When it comes to herbal remedies, we all know the basics like Echinacea, the purple flower that’s basically nature’s penicillin or willow bark, nature’s Advil. But that’s just scratching the surface of what our Native American ancestors were cooking up.
These medicine men were like the early pioneers of alternative medicine, way before it was trendy. They had a holistic approach to healing, similar to the yin and yang of Asian medicine, and relied heavily on plants and their unique benefits.
So, if you’re ever in a bind and modern medicine just isn’t cutting it, remember these ancient Native American cures. They might not be FDA approved but they’ve stood the test of time. And if it’s good enough for our ancestors, it’s good enough for us.
50 Native American Medical Cures That Will Change Your Life
1. American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) – tonic, for fatigue and as an anti-inflammatory. ~Menominee tribe.
2. Balsamroot (Balsamorhiza sagittata) – tonic, for menstrual issues and as a expectorant. ~Cheyenne tribe.
3. Bearberry (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi) – diuretic and to treat urinary tract infections. ~Ojibwe tribe.
4. Bee pollen (from various species of bees) – tonic, for allergies and as an energy booster. ~Mohawk tribe.
5. Black ash (Fraxinus nigra) – tonic, for diarrhea and as an anti-inflammatory. ~Ojibwe tribe.
6. Black cohosh (Actaea racemosa) – used for menstrual cramps and menopausal symptoms.
7. Black elderberry (Sambucus nigra) – tonic, for flu and colds, and as an anti-inflammatory. ~Inuit tribe.
8. Blue cohosh (Caulophyllum thalictroides) – used as an emmenagogue and to induce labor. ~Shawnee tribe.
9. Blue flag (Iris versicolor) – tonic, for kidney issues and as a diuretic. ~Seminole tribe.
10. Burdock (Arctium lappa) – blood purifier, for skin issues and as a diuretic. ~Crow tribe.
11. Cayenne (Capsicum annuum) – stimulant, for circulation and as a pain reliever. ~Inuit tribe.
12. Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) – sedative, for headaches and as an anti-inflammatory. ~Zuni tribe.
13. Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) – diuretic, for liver issues and as a blood purifier. ~Shoshone tribe.
14. Echinacea (Echinacea spp.) – used to boost the immune system and as an anti-inflammatory. ~Sioux tribe.
15. False unicorn root (Chamaelirium luteum) – used as an emmenagogue, for infertility and as a tonic. ~Cheyenne tribe.
16. Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) – cardiac tonic, for heart issues and as a diuretic. ~Choctaw tribe.
17. Goldenrod (Solidago spp.) – diuretic, for kidney issues, and as an anti-inflammatory. ~Comanche tribe.
18. Indian tobacco (Lobelia inflata) – used as an expectorant, to treat respiratory issues, and as an antispasmodic. ~Lenape
19. Milkweed (Asclepias spp.) – used as an expectorant, for respiratory issues and as an anti-inflammatory. ~Mohawk tribe.
20. Oregon grape (Mahonia aquifolium) – tonic, to treat skin conditions and as an anti-inflammatory. ~Chinook tribe.
21. Passion flower (Passiflora spp.)– sedative, for insomnia and as a anxiolytic. ~Creek tribe.
22. Prickly ash (Zanthoxylum americanum) – stimulant, for toothaches, and as an anti-inflammatory. ~Osage tribe.
23. Red cedar (Thuja plicata) – used for respiratory issues, skin conditions, and as a spiritual purification aid. ~Haida tribe.
24. Red clover (Trifolium pratense) – blood purifier, for respiratory issues and as a expectorant. ~Hopi tribe.
25. Rose hip (Rosa spp.) – rich source of vitamin C, for treating colds and as a tonic. ~Hopi tribe.
26. Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) – used for memory improvement, for respiratory issues and as a tonic. ~Seminole tribe.
27. Sage (Salvia officinalis) – tonic, for digestion and as an anti-inflammatory. ~Shoshone tribe.
28. Skunk cabbage (Symplocarpus foetidus) – expectorant, for respiratory issues, and as a diuretic. ~Wampanoag
29. Spearmint (Mentha spicata) – digestive aid, for treating nausea and as a tonic. ~Pima tribe.
30. Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) – diuretic, to treat arthritis and as an antihistamine. ~Blackfoot tribe.
31. Sweetgrass (Hierochloe odorata) – used for respiratory issues and as a spiritual purification aid. ~Cree tribe.
32. Turmeric (Curcuma longa) – used as an anti-inflammatory and to treat skin conditions. ~Cherokee tribe.
33. Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) – sedative, for insomnia and as a pain reliever. ~Yakama tribe.
34. White oak (Quercus alba) – astringent, to treat diarrhea and as an anti-inflammatory. ~Seminole tribe.
35. White pine (Pinus strobus) – used as an expectorant, for respiratory issues, and as a tonic. ~Lenape tribe.
36. White sage (Salvia apiana) – used for respiratory and digestive issues, as well as for spiritual purification. ~Chumash tribe.
37. Wild carrot (Daucus carota) – tonic, for menstrual issues and as a diuretic. ~Pima tribe.
38. Wild celery (Apium graveolens) – diuretic, for kidney issues and as a tonic. ~Osage tribe.
39. Wild cherry (Prunus serotina) – expectorant, for respiratory issues, and as a sedative. ~Potawatomi tribe.
40. Wild ginger (Asarum canadense) – diaphoretic, for stomach issues, and to induce sweating. ~Pawnee tribe.
41. Wild indigo (Baptisia tinctoria) – used as an anti-inflammatory, for respiratory issues and as a expectorant. ~Creek tribe.
42. Wild leeks (Allium tricoccum) – diuretic, for kidney issues and as a tonic. ~Comanche tribe.
43. Wild lettuce (Lactuca spp.) – sedative, for insomnia and as a pain reliever. ~Zuni tribe.
44. Wild mint (Mentha spp.) – digestive aid, for nausea and as a tonic. ~Tlingit tribe.
45. Wild onion (Allium spp) – expectorant, for respiratory issues and as a tonic. ~Haudenosaunee tribe.
46 .Wild raspberry (Rubus spp.) – tonic, for menstrual issues and as a diuretic. ~Blackfoot tribe.
47 .Wild rose (Rosa spp.) – tonic, for skin issues and as an anti-inflammatory. ~Tlingit tribe.
48 .Wild thyme (Thymus serpyllum) – expectorant, for respiratory issues and as a tonic. ~Wampanoag tribe.
49. Wild yam (Dioscorea villosa) – tonic, for menstrual issues and as an anti-inflammatory. ~Yakama tribe.
50. Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) – used to stop bleeding and as an anti-inflammatory. ~Navajo tribe.
Herbal Remedies: What You Need to Know
With some online supplements, you never know what you’re going to get. It could be the cure for what ails you or it could be the plant equivalent of a sugar pill. And let’s not forget the dosage, it’s like playing a game of herb roulette, will it be a teaspoon or a tablespoon? Who knows! And let’s not forget about the interaction with other medications, it’s like a game of herbal Jenga, one wrong move and your whole stack comes crashing down. Consulting with a healthcare professional before starting any new treatment is like having a cheat code for the game of herb roulette.
These 50 Native American medical cures are like a game of chance, will it cure your headache? Or will it just give you a sugar high? But one thing’s for sure, you’ll be the life of the party, telling your friends how you beat your seasonal allergies with a side of wild cherry. Just don’t go too wild with it, you don’t want to end up with more problems than you started with. Like a rash that looks like a map of the Oregon trail. But don’t worry, these ancient remedies are sure to impress and spark some interesting conversation. So go forth, embrace your inner medicine man or woman, and let the healing begin!
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