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Chaste Tree Berry

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  CHASTE TREE BERRY Botanical name:  Vitex Agnus castus Origin:  Morocco AKA Vitex Therapeutic actions:  Anaphrodisiac; Aphrodisiac; Diaphoretic; Diuretic; Febrifuge; Galactogogue; Infertility; Ophthalmic; Sedative; Stomachic Drug interactions:  No known drug interactions. Description:  Well known for its balancing effects to the female reproductive system. Internal uses:  It has been used to stimulate milk flow, regulate […]
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Chamomile Flower

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  CHAMOMILE FLOWER Botanical name:  Matricaria recutita Origin:  Egypt Therapeutic actions:  Anodyne; Anti-Inflammatory; Antiseptic; Antispasmodic; Anthelmintic; Carminative; Cholagogue; Diaphoretic; Emmenagogue; Nervine; Sedative; Stimulant; Stomachic; Tonic; Vasodilator Nutrients:  Choline, Potassium, Phosphorus, Manganese, Iron, Selenium, Silicon, Vitamins A, B1, B3, C, E and F Drug interactions:  Reduces or prevents mouth sores if on chemotherapy, ciplatin, cyclophosphamide, […]
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Centaury Leaf

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  CENTAURY LEAF Botanical name:  Centaurium erythraea Origin:  Croatia Therapeutic actions:  Appetizer; Aromatic; Anti-Periodic; Antiseptic; Bitter; Cholagogue; Diaphoretic; Digestive; Emetic; Febrifuge; Hepatic; Poultice; Stomachic; Tonic Drug interactions:  No known drug interactions. Description:  It has been able to act on the liver and kidneys, purify the blood and is an excellent general tonic and heart […]
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Celery Seed

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  CELERY SEED Botanical name:  Apium graveolens Origin:  India/Egypt Therapeutic actions:  Anti-Arthritic; Anti-Fungal; Anti-Rheumatic; Antioxidant; Aperient; Antiseptic; Carminative; Diuretic; Emmenagogue; Galactogogue; Nervine; Stimulant; Sedative; Tonic Nutrients:  Amino Acids, Boron, Calcium, Choline, Essential Fatty Acids, Folate, Inositol, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Sulfur, Zinc, Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, C, E and […]
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Celandine Leaf

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  CELANDINE LEAF Botanical name:  Chelidonium majus Origin:  Romania Therapeutic actions:  Acrid; Alterative; Anodyne; Antispasmodic; Anti-Cancer; Cholagogue; Diaphoretic; Diuretic; Hydrogogue; Narcotic; Purgative; Stomachic Drug interactions:  No known drug interactions. Description:  Traditionally it was employed as an ophthalmic to treat and clear the eyesight. Internal uses:  It has been used more as a mild sedative, […]
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Bacopa

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Summary: Bacopa (Bacopa monnieri) is a plant that has been used for centuries in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. It is sometimes called Brahmi. Bacopa might increase certain brain chemicals that are involved in thinking, learning, and memory. It might also protect brain cells from chemicals involved in Alzheimer disease. Bacopa is commonly used for Alzheimer disease, […]

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Jasmine Flower

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  JASMINE FLOWER Botanical name:  Jasminum odoratissimum Origin:  China Therapeutic actions:  Antispasmodic; Sedative; Febrifuge; Diaphoretic Description:  Mainly used for respiratory and digestive disorders. Internal uses:  The flowers are used for colds, colitis, digestive disorders, coughs, hoarseness, eye problems, disorders of the breast, excessive itching and skin diseases. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] Click Below To Purchase Bulk# 5493 […]
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Catnip Leaf

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  CATNIP LEAF Botanical name:  Nepeta cataria Origin:  USA Therapeutic actions:  Antispasmodic; Anti-Tussive; Astringent; Anodyne; Antispasmodic; Antacid; Carminative; Diaphoretic; Emmenagogue; Nervine; Refrigerant; Relaxant; Sedative; Stimulant; Stomachic; Tonic Nutrients:  Calcium, Chromium, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Silicon, Zinc, Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 and C Drug interactions:  No known drug interactions. Description:  Catnip is […]
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Catuaba

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  CATUABA Botanical name:  Erythroxylum catuaba Origin:  Brazil Therapeutic actions:  Anti-Anxiety; Aphrodisiac; Cardiotonic; Central Nervous System Tonic; Nervine; Tonic  Drug interactions:  No known drug interactions. Description:  Catuaba is mainly used and a nervine and to enhance memory. Internal uses:  Studies have reported to provide dopaminergic-mediated antidepressant actions.  It has been used for sexual impotency, […]
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Cedar Berry

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  CEDAR BERRY Botanical name:  Juniperus monosperma Origin:  USA Therapeutic actions:  Anti-Phlogistic; Anti-Viral; Anti-Fungal; Birthing Aid; Expectorant; Diuretic; Febrifuge; Laxative; Odontalgic; Pectoral; Poultice; Stomachic Nutrients:  Vitamin C Description:  Cedar Berry increases venous blood flow. Internal uses:  It has been used for coughs, fevers, pulmonary catarrh, rheumatism, scurvy, tuberculosis, diabetes, toothache and to promote menstruation. […]
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Cayenne Root

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  CAYENNE ROOT Botanical name:  Capsicum minimum Origin:  India Therapeutic actions:  Anesthetic; Anti-Hemorrhoidal; Anti-Bacterial; Alterative; Astringent; Antispasmodic; Anti-Rheumatic; Antiseptic; Carminative; Diaphoretic; Digestive; Emetic; Irritant; Pungent; Rubefacient; Sialagogue; Stimulant; Stomachic;:Sudorific; Tonic Nutrients:  Amino Acids, Calcium, Essential Fatty Acids, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Zinc, Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, C, E and […]
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Cat’s Claw Root

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  CAT’S CLAW ROOT Botanical name:  Uncaria tomentosa/Una de Gato Origin:  Peru Therapeutic actions:  Anti-Inflammatory; Anti-Ulcerous; Anti-Cancer; Anti-Depressant; Anti-Leukemic; Antimutagenic (Cellular Protector); Antioxidant; Anti-Tumor; Anti-Viral; Contraceptive; Immune Stimulant Drug interactions:  No known drug interactions. Description:  The herb is used for stomach ulcers, gastritis, rheumatoid arthritis, eczema, “break-bone fever” and liver diseases. Research has been […]
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Sarcoidosis

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Cascara Sagrada Bark

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  CASCARA SAGRADA BARK Botanical name:  Rhamnus purshiana Origin:  USA Therapeutic actions:  Laxative; Purgative; Tonic Nutrients:  Calcium, Choline, Copper, Essential Fatty Acids, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Potassium, Silicon, Zinc, Vitamins A, B1, B2 and C Drug interactions: Interacts with Digoxin,Thiazide, Diurectics, Antiarythmics, Digitalis Glycosides and Indomethacin. Description:  One of the best herbs for the entire […]
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Carqueja

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  CARQUEJA Botanical name:  Baccharis genistelloides Origin:   Brazil Therapeutic actions:  Abortive; Analgesic; Antacid; Anti-Inflammatory; Anti-Ulcerous; Anti-Hepatotoxic; Anti-Viral; Digestive Stimulant; Gastrotonic; Hepatoprotective; Hepatotonic; Hypoglycemic; Hypotensive; Insect Repellant; Uterine Stimulant Drug interactions:  No known drug interactions. Description:  It is a natural digestive and liver aid. Internal uses:  It has been used for digestive disorders, malaria, diabetes, […]
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Cardamom Seed

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  CARDAMOM SEED Botanical name:  Elettaria cardamomum Origin:  Guatemala Therapeutic actions:  Aromatic; Stimulant; Carminative; Stomachic; Diuretic Nutrients:  Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc, Niacin, Folate, Vitamins B1, B2, B6 and C Description:  It is seldom used alone. It has been used to check nausea and vomiting and to help in combating digestive ailments. It […]
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Caraway Seed

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  CARAWAY SEED Botanical name:  Carum carvi Origin:  Canada/Egypt Therapeutic actions:  Antiseptic; Antispasmodic; Aromatic; Carminative; Digestive; Emmenagogue; Expectorant; Galactogogue; Stomachic; Stimulant Nutrients:  Calcium and Iron Drug interactions:  No known drug interactions. Description:  It has been used in dyspepsia and symptoms attending hysteria and other disorders. Internal uses:  The seed is also used in the […]
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Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome (RSD)

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Ear Infections

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