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HOPS

Humulus Lupulus

Sedative, tranquilizer, hypnotic, tonic, diuretic. 

Calms nervousness and helps insomnia.  Aids nervous diarrhea and restlessness.  It helps to stimulate the appetite, dispel flatulence and relieve intestinal cramps.  Hop juice cleanses the blood, which makes it useful for venereal diseases and all kinds of skin abnormalities.  Relaxes the central nervous system. 

Used externally as a rinse after washing hair to get rid of dandruff.  Using beer is the quickest and easiest way to do this.  Antibacterial.

CAUTION: Used in excessive doses or prolonged use can have detrimental effects and should be avoided.  Avoid in cases of depression.