Lyme Formula

This impressive vine native to Central and South America is an important part of indigenous Amazonian medicine and spiritual practice. An immune system balancer and tonic, Cat’s Claw increases levels of immune response. It is also known to decrease gastrointestinal inflammation and relieve pain associated with Lyme specific arthritis. Cat’s Claw can be particularly useful in a formula as a harmonizing force to strengthen and direct the energies of the other herbs.

Japanese knotweed is a vigorous, widely spreading plant native to Japan, China and Korea. It has an impressive variety of actions, many of which are directly effective against the harmful effects of Lyme and coinfections. Along with its antiviral, antiparasitic and antifungal properties, Japanese Knotweed enhances immune and cardiovascular function and reduces inflammation in the musculoskeletal and nervous system.

Teasel is a type of thistle that has tall stalks with prickly flower heads, and chalice-like leaves that clasp around the stem which catch rain and dew. This balance of energizing, protective energy and receptive nourishment help describe Teasel’s actions on a variety of conditions. Used for arthritis, inflammation and chronic muscle pain, Teasel encourages the circulation of blood and is strongly allied with supporting the joints and muscles. Though a more recent use, it is enthusiastically embraced as a core herb used in many acute and chronic Lyme protocols.

A lovely, whimsical woodland plant with graceful white flowers that dangle along a central stem. The sweet, moist rhizome of Solomon’s Seal offers deep nourishment and lubrication for the connective tissue, joints and interstitial fluids. It is often used in cases of injury, arthritis, broken bones and to speed recovery time after surgery. Solomon’s Seal is also a helpful herb for irritated mucous membranes, including respiratory and digestive upset.