Alkaline Rainforest Herbs

01/19/2026

🗣️“Chickenpox inflames the skin — Tamarind Leaves calm the surface where the damage happens.

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Chickenpox caused by Varicella-zoster virus (VZV) inflames the skin — and that inflammation is where the real damage happens.
VZV irritates surface tissue and sensitizes peripheral nerve endings, creating heat, redness, and persistent itching. As inflammation escalates, scratching reopens lesions, amplifies local immune signaling, and delays orderly skin repair.

In parts of Africa and the Caribbean, tamarind leaves (Tamarindus indica) are traditionally used to calm chickenpox-related skin irritation.
Applied externally, the leaves release flavonoids such as quercetin, luteolin, and apigenin, which dampen inflammatory signaling and reduce histamine-driven itch. Phenolic acids like caffeic and ferulic acid help cool inflamed tissue and limit oxidative stress, while tannins gently tighten surface proteins, reducing weeping irritation and nerve exposure. Together, these actions stabilize the skin environment, lower friction, and support cleaner healing while the body clears Varicella-zoster virus on its own."

01/19/2026

01/15/2026

NETTLE (Urtica dioica) – Stinging Nettle

Nettle is a nutrient-dense herb traditionally used to support overall wellness, nourish the body, and provide minerals and vitamins. It has been used for centuries in European and North American herbal medicine.

Forms: Tea • Infusion • Tincture • Soup • Capsule • Topical applications

Native to: Europe, Asia, and North America
Parts used: Leaves, stems, roots and seeds

🌿 Leaves & Stems

Uses: Teas, infusions, soups, capsules, topical applications

Benefits: Rich in minerals like iron, calcium, and magnesium; traditionally used to support general wellness and gently nourish the body

Description / Facts: Green, serrated leaves with tiny stinging hairs (neutralized by cooking or drying); stems also contain nutrients

🌿 Roots

Uses: Tinctures and extracts

Benefits: Traditionally used to support urinary tract wellness and general balance

Description / Facts: Fibrous roots harvested in fall; roots contain unique compounds that complement the aerial parts

🌿 Additional Facts:

Height: 3–6 feet tall

Habitat: Found in rich, moist soils along riverbanks, gardens, and meadows

Family: Urticaceae (nettle family)

Other Notes: Can sting when touched raw; cooking, drying, or infusing removes the sting

⚠️ Always do your research before introducing into your diet, especially if you have any underlying or pre-existing conditions, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are taking medications.

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