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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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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Education, Herbal Descriptions, Single Herbs

Garcinia Cambogia (HCA)

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  GARCINIA CAMBOGIA Botanical name:  Garcinia cambogia Origin:  Brazil AKA MANGOSTEEN Therapeutic actions:  Weight Loss Drug interactions:  No known drug interactions. Description:  Garcinia is a plant. The fruit rind is used to make medicine. Don’t confuse garcinia with Garcinia hanburyi (gamboge resin). Internal uses:  Research suggests that garcinia prevents fat storage and control appetite. […]
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Education, Herbal Descriptions, Single Herbs

Schizandra Berry – “The Youth Tonic”

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  SCHIZANDRA BERRY Botanical name:  Schisandra chinensis Origin:  China Therapeutic actions:  Anti-Bacterial; Alterative; Astringent; Antioxidant; Adaptogen; Antiseptic; Aphrodisiac; Bitter; Expectorant; Sedative; Tonic Drug Interactions:  May be beneficial when taken with drugs that contain the ingredient Acetaminophen. Description:  Schizandra Berry increases energy and helps the body heal itself. It strengthens the digestive organs and the […]
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