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alfalfa herb

What is Alfalfa used for?

The herb has a long history of use in China as an appetite stimulant and as an herbal treatment for digestive disorders, especially ulcers. Ayurvedic medicine used Medicago sativa as an herbal treatment for ulcers, to alleviate the pain of arthritis and as a treatment for fluid retention. Early American herbalists used the herb as a treatment for arthritis, boils, cancer, scurvy, and … [Read More...] about What is Alfalfa used for?

6 Best Supplements To Boost Immune System Health

Your immune system is the courageous army that protects your body from outside invaders. It is composed of cells, tissues, organs, and chemicals. All of these elements work together to fight off bacteria, viruses, and toxins. This is why strengthening your immune health can prevent illnesses and diseases. In addition to a healthy diet and lifestyle, you can also take supplements to build a … [Read More...] about 6 Best Supplements To Boost Immune System Health

false unicorn flower

What is False Unicorn used for?

This herb is recognized as a valuable tonic to the reproductive system, mainly but not exclusive to women. False unicorn seems to have a “normalizing” effect on the female reproductive system, encouraging a regular menstrual cycle. False unicorn has a reputation for improving fertility mainly in women The herb is believed to be effective in treating amenorrhea. It is also … [Read More...] about What is False Unicorn used for?

Lovage Flowers

What is Lovage used for?

Chemical constituents of lovage oil are mainly volatile oil, a bitter acid (angelic acid), resin, and a pigment named ligulin, which can be used to identify alkalinity and acidity in water. Several coumarins have been identified in lovage. As a medicinal plant, the characteristics of it are carminative, diaphoretic, diuretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, stimulant, and stomachic. The Greeks and … [Read More...] about What is Lovage used for?

Pipsissewa Flowers

What is Pipsissewa used for?

Pipsissewa contains quinones (hydroquinones), flavonoids, triterpenes, phenols, methyl salicylate, essential oil, and tannins. Quinones have been proven to have a disinfecting effect on the urinary tract. Pipsissewa was an important herb among the native Americans in North America, and they used it in the form of herbal teas for a variety of health problems, especially as a tonic and diuretic … [Read More...] about What is Pipsissewa used for?

Biting Stonecrop Flowers

What is Biting Stonecrop used for?

The plant contains tannins, rutin (citrus flavonoid glycoside), several alkaloids, sedinon and sedridin and several organic acids. Animal studies have shown that some alkaloids can have major toxicological effects. The amount of alkaloid is significantly reduced when the plant is dried. Biting stonecrop has never been considered to play a big role in herbal medicine and even ancient … [Read More...] about What is Biting Stonecrop used for?

Coltsfoot - Herbal Remedy

What is Coltsfoot used for?

The main constituents of the herb are mucilage, bitter glycosides, and tannins which lead to the herb anti-inflammatory properties and make coltsfoot useful for curing coughs. Coltsfoot is best known as an herbal remedy to treat coughs and bronchial congestion. In fact, the botanical name, Tussilago, means ‘cough dispeller’. The herb has been used for this purpose and to provide … [Read More...] about What is Coltsfoot used for?

Chickweed Flower

What is Chickweed used for?

The medicinal actions of chickweed are regarded to be antirheumatic, astringent, carminative, demulcent, diuretic, emollient, expectorant, laxative, refrigerant, and vulnerary. The benefits of chickweed may in part be due to its high nutritional value. It is particularly high in ascorbic acid (vitamin C), gamma-linolenic acid (GLA, the omega-6 fatty acid derivative), saponins, niacin, … [Read More...] about What is Chickweed used for?

skullcap plant

What is Skullcap used for?

Skullcap contains substances like flavonoids, iridol, sesquiterpene, tannins, bitter substances, essential oil, resin, iron, silicon, calcium, magnesium, lignin and wogonin. Some Native American tribes used it as an emmenagogue to bring young girls into womanhood. It was also traditionally used to bring on visions (in large doses) during spiritual ceremonies. It was once used as a … [Read More...] about What is Skullcap used for?

Why is the Consumption of Dietary Supplements Considered Risky?

Behind the popularity of food supplements, there is, in particular, the idea that they can only do us good... This is to forget that there are potential dangers in taking more vitamins herbal mixture and other minerals. And consumers are not always well informed. Indeed, unlike drugs, to see their marketing authorized, dietary supplements are not required to inform the Australian drug … [Read More...] about Why is the Consumption of Dietary Supplements Considered Risky?

Lobelia inflata flower

What is Lobelia Inflata used for?

Lobelia inflata was used in the 19th century as a medicinal herb to induce vomiting as a means to remove harmful toxins from the body, which explains one of its names “puke weed.” Lobeline is a piperidine alkaloid found in the plant and gives rise to the therapeutic claims surrounding it. The herb is thought to stimulate the respiratory center of the brain resulting in deeper and stronger … [Read More...] about What is Lobelia Inflata used for?

culver's root

What is Culver’s Root used for?

Culver’s root can affect the liver and gallbladder by increasing the production and secretion of bile, which lubricates the intestines which in turns enhances bowel movements. The herb is therefore sometimes used as a treatment for chronic constipation, irritation of the intestines and ailments related to the liver and gallbladder such as hepatitis, cholecystitis, jaundice and other … [Read More...] about What is Culver’s Root used for?

Olive Leaf Extract & Oleuropein

Olive Leaf Extract & Oleuropein Benefits & Uses

Botanical Name: Olea Europaea Other Common Names: african olive, brown olive, common olive, European olive, olive tree, small-fruited olive, wild olive Habitat: Olea Europaea is native to southern Europe, northern Africa and western Asia.  African olive (subspecies) is native to Africa, Madagascar, western Asia and the Indian subcontinent. Description: Olive leaves are from the … [Read More...] about Olive Leaf Extract & Oleuropein Benefits & Uses

Berberine Toxicity, Uses, and Benefits

Berberine was first used in China and India where it appears in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. Used as a dye, it has a distinctive yellow color.  Berberine is an alkaloid bioactive compound which occurs naturally in several plants including goldenseal, barberry, tree turmeric, Oregon grape and goldthread. Scientific studies have shown that berberine has many pharmacological uses … Read More... about Berberine Toxicity, Uses, and Benefits

Black Seed (Nigella Sativa) Benefits & Uses

Botanical Name: Nigella sativa Other Common Names: fennel flower, black cumin, black onion seed, black caraway and kalonji Habitat: Nigella sativa is native to Southern Europe, North Africa and Southwest Asia and it is cultivated in many countries in the world such as the Middle Eastern Mediterranean region, South Europe, India, Pakistan, Syria, Turkey, Saudi Arabia. Description: Olive … [Read More...] about Black Seed (Nigella Sativa) Benefits & Uses

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