Papaya - a world class meat tenderizer, natural digestive aid, prevents ulcers, and also a soft contact lense cleaner.Plant T Glossary
Tincture
- a solution in alcohol; infusion describes a solution of organic material in water. Many plants have their properties locked up in oils, resins, or wax which are not soluble in water. Where the plant material is in the form of sugars, salts, or gums, warm or cold infusions will dissolve the medicinal substance. In some cases of extraction a weak spirit containing both alcohol and water may be best. Very often the handling of the raw, dried herb will expose the oily nature of the plant and indicate to the user the desirability of extracting the qualities with either water or alcohol or a combination.
Tonics
- often referred to as “bitters,” which frequently act as stimulants and alteratives. The combinations of herbs (and/or other medicines) which have recommended as tonic are legion, and the kinds of plant considered to have tonic properties may vary greatly with race, climate, and culture.