Chronic skin issues

(20:56) Anti-cancer properties

(22:37) Forms and dosages

(23:50) Precautions

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Explore the French depurative cure—a traditional spring wellness practice using medicinal herbs like dandelion and rosemary. Discover its history, why it disappeared, and when to practice it todayFree eBook on preparing your herbal teas for the 4 seasons:https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/obtain-your-free-ebook/Link to the article: https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/podcast/french-depurative-cure-the-spring-herbal-cleanse-tradition/(00:00) Introduction(01:46) Complex mixes vs. single herbs(03:06) Puke and purge(04:19) Why the depurative cure?(06:29) Free eBook: Herbal Teas for the 4 Seasons!(06:45) The cure in a few words(09:07) Why did it disappear?(10:56) Applicability to today's world(12:25) ExampleDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal remedies, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or take medications.

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(00:00) Introduction

(00:29) Background information: how I got to know the b...

(03:24) Part 1: The Methods

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(09:55) Part 2: The Plants

(10:55) What makes this book special

(11:16) Example of what you can do with this book

(14:56) Conclusion

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(00:00) Introduction

(00:54) Cowslip - The Plant

(05:06) Parts used

(05:16) Historical uses

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(07:28) Cowslip flowers for the nervous system

(10:03) Headaches and migraines

(10:31) Restless sleep

(11:04) Aromatic roots for the lungs

(13:37) Topical applications

(14:02) Forms and quantities

(15:13) Precautions

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(00:00) Introduction

(01:09) Botanical and gardening information

(02:36) Parts used

(03:10) Constituents and energetics

(04:14) Anxiety with palpitations

(05:14) Heart rhythm issues

(08:02) Hypertension

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(09:58) Hyperthyroidism

(10:37) Menstruation issues (delayed menses, painful pe...

(14:23) Menopause and Hot Flashes

(14:58) Absence of Lochia

(15:45) Preparations and dosages

(17:27) Precautions

(17:56) Conclusion (and Summary)

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Dr. Jean-Loup Mouysset on how integrative approaches—stress management, nutrition, physical activity, social support, and complementary therapies—can improve cancer treatment results alongside conventional medicine. Based on 30 years of clinical data.

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(00:00) Introduction

(01:52) The Context and Shocking Numbers

(03:40) The Evidence

(05:18) The Barriers

(07:37) Free eBook: Herbal Teas for the 4 Seasons

(07:54) The PACTE Framework

(08:17) Stress Management

(09:35) Nutrition

(11:25) Physical Activity

(11:54) Social Connections

(13:15) Complementary Therapies

(15:44) Deepest Insight from the interview

(17:16) The Ressource Center

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(01:49) My own experience with fire

(03:52) What smoke does to our lungs

(07:15) Free eBook: Herbal Teas for the 4 Seasons

(07:31) Herbal strategies

(10:30) Category 2: Aromatic Expectorants

(10:40) Category 1: Mucilaginous Plants

(11:03) Category 3: Plants rich in silica

(12:10) Composing a tea blend

(13:40) Herbal Inhalations

(15:05) Eye and Sinus Wash

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