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In the News (Sun 27 Dec 09)

  
  Cleavers
Cleavers Galium aparine — has been the subject of a great deal of research, partly because of the significance of the plant as an arable weed, but also because of the interesting biology and ecology of the species.
Cleavers seeds in the soil decay relatively quickly, lasting only 3 to 4 years, so the successful production of seeds each year is of increased importance.
Cleavers, except in extreme conditions, appear not to influence crop growth until at least the end of April.
www.dowagro.com /uk/cereal/cleavers.htm   (1590 words)

  
  Cleavers
Cleavers is an annual plant found in moist or grassy places and along river banks and fences in Canada, the eastern half of the U.S., and the Pacific Coast.
Cleavers can be used for lymphatic problems, such as lymphatic congestion and swollen lymph glands, congestion of the breasts, and is said to have anti-tumor activity, particularly when in the skin or breasts, and the lymphatic system.
A valuable diuretic, cleavers is often taken for skin diseases such as seborrhea, eczema, and psoriasis; for swollen lymph glands and as a general detoxifying agent in serious illnesses such as cancer.
www.herbs2000.com /herbs/herbs_cleavers.htm   (966 words)

  
 Cleavers Herbal Supplement from Herbal Extracts Plus
Cleavers is one of several species of evergreen shrubs and trees that are native to Eurasia and the Americas with wide distribution worldwide.
Cleavers' botanical name, Galium, is derived from the Greek word, gala, which means "milk" and is supposed to relate to the fact that the plant has the ability to curdle milk, which was beneficial in the making of cheese.
Cleavers' high vitamin C content was once used to treat scurvy and is thought to be helpful in cases where there is a vitamin C deficiency.
www.herbalextractsplus.com /cleavers.cfm   (797 words)

  
 Cleavers - Weed information - HDRA Weed Management
Cleavers is favoured by winter cropping with cereals and oilseed rape.
The growth of cleavers in headlands is suppressed by sowing grass and wildflower mixtures.
Cleavers is much loved by horses, given the chance they will clear this weed with relish, especially the young tender spring growth, but remains a popular addition to their diet throughout its season.
www.gardenorganic.org.uk /organicweeds/weed_information/weed.php?id=29   (950 words)

  
 Sunstone Herb Farm - Cleavers Tincture
Cleavers is an excellent lymphatic tonic with alterative and diuretic properties.
Cleavers has been used historically as an anti-inflammatory and blood purifier and in treating ulcers, tumors, cystitis, bladder and kidney inflammation, dropsy, gravel, fevers, hepatitis, viral infections, psoriasis and various skin diseases.
Cleavers is one of numerous plants considered in ancient times to act as a diuretic.
www.sunstoneherbs.com /cleavers-tincture.html   (155 words)

  
 Cleavers
The predominant uses for cleavers are external, although the tea has been recommended for stomach and Intestinal catarrh and for Irritations of mucous membranes, including those of the urinary tract.
Cleavers is popularly used in Europe for healing wounds and sores.
Cleavers is an annual plant found in moist or grassy places and along riverbanks and fences in Canada, the eastern half of the U.S., and the Pacific coast.
www.angelfire.com /va3/ritas_nativeamerican/cleavers-herb.html   (363 words)

  
 Cleavers
Description: Cleavers is an annual with a slender taproot that produces a weak, square, prickly stem that grows from 1 to 2 feet long.
Cleavers is a reliable diuretic used to help clean gravel and urinary stones and to treat urinary infections.
There is a long tradition for the use of Cleavers in the treatment of ulcers and tumors.
www.diamon-naturals.us /cleavers.htm   (524 words)

  
 Alaska’s Wilderness Medicines - Cleavers   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Cleavers, also called lady's bedstraw, baby's breath, or goosegrass, is distinguished by the arrangement of the leaves on the square, 2-foot (60 cm.) tall, erect stem.
Cleavers is a soothing, relaxing diuretic that influences the kidneys and bladder and acts mildly on the bowels.
Cleavers tea, a mild laxative, is also given for diarrhea--probably due to the astringent effect of the tannic acid.
www.ankn.uaf.edu /curriculum/Books/Viereck/viereckcleavers.html   (430 words)

  
 Cleavers Herbal Supplements
Cleavers (Galium aparine) is a climbing plant that has long stems that sprawl over the ground and other plants of the family Rubiaceae.
The leaves and flowers of cleavers are used medicinally for Edema and to promote urine formation during bladder infections.
Cleavers has no known side effects and is thought to be safe for use by children and pregnant or nursing women.
www.herbsmd.com /herb466/Cleavers.htm   (118 words)

  
 Cleavers (Galium aparine)
Cleavers is a common plant that occurs in every county of Illinois.
Cleavers has up to 8 leaves per whorl, while other Bedstraws usually have only 4 or 6 leaves per whorl.
The carpels, leaves, and stems of Cleavers have an abundance of stiff hairs that can cling readily to clothing, fur, or adjacent vegetation; this distinguishes it from about one-half of the other Bedstraws, which have smooth to slightly rough carpels and foliage.
www.illinoiswildflowers.info /weeds/plants/cleavers.htm   (582 words)

  
 Cleavers
Cleavers has narrow leaves arranged in a distinctive pattern - whorls of six to eight leaves around a solitary stem.
Cleavers reduces yield in forage and grain crops, and contaminates crop seed.
In British Columbia, cleavers is found in moderately dry to moist fields, lawns, gardens, disturbed areas, beaches, and open forests at low- to mid-elevations.
www.weedsbc.ca /weed_desc/cleavers.html   (153 words)

  
 Cleavers   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Cleavers seed is one of the best coffee substitutes, it merely needs to be dried and lightly roasted and has much the same flavor as coffee.
Cleavers has a long history of use as an alternative medicine and is still used widely by modern herbalists.
Cleavers are an excellent remedy for many diseases of the urinary system.
www.womenfitness.net /herbs/cleavers.htm   (191 words)

  
 Home | Principal Health News
Cleavers is primarily used for urinary problems and fluid retention, on the basis of its apparent diuretic (urine-stimulating) effects.
Cleavers is often included in herbal mixtures offered for the treatment of kidney and bladder problems, including bladder infections, kidney stones, and prostatitis.
In case cleavers does in fact have diuretic effects as claimed, people taking the medication lithium should use cleavers only under the supervision of a physician, as dehydration can be dangerous with this medication.
www.principalhealthnews.com /GetHerbContent.do?primerid=104667&name=Cleavers   (348 words)

  
 Cleavers
We ship exclusively to street addresses in the contiguous 48 states of the U.S. Interestingly enough, to "cleave" can mean either "to split apart" or "to adhere." In food preparation, using a cleaver means, obviously, to split apart.
Meat Cleavers have very thick blades that are not very sharp; they are meant to be used for splitting bone and don't work well at all for fine cutting or chopping.
Chinese cleavers are the Asian version of the French chef knife.
fantes.com /cleavers.htm   (191 words)

  
 Cleavers - Weeds - Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives
Cleavers can be very competitive, causing significant yield losses.
Use certified seed that is free of cleavers.
Winter annual cleavers should be controlled in the fall after germination with tillage or a herbicide.
www.gov.mb.ca /agriculture/crops/weeds/fab06s00.html   (365 words)

  
 Cleavers
Cleavers is primarily used for urinary problems and fluid retention, on the basis of its apparent diuretic (urine-stimulating) effects.
Cleavers is often included in herbal mixtures offered for the treatment of kidney and bladder problems, including bladder infections, kidney stones, and prostatitis.
In case cleavers does in fact have diuretic effects as claimed, people taking the medication lithium should use cleavers only under the supervision of a physician, as dehydration can be dangerous with this medication.
healthlibrary.epnet.com /GetContent.aspx?token=e0498803-7f62-4563-8d47-5fe33da65dd4&chunkiid=104667   (340 words)

  
 Alternative Medicine - Cleavers - Herbal Health Products
Cleavers is a very valuable plant, being perhaps the best tonic to the lymphatic system available.
As a lymphatic tonic with alternative and diuretic action, Cleavers may be used safely in a wide range of problems where the lymphatic system is involved.
Cleavers is helpful in skin conditions, especially the dry kind such as psoriasis.
www.nutritional-supplement-4u.com /table/1CLEAVER.HTM   (215 words)

  
 Cleavers Herb
This herb is diuretic, tonic, refrigerant (anti-inflammatory and lowers fever, cooling), it's an alterative (gently restores normal body function on many levels), and helps clear lymphatic congestion and swelling.
Cleavers is particularly good in combination with other herbs for urinary obstructions, burning, infection and helps soften and eliminate stones and gravel.
Cleavers is also part of a formula for cysts, fibroids, and tumors and other lymphatic conditions.
www.herbalhut.com /cleavers_herb.htm   (85 words)

  
 Cleavers
Cleavers is an annual with a slender taproot that produces a weak, square, prickly stem that grows from 1 to 2 feet long.
Because of its ability to eliminate toxins from the body through the urinary system, it is used for kidney stones and other urinary complaints, such as cystitis.
Cleavers has reportedly also been used for insomnia.
www.herbalremediesinfo.com /cleavers.html   (342 words)

  
 Cleavers
Cleavers grow in wet areas of Britain, Europe, Asia, and North America.
Cleavers tincture and tea are most widely recommended by herbal practitioners.
Cleavers has no known side effects and is thought to be safe for use by children and
www.pccnaturalmarkets.com /health/Herb/Cleavers.htm   (391 words)

  
 Cleavers Tyres- Motoring Comments (November)
Cleavers Tyres and Browns Tyres have a long tradition of providing service and quality to their market areas of Port Macquarie, Taree, Wingham, Gunnedah, Tamworth and Narrabri respectively.
Cleavers Tyres and Browns Tyres were founded by the fathers of Ashley and Doug.
Cleavers Tyres are dedicated wheel alignment specialists who carry out thousands of wheel alignments each year using computerised wheel aligners on vehicles ranging from mini minors to the occasional Rolls Royce.
www.cleaverstyres.com.au /MotoringC/ComNov.html   (680 words)

  
 Cleavers
Cleavers received its name from its ability to cling (or cleave) to fur or clothing.
Cleavers is often taken as a diuretic, but it is also effective to soothe such skin disorders as seborrhea, eczema, and psoriasis, as well as for sunburn and blisters.
Cleavers is used internally and externally to reduce the discomfort of ulcers, festering glands, and fibrocystic breasts.
www.innvista.com /health/herbs/cleavers.htm   (958 words)

  
 Cleavers Herb Information, Order Bulk Cleavers Herb
Greek physicians used it to treat weariness and the stems were used by shephards to strain milk.
Cleavers is used primarily for external application on skin irritations, such as burns and to stop bleeding.
Cleavers is found in grassy, moist areas year-round in Eastern America and Canada along the Pacific Coast.
www.herbco.com /bulk_herbs/Cleavers.php   (326 words)

  
 Cleavers - Restorative Herb
One of the most powerful restorative herbs for the lymphatic system, cleavers is beneficial in treating swollen glands, tonsillitis and adnoid problems.
Internally and externally, it is effective in the treatment of many types of inflammations including relieving skin conditions, rashes and burns.A decoction or infusion made from fresh Cleavers is said to be useful for sunburn and freckles when applied externally with a soft cloth.
The seeds of Cleavers dried and slightly roasted over a fire have the flavor of coffee.
www.herbsandnaturalremedies.com /herbs/cleavers.htm   (321 words)

  
 Butcher Cleaver, Chinese Cleaver
The cleaver is forged from the highest quality German alloy steel in Solingen Germany.
This professional cleaver is comfortable to hold and use.
The cleaver is made from the highest quality German alloy steel in Solingen Germany.
www.chefdepot.com /cleavers.htm   (1447 words)

  
 Meat Cleavers
Meat cleavers actually originated way back in pre-historic times, and it is believed that our stonge-aged ancestors used meat cleavers in much the same way as we use meat cleavers today.
Meat cleavers are best for carcass and sectional cutting work on chops and chickens, and meat cleavers are excellent on small bones.
Meat cleavers are meant to be dull knives, so it's best not to over sharpen your meat cleavers.
www.alfi.com /cleavers-info.html   (234 words)

  
 What are Chinese Cleavers?
Chinese cleavers are versatile kitchen knives which combine the cutting power of butcher knives with the chopping ability of chef's knives.
Chefs use Chinese cleavers to separate meat from bone, chop vegetables, crush garlic, transfer food and tenderize meat.
Garlic cloves can be crushed by placing them under the broad side of the cleaver and delivering a sharp blow with the heel of one hand.
www.wisegeek.com /what-are-chinese-cleavers.htm   (396 words)

  
 the wok shop: dexter cleaver
Years later, the Dexter cleavers became the cleavers of choice for Chinese cooks in American restaurants and homes.
The Chinese characters spelling "Dexter cleaver", which are written on every Dexter blade, easily distinguish Dexter cleavers from other designs.
Cleaver is stain-resistant steel with a 4" polished wooden handle.
www.wokshop.com /HTML/products/cleavers/cleavers_knives_dexter.html   (74 words)

  
 Cleavers - Galium aparine - Viable Herbal Solutions
Cleavers has also long been used in the treatment of ulcers and tumors.
Cleavers, also known as Goose Grass, Grip Grass, Catchweed, or Bedstraw, is a very valuable plant, being perhaps the best tonic to the lymphatic system available.
And for diuretic purposes, Cleavers is often used with Buchu Leaf.
www.viable-herbal.com /singles/herbs/s636.htm   (428 words)

  
 Cleavers Profile
Cleavers is a pasture plant of Britain and North America easily recognized by its clinging leaves and sticky seeds attaching themselves to any animal or person passing them.
Cleavers is related to both quinine and sweet woodruff.
Cleavers is a diuretic herb, the "Lasix" (furosemide) of the nineteenth century, used to assist ailing hearts by encouraging urination to reduce the volume of blood to relieve congestive heart failure.
www.mountainroseherbs.com /learn/cleavers.php   (245 words)

  
 Friedr. Dick Kitchen Cutlery Meat Cleavers forged cutlery   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Cleavers are indispensable for splitting fowl and severing thick bones and is a must-have tool for the serious home chef.
For bigger tasks, the restaurant cleaver is twice the weight of our kitchen cleaver.
For extended or repeated tasks, the heavy-duty, double-edged cleaver is a good choice.
www.125west.com /Friedr_Dick_Kitchen_Cutlery_Meat_Cleavers_forged_cutlery.html   (471 words)

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