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Methods of preparation of herbal medicines may vary according to place and culture. The plant materials may be used fresh or dry. With experience, a particular method is chosen to increase efficiency and decrease toxicity. Generally, different methods of preparation include:

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Sale of herbs in form of dried or fresh plant parts is as lucrative as the prepared medicines. They are usually displayed in markets and sold with instructions on how to prepare them for maximum efficacy. Ayurvedic Medicine: A Traditional Knowledge of Life from India that Has Endured the Passage of Time Clay and herbs application: Application of a mixture of white clay with herbs may be relevant in some of the healing processes. The mixture is applied to the entire body for a number of days, especially in the case of skin diseases. The view is that the human body is made out of the dust or ground; therefore, if the body has any problem, you would have to go to where it came from to fix it. The use of clay with some special herbs is also sometimes used for preventive rituals to ward off the evil spirits responsible for illness. Busia, K. & Kasilo, O. M., 2010. Overview of Traditional Medicine in ECOWAS Member States. Available at: http://www.aho.afro.who.int/en/ahm/issue/13/reports/overview-traditional-medicine-ecowas-member-statesControl your environment. Is your bedroom a clean, quiet and relaxing place? Take steps to make your bedroom more of a refuge by removing clutter and distraction. Exorcism: This is a practice of expelling demons or evil spirits from people or places that are possessed or are in danger of being possessed by them. Many of the traditional communities believe that illness, especially mental illness, is mostly caused by evil spirits. Exorcism can only be performed by a religious leader or a priest who has the authorities and powers to do so. Sometimes, an effigy made of clay or wax would be used to represent the demon and would ultimately be destroyed. Exorcism may be accompanied by dancing to the beating of drums, singing, and sometimes flogging the individual or touching him/her with strange objects such as animal tails and other objects to chase out the spirit. The possessed individual would be somewhat agitated but would only calm down as soon as the spirit is removed from the body. Exorcism is practiced, not only in Africa but also in ancient Babylonian, Greek, and other ancient cultures of the Middle East. This practice is also performed for those who are mentally challenged. In their view, until the possessed person is delivered from the power of that evil spirit, the person will not have his or her freedom. Hence, the practice of exorcism is considered necessary [ 37]. Experiment with new tools. Sex toys are great way to get to know yourself better on your own timelines and your own terms. It allows you to explore new sensations with less pressure and awkwardness. Phua DH, Zosel A, Heard K. Dietary supplements and herbal medicine toxicities—When to anticipate them and how to manage them. International Journal of Emerging Medicine. 2009; 2(2):69-76

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Ancient Origins: Reconstructing the Story of Humanities Past: Traditional Medicine and Its Role in Healing in a Modern World. Available from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/file [Accessed: November 6, 2017]Connecting with your intimate needs can and should be an important part of your life. Sexual pleasure can cut down on your stress levels, facilitate better bonding with your partner or deepen your own self-knowledge. Extraction—This is prepared with solvent on a weight by volume basis. Sometimes, the solvent is evaporated to a soft mass. Oreagba IA, Oshikoya KA, Amachree M. Herbal medicine use among residents in Lagos, Nigeria. BMC Complimentary and Alternative Medicines. 2011; 11:117-124. DOI: 10.1186/1472-6822-11-117 Most people in Ghana fully accept modern science-based medicine, but traditional medicine is still held in high regard. They believe in the physical and spiritual aspects of healing. Herbal spiritualists collectively called “ bokomowo” indulge in occult practices, divinations, and prayers and are common all over the country. Tribal vernacular names of traditional healers include “ gbedela” (Ewe), “ kpeima” (Dagomba), “ odunsini” (Akan), and “ isofatse” (Ga).

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