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Drug-free Ways to Fight Your Chronic Pain

October 6, 2020 by M. Kumar Leave a Comment

If you live with chronic pain, you already know that it can be emotionally and physically draining. The toll that it takes on your life can be devastating, and in some cases can last for years. Whether you are suffering from the after-effects of an injury or are dealing with surgery or cancer pain, it […]

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What is Night Blooming Cereus used for?

October 4, 2020 by Herbal Resource 2 Comments

Night Blooming Cereus - Herbal Medicine

The indigenous peoples of America have used the night blooming cereus as a topical remedy for rheumatism and itchy rashes, as well as an internal herbal remedy for worms, cystitis and fever. The Native American tribe Death Valley Shoshone called this plant “pain in the heart”, and used it to treat angina-like pains. Several other tribes of Native […]

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Herbal Therapies For People With Cerebral Palsy

October 2, 2020 by Amy Fletch Leave a Comment

Roughly 764,000 people in the United States (both children and adults) have at least one symptom of cerebral palsy, as per the American Family Physician journal. Cerebral palsy is a group of disorders that make it challenging for individuals to move and maintain balance and posture, affecting various physical functions in the body. While there’s a […]

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3 Powerful Benefits of Taking a Pre-Workout Natural Supplement

October 1, 2020 by M. Kumar Leave a Comment

Spending hours at the gym won’t help you if you aren’t getting the most out of your workout. Many people struggle to achieve real progress when striving to meet their workout goals. This can be from not approaching your sessions with the right kind of energy and a positive mindset. If you want to get […]

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What is Bog Myrtle used for?

September 27, 2020 by Herbal Resource 1 Comment

bog myrtle

The leaves of Bog Myrtle contain an essential oil which is rich in various terpenes. The main substances are alpha-pinene, 1,8 cineol, myrcene, and limonene. Additional substances found in the plant are beta-cadin-4-En-10-ol, 11-selina-4-ol, beta-terpinene, p-cymene, caryophyllene, 4.11-selinadien, beta-elemennon, germacrone and a trace amount of other substances. The plant also contains toxic flavon-glycosides and large […]

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What is Oat Straw used for?

September 20, 2020 by Herbal Resource 1 Comment

oat straw plant

Oat straw contains protein (avenins), saponins, flavonoids, alkaloids, steroidal compounds, vitamins B1, B2, D, E, carotene, starch, and fat. It also contains minerals such as calcium, magnesium and iron and trace elements like silicon and potassium. Oats have been an elemental food source for both humans and animals since prehistoric times. Oats uses as a […]

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What is Wild Yam Root used for?

September 13, 2020 by Herbal Resource Leave a Comment

Wild Yam Dioscorea villosa

Wild yam root has been promoted as a “natural progesterone”. Many herbalists have raised doubts about the practical value of the plant in that regard and concerns relating to possible toxic effects of the herb. In the past, wild yam root was used as a starting material to synthesize progesterone medications such as cortisone, estrogen […]

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What is Heather used for?

September 6, 2020 by Herbal Resource Leave a Comment

Heather - Medicinal Herb

Heather contains tannins, arbutin, saponins, karotin, and the flavonoids quercitrin and myricitrin. It also contains the alkaloid ericodin. This herb is an ancient remedy for urinary tract problems. It is thought to be good for inflammation of the urinary passages, prostate problems, such as prostate enlargement, bladder ailments and kidney stones. Tea made from the flowers is […]

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What is Balloon Flower used for?

August 30, 2020 by Herbal Resource Leave a Comment

balloon flower

The root of balloon flower is considered to have the following health properties; astringent, anti-inflammatory, digestive, expectorant, antitussive, analgesic, antibacterial and slightly sedative. The use of balloon flower in herbal medicine is primarily associated with lung and throat related ailments and the herb is often combined with Chinese licorice (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) in that regard. The […]

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Did You Know That Hemp Flower Can Help with Numerous Health Issues?

August 25, 2020 by Joy Organics Leave a Comment

Hemp comes from the same family of plants as marijuana, and has suffered some negative association as a result. Even though hemp as a plant has been legal to grow and consume for decades, it still has suffered from the stigma carried by marijuana. However, hemp flowers — and the CBD that is derived from […]

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