Anti-inflammatory, Anti-rheumatic, Anti-spasmodic, Bioflavanoids, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Diuretic, Education, Emmenagogue, Essential Fatty Acids, Expectorant, Herbal Descriptions, Linoleic Acid, Nutrients, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Stomachic, Sudorific, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin K (Phytonadione)

Angelica Root

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Summary: Angelica archangelica is an herb that grows up to 250 cm tall. The root, seed, leaf, and fruit have been used historically in Nordic folk medicine. Angelica archangelica contains chemicals that might kill cancer cells and fungus, reduce anxiety, and settle the stomach.(WebMD)   For a natural health consultation, call 503-362-5899 Or write to: […]

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Adulterant, Anthelmintic, Anti-fungal, Anti-hepatitic, Anti-hepatotoxic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-malarial, Anti-periodic, Anti-pyretic, Anti-snake venom, Anti-thrombogenic, Anti-typhoid, Antibiotic, Antioxidant, Bitter tonic, Calcium, Depurative, Digestive, Education, Expectorant, Flavonoids, Herbal Descriptions, Immuno-stimulant, Laxative, Nutrients, Potassium, Silica, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Andrographis Leaf

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Summary: Andrographis (Andrographis paniculate) is a plant native to South Asian countries. It is commonly used in the traditional Indian medicine system, Ayurveda. Andrographis leaf and stem might work by stimulating the immune system. It might also prevent flu viruses from binding to cells in the body.(WebMD)   For a natural health consultation, call 503-362-5899 […]

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Analgesic, Anti-bacterial, Anti-cancerous, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-leukemic, Anti-microbial, Anti-tumor, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Immuno-stimulant, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions

Anamu

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Summary: Anamu is a perennial herbaceous shrub that’s scientifically known as Petiveria alliacea. It also goes by other names, including tipi, mucura, apacin, guine, and guinea hen weed. While it thrives in tropical climates and is native to the Amazon rainforest, it can grow in various areas, including Central America, the Caribbean, and Southern United […]

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Aperient, Astringent, Carminative, Diuretic, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Laxative, Nutrients, Refrigerant, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Amalaki Fruit a.k.a Amla

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Summary: Amalaki, commonly known as Indian gooseberry or amla, is considered one of the most powerful rejuvenating herbs in Ayurveda. In Sanskrit, Amalaki means “the sustainer” and has traditionally been prescribed to strengthen the immune system and cool the body. What is Ayurveda? Considered by many scholars to be the oldest healing science, Ayurveda is a […]

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Analgesic, Anti-fungal, Anti-neuralgic, Anti-tumor, Anti-ulcer, Antibiotic, Carminative, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Therapeutic Actions

Allspice

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Allspice — also known as Jamaican pepper, pimienta, or newspice — is a single spice with a unique flavor profile described as a blend of up to four different spices, hence the name. Since it’s a spice, it’s usually consumed in small amounts. However, allspice has also been used in folk medicine due to its […]

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Abortifacient, Alterative, Anthelmintic, Anti-bacterial, Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-viral, Antibiotic, Antiseptic, Astringent, Calcium, Cathartic, Cell Proliferant, Cholagogue, Decoagulant, Demulcent, Depurative, Education, Emmenagogue, Emollient, Essential Amino Acids, Herbal Descriptions, Insecticide, Iron, Laxative, Magnesium, Nutrients, Phosphorus, Potassium, Purgative, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Stomachic, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vermifuge, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin E (Tocopherol), Vulnerary

Aloe Vera Leaf

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Summary: There are more than 300 species of the aloe plant, but Aloe barbadensis (aka aloe vera) is the best known and is prized in the health and beauty worlds for its healing properties. The spiky succulent plant grows naturally in dry, tropical climates in Africa, Asia, Europe, and the southern and western parts of […]

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Alterative, Anodyne, Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-pyretic, Anti-rheumatic, Anti-scorbutic, Aperitive, Calcium, Choline, Copper, Depurative, Diuretic, Education, Essential Amino Acids, Essential Fatty Acids, Flavonoids, Galactogogue, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Phosphorus, Potassium, Silica, Single Herbs, Stomachic, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B Complex, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B4 (Adenine), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin Complex, Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol-D2), Vitamin E (Tocopherol), Vitamin K (Phytonadione), Zinc

Alfalfa Leaf

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Summary: Alfalfa leaf is known for its nutritious qualities. This flowering perennial is a member of the pea family and is cultivated worldwide. Medicago sativa has been used as a healthful tonic in American folk herbalism, a culinary food in India, and as digestive support in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Organic alfalfa leaf can be […]

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Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-viral, Astringent, Cholagogue, Coagulant, Depurative, Diuretic, Education, Emmenagogue, Flavonoids, Hemostatic, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Nutrients, Silica, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vermifuge, Vitamin B Complex, Vitamin K (Phytonadione), Vulnerary

Agrimony Leaf

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Summary: The name agrimony comes from the Greek Argemone, which means a plant that is healing to the eyes, although Agrimony isn’t often used in this capacity. Eupetoria is a reference to a king who died in 63 BC and was renowned for his herbal skill and knowledge. It is also called church steeples for […]

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Aperient, Demulcent, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Laxative, Nutritive, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions

Agar Agar

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Summary: Agar (or Agar Agar), sometimes referred to as kanten, is a gelling agent coming from a South East Asian seaweed. It is used for scientific purposes (in biology for instance), as a filler in paper sizing fabric and as a clarifying agent in brewing. Agar can also be used as a laxative (it’s 80-percent […]

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Appetite suppressant, Herbal Descriptions, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions

African Mango Fruit

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Summary: The African Mango tree is native to the humid tropical forests of Nigeria, Southern Cameroon, Ghana and Congo. It grows to 130 feet tall. African Mango trees grow naturally in canopied jungles and rain-forests. Its edible mango fruits have two fruiting seasons from April to July and September to October. The fruits are processed […]

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Herbal Descriptions

Tincture Formulations

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    About Herbal Tinctures How To Use Tinctures Single Herbs Specialized Products Oils Essential Oils Emotional Flower Remedies Special Formulations Tincture Formulations References Glossary     Click on a link below to view Tincture Formulations Herbal Description.     AACN & SKN SPT ADD/ADHD SPT ADRNLS & HYPGLYCM SPT ALLRGS RLF ANEM RLF ANT-ANXTY […]

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Special Formulations

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About Herbal Tinctures How To Use Tinctures Single Herbs Specialized Products Oils Essential Oils Emotional Flower Remedies Special Formulations Tincture Formulations References Glossary     Click on a link below to view Special Formulations Herbal Description.     0-937TH WEEK PREGNANCY TEAAARNICA CALENDULA SALVE BB-SALVEBURN GEL CCAC TEA CALENDULA MARIGOLD SOAPCAT’S CLAW TEA, REGULARCAT’S CLAW […]

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Emotional Flower Remedies

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About Herbal Tinctures How To Use Tinctures Single Herbs Specialized Products Oils Essential Oils Emotional Flower Remedies Special Formulations Tincture Formulations References Glossary     Click on a link below to view Emotional Flower Remedies Herbal Description     A ACCEPTANCE & PEACEADD & ADHD BBLOCKAGE REMOVER CCALM & COLLECTEDCLARITYCOOPERATION DDEPRESSION GONEDON’T WORRY BE HAPPY […]

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Essential Oils

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About Herbal Tinctures How To Use Tinctures Single Herbs Specialized Products Oils Essential Oils Emotional Flower Remedies Special Formulations Tincture Formulations References Glossary     Click on a link below to view Essential Oils Herbal Description     CCITRONELLA OIL CLOVE BUD OIL EEUCALYPTUS OIL LLAVENDER FLOWER OIL LEMON OIL OORANGE OIL OREGANO OIL PPATCHOULI […]

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Specialized Products

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About Herbal Tinctures How To Use Tinctures Single Herbs Specialized Products Oils Essential Oils Emotional Flower Remedies Special Formulations Tincture Formulations References Glossary      Click on a link below to view Specialized Products Herbal Description.     A ACIDOPHILUS APPLE CIDER VINEGAR APPLE PECTIN BBEE POLLEN GRANULES BEE PROPOLIS BENTONITE CLAY a.k.a MONTMORILLONITE CLAY […]

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Single Herbs

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[vc_row][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_column_text] [post_grid id=”5307″] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”sidebar-19″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Most orthodox medical institutions in America frown upon self-health care and the use of herbs, natural foods and other types of natural healing modalities for the reestablishment and maintenance of health. However it is every Americans inherent right to freely choose for themselves whatever type and source of […]
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References

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A Modern Herbal, Mrs. M.Grieve, Dover Publications Inc., New York, 1971. Back to Eden, Jethro Kloss, Back to Eden Books Publishing Co., CA, 1949. Childbearing Years, Susan S. Weed, Ash Tree Publishing, NY, 1986. Complete Guide to Vitamins: Minerals and Supplements, H. Winter Griffith M.D., Fisher Books, Arizona, 1988. Earl Mindell’s Vitamin Bible, Earl Mindell, […]

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Glossary Of Terms

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Absorbent: Attaches to other substances and either neutralizes or renders harmless Adaptogen: A plant property that increases the resistance to stress Alternative: Alters the existing nutritive and excretory processes and gradually restores normal body function Analgesic: A plant property that relieves pain Anodyne: Relieves pain externally Antacid: Corrects acid conditions in the stomach, bowels, and […]

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Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-microbial, Diuretic, Herbal Descriptions, Hypotensive, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic

Abuta

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Summary: Abuta is a woody, climbing rainforest vine with leaves up to 30 cm long. It produces inedible, dark, grape-sized berries. It belongs to the genus Cissampelos, of which thirty to forty species are represented in the tropics. Abuta vine is blackish-brown and tough; when freshly cut it has a waxy luster. Abuta is found […]

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