[Sca-cooks] Rosemary & Licorice (was Rue Substitute / Abortificants)

[Samrah]

I hadn't heard about rosemary being on anybody's particular "hit list", except the essential oil is forbotten for epileptics--can cause seizures.
 
The biggie for blood pressure is licorice (not anise or licorice flavorings).  It is found in most herbal tea blends, like Red Zinger.  You do not even have enough licorice to taste to increase the BP so please check your labels.  Good n' Plenty candies are out.  Most gum drops seem to use artificial flavoring (perhaps even anise) so they seem to be OK.
 
Samrah

Anne <juliane.rose at gmail.com> wrote:
I have read that rosemary (fresh, dried, or essential oil) can cause
spikes in blood pressure, and people with hypertension should avoid
this.

Juliane Rose


On Wed, 17 Nov 2004 12:15:40 -0800 (PST), Chris Stanifer
wrote:
> 
> --- Jadwiga Zajaczkowa / Jenne Heise wrote:
> 
> > Actually, Oil of rue is an abortifacent. I would avoid using rue in a
> > dish you would share with strangers, and I would warn anyone that there
> > is rue in the dish. Small quantities of rue, ingested, haven't hurt me
> > that I've been able to tell, but in the US it is considered unsafe to
> > use. Fresh rue can also cause a dermatological reaction in those with
> > sensitivity.
> 
> I have also heard that Pennyroyal, and in certain (unknown to me) quantities, nutmeg have also
> been known to produce spontaneous abortions in pregnant women.
> 
> This bit of information is from the A.G.O.R.A. (Aromatherapy Global Online Research Archives), in
> the section on 'Aromatherapy and the Treatment of the Reproductive System':
> 
> "Abortificants
> Carrot Seed
> 
> Abortificants
> Juniper
> Juniperus communis
> 
> Abortificants
> Marjoram
> Origanum majorana
> 
> Abortificants
> Mugwort
> Artemisia herba alba
> 
> Abortificants
> Pennyroyal
> Hedeoma pulegioides or Mentha pulegiumv
> 
> Abortificants
> Sage
> Salvia officinalis"
> 
> The following is from http://www.sisterzeus.com/Abortif.htm
> 
> "Angelica/Dong Quai a uterine stimulant with the ability to strengthen and coordinate
> contractions, to help encourage the uterus to expel it's contents. Follow the link for more
> information.
> 
> Black Cohosh to help the cervix relax and open. Many herbalists and midwives say it has the
> ability to "ripen the cervix" in preparation for childbirth. Follow the link for more information.
> 
> Blue Cohosh a uterine stimulant. With unique properties that encourage the uterus to contract.
> Susun Weed favors it either before menstruation is due, or at 5-6 weeks of pregnancy. Shouldn't be
> combined with Blue Cohosh. Follow the link for more information.
> 
> Cotton Root Bark should be used as a simple (by itself). Interferes with progesterone, and the
> corpus luteum. Stimulates uterine contractions. Chinese research supports these findings. Follow
> the link for more information.
> 
> Evening Primrose (Oenothera hookeri) may be helpful when used externally to help "ripen the
> cervix", this phrase is often used during the birthing process to refer to the condition of the
> cervix, the cervix has to dialate to allow a newborn to pass, if the cervix is not ready, midwifes
> has herbs they can use to help encourage the cervix to get ready. Things happen a bit differently
> in a herbal abortion or miscarriage, the cervix won't dialate the way it does during birth, but
> some of the same herbs may still help the cervix to relax and help to facilitate release of the
> unwanted pregnancy.
> 
> Parsley for use with other herbs or vitamin c. Good for starting a late period (when not due to
> pregnancy). Can be used as a pessary (vaginal suppository) to prepare the cervix for release.
> Follow the link for more information.
> 
> Pennyroyal One of the more toxic choices available. A herb with a long history as an
> abortifacient. In my opinion, there are better choices than pennyroyal. Follow the link for more
> information.
> 
> Pineapple (unripe)- Commonly used in tropical areas where pineapple normally grows. One lady was
> kind enough to send me this information:
> 
> "Pineapple is well known in my culture as being the fruit that able to end pregnancy. It is
> considered "sharp" thus women during their menses are discouraged to take pineapple as the
> bleeding will become heavier and women who are pregnant especially at the earlier stage are
> forbidden to take the fruit in fear of miscarriage.
> However my sister had tried to end pregnancy before with 2 pineapples but did not succeed. Since
> she's already married, she continued her pregnancy. I took one big young pineapple for the first
> day eaten in intervals of 1 -2 hours but I cannot stand the stomach cramps it caused me. I also
> tend to develop "blisters" on my tongue cause by the "sharp and stinging" taste of the young
> pineapple.
> 
> Later, I was told by an elderly that it takes at least 4-5 fresh medium sized young pineapples
> (light yellow and hard, not juicy at all) taken raw, within 2 days along with the few glasses of
> pure young pineapple juice (using juice extractor, of course), for better result. I was also told
> that pineapple will not be able to end the pregnancy if the women has a healthy and strong
> uterus."
> 
> Tansy Should be used with caution, often has side effects, and is probably the most toxic herb
> listed here on this website. Also with a lengthy history as a herbal abortifacient. Follow the
> link for more information.
> 
> Vitamin C In my opinion, probably the least toxic and most effective choice available. Interferes
> with progesterone, works best before the 5th week of pregnancy. Follow the link for more
> information. "
> 
> There is much more information on the web regarding this subject, and I would encourage any woman
> who is pregnant or may become pregnant to do their own research in this regard. I will not vouch
> for the validity of these claims, but will merely caution our fairer gender to excersize caution
> before consuming any unknown or unfamiliar herb or spice in medieval (or otherwise) foods. I do
> not know, nor will I pretend to know, the amount of these herbs needed to produce harmful results.
> 
> For informational purposes only...
> 
> William de Grandfort
> 
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