What do you as a Jamaican think herbs are?

INTERESTING FACT: Dr Lawrence Williams, a research scientist at the Scientific Research Council (SRC), has been awarded an international patent on a compound isolated from the Guinea Hen Weed as a protein complex of dibenzyl trisulphide … used to treat cancers…

So you thought what Jamaicans call bush, and in some cases the ganja weed, were herbs.
Well here’s what herb is::

WHAT IS A HERB ?

1. culinary and medicinal plant: a low-growing aromatic plant used fresh or dried for seasoning, for its medicinal properties, or in perfumes. Sage and rosemary are herbs.

2. botany plant without woody stems: a seed-producing flowering plant that does not produce woody stems and that forms new stems and leaves each season.

Most herbs have a specific application and should be treated as medicine; utilized only for the prescribe ailment.Caution should be exercised when prescribing herbs.It is best to know the medicinal history of the patient and the history of the herb,before taking or prescribing any herbal remedy.

DISCLAIMER:
Although the herbalists on this site were chosen for their success stories, we highly recommend that you consult with a medical doctor.

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jamaicaherbalist: .... a team of herbalist with experience in Jamaican herbology and proven record of their recommended cures using plants, herbs, fruits naturally grown in Jamaica. They are not necessarily trained medical doctors and recommend that consultation be had especially if prescribed medication. Click here to contact me. ...or email me here