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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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Alterative, Anesthetic, Anti-bacterial, Anti-Hemorrhoidal, Anti-rheumatic, Anti-spasmodic, Antiseptic, Astringent, Calcium, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Education, Emetic, Essential Amino Acids, Essential Fatty Acids, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Irritant, Magnesium, Nutrients, Origin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Pungent, Rubefacient, Selenium, Sialagogue, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Stomachic, Sudorific, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin E (Tocopherol), Zinc

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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Anti-cancerous, Anti-depressant, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-leukemic, Anti-tumor, Anti-Ulcerous, Anti-viral, Antimutagenic, Antioxidant, Contraceptive, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Immuno-stimulant, Origin, Peru, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions

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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Calcium, Choline, Copper, Education, Essential Fatty Acids, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Laxative, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Origin, Potassium, Purgative, Silicon, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, USA, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

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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Abortive, Analgesic, Antacid, Anti-hepatotoxic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-ulcer, Anti-viral, Brazil, Digestive Stimulant, Education, Gastrotonic, Hepatoprotective, Hepatotonic, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Hypotensive, Insect Repellant, Origin, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Uterine Stimulant

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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Aromatic, Calcium, Carminative, Diuretic, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Magnesium, Nutrients, Origin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Stomachic, Therapeutic Actions, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

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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Anti-spasmodic, Antiseptic, Aromatic, Calcium, Canada, Carminative, Digestive, Education, Egypt, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Galactogogue, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Origin, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Stomachic, Therapeutic Actions

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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Alterative, Anti-cancerous, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-neoplastic, Anti-pruritic, Anti-spasmodic, Antiseptic, Demulcent, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Education, Emetic, Emollient, Expectorant, Herbal Descriptions, Hungary, Laxative, Origin, Purgative, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Vulnerary

Violet Leaf, Blue

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: VIOLET (BLUE) LEAF Botanical name: Viola odorata Origin: Hungary Therapeutic actions: Anti-inflammatory; Anti-cancer; Antiseptic; Antispasmodic; Alterative; Antineoplastic; Anti-pyretic; Demulcent; Diaphoretic; Diuretic; Emetic; Emollient; Expectorant; Laxative; Purgative; Vulnerary. Description: It has been used in syrups for respiratory conditions including dryness of upper respiratory tract, dry asthma, chronic coughs and sore throat. Internal uses: It […]
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Anodyne, Anti-spasmodic, Calcium, Carminative, Cathartic, Choline, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Education, Essential Fatty Acids, Herbal Descriptions, Hypnotic, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Nervine, Nutrients, Origin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sedative, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Tonic, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

Valerian Root

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: VALERIAN ROOT Botanical name: Valeriana officinalis Origin: USA/Croatia Therapeutic actions: Antispasmodic; Anodyne; Cathartic; Carminative; Diaphoretic; Diuretic; Hypnotic; Nervine; Sedative; Stimulant; Tonic. Nutrients: Calcium, choline, essential fatty acids, iron, magnesium, manganese, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 and C. Drug Interactions: No known Drug Interactions. Description: It is known […]
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Albania, Antiseptic, Astringent, Birthing aid, Calcium, Disinfectant, Diuretic, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Hypnotic, Iron, Kidney, Lithontriptic, Magnesium, Manganese, Mucilage, Nephritic, Nutrients, Origin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Poultice, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Spain, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

Uva Ursi Leaf

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: UVA URSI LEAF Botanical name: Arctostaphylos uva ursi Origin: Spain/Albania Therapeutic actions: Antiseptic; Astringent; Birthing aid; Disinfectant; Diuretic; Hypnotic; Kidney; Lithontriptic; Mucilage; Nephritic; Poultice; Skin; Tonic. Nutrients: Calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 and C. Drug Interactions: Interacts with Acetaminophen with Codeine, Atropine, Cardec […]
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Anti-bacterial, Anti-fungal, Education, Hepatic, Herbal Descriptions, Origin, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Therapeutic Actions, USA

Usnea

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: USNEA Botanical name: Usnea barbata Origin: USA Therapeutic actions: Anti-bacterial; Anti-fungal; Hepatic; Stimulant. Drug Interactions: No known Drug Interactions Description: It has been used internally and externally for fungal, viral and bacterial infections. External uses: Usnea has been combined with other herbs into a salve. Treats common colds, sore throats, cough and indigestion. […]
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Anti-bacterial, Anti-coagulant, Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-viral, Antibiotic, Antioxidant, Calcium, Education, Herbal Descriptions, India, Iron, Manganese, Nutrients, Origin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

Turmeric Root

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: TURMERIC ROOT Botanical name: Curcuma longa Origin: India Therapeutic actions: Anti-bacterial; Antioxidant; Anti-coagulant; Antibiotic; Anti-fungal; Anti-inflammatory; Anti-viral; Antioxidant. Nutrients: Calcium, iron, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, vitamins B1, B2, B3 and C. Drug Interactions: No known Drug Interactions. Description: It is considered a cleansing herb for the whole body. It stimulates bile flow, reduces […]
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Anthelmintic, Anti-bilious, Anti-cholesterolemic, Anti-spasmodic, Anti-tumor, Antiseptic, Aperient, Astringent, Calcium, Cathartic, China, Cholagogue, Demulcent, Diuretic, Education, Hepatic, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Laxative, Magnesium, Manganese, Origin, Peristaltic, Phosphorus, Potassium, Purgative, Selenium, Sialagogue, Single Herbs, Stomachic, Sulfur, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin E (Tocopherol), Vulnerary, Zinc

Turkey Rhubarb Root a.k.a Rhubarb Root

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: TURKEY RHUBARB ROOT a.k.a RHUBARB Botanical name: Rheum palmatum Origin: China Therapeutic actions: Anti-cholesterolemic; Antiseptic; Anthelmintic;; Antispasmodic;;Anti-tumor; Aperient; Antibilious; Astringent; Cholagogue; Cathartic; Demulcent;; Diuretic; Hepatic; Laxative; Peristaltic;; Purgative; Sialagogue; Stomachic; Tonic; Vulnerary. Nutrients: Calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, sulfur, zinc, vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, C and E. Description: This herb […]
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Abortifacient, Alterative, Anthelmintic, Aphrodisiac, Carminative, China, Demulcent, Diuretic, Education, Galactogogue, Herbal Descriptions, Infertility, Origin, Pectoral, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions

Tribulus Fruit

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: TRIBULUS FRUIT Botanical name: Tribulus terrestris Origin: China Therapeutic actions: Abortifacient; Alterative; Anthelmintic; Aphrodisiac; Carminative; Demulcent; Diuretic; Galactogogue; Infertility; Pectoral. Description: The different parts of the plant are used for different disorders. Internal uses: It stimulates blood circulation, impotence, nocturnal emissions, gonorrhea, and incontinence of urine, painful urination, and gout and kidney diseases. […]
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