Anti-rheumatic, Aperient, Bitter, Calcium, Canada, Choline, Demulcent, Depurative, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Education, Emollient, Essential Fatty Acids, Expectorant, Febrifuge, Herbal Descriptions, Hungary, Iron, Laxative, Lenitive, Magnesium, Nutrients, Origin, Pectoral, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sedative, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Sudorific, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, USA, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

Borage Leaf

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BORAGE LEAF Botanical name: Borago officinales Origin: Hungary/Canada/USA Therapeutic actions: Aperient; Anti-rheumatic; Bitter; Demulcent; Diaphoretic; Depurative; mild diuretic; Emollient; Expectorant; Febrifuge; Laxative; Lenitive; Pectoral; Sudorific; mild sedative; Stimulant; Tonic. Nutrients: Calcium, choline, essential fatty acids, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, vitamins B1, B2, B3 and C. Drug interactions: No known drug interactions. Description: […]
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Alterative, Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-periodic, Anti-pyretic, Anti-spasmodic, Astringent, Calcium, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Education, Emetic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Galactogogue, Herbal Descriptions, Manganese, Nervine, Nutrients, Origin, Parasiticide, Relaxant, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, USA, Vermifuge, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin E (Tocopherol), Vulnerary

Blue Vervain Root

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BLUE VERVAIN ROOT Botanical name: Verbena hastata Origin: USA Therapeutic actions: Alterative; Analgesic; Anti-inflammatory; Anti-pyretic; Astringent; Anti-periodic; Antispasmodic; Diaphoretic; Diuretic; Emetic; Emmenagogue; Expectorant; Galactogogue; Nervine; Parasiticide; Relaxant; Stimulant; Tonic; Vermifuge; Vulnerary. Nutrients: Calcium, manganese, vitamins C and E. Drug interactions: No known drug interactions. Description: A natural tranquilizer and counteracts periodic disorders of […]
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Aphrodisiac, Education, Egypt, Herbal Descriptions, Nutrients, Origin, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Taurine, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

Blue Lotus, Egyptian

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] A.K.A Blue Lotus, Egyptian Flower, Blue Lily Botanical name: Nymphaea caerulea Origin: Egypt Therapeutic actions: Aphrodisiac; Stimulant; Tonic. Nutrients: Taurine, vitamins B3, B5, B6 and B12. Drug interactions: No known drug interactions. Description: It has been used in ancient Egypt as a key to good health, sex and re-birth. It has been said to […]
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Anthelmintic, Astringent, Calcium, Cathartic, Cholagogue, Education, Febrifuge, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Laxative, Magnesium, Nervine, Nutrients, Odontalgic, Origin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Stomachic, Tonic, USA, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B15 (Pangamic Acid), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin P (Flavonoids), Zinc

Butternut Bark

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BUTTERNUT BARK Botanical name: Juglan cinerea Origin: USA Therapeutic actions: Astringent; Anthelmintic; Cathartic; Cholagogue; Febrifuge; Laxative; Nervine; Odontalgic; Stomachic; Tonic. Nutrients: Calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6, B15, C and P. Drug Interactions: No known interactions. Description: Butternut was used by various native North […]
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Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-phlogistic, Anti-spasmodic, Antiseptic, Aperient, Astringent, Calcium, Cholagogue, Co-Q10, Diaphoretic, Education, Egypt, Emmenagogue, Herbal Descriptions, Nutrients, Origin, Phosphorus, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin E (Tocopherol), Vulnerary

Calendula Flower a.k.a Marigold

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: CALENDULA FLOWER a.k.a MARIGOLD Botanical name: Calendula officinalis Origin:   Egypt Therapeutic actions: Anti-phlogistic; Anti-fungal; Anti-inflammatory; Antiseptic; Antispasmodic; Aperient; Astringent; Cholagogue; Diaphoretic; Emmenagogue; Skin; Stimulant; Vulnerary; Warts. Nutrients: Calcium, coenzyme Q10, phosphorus, vitamins A, C and E. Drug interactions: No known drug interactions. Description: It has been used for the blood and skin both […]
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Anodyne, Anti-depressant, Anxiolytic, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Origin, Sedative, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, USA

California Poppy Leaf

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: CALIFORNIA POPPY LEAF Botanical name: Eschscholzia californica Origin: USA Therapeutic actions: Sedative; Anodyne; Anxiolytic; Antidepressant. Drug interactions: Sedative medications Benzodiazepines, CNS depressants. Description:   It has been used by Native American’s for generations for enhancing relaxation and reducing pain. It has been described that this native plant has sedative chemical components similar to that […]
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Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-spasmodic, Cardiotonic, China, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Japan, Korea, Origin, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, USA

Butterbur Root

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BUTTERBUR ROOT Botanical name: Petasites hybridus Origin: China, Korea, Japan, USA Therapeutic actions: Anti-spasmodic; anti-inflammatory; cardio tonic; diaphoretic; diuretic; and leaves that function as an analgesic. Drug Interactions: Medications that increase break down of other medications by the liver (Cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) inducers) interacts with BUTTERBUR. Some of these medicines include carbamazepine […]
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Abortifacient, Anodyne, Aphrodisiac, Aromatic, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Education, Emmenagogue, Febrifuge, Hallucinogenic, Herbal Descriptions, India, Odontalgic, Origin, Poland, Sedative, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Stomachic, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vermifuge, Vulnerary

Calamus Root

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Summary: Calamus root, commonly known as sweet flag, has been used by various cultures since biblical times. In the Orient, and in ancient Egypt, the rhizome was thought to be a powerful aphrodisiac, while the Turk’s carried the aromatic rhizome to thwart infectious disease. The Sanskrit Kalamas, the Roman calamus and the Greek Kalamos all […]

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Albania, Aperient, Calcium, Chromium, Deobstruent, Depurative, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Origin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Vasoconstrictor, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

Butcher’s Broom Root

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BUTCHER’S BROOM ROOT Botanical name: Ruscus aculeatus Origin: Albania Therapeutic actions: Aperient; Deobstruent; Depurative; Diaphoretic; Diuretic; Vasoconstrictor. Nutrients: Calcium, chromium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc, vitamins B1, B2, B3 and C. Drug interactions: No known drug interactions. Description: It has been taken internally in the past in the treatment of […]
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Anthelmintic, Anti-spasmodic, Birthing aid, Calcium, Diaphoretic, Education, Emmenagogue, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Origin, Oxytoxic, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sedative, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, USA, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin E (Tocopherol), Zinc

Blue Cohosh Root

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Summary: Blue cohosh is an indigenous North American flowering herb that grows in rich moist soil in wooded areas along the east coast of the U.S. and Canada. It has small yellow-green flowers, blue-hued berries and yellowish roots. Blue cohosh was commonly referred to as “squaw root” because of its use by Native American women […]

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Cathartic, Diuretic, Education, Emetic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Febrifuge, Herbal Descriptions, Odontalgic, Rubefacient, Sedative, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic

Bloodroot

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Summary: With the scientific name Sanguinaria canadensis, this flowering plant can be found throughout the northeastern United States and some parts of Nova Scotia. The plant had been used by Native Americans for generations in its natural form and formed an important part of herbal medicine. You may not recognize the name bloodroot right away, but depending on […]

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Aperient, Beta Carotene, Calcium, Chelated Minerals, Chlorophyll, DNA, Education, Enzymes, Essential Amino Acids, GLA, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Nutritive, Phosphorus, Potassium, Protein, RNA, Selenium, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin), Zinc

Spirulina a.k.a Blue-Green Algae

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: SPIRULINA a.k.a BLUE-GREEN ALGAE Botanical name: Spirulina platensis Origin: China/USA/India Therapeutic actions: Aperient; Nutritive; Tonic. Nutrients: It has the highest source of beta carotene, vitamin B12 and GLA. It also has protein, chelated minerals, chlorophyll, potassium, magnesium, selenium, zinc, iron, phosphorus, calcium, manganese, vitamins, amino acids, DNA, RNA and enzymes. Drug Interactions: No […]
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Antioxidant, Astringent, Beta Carotene, Education, Galactaphyga, Herbal Descriptions, Nutrients, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin E (Tocopherol)

Blueberry Leaf

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BLUEBERRY LEAF Botanical name: Vaccinium species Origin: Europe Therapeutic actions: Astringent; Antioxidant; Galactaphyga. Nutrients: Beta-carotene, vitamins A, C and E. Drug interactions: No known drug interactions. Description: The astringent effect is soothing to sore throats and helpful for diarrhea. Internal uses: It has been able to reduce inflammation and nourish the bladder, pancreas, […]
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Alterative, Anthelmintic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-syphilitic, Cathartic, Cholagogue, Diuretic, Education, Emetic, Hepatic, Herbal Descriptions, Origin, Purgative, Resolvant, Sialagogue, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Therapeutic Actions, USA, Vermifuge

Blue Flag Root

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BLUE FLAG ROOT Botanical name: Iris versicolor Origin: USA Therapeutic actions: Alterative; Anti-inflammatory; Anti-syphilitic; Anthelmintic (vermifuge); Cathartic; Cholagogue; Diuretic; Emetic; Hepatic; Purgative (fresh); Resolvent; Sialagogue; Stimulant. Drug interactions: No known drug interactions. Description: For chronic skin and liver disorders, it clears the bile ducts and restores the normal flow of bile. Internal uses: […]
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Alterative, Anthelmintic, Anti-periodic, Anti-pyretic, Aperitive, Astringent, Bitter, Calcium, Carminative, Cholagogue, Contraceptive, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Education, Emetic, Emmenagogue, Essential Fatty Acids, Febrifuge, Galactogogue, Herbal Descriptions, Hormonal, Intoxicant, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Nervine, Nutrients, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Stomachic, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vermifuge, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

Blessed Thistle Leaf

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Summary: Blessed Thistle is said to have obtained its name from its wonderful reputation as a heal all, even purported to cure the plague during the Middle Ages. According to the herbalist Steven Horne, thistles are warrior plants by nature – they are difficult to eradicate, hard to dig up and resistant to herbicides. However, […]

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Alterative, Anti-bacterial, Anti-coagulant, Anti-fungal, Antioxidant, Calcium, Diuretic, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Iodine, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin E (Tocopherol), Vitamin K (Phytonadione), Vitamin S (Salicylic Acid)

Bladderwrack Leaf

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Summary: Fucus vesiculosus is a type of brown seaweed that grows in the Baltic Sea, Atlantic Ocean, and North Pacific Ocean. The whole plant is used as medicine. Fucus vesiculosus contains varying amounts of iodine. Iodine might help prevent or treat some thyroid disorders. Fucus vesiculosus also might have antidiabetic effects and affect hormone levels. […]

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Alterative, Anodyne, Anti-inflammatory, Astringent, Blood Purifier, Calcium, Detergent, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Laxative, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Pectoral, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Vermifuge, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B15 (Pangamic Acid), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin P (Flavonoids)

Black Walnut Hulls (Green)

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Summary: Black walnuts (Juglans nigra) are a type of tree nut said to offer several health benefits, including improved cardiovascular health measures. These nuts contain tannins, a class of substances with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. They’re also high in unsaturated fat and protein. Though research does not support the use of black walnut in preventing […]

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Alterative, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-rheumatic, Anti-spasmodic, Antidote, Astringent, Birthing aid, Calcium, Cardiotonic, Chromium, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Education, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Herbal Descriptions, Hypnotic, Hypoglycemic, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sedative, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vasodilator, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin K (Phytonadione), Zinc

Black Cohosh Root

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Summary: Black cohosh (Actaea racemosa or Cimicifuga racemosa), a member of the buttercup family, is a perennial plant native to North America. Other, mostly historical, names for this herb include snakeroot, black bugbane, rattleweed, macrotys, and rheumatism weed. Black cohosh has a long history of use. Native Americans used it, for example, to treat musculoskeletal […]

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Astringent, Diuretic, Education, Hemostatic, Herbal Descriptions, Nutrients, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Blackberry Root

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Summary: Blackberries are a lower-carbohydrate fruit. They’re considered a superfood that packs a major nutritional punch along with bright flavor and intense color. Blackberries contain beneficial compounds that may help protect against heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Blackberries are a source of phytochemicals called anthocyanins, which can protect cells from free radicals.1 Their deep purple hue […]

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Astringent, Education, Hemostatic, Herbal Descriptions, Mild Diuretic, Single Herbs, Tonic, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Blackberry Leaf

Posted on by Dr. Truman Berst

Summary: Blackberries are a lower-carbohydrate fruit. They’re considered a superfood that packs a major nutritional punch along with bright flavor and intense color. Blackberries contain beneficial compounds that may help protect against heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Blackberries are a source of phytochemicals called anthocyanins, which can protect cells from free radicals.1 Their deep purple hue […]

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