Thanks, everyone who read the last column, MARIGOLD FLOWER, EYE PROMISE, WATER-SOLUBLE VITAMIN A, and immediately pulled me by the shirt collar to remind me that Marigold flower, as medicine, does more than strengthening weak eyes and vision.
I agree with you all. You are all people who have been reading this column for decades and are, so, familiar with information on the medicinal uses of Marigold flower. In the last column, this multi-purpose medicinal herb was featured along with two other important vision supporting nutrients, and that gave Marigold flower the image of being useful only for healthy vision. That feature was predicated on HARRY MARSLAND, the 73-year-old British optician who was reported to have become the first Briton who regain his vision in one eye virtually lost to Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD).
TODAY, I wish again to unmask Marigold flower in some of its true colours through a guided tour in the PSYCHIC GARDEN, a book I always recommend for the Alternative Medicine library of readers of this column. The PSYCHIC GARDEN (ISBN 0722505485) was written by MELLIE UYLDERT and first published in English language in 1980 by THORSONS PUBLISHERS LIMITED 1980. It was first published in Holland as Plantenzielen.
The book describes Marigold as “a plant of life and death” which is controlled by forces of the sun and of the moon. The orange colour in Marigold flower reveals its creative potential, says Uyldert. People who are familiar with Marigold ointment or salve know it is better not to waste it on ordinary wounds but on those that appear incurable, such as dirty wounds, with inflammation and suppuration and on cancerous wounds and swellings that emit a bad smell.
Mellie Uyldert adds:
“Using its moon force, the marigold creates new cells which must replace those damaged and lost. But with its sun force, it creates a plan for new structures, the pattern for making better cells, I.e., healthy ones!
“It cleanses at the same time. Tea from the petals may be used for washing wounds and helps to remove pus and inflammation products. Inflammation itself is a purifying fire, lit by the ego. The ego says: we shall start a new life, the old member and the spoiled pattern in the soul are removed from the subconscious, away with negative thoughts!
“This is the subtle action of the marigold on cancer patients and it is quite remarkable how this plant appears in abundance quite by itself round houses where this sickness is present. As soon as the patient has recovered or has died, the marigold disappears, its task being completed.
“Tea of the petals when drunk (they may be fresh or dried) is a good curative (but it must be accompanied by the proper diet and purification of the soul!).
“Cancer is the result of creative forces that are kept suppressed, which cannot be used in life, loving or artistic creation and which then turn inwards and proceed to build up gratuitous material forms.”
At the psychic level, Mellie Uyldert proposes: “But if these swellings contain poison, there must be poison foci in the soul of unprocessed, old sorrow. Then, there is too much moon and too little sun in proportion in the person. The sun-ego must then be strengthened, so that it can process, understand and clear away all those moon ailments and injuries that have been sustained. The house of the soul must be cleaned, the windows thrown open, allowing the light of truth to flood in. For this we need the help of this flower of sun and moon!”
She says Marigold flower tea is good for the heart, the liver and the kidneys, and that it clears oedema. She says, also, that, in France, the flower buds are infused in vinegar and they are eaten pickled like capers.
As for some of the other uses to which marigold may be put, Mellie Uyldert advises: “The marigold, as a tea of the green leaves and petals, cleanses and calms, and cures inflammations, wounds and sores, particularly internal ulcers. It is taken for nausea, constipation, nervous debility and nervous upsets, and it helps with menstruation. It is particularly good for scrofulous systems.”
In http://draxe.com, Dr. Axe offers seven research based benefit of Marigold flowers. They are:
“•Lowers Inflammation and Free Radical Damage
Research shows that calendula’s dozens of active chemicals make it a natural cytotoxic, hepatoprotective and spasmogenic herb that’s been demonstrated in both animal and human experiments. Extracts taken from the flower have been shown to lower C-reactive protein and cytokine levels and protect cells from being damaged by free radicals — one of the primary causes of aging and cell deterioration.
“Calendula not only controls oxidative damage from free radicals that can affect delicate tissues, such as those of the eyes, but also defend against infections of the skin, GI tract and genitals caused by viruses or bacteria.
“In addition, research also shows that calendula marigold helps fight growth of bacteria in wounds and might even be able to reduce symptoms associated with chemotherapy and cancer treatments.
“• Reduces Eye Inflammation and Conjunctivitis
Findings from animal studies show that calendula extract is capable of treating conjunctivitis and other chronic ocular inflammatory conditions.
“These extracts have demonstrated antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal and immuno-stimulating properties that not only reduce eye infections, but protect vision by guarding delicate tissues of the eyes from the effects of UV light, deterioration/aging and oxidative damage.
“• Has Natural Antiseptic Properties
One well-researched use of marigold/calendula extract is applying it in drop form to the inside of the ear canal to help treat bacterial ear infections and decrease pain. It’s been found that calendula drops can lower inner-ear swelling and inflammation within just a couple short days of use, even without the use of antibiotics in some cases.
“Due to its antifungal properties, calendula can also be used to treat vaginitis /vaginal infections and jock itch . Applying an ointment or cream containing marigold/calendula, probiotic “good bacteria” like Lactobacillus sporogenes and lactic acid to the affected area of the groin/genitals for four weeks can help decrease symptoms, including pain, itchiness, burning when urinating and dryness.
“•Heals Skin Wounds, Burns and Rashes
Historically, and still today, one of the most popular uses of calendula has been applying it to irritated skin (or to the eyelids and elsewhere) to reduce itchiness, redness, sensitivity, dryness and swelling. It’s been found that calendula has the ability to promote the growth of healthy new tissue, increase blood flow to the affected area, boost collagen production, which firms and strengthens skin, hydrate dry skin, and speed up the process of skin repair following surgery or damage.
“Marigold’s ability to help treat wounds is believed to be due to stimulation of epithelial cell production, mostly as a result of the presence of glycoproteins and nucleoproteins.
“It’s also linked to increased cell turnover and improved collagen metabolism stimulation. In folklore medicine, marigold products were applied to various ulceration (both internal and external) and wounds to prevent infections, and
even today calendula is used post-surgery to promote faster incision healing.
For those with dry, flaking or rash-prone skin, calendula can be combined with natural lubricating products like coconut oil or shea butter to improve skin hydration and firmness.
“In addition, marigold is used topically in order to:
“reduce diaper rash and protect sensitive skin, decrease the appearance of discoloration due to scarring, reduce unsightly varicose veins, treat swollen bug bites, treat burns, reduce dermatitis and eczema, reduce bruises
heal infected cuts, soothe skin after shaving, treat ingrown hairs, reduce dandruff on the scalp, decrease other signs of poor blood flow and inflammation affecting the skin.
“•Helps Reduce Hemorrhoid Pain
Because marigold treatments can promote tissue healing and reduce swelling, many find that applying it topically to the anal or genital area helps reduce symptoms of hemorrhoids or anal tears (also called anal fissures). One animal study that investigated the effects of marigold treatment on bleeding wounds found that using the product for an eight-day window resulted in almost 90 percent closure of the tissue wounds, compared to only 51 percent of those who had not used the treatment.
“6. Eases Cramps and Spasms
Calendula’s antispasmodic actions are beneficial for relieving muscle spasms , “charley horse” pains, stomach cramps and PMS/menstrual cramps. Marigold is able to decrease cramping by improving blood flow to the painful area and lowering inflammatory responses. The florets can be consumed in tea form to help ease digestion internally and improve liver health or applied over the abdomen in ointment/extract form in order to seep into tense muscles through the skin.
“7. Naturally Repels Bugs
Due to their pungent odor, antioxidant content and volatile oils, marigolds can be used to naturally repel mosquitoes, pests and other insects. This is one reason marigold flowers are commonly planted in vegetable gardens and also used in extract form in candles, room or bug sprays, and many skin lotions in order to prevent mosquito bites.
“Using marigold products on your skin helps repel bites, but you can also plant the flowers directly in your yard or garden to protect soil.
“The flowers’ aroma works underground to keep away nematodes (microscopic worms) and other pests that can eat your crops, sometimes for up to three years after being planted, according to the Farmer’s Alma
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