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Blue Vervain
Used for liver disorders, irregular and painful menses, cold, flu, fever and nervousness caused by liver congestion, anger and shock. Classification: Bitter herb tonic. Blue Vervain sometimes called wild hyssop and traveler's joy, has been used at least since the Middle Ages. It is considered a bitter and a tonic by herbalists, who use the plant's leaves and flowers. The plant contains glycosides, volatile oil, tannin, alkaloids, and bitter substances.

Burdock Root
Helps skin disorders and relieves gout symptons. Purifies the blood,restore liver and gallbladder function,and stimulates the immune system.

Butcher's Broom
varicose veins and hemorrhoids and to help circulation, phlebitis, leg cramps, varicose veins, and blood vessel plaque. Classification: Bitter herb. Cool energy. Butchers Broom (Ruscus aculeates) once used by butchers to clean their cutting boards, has a long history of use by people of many cultures. It is a member of the lily family, native to southern and western Europe and the southern U.S. In folk history the herb was taken to nutritionally support the circulatory system. Butcher's Broom contains important flavonoids (natural substances which strengthen capillary walls) such as rutin. The plant also contains glycolic acid, which is also found in parsley and juniper berries.

Capsicum
Has been used to speed circulation; slow bleeding; and as general tonic. Helps to regulate the heart and blood pressure and get circulation to the extremities. Commonly used in herbal combinations as a catalyst to increase circulation and thus speed delivery of the herbs. Classification: Aromatic herb. Warm energy. Capsicum (Capsicum annuum) which has been aptly described as the plant that bites back, is a common condiment in certain diets. The plant grows in warm climates and is added to many herbal formulas as a catalyst for the other herbs. Its red color is partly due to its high vitamin A content. Vitamin A is essential for normal vision, growth, cellular activity, reproduction and healthy immunity. Capsicum influences blood flow (just watch someone's face when they eat a food with lots of it), which makes it food for the circulatory system. Nature's Sunshine capsicum has 35,000 to 45,000 heat units per capsule.

Cascara Sagrada
Use for liver disorders,gallstones,leukemia,colitis,parasitic infestation,and diverticulosis. Acts as a colon cleanser and as a laxative.

Catnip
Colic, nerves, colds, flu, hiccups, gas, digestion, cigarette cravings. Catnip, a member of the mint family, grows on banks and waste places in northern temperate regions around the world. It is so named because of the peculiar behavior of cats when they get a whiff of this feline favorite. It doesn't cause such behavior in humans but, like many botanicals, it has many excellent nutritional properties. It contains iron, selenium, potassium, manganese, and chromium and moderate amounts of other minerals and vitamins.

Cat's Claw
Use to treat allergies and neurobronchitis , enhances the treamnt on genital herpes and herpes zoster. Has great substances for treating cancer,arthritis,gastritis,ulcers, rheumatism, irregularities of the female cycle, acne and organic depression.

Chamomile
Used for a number of disorders ranging from the common cold and flu to insomnia, diarrhea, menstrual cramps, nerves, and drug withdrawal. Classification: Aromatic herb. Neutral energy. Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is a popular late- night herbal tea, sold around the world in grocery stores and health-food stores alike. The plant is native to Europe and Asia, and is now cultivated in North and South America and parts of Europe. Chamomile contains the amino acid tryptophan. The plant also contains flavonoids

Charcoal
Neutralizes toxins, poisons, chemicals. Charcoal has been used for at least 2,000 years and has an excellent track record for its absorptive ability. It is often used to support the body's cleansing and detoxification mechanisms.

Chickweed
Absorbs toxins from the bowel, soothes inflamed tissues and gives bulk to the stool. Reduces appetite, burns fat, and helps removes plaque from blood vessels. Also used in cases of joint pain, inflammatory skin conditions and obesity. Classification: Bitter/Mucilaginous herb. Cool energy. Chickweed (Stellaria media) is a common herb--often considered a weed--that grows in the world's temperate regions. It has a long growing season and its pollen is a common cause of springtime allergies. It provides one of the few sources of fresh seed for birds in the winter, and can be used as a salad herb and a cooked vegetable. In herbology it is used primarily to support the urinary system. Some use it to provide nutrients that must be present for the body's metabolism-balancing functions. It is mild in nature and contains vitamins A and C, some B vitamins, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, and zinc.

Chlorophyll
Used as a gargle for sore throat and bad breath, for anemia, energy, digestive and intestinal disorders and hemorrhage. Excellent cleanser and immune enhancer. Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that harnesses the sun's energy in photosynthesis. Chlorophyll is to plants what blood is to humans--it performs metabolic functions such as respiration and growth. Interestingly, the chlorophyll molecule is chemically similar to human blood, except that its central atom is magnesium, whereas that of human blood is iron.

Chlorella
speed the cleansing bloodstream. high in RNA & DNA, good for protect ultraviolet radiation.

CoQ-10
Vitamin-Like substance that resembles vitamin E,but even more powerful antioxidant. It is also called ubiquinone. It plays crucial role in the effectiveness of the immune system and in the aging process.

Cornsilk
Chronic urinary tract problems and prostate problems. Herbalist believe it can bring back contractions during childbirth and slow bleeding after the baby is born. It has been used for kidney, bladder and for bedwetting. Classification: Bitter/Mucilaginous herb. Neutral energy. Cornsilk (Zea mays)--the silky tassel inside the corn husk--is not often considered a food but it is highly valued in herbology as a urinary system support. Corn is indigenous to Central America but is now widely cultivated elsewhere. After the corn plant has shed its pollen, the silk is gathered and dried, then powdered for various uses. It contains silicon, B vitamins and PABA, and moderate amounts of iron, zinc, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus. Its key constituents are maizenic acid, fixed oil, resin and mucilage. Cornsilk is very popular in Chinese herbology and is an example of one of the many valuable sources of nutrition that go overlooked or are considered waste by the general population.

Damiana
Increases blood circulation, calms nerves and relieves smooth muscle spasms. Also used for anxiety, impotence, infertility (male & female), hot flashes and fatigue. It acts as a hormone balancer. Classification: Bitter/Aromatic herb. Warm energy. Damiana (Turnera aphrodisiaca) is a strongly aromatic shrub that grows abundantly in dry, rocky soils such as those found in Mexico, California and Texas. The Mayan Indians of the Yucatan employed it in their dietary regimen for its special health benefits, and today it is widely used by Latin-American cultures. It has small leaves and occasionally produces small, yellow flowers. It is believed to have mildly stimulating qualities due to its volatile oil content. In addition to volatile oils it contains alkaloids, flavonoids, cyanogenic glycosides, tannins and resins

Dandelion
Herbalists turn to dandelion for its ability to enhance the efficiency of the body's eliminative and detoxifying functions. Used as a tonic, blood purifier, for liver dysfunction, constipation, inflammatory skin conditions and frequent urination. Classification: Bitter herb. Cool energy. Dandelion (Taraxacum officinalis) is a member of the sunflower family, native to Europe and naturalized in North America. Its name is a corruption of the French dents de lion, meaning teeth of the lion. Although gardeners consider it a nuisance, herbalists consider the plant one of the most nutrient-rich in the plant kingdom. The whole plant is edible, the flowers being used to make wine, the leaves boiled like spinach or added to salads, and the roots as a vegetable and as a coffee substitute. The herb is a source of potassium, sodium, phosphorus and iron. The leaves are a richer source of vitamin A than carrots and contain some amounts of vitamins B, C and D.

Devil's Claw
Being popular in Africa and in Europe for more than two hundred years. Primarily used as an antiinflammatory and pain reliever against arthritis and rheumatism, and acts to reduce cholesterol. Said to be useful in treating gout.

Dong Quai
Used in the treatment of female problems such as hot flashes,menopause,PMS and vaginal dryness. Increase the effect of ovarian/testicular hormones.

Echinacea
A bitter herb used for colic,colds,flu,infections and snake bites. Has antibiotic,antiviral,and antiinflamatory properties. Good for the immune system,lymphatic system and glandular swelling.

Evenning Primrose oil
Aids in weight loss,reduces high blood pressure,and helps to treat all skin disorders,female disorders such as cramps and heavy bleedings,hot flashes,multiple sclerosis,arthritis,alcoholism and amny other disorders.

Eyebright
Used as eyewash. Prevent secretion of fluids and relieves discomfort from eyestrain or minor irritation. Good for all eye disorders.

Feverfew
Relieves headaches,arthirtis,indigestion,colds fever,and muscle tension. Eliminates worms. Stimulates the appetite, increase fluidity of lung and bronchia tube muscus,stimulates uterine contractions and promotes menses.

Flaxseed
Used for female disorders,colon problems,inflamation and tumors. Promotes strong nails,bones,and teeth and healthy skin.

Garlic
A natural antibiotic. Protect from infection,detoxifies the body,strengthens blood vessels,and lower blood pressure. Aids in the treatment of arteriosclerosis,asthma,arthritis,cancer circulatory problems,heart disorders,insomnia,liver disease,sinusitis,ulcers,and yeast infections. Good for all disease,infections,fungus and bacteria.

Garlic Oil
Used in all lung ailments, for high and low blood pressure, parasites, fungal and bacterial infections, headaches and nervous disorders. Classification: Aromatic herb. Warm energy. Excellent source of chromium, phosphorus, selenium and thiamine.

Ginger
It is of great benefit to the stomach, intestines and circulation. Clinically, has proven to be effective in preventing motion sickness. Also used for nausea, flatulence, colds, coughs, indigestion, fever, vomiting, diarrhea and cold hands and feet. Classification: Aromatic herb. Warm energy. Ginger (Zingiber officinale ) has been cultivated for thousands of years in China and India, and is still most widely cultivated in the East. It was brought to America in the 16th century by the Spanish. At one point it was second only to pepper as the most common English spice. Ginger is very popular in the food industry as an additive to ginger ale, candies, pastries and cakes. Its uses, of course, aren't confined to food preparation. Ginger is written about in many ancient Chinese herbals, and is an ingredient in as many as half of all Chinese herbal combinations. The Chinese use it to buffer the effects of stronger herbs, and also drink it widely in tea. Ginger nutritionally supports the digestive process. The root has a strong, sweet scent. It contains protein, fat, carbohydrates, ash, calcium, phosphorus, iron, sodium, potassium, vitamin A, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, and ascorbic acid

Ginkgo Biloba
Improves memory loss,brain function,depression,cerebral and peripheral circulation,oxygenation,and blood flow. Good for tinntis,asthma,Alzheimer's disease,hear disorders,and glucose utilization.

Ginseng, Korean (Panax)
Energy, longevity, age spots, nerve tonic. Ginseng, Korean (Panax) is the most widely used and studied ginseng in the world. As an adaptogen herb, it is believed to help "balance" the body. Several varieties of ginseng make their habitat in various places around the world, with the three major species being American, Siberian, and Korean. Each species has its own chemical properties. For instance, Siberian ginseng is of a different genus than the other two ginsengs, but it possesses many of the qualities of Korean ginseng. Siberian ginseng is an adaptogen, although perhaps more mild than Korean ginseng. Siberian ginseng is the least expensive of the three ginsengs. Wild American ginseng is a true ginseng, and was held to be of great value even in the early days of pioneer settlement in America. Its ginsenosides differ from those of Korean ginseng, although the two share similar properties. It is the most expensive of the three ginsengs.

Ginseng(siberian,American.Panax)
Used for impotence(stimulates male sex galnds), stress(strengthen adrenal glands),cocaine withdrawl,energy,diabetes,radiation protection,colds and chest problems. Promotes lung function,enhances immune function,stimulates the appetite,and normalize the blood pressure.

Ginseng
Energy, longevity, age spots, nerve tonic. Ginseng, Wild American grows in the northeast U.S. and Canada. In the U.S. it is found from Michigan and Wisconsin, south to northern Florida, Alabama, Louisiana and Oklahoma. A heavy concentration lies in the Appalachian Mountains, although wild American ginseng is considered endangered. Ginseng was valued by the native American Indians long before the white men began to popularize it. It gained wide acclaim in the 1700s, when a French Jesuit priest returned to Paris with a sample he had found in southern Canada. Sensing the potential profits from the plant, Jesuits sent missionaries to Canada to find more of it, and for several years the Jesuits shipped tons of American ginseng to China. In 1784 George Washington reported meeting pack horses carrying ginseng. Daniel Boone and Davy Crockett are said to have made large sums of money in ginseng trafficking. American ginseng became a lucrative crop, and not unlike the gold during the gold rush of California, the wild ginseng was almost wiped out along the Eastern seaboard due to overharvesting. Ginseng's botanical name, Panax, is derived from the Greek word panakos, or panacea. American ginseng is considered to have more cooling properties than its Asian counterparts. It is only used after the roots are at least four years old. Despite its being very difficult to cultivate, some farmers have succeeded.

Golden Seal
Strenthens the immune system,acts as an antibiotic,has anti-imflamatory and antibacterial properties, potentiates insulin,and cleanse the body. Good for colds,flu,inflammation,glandular swelling,gum disease,morning sickness,diabetes,hypoglycemia,and ulcers. Good for stomach,prostate,bladder,and vaginal disorders.

Gotu Kola
Stimulates central nervous system,aids in the elimination of excess fluids,shrink tissues,decrease fatigue and depression and increase sex drive. Used for rheumatism,blood diseases,mental disorders,high blood pressure,congestive heart failure,sore throat,hepatitis,urinary tract infections.

Hawthron berries
A herb used to dilate the coronary blood vessels,to restore the heart muscle wall,and to lower cholesterol levels. Used to treat heart disease,sore throats and skin sores.

Hops
Insomnia, nervousness, hyperactivity, decreases desire for alcohol. Hops grows throughout Europe, Asia and North America, and belongs to the same group of plants as the stinging nettle. It is perhaps best known for its use in beer brewing. Hops gives beer its distinctive taste and prevents bacterial growth. It is also valuable as a food, the young shoots being eaten like asparagus in many countries. Hops is, of course, valuable in the world of nutritional herbology. Its reputation prompted many in times past (and even some today) to sleep on pillows filled with hops, including England's King George III.

Horsetail
Used to diuretic and in the treatment of kidney stones. Strenthen hair,nails,bone,and teeth,promotes healthy skin,and increase calcium absorption.

Hydrangea
to relieve inflamed or enlarged prostate. Used for urinary stones or gravel associated with infections. Used for arthritis, gout, kidney stones, and bladder problems. Classification: Bitter herb. Warm energy. Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens) an elegant shrub which grows readily in the southern and midwestern U.S., is a bitter and a solvent. It contains chromium, manganese and silicon, and its solvent properties nutritionally support the urinary system. In herbology the dried, powdered root is used.

Juniper Berries
Pancreas, adrenals, diuretic, edema (dropsy), uric acid. Juniper Berries are found on the evergreen juniper shrub, which grows widely throughout the Northern Hemisphere. New berries appear on mature trees in the fall, and by spring they ripen to blue. Because the berries take between two to three years to fully ripen, the same plant can have unripe green and ripe blue berries at the same time. In the Middle Ages, juniper's scent was believed to keep the plague away. In addition to their use in herbology, the berries are used as a flavoring agent in gin and luncheon meats. The berries' nutritional profile and volatile oil make them particularly suited to the genitourinary system. They contain vitamin C, among other nutrients.

Kelp
Beneficial to the sensory nerves,membranes surrounding the brain,spinal cord,and brain tissue. Used for hair loss,goiter,ulcers,and obesity. Good for thyroid function,arteries,and nails.

Lecithin
Needed by every living cell in human body. especially important to prevent arteriosclerosis,protects against cardiovascular disease,increase brain function.Known to promote energy and is needed to help repair the damage to the liver caused by alcoholism.

Licorice Root
Stomach and intestinal ulcers, adrenal insufficiency, cough, sore throat, drug withdrawal, endurance, vitality, high blood sugar, flu, colds and all lung problems. Helps restore the voice. Classification: Bitter herb. Neutral energy. Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) has a long history of use by cultures throughout the world, including the Greeks, Egyptians, Chinese and Hindus. It grows wild in southern and central Europe and is extensively cultivated in Russia, Spain, Persia and India. Licorice was so valued in ancient Egypt that even King Tutankhamen was buried with a supply. Licorice is widely used as a flavoring, not only for candy (although most modern licorice candies are flavored with anise) but also in cough drops, syrups, tonics and laxatives. It flavors certain kinds of beer, frozen dairy desserts, gelatins, puddings and meat products. The sweet root can be chewed as a special treat. Licorice is included in most Chinese herb combinations to balance the other herbs and to promote vitality. It is a source of magnesium, silicon and thiamine.

Lobelia
Used for respiratory weaknesses, asthma, congestion, mucus, childhood diseases, ear infection, teething, nervous disorders and pain. Lobelia is one of nature's best relaxants. It is one of the fastest-acting herbal antispasmodics known. Classification: Bitter herb. Neutral energy. Lobelia is native to North America, especially to the eastern regions, and produces violet-pinkish-white flowers. It is sometimes called Indian tobacco because the American Indians smoked it for various benefits, and has been shown to contain a substance called lobeline, similar to nicotine. The plant is beautiful as well as useful. Dwarf lobelia plants are often cultivated for use in hanging baskets.

Maitake(Grifron) Mushroom
In Japan it is called KING of MUSHROOM, many researchers believe that maitake has anti-tumor effect against syngeneic tumors,even help prevent the destruction of T-helper cells by HIV. also appears to have a superior ability to lower blood pressure, beneficial to diabetics & obesity patients.

Marshmallow
Used for ulcers; irritated throat and chest caused by bad coughs, mucus, emphysema, and other lung problems. Beneficial in removing stones and gravel from the urinary tract. Classification: Mucilaginous herb. Cool energy. Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis ) in an herbal form might sound unusual to someone unfamiliar with herbology--but long before the white squishy balls were sitting on supermarket stores, the plant was growing in marshes. The plant is a member of the Mallow family, which prefers for its habitat wet places such as marshes--hence the name. It grows widely around the world, and is found in the western U.S. The modern confection has none of the plant in it, but in times past the boiled roots were used to make marshmallows. Served as a vegetable, the plant was considered a delicacy among the Romans. In France the young tops and leaves are eaten uncooked in salads. Its high mucilage content makes it an appropriate supplement for the respiratory system.

Milk Thistle(Silymarin)
For all liver disorders such as jaundice and hepatitis. Prevents free radical damage by action as antioxidant, protecting the liver,stimulates the production of new liver cells and prevents formation of damaging leukotrienes.

Morinda
Morinda's historical uses target the digestive, intestinal, respiratory and immune systems. It is particularly useful for supporting the nervous and skeletal systems, especially painful joints, and for skin health. News about this remarkable plant--used for more then 2,000 years by native islanders and Asians--is spreading quickly. Ancient manuscripts cite morinda as an ingredient in many health preparations. The Hawaiians and Puerto Ricans call it Noni. In Samoa and Tonga it is known as Nonu. In Tahiti it is known as Nono, and in the Caribbean it is called Pain Killer Tree. In India it is called Mulberry. In China it is best known as Ba ji tian.

Mullein
Used for sinus, lung and bronchial congestion, tuberculosis; irritated throat and bronchial passages; coughs; colds, hay-fever; stomach cramps and diarrhea. Classification: Mucilaginous herb. Cool energy. Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) is native to Europe and Asia, although it has been naturalized in the U.S. It bears yellow clustered flowers, and is known by many names including Donkey's Ears, Bunny's Ears and Velvet Plant. The plant has a long history of use in many cultures. In medieval Europe, "witches" used it in incantations, brews and love potions. It has a high mucilage content and contains mild saponins, making it suitable for occasional needs of the respiratory system. Mullein contains iron, magnesium, potassium, sulfur and calcium phosphate.

Nopal
Nopal is particularly beneficial when it comes to nutrients for the pancreas and liver, which in turn support the digestion and help maintain blood sugar balance. Nopal is a cactus plant, commonly called Prickly Pear. In Mexico its succulent, dethorned leaves are used as food. As a fibrous plant, it contains pectin, mucilage and gums which are helpful to the digestive system. These and other nutritional factors may be useful in the bowel to prevent fat and excessive sugars from entering the bloodstream

Oregon Grape
Used for liver disorders, menstrual irregularities, skin problems, bronchial and lymphatic congestion, weak digestion, chronic constipation, flatulence and inflammation of joints. One of the best blood purifiers and liver stimulants. Classification: Bitter herb. Cool energy. Oregon Grape is native to the west coast of North America, and is cultivated elsewhere for ornamental purposes. It is also known as mountain grape and holly-leaved barberry. The plant grows quickly and reaches a height of six feet, producing yellowish-green flowers and purple berries. The roots are used in herbology as a nutritional aid to the digestive and circulatory systems. The plant contains the alkaloids berberine and hydrastine, which are also found in golden seal. It also contains oxycanthine and columbamine. Oregon Grape Liquid Herb is suspended in an all-natural glycerin base, which adds its own nutritional properties.

Parsley
Good for goiter,obesity,edema,bed-wetting,fluid retention,rheumatism,indigestion,gas,menstraul disorders.

Pau D'arco
antibacterial agent,has a healing effect and cleanse the blood. Good for candidiasis,smoker's cough,warts,all types of infection,diabetes,ulcers,rheumatism,allergies,tumors,AIDS,leukemia,canc er,and liver disease.

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