Traditional Healing Practices

noun a common name for the plant 'Galium aparine', known for its sticky seeds

• The golf course was infested with goose grass, making it difficult for players to make clean shots.
• I had to pull out all the goose grass from my garden before it took over everything.
• I can't stand that goose grass, it's such a pain to deal with.
• The problem had grown like a patch of goose grass, spreading quickly and uncontrollably.

adjective relating to or having the properties of medicine; having healing properties

• The medicinal properties of this herb have been well-documented in scientific studies.
• My grandmother swears by the medicinal benefits of honey and lemon for a sore throat.
• I heard that CBD oil is the new medicinal craze for pain relief.
• Laughter is often described as a medicinal remedy for a heavy heart.

noun a disease marked by inflammation and pain in the joints

• Rheumatism is a chronic inflammatory disorder that affects the joints.
• My grandma complains about her rheumatism acting up whenever it's cold outside.
• I heard that soaking in Epsom salt can help with rheumatism pain.
• Dealing with toxic relationships can feel like emotional rheumatism, causing pain and stiffness in the heart.

noun A bath or room in which people sweat, typically for health or relaxation purposes.

• The sweat bath, also known as a sauna, is a popular method of relaxation and detoxification in many cultures.
• Let's hit up the sweat bath at the gym after our workout.
• I'm sweating buckets in this sweat bath, I can't take it anymore!
• The intense negotiations felt like a mental sweat bath, but we finally reached a compromise.

noun a person who sets bones, especially as a profession

• The bonesetter applied gentle pressure to realign the patient's fractured bones.
• My grandma swears by the bonesetter in the village for all her joint pains.
• I heard that new bonesetter in town is really good at fixing sprains and strains.
• The therapist acted as a bonesetter for the team, helping to mend their broken spirits after the loss.

noun a proper noun referring to a specific name or title

• The company's new project, codenamed DOGBO, aims to revolutionize the industry.
• I heard that DOGBO is going to be the next big thing in tech.
• Let's check out the new DOGBO app everyone's talking about.
• The team's collaboration was like a well-trained pack of DOGBOs, working seamlessly together.

adjective relating to or denoting a substance that helps the body adapt to stress

• Adaptogenic herbs are known for their ability to help the body adapt to stress.
• I've been taking adaptogenic supplements to help me deal with my hectic schedule.
• These adaptogens really help me chill out when I'm feeling overwhelmed.
• Just like adaptogenic plants, we too must learn to adapt and thrive in various situations.

noun a plant native to North Africa and the Middle East, known for its small yellow flowers and feathery leaves

• African rue, also known as Peganum harmala, is a flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region.
• I heard African rue can be used as a natural dye for fabrics.
• Have you seen that African rue plant growing wild by the roadside?
• The spread of African rue in the area symbolizes the encroachment of invasive species.

noun African valerian - a plant native to Africa that is also known as Valeriana africana, used for its medicinal properties

• African valerian, also known as valeriana africana, is a plant native to Africa that is used for its medicinal properties.
• I heard that African valerian is good for helping with sleep problems.
• Yo, have you tried that African valerian stuff? It's supposed to chill you out.
• The calming effects of African valerian can be compared to a soothing balm for the mind and body.