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CATNIP
(Nepeta cataria)
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Catnip is dedicated to Bast, the Egyptian
cat-goddess, and Egyptians used to say it had increased joy,
agreement and living force.
Catnip is used for tea - you
should drink it in the evening, since it enables good dreams, by
relaxing tired nerves. The tea also soothes swellings and stops
stomach pains caused by cold and flu. It grows the menstruation
flood and it should not be consumed by pregnant women. [Water ++]
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CAULIFLOWER
(Brassica oleraceaea botrytis)
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Cauliflower is a variety of cabbage grown up for
its flower: it looks like a bouquet. It became popular in Ancient
Greece, where it used to be consumed for freeing feminine
energies and for increasing Moon cycle. Their external leaves are
used for salads or boiled (under the lid). They should be
consumed when hot. [Water ++]
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CHAMOMILE
(Matricaria chamomilla)
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Chamomile would be used by Egyptians, Greeks and
Vikings for curing the entire body. The plant has a cleansing and
smoothening effect. If it is burnt like the incense, you may use
it for a more profound meditation. The tea is a good tonic for
the nerves. People say that card players who wash their hands
with chamomile tea have more chance to win a game. The tea also
prevents menstrual cramps and the therapists prescribe it to
women in case of infertility. It is a good remedy for asthma,
gall stones, diarrhoea, toothache, middle ear infections. [Water
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CHERRIES
(Cerasus avium)
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Cherries used to be associated to feminine energy
and divination; they would be used all over the world for
exorcism, for attracting suitors and for foreseeing. The cherry
is related with the plum and it has been famous ever since
Neolithic era. Its fruits are diuretic, easily digestible and are
recommended instead of sugar for those who suffer from diabetes
as well as from gout. [Air ++]
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CHILLI PEPPERS
(Capsicum annuum)
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Chili peppers are the fruits of certain tropical
plants. They are filled with creative energy. They turn yellow
from green and then, red as far as they ripen. Both chili and
sweet peppers back up vitality and growing up. For a maximum of
esoteric benefit, they should be consumed uncooked, pickled or
slightly cooked (baked), but never boiled. [Fire +++]
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CHIVES
(Allium schoenoprasum)
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Chives would be used uncooked by Ancient Greeks:
for cooking and curing. In Middle Age, it used to be taken in
case of melancholy and for performing exorcism. They say it would
help defeating negative customs and protecting against evil
temptations. Scientific research have proved that it had
stimulated fats burning and had reduced cholesterol. [Fire +++]
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CORIANDER or CILANTRO
(Coriandrum sativum)
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Coriander makes people fall in love. Smash the
seeds and mix them with red wine to
produce a strong aphrodisiac drink. If we eat it uncooked, it
stimulates intelligence. It also contains some diuretic
substances who reduce blood pressure and improve headaches. [Fire
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CINNAMON
(Cinnamomum zeylanicum)
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Cinnamon is an extract of a flavoured tree who is
related to laurel. Some consider it improves the spirit and the
psychic vision by stimulating chakra of the Crown. The tree must
grow up for 8 years until its bark is mature enough to be
harvested. Cinnamon oil would be used by Egyptians for
mummification. It used to be considered as a sacred oil by
Hebrews and they would use it for their rituals. It would be
dedicated to the Greek God of Extasy, Dionyssos. If we burn it
for its flavour or we add it into the meals, it increases the
spiritual energy. This spice is also known for its
therapeutic properties: antiseptic and good against toothaches.
It also stops diarrhoea, reduces blood pressure and increases the
secretion of insulin. [Fire +++]
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CLOVER
(Trifolium)
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Clover is a type of grass who tastes tart. It can
be often added to salads. Red clover is used for tea also: it has
a good taste and soothes the nerves and makes blood become
healthier. Certain studies suggest that it slows down the
development of cancer cells. [Ground +]
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CLOVES
(Eugenia caryophyllata)
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Cloves are the buds of a tree who grows up on
mountain slopes. They are used for attracting love and welfare
and for psychical protection. Chinese used to call them "bird
tongues", Europeans - "Heavenly grains". Romans
would burn them like incense for preventing people from lying and
gossiping about. Cloves would be used in the Middle Age for
controlling plague and curing impotence. Specialists in herbs
prescribe them as a natural cure against pains and as
anti-inflammation element. [Fire +++]
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COCOA
(Theobroma cacao)
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Cocoa is a powder obtained from dried,
half-fermented seeds of the cocoa tree. The seeds are dried out
and burnt for obtaining chocolate. Maya people and Aztecs used to
consider it a divine drink and drank it with a lot of respect.
Actually, the seeds of the cocoa tree would be considered so
precious so that Maya people would use them as a trade coin. The
chocolate increases the level of emotional energy and induces
ecstatic feelings of love by stimulating the chakra of the Heart.
This belief is the origin of the custom of offering gifts
(consisting in chocolate boxes) to women for winning their
hearts. The carob is a natural seed of a tree; we can burn it,
dry it and use it as a chocolate substitute. It maintains health
and protects us from evil forces. [Fire ++]
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COCONUT
(Cocos nucifera)
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Coconut has been used for a long time ago, for
chastity and purifying rituals, by many peoples of Pacific
islands - for protection. People say it increases diversity and
opens up to positive spiritual influences. Coconut milk was
dedicated to the Greek goddess of wisdom, Athena and Ganymedes,
the young cup-bearer of gods. [Water ++]
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COFFEE
(Coffea arabica)
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Coffee had been drinking like a tonic in Arabian
countries, ever since 800 A.D. It brings energy and mental
sharpness and prevents over-feeding. In Constantinople people
would believe it had cleared out human minds. Therefore, the
leaders had forbidden its use. Nowadays, coffee-bars are
associated to free thinking and radical thinkers. [Fire +++]
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Source: http://www.alchemylab.com/guideto.htm
(published with the agreement of the owners)
Translated and
adjusted by AdiM
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