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BODYBUILDING AND MORE

Paul Otote

Herbs can heal and rejuvenatebut the art of herbalism is not understood as much as it should be; especially amongst generation Y and Z. This book aims to change that. It takes the reader on a journey including:History of herbsMenstrual benefitsBodybuilding benefitsAnti inflammationFasting & fasting with herbsAnti AgeingThis guide is jam packed with information and helps the beginner understand herbs, how they impact the body and their potential impacts on the nervous system, weight loss, digestion, inflammation and more. Including a revolutionary tickbox system that categorises over 100 herbs. It is written in a witty and personable way that is enjoyable, easy to understand and digest. There is something to learn on each page. Written by Paul Otote. Paul is an entrepreneur, bodybuilder and founder of health and fitness movement DunguBook. He is also the author of Vegan Bodybuilding Made Easy and Complete Nutrient List Guide For Vegans.

Table of ContentsWho Am I?IntroductionWhat Are Herbs?Trithfully How I Got Into

HerbsPersonal BenefitsHistory of HerbsAntiviralFastingAnti InflammationThe 'ITIS'Immune

BoostingDigestionWeight LossAntimutagenicAntioxidantBodybuildingPerformanceMacaMuscle

RecoveryMenstrual BenefitsOrgan BenefitNervous SystemAnti AgeingWays Of

PreparationCat's

ClawMilk

ThistleMaca

PowderAshwagandhaMoringaBurdock

RootPyrolaGinsengGiingko BilobaRhubarbGoldensealHorny Goat WeedBladderwrackGuinea

Hen WeedHoly BasilBaby LeavesBlue VervainBugleweedCatnipRed Willow

BarkCannabisCapadullaBlessed

ThistleSacred

BarkKnapweedChamomileChaparro

AmargoChickweedCloveCocolmecaCondurangoBirthwortCordoncillo

NegroCuachalalateCleaversDandelionDragon

TreeElderberryEucalyptusSiberian

GinsengEyebrightFennelFeverfewManitaGingerGuacoChaparralHaritakiHoodia

GordoniiQuassiaHydrageaWerekeIbogaKalawallaKinkelibaLavenderLemon VerbenaLilly Of

The ValleyLindenLilyBlack LocustHopsYerba Del ManzoMulleinMyrrhOak BarkStinging

NettlePao PereiraPalo MulatoPeonyLeaf Of LifeBricklebushRed CloverSelf-HealPurslansRed

RaspberrySalsifySageMexican ThistleSarsparillaSea MossHouseleekSensitive PlantGolden

RagwortSoursopShephered's PurseShiny Brush PlantTronadoraDamianaValerianYarrowYellow

DockYohimbeUva UrsiResearch Links

PrefaceThis book aims to bridge the gap between generations and cultures. I grew up in South London - Clapham Junction and Streatham, then age seven I moved to Nigeria for a few years and on my return have lived in North West London since. Growing up in North West London being smart was not cool, seeking knowledge was not cool. We looked up to the hustlers. In hindsight I do feel that the messenger and the message has to be right for the right people to take the message from the messenger. Tongue twister I know but I hope to bring the message of health is wealth and I hope that I am the right person that my generation will listen to. We will make knowledge `cool'. The real herbal-life. Let's go!

Who Am I? I have been actively using herbs since 2012. I fast with herbs and use them to enhance my mental and physical strength. I have over 36 herbs and my collection is constantly growing. I run a platform called DunguBook (active on all social media, platforms - check out my videos, they may help you too). This herb guide is the third book I have written to help people on their health journey. The first book is called Vegan Bodybuilding Made Easy, I have been eating a plant based diet for almost 7 years now. The book breaks down how to build muscle, shed fat and get the physique you want whilst eating plants. The second book I wrote is called Complete Nutrient List Guide for vegans: all nutrients food sources, benefits, deficiency symptoms. The aim in this book was to highlight all the nutrients the body needs and where I personally get them from. Including foods, benefits, deficiency symptoms and how much of that nutrient you need.This herb guide will try to explain as simple as possible how to use herbs, which herbs to get and some of their benefits.Introduction

IntroductionDr Sebi's once said that "the herbs are for the healing of the nations". He took that quote from the Bible verse Revelations 22:2 which reads "and the leaves of the tree were for the healing of the nations." Consequently this shows that herbs have a long history alongside human history. At one point, illnesses were treated solely through locally grown herbs but somewhere along the line the art of herbalism was lost and not passed on to the younger generation.The use of herbs are sort of like folktales, these stories and traditions are passed

down from generation to generation in families and tribes. For example, when I used to live in Nigeria, we would sit around and listen as the elders told us stories, some real, some traditional and some untrue; but as a child, who really knows the difference. Nonetheless these stories would give wisdom, as there was always a moral to the story and more importantly, these stories stay with you for life and give you a sense of identity and purpose.These folktales and folklores were the usual tradition and right of passage. Historically herbal remedies were also passed on using these stories. For instance, there is a section of herbal medicine that focuses on folklore and history of herbs. The Mayan civilisation is a great example of a culture that was able to live off of the land and thrive using the resources around them. Their culture had ah-men healers and their ancient healing techniques were passed on from generation to generation.If you think back to your childhood, there may be small things that your family did when you were ill. For me, herbs have been used in my family for generations to cook and to heal. When I was 8 and I had the common cold, my grandmother would make me drink Aloe vera and other locally grown plants. The drink made me want to throw up but it worked, it worked well in fact.There was an advert that aired in the 2005 that essentially made fun of anyone who used home remedies to treat themselves of colds and flus, positioning their cough syrup as the go to for these viruses. At the time it made me wonder how much this sort of smearing had been done throughout history because, as we will see in this book, some medicines were based on herbs.In folklore and herbal history, some herbs have a deep root in religion and cultures. For example, in Christianity, myrrh (page 66) was given to Jesus. Additionally, `sacred herbs' or `holy herbs' have been used in other religions as a gateway to spirituality and in some cultures witchcraft[1]. During the spread of some religions, some cultural practices were seen to be associated with paganism and witchcraft, thus herbs, which were used in rituals, were also deemed as evil and therefore their popularity reduced. Even till this day there are some debates as to whether it is "sinful for christians to use herbs" due to some of the herbal history.[2]To answer that question, Genesis 1:29 states, "And God said, Behold, I have given you every herb bearing seed, which is upon the face of all the earth, and every tree, in the which is the fruit of a tree yielding seed; to you it shall be for meat." Off topic but it's worth noting that the historic word "meat" and how we use the word today is different. For example, in 2 Esdras 12:51 it states that "and did eat only in those days of the flowers of the field, and had my meat of the herbs". Meat of the herbs, meat just meant food in general. Similarly to how flesh could be used to describe the meat of the mango. Something to think about.The information presented in this book is for informational purposes only and does not constitute as medical advice. Before trying any herbs you should consult an expert and conclude your own research. Be mindful that some herbs do have side effects, can interact with current medicines and potentially have adverse effects, always make informed decisions.I recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. This is for educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by food related agency is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Whilst great care was taken to ensure the information in this book is accurate, this is not guaranteed. Now the legal stuff is out the way, let's move on.

What Are Herbs?Herbs are simply defined as any plant with leaves, seeds, or flowers used for flavouring, food, medicine, or perfume. There are different categories of herbs and their definitions can change depending on who you ask but it is worth loosely knowing their meanings. The categories include but are not limited to:There are more categories than the

above but as this book is aimed at beginners we will only discuss a few of them. Herbs can have different effects on the body ranging from having healing effects on a specific organ, for example, milk thistle (page 34) has a healing effect on the Liver. Alternatively, herbs can be used as a general tonic with systemic influence like sarsaparilla (page 73) which is an excellent blood purifier.[3] Astringent herbs take action in the body by contracting soft tissues to stop or reduce blood, mucus, or other discharges. This can be to stop diarrhea, excess sweating, contract veins and tone muscle. [4]Tonics are a popular herb category and what the average person tends to go for, these are herbs known to deeply restore, tone, and invigorate multiple body systems. They are said to have anti-ageing properties, balancing and positive health effects with minimal side effects.[5]AdaptogensThere are also some herbs, such as Ginseng, that are known as adaptogens. Adaptogens, in herbal medicine, are defined as a substance that is held to increase the body's ability to resist the damaging effects of stress and promote or restore normal physiological functioning.[6] Adaptogens particularly aid in the body's adaptation to many types of nonspecific stressors; they increase the efficiency of the healing system, and help neutralise the effects of overtraining, promote wellness, and speed recovery.Some examples of adaptogens are ginseng and ashwagandha. We will speak about these in subsequent chapters. I have both of these herbs in my personal herb collection as adaptogens can help the body heal from stress, overtraining and speed up recovery, thus these herbs can help the bodybuilder level up.Other herbal categoriesAlternatives can support your body's own natural processes and help restore proper elimination and other functions. They help to keep you healthy and restore vitality. Nervines are herbs that specifically support the nervous system. [7] It's worth noting that a herb can have more than one category, for example primary action and then a secondary or tertiary action.In this book I'll take you on a herb journey helping explain some of the benefits of herbs, history of herbs and also categorising over 100 herbs and how they affect the body in an easy to understand layout.

Trithfully How I Got Into HerbsBack in 2012 it was uncommon to see a university student with a cupboard full of herbs. So one question I have always been asked was how I got into herbs. I've suffered from keloids since 2009. I got into an altercation where I was hit with a glass bottle...a few times. Luckily the bottle was not empty and narrowly missed my eye socket unless it could have smashed on my head and I probably would not be writing this book. Life ay.As the bottle fell a piece of glass split my earlobe in two. To cut a long story short within 6 months I had a huge keloid scar on my left ear. A keloid is, in layman terms, a scar that does not know when to stop growing. The healing process just continues with more skin being added to the scar. Keloids (skin)can grow beyond the boundaries of the original wound. Indeed in my case, it looked like I had a second ear.I tried surgery and cutting the keloid off (which has a fifty percent chance of recurrence and if it reoccurs it comes back bigger). In my case, yes you guessed it, it started coming back and due to a reaction to the injections I also started developing a keloid on my right ear. Matching keloids on both ears, some would call that a silver lining?I started to think there was another way and curiosity got the best of me. I started to look into the nutritional reasons for keloids, different theories. Around the same time I also started experimenting with food. I am of the belief that if you do something a lot or depend on it, you should go without it for a while to see how you react to it. I used eat an obscene amount of cornflakes, milk and bread. So I decided to cut it out for a month. During that month I noticed changes in myself that I decided to research further.Along that journey of `enlightenment' I stumbled across a book called How To Eat To Live by Elijah Muhammad. After which I discovered African Holistic health and Nutricide both by Dr Llaila Afrika and then shortly after I

learned of Dr Sebi. It did not take long for me to completely revamp my diet to a full plant based diet or as I called it back in 2012 `Dungutarian'. Laugh now, but the name will soon catch on, you wait and see. Since 2012 I have spent years learning about foods, the body, herbs and I have become a self taught herbalist.In case you're wondering I did manage to heal a keloid, the bigger one on my left ear but I was not able to heal the one on my right ear. No one really knows why keloids form, I have my theories and herbs have slowed down the growth of one tremendously in comparison with the speed of the the first keloid.

Personal BenefitsGrowing up I used to be a bit chubby, when I first lost weight I lost over 4.5 stone, that's roughly 63 pounds. Whilst I was chubby I used to get ill quite frequently, the main illness were colds, influenza and my personal favourite, strep throat. Strep throat is like sore throat but four times worse. Something I have never really told anyone about was, during that time, the main issue I had was erectile dysfunction (ED). For that secret alone, it is worth you buying this book right? Ironically, studies show one in two men in their 30s struggle getting and maintaining - an erection and yet, how many men have you heard speaking about this issue? [8]When I started to work on my health and lose the weight, things improved, but when I started to use herbs, I became a completely different person. It is scientifically proven fact that our bodies and minds change every 7 years. Most cells in your body are renewed after 7 years. Although some things are with you for life, that's still an interesting thought, we are constantly changing and the quality of the changes are based on the quality of the change fuel.For example, you get a whole new skin every 2-4 weeks, red blood cells last only half the year, and your liver renews itself at least once every couple years.[9]Therefore, with new habits and a new lifestyle you can be new and that's how I felt. Now I do not get sick. Before I went full plant based and fell in love with herbs I was a prolific cold and sore throat getter. I now have the opposite of ED, I call it TMD... whatever that means.Other benefits for me include energy, endurance, libido, sleep, muscle recovery and general calm.

History of HerbsHerbs have had a long history along with the human history. My first connection to understanding how old herbs have been in the human history was learning about how marijuana was used by chinese emperors in teas as early as 2500. B.C. Emperor Shen Neng was one of the first major leaders in the ancient world to officially prescribe marijuana tea to treat various illnesses -- including gout, rheumatism, malaria, and poor memory, this was as early as 2737 B.C. [10]That got me thinking towards childhood. I spent 5 years of my life in Nigeria from the age of 5 to 10 years of age. When I was ill in my grandmas compound, she would put together the nastiest concoction of lemon, bitter leaf and fresh aloe vera and force me to drink it, although I almost threw up drinking it, it always worked. Remembering these instances led me to the following chapter, a brief look into human history and herbs starting with my own culture in Nigeria.Did you know herbs were the only medicines used before 500 B.C. Furthermore, in West Africa, it has been estimated that between 70-80% of the population rely on traditional medicine.[11] These figures are not unique to that part of Africa alone, but may even be applied to the whole continent and other parts of Europe and Asia.With such a long human history associated with herbs, it's surprising that people do not know how herbs can affect the performance, healing and repair of an athlete, therein giving them a natural advantage.The main differences with African herbal medicine and western medicine is the holistic approach which is based on interconnectedness. You may have heard of holistic medicine previously, holistic medicine is a form of healing that considers the whole person; body, mind, spirit, and emotions, in the quest for optimal health and wellness. But in African

history, at points during the colonial period and the arrival of Western medicine, there was an impact on traditional African medicine. For instance, ancestral medicine was viewed as inferior, and therefore was stigmatised and marginalised. As a result, the development of this branch of African knowledge was stymied for a long time. In some extreme cases, traditional African medicine was completely banned.[12]Ironically, some of the early medicines in western medicines have their roots in herbs. Pun intended. Aspirin originates from Willow bark extract. Willow bark became recognised for its specific effects on fever, pain and inflammation in the mid-eighteenth century. [13]In ancient times, known antipyretic (used to prevent or reduce fever) agents were found in white willow bark and compounds contained in cinchona bark. Cinchona bark was also used to create the anti-malaria drug quinine. Quinine itself also has antipyretic effects. That shows that herbs can be powerful.Fast forward to today, about onethird of all Americans use herbal supplements to improve their health and the herbal industry is increasing at a steady rate. Reuters states that the global herbal medicine market is expected to witness double digit growth and the market is growing exponentially. That is mainly because more light is being shed on the pharmaceutical industry and patients are now embracing herbal cures. Perfect time to release this book.

AntiviralA viral fever is any fever that is caused by an underlying viral illness. We all know of individuals who believe the reason they `caught a cold' is because they went out in the cold weather. That idea of catching a cold' always makes me think of a cold being like a frisbee. Hey, catch. The belief that the common cold and influenza (flu) are caused by cold weather is not a new idea but catching viruses are not directly caused by cold weather. The truth is, the flu and the common cold are caused by viruses. It just so happens people get sick more often in the winter because they are exposed to each other more than in the summer. In the summer, we are more likely to be outdoors, whilst in the winter, we are more likely to stay indoors - at homes, in schools and at work for example, making it easier for viruses to spread.Some tips to reduce the chances of catching these viruses are to avoid touching your face (that's how most respiratory germs enter your body), eat well, wash your hands and lastly (but most obvious) avoid people who have colds. A good immune system can fight colds and it's worth noting that people under severe stress are more likely to catch colds when exposed to viruses.If you have a virus, you have a viral infection, I know, pretty obvious right, but what is not as obvious is the term antiviral. By definition, antiviral drugs are a class of medication used specifically for treating viral infections rather than bacterial ones.Antiviral remedies can stop viruses and boost your immune system. Some obvious natural antivirals are ginger, turmeric and garlic. These three have been used throughout history to aid the cure of viral infections. One of my favourite herbs is cat's claw. Cat's claw with some turmeric or ginger works wonders. You will find cat's claw on page 34.I haven't been ill in almost 7 years. With that being said, I have had times when I have had the sniffles or felt them coming along and at that point I'll stop eating (fast) and go straight to the herb cupboard and by the next morning I'm back to normal.Herbs marked antiviral in the herb section can help fight the more than 400 different viruses that can cause infection. Additionally they can reduce inflamation and help boost the immune system. What makes antiviral herbs great is that whilst they are fighting infection you can also get the nutritional or other benefits of the herb as with minimal or no side effects.

FastingI fast for a few reasons. The main one is when you stop eating, the body goes into a healing mode, similar to when you are sleeping. Did you know that Hippocrates once said that "to eat when you are sick, is to feed your illness".On my Youtube channel I have several videos

on fasting. I believe fasting is key to longevity and nature agrees. When we look into nature, we see that everything happens in seasons. There is autumn, winter, summer and spring. There is mating season and planting season, and a time to harvest. Some seasons are to sow, some are to reap, so it makes logical sense that we cannot just chow down countless amount of calories daily and expect our system to work optimally. Sometimes a break is needed.Fasting is one of the most ancient healing traditions in human history. Fasting, to some extent is seen in every religion in the world. It is even ingrained into our daily vocabulary. Each morning before we head off to work or studies, most of will grab a plate to have breakfast which literally means to break the fasting period of the prior night. Each night, depending on how long we sleep we each have a small fasting period that we break fast from when we eat breakfast.To be clear, I am not speaking about intermittent fasting. That is not something I myself have practiced. I am speaking about deliberate fasting without solids for between 12 hours to 30 days. Personally I fast from between 20 to 72 hours. But in general, most types of fasts are performed over 24?72 hours. Some people believe to get the full benefits, you need to fast for 3 days. I believe it's best to just listen to the body and break when the body says so (when you fast you will know what I mean). Oddly enough, when I have spoken to people about fasting, some people's first thought is starvation - fasting and starvation are not the same. One is voluntary and deliberate and one is not.When you actually fast, if it is done the right way, you may notice there are two types of hunger. The first type of hunger is an actual hunger where the body yearns for food. The second type of hunger is a mental hunger where you want to eat because that's what you spend a significant part of the day doing or thinking about. Fasting opens your eyes to the difference and helps us understand our own relationship towards food. During a fast, the digestive system shuts down, you rarely feel hungry or move your bowels. It's weird.One of the benefits of fasting is that it reduces insulin resistance and helps the body control its blood sugar better. This is especially important for anyone at risk of diabetes[14]. Other benefits from an athlete's perspective is that you can boost your overall testosterone 180% with just a single short-term fast, fasting also has an impact on human growth hormone. [15]Secondly, did you know that when we eat, we do not just take in nutrients, we also consume a significant quantity of bacteria. Before we dive into that, have you ever wondered how celery has negative calories? It takes more energy to break down and absorb the celery than the celery contains. Eating and digesting food cost calories, for example, calories to chew, make enzymes and churn the stomach. 20-30% of the total calories in protein eaten go towards digesting it[16]. That's not all, when we eat, the bacteria that we consume can trigger an immune response in the body, as some of these foods and bacterias can be perceived by the body as threats. My take on this is that I'd rather have my immune system focused on fighting the virus rather than fighting my food, also, I'd rather my energy be focused on healing the body.Fasting with herbsDuring my fasts, I mainly use water, lemon, limes, fresh coconut water and herbs. I have received the best results combining them at different times during my fasts. For example, first thing in the morning having some fresh coconut water and lime, then during the day having herbs and then coconut water and lime before bed. This routine keeps me hydrated, full of electrolytes and energy. It's my personal belief that the benefits most will get from a 3 day water fast, I can get in 1 day using herbs.The herbs I used during my fast depend on what I am trying to achieve. I believe when you fast, you should have a particular goal in mind. A goal could be to detoxify the liver, detoxify the blood or regulate your metabolism. Perhaps for this i'll use herbs listed in this guide with specific organ benefits. For example, milk thistle, sarsaparilla, moringa and siberian ginseng. It depends on what you are trying to achieve. Before using a herb, be sure to do your own research and consult an expert, the knowledge in

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