Spagyrics Quick Guide

Spagyrics	Latin Name	Corresponding Planet	Corresponding Day of Week	Traditional Uses	Please consult your health care professional before taking. Stop taking should you experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or any discomfort. Please stay hydrated.
Amalaki Fruit	Emblika offcinalis	Jupiter	Thursday	“The Sustainer” For high cholesterol and urinary tract infections. Contains antiseptic and anti-parasitic qualities. High in Vitamin C.	Do not use during pregnancy, while breastfeeding, or if you have diabetes.
Arjuna Bark	Terminalia arjuna	Jupiter	Thursday	Rich in coenzyme Q-10. Good for the immune system. Strengthens and tonifies heart.	Do not use during pregnancy, while breastfeeding or if you have one of the following conditions: heart condition, bradycardia, are on anticoagulants or are constipated.
Arnica Flower	Arnica montana	Jupiter	Thursday	For injuries, bruises and sprains. Anti-inflammatory.	External use only. May trigger allergic reaction in people with allergies to ragweed. Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Ashwagandha Root	Withania somifera	Saturn	Saturday	Adaptogen with anti-stress properties. Assists memory and promotes longevity.	Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Astragalus Root	Astragalus membranaceus	Sun	Sunday	Adaptogen that is sweet and slightly warm. Anti-inflammatory, immune boosting, supports cardiovascular system.	May cause rashes, itching, nausea and diarrhea, fatigue or runny nose. Do not take if you have Crohn’s disease, multiple sclerosis, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, Type 1 diabetes, or lupus or have had an organ transplant.
Holy Basil Tulsi Leaves	Ocimum Grattisium	Jupiter	Thursday	Adaptogen. Rejuvenates. Cleanses parasites. Protects body from industrial pollutants and radiation. Good for dental health. Calms the mind.	Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Do not use for 3 weeks after surgery. Do not exceed 3 – 5 drops a day. Do not take if on Heparin or Warfarin.
Borage Leaves	Borago officinalis L	Jupiter	Thursday	Anti-inflammatory. Good for rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, flues colds & cough. Supports adrenals. Has been know to help depression.	Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Avoid excessive consumption. Not for people with liver conditions or for people with seizures.
Calmus Root	Acorus calamus	Sun	Sunday	Increases circulation to brain. Good for gingivitis, arthritis, depression. Strengthens adrenals and increases metabolism	Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Calamus should be taken in small doses and is only for short-term therapy. May increase white blood cell count.
Calendula Flowers	Calendula officinalis	Sun	Sunday	Anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and antiseptic. Helps heal wounds. Helps with digestive disorders.	Do Do not use during pregnancy, while breastfeeding, or if you have an allergy to daises, asters, etc. May cause sleepiness if on Ambien, Donnatal, Ativan or Benadryl.
Ginger Root	Zingibere officinale	Sun	Sunday	For nausea, mild food poisoning, and for nausea from chemo. Antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory. Gingerol has been shown to prevent blood clots.	Do not use during pregnancy, while breastfeeding, have a heart condition, on blood thinners, or on insulin. Higher doses may increase the risk of bleeding. Stop taking at least 2 weeks before surgery.
Haritaki Fruit	Terminalia chebula	Saturn	Saturday	Antiviral, antibacterial, anti-fungal and anti-aging. Helps prevents diabetes and aids memories. Support for cancer and HIV. Helps open the third eye.	Do not use during pregnancy, while breastfeeding, during menstruation, are overtired or are fasting. Don’t use if you have dry mouth or neck stiffness. Avoid alcohol.
Lavender Flowers	Lavandula angustifolia	Mercury	Wednesday	Direct external use for wound healing, burns, insect bites and rheumatism. External use (drops on back of left hand) for digestion, mood disorders, sleep disorders and skin health.	Do not take internally. Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Do not use if you have an allergic reaction.
Lemon Balm Leaves	Melissa officinalis	Jupiter	Thursday	For colds, the flu, dementia, shock, anxiety and depression. Calms and regulates menstrual cycle. Eczema – both internal and external.	Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. May cause headaches, nausea, vomiting, skin irritation, allergic reaction or urinary irritation. Consult your doctor if on glaucoma or thyroid medications, barbiturate, sedatives or drugs at affect serotonin.
Morgina	To Be Added				Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Nettle Root & Leaves	Urtica dioica	Mars	Tuesday	For high blood pressure, water retention, iron deficiency, gout, hay fever. Use topically for eczema, strawberry allergies and insect bites.	Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Consult your doctor if taking high blood pressure medicine. Large doses may cause skin irritation, stomach irritation and urinary suppression.
Red Rose Petals	Rosa Carnina	Venus	Friday	“Queen of the Flowers” and represents love, warmth, and positive feelings. Associated with Three Star One and the Divine Feminine. Alleviates depression, sedative, helps heals wounds. Anti-spasmodic and Anti-inflammatory.	Do not use during pregnancy, while breastfeeding, are on diuretics, on mood elevators, if you are taking Warfarin.
Rhodiola Root	Rhodiola Rosea	Sun	Sunday	For high altitude intolerance, increases energy & stamina, for chronic fatigue, stress, and ADHD. It increases memory.	Check with your doctor if you are taking thyroid or diabetic meds. Do not use during pregnancy, while breastfeeding or if you have bipolar cycling. It may cause dizziness and/or dry moth. Stop taking if you experience allergies, irritability, insomnia, increased blood pressure, chest pain or severe headaches. May reduce effectiveness of birth control pills.
Turmeric Root	Curcuma longa	Moon	Monday	Antibacterial and anti-parasitic. For skin disorders including wounds, bruises, and ringworm. For diabetes, arthritis, osteoporosis, asthma, bronchitis, hay fever, and inflammation. Liver stimulant.	Safe for short-term use up to 2-3 months. Do not use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have hepatitis or gallbladder issues. May cause liver damage in high amounts. May slow clotting. Stop using at least 2 weeks before surgery. Do not take if you are on anticoagulants, diabetes medicine, anti-clotting medications or hepatotox drugs.
Valerian Root	Valerian officinalis	Mercury	Wednesday	A natural alternative to Valium. Sedates, relieves anxiety. helps with insomnia, heart palpitations and may help with seizures.	Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Valerian can cause vivid dreams, heart palpitations, headaches and mental fogginess. Do not take over long periods of time.