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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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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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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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-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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Anthelmintic, Anti-spasmodic, Antiseptic, Aromatherapy, Calcium, Deodorant, Diaphoretic, Disinfectant, Education, Emmenagogue, Essential Amino Acids, Essential Fatty Acids, Expectorant, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Morocco, Origin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sedative, Selenium, Single Herbs, Spain, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vulnerary, Zinc

Thyme Leaf

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: THYME LEAF Botanical name: Thymus vulgaris Origin: Morocco/Spain Therapeutic actions: Anthelmintic; Antiseptic; Antispasmodic; Aromatherapy; Carminative; Deodorant; Diaphoretic; Disinfectant; Emmenagogue; Expectorant; Sedative; Tonic; Vulnerary. Nutrients: Amino Acids, calcium, essential fatty acids, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, zinc , vitamins B1, B2, B3 and C. Drug Interactions: No known Drug Interactions. Description: Thyme is […]
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Anti-viral, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Mexico, Minerals, Origin, Protein, Single Herbs

Nopal Cactus a.k.a Prickly Pear Cactus

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: NOPAL CACTUS AKA PRICKLY PEAR CACTUS Botanical name: Opuntia streptacantha Origin: Mexico Therapeutic actions: Anti-viral. Nutrients: It has a significant source of protein, vitamins and minerals. Description: There have been several studies showing the hypoglycemic effect up to three hours after its ingestion in different preparations. Internal uses: Nopal fruit, stems and flowers […]
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Analgesic, Anti-arthritic, Anti-asthmatic, Anti-dandruff, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-rheumatic, Astringent, Bulgaria, Calcium, Copper, Croatia, Diuretic, Education, Essential Fatty Acids, Galactogogue, Hemostatic, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Origin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Single Herbs, Stings, Sulfur, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid), Zinc

Nettle Root

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Summary: Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica L.) is a wild herbaceous perennial blooming plant that is commonly known as stinging nettle. It’s a common, multi-purpose crop that’s sometimes overlooked. Europe, Asia, North Africa, and North America are all home to stinging nettle. It is a plant that’s edible and has nutritional and medicinal properties. Young leaves […]

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Analgesic, Anti-arthritic, Anti-asthmatic, Anti-dandruff, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-rheumatic, Astringent, Bulgaria, Calcium, Copper, Croatia, Diuretic, Education, Essential Fatty Acids, Galactogogue, Hemostatic, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Origin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Single Herbs, Stings, Sulfur, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin E (Tocopherol), Zinc

Nettle Leaf

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Summary: Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica L.) is a wild herbaceous perennial blooming plant that is commonly known as stinging nettle. It’s a common, multi-purpose crop that’s sometimes overlooked. Europe, Asia, North Africa, and North America are all home to stinging nettle. It is a plant that’s edible and has nutritional and medicinal properties. Young leaves […]

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Albania, Anodyne, Antiseptic, Aromatic, Calcium, Carminative, Chromium, Croatia, Decongestant, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Diuretic, Education, Emmenagogue, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Origin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Rubefacient, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Stomachic, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

Juniper Berries

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: JUNIPER BERRIES Botanical name: Juniperus communis Origin: Albania/Croatia Therapeutic actions: Antiseptic; Aromatic; Anodyne; Carminative; Decongestant; Diaphoretic; Diuretic; Digestive; Emmenagogue; Rubefacient; Stimulant; Stomachic; Tonic. Nutrients: Calcium, chromium, iron, magnesium, manganese, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 and C. Drug interactions: Interacts with loop and Thiazide diuretics, Spironolactone, Triamterene. Description: […]
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Alterative, Anti-tussive, Calcium, Canada, Demulcent, Education, Emollient, Expectorant, Herbal Descriptions, Iodine, Iron, Laxative, Magnesium, Manganese, Mucilant, Nutrients, Nutritive, Origin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

Irish Moss Seaweed

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: IRISH MOSS SEAWEED Botanical name: Chondrus crispus Origin: Canada Therapeutic actions: Alterative; Anti-tussive; Emollient; Mild Laxative; Mucilant; Nutritive; Demulcent; Relaxing expectorant; Tonic. Nutrients: Calcium, iron, iodine, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, zinc, vitamins B1, B2, B3 and C. Description: Irish Moss is a seaweed. This is a nourishing food for those recovering from […]
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Alterative, Anti-bacterial, Anti-fungal, Anti-phlogistic, Anti-rheumatic, Anti-scorbutic, Antibiotic, Aperient, Blood Purifier, Calcium, Carminative, China, Cholagogue, Chromium, Copper, Demulcent, Depurative, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Education, Essential Amino Acids, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Iron, Laxative, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Origin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Stomachic, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, USA, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

Burdock Root

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BURDOCK ROOT Botanical name: Arctium lappa Origin: USA/China Therapeutic actions: Alterative; Anti-scorbutic; Anti-bacterial; Anti-fungal; Anti-rheumatic; Antibiotic; Anti-phlogistic; Aperient; Blood purifier; Carminative; Cholagogue; Depurative; Demulcent; Diaphoretic; Diuretic; Hypoglycemic; Mild Laxative; Stomachic; Tonic. Nutrients: Amino acids, calcium, chromium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 and C. Drug […]
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Adaptogen, Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-pyretic, Anti-tussive, Carminative, China, Diaphoretic, Education, Hepatoprotective, Herbal Descriptions, Nutrients, Origin, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol-D2)

Bupleurum Chinensis Root

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BUPLEURUM CHINENSIS ROOT Botanical name: Bupleurum chinesis Origin: China Therapeutic actions: Anti-inflammatory; Hepato-protective; Mild sedative; Anti-pyretic (reduces fever); Analgesic; Adaptogen; Anti-tussive; Diaphoretic; Carminative. Nutrients: Vitamins A, B1, B2, C and D. Drug interactions: Interacts with Interferon. Description: Bupleurum root is bitter and pungent in taste and cooling (anti-inflammatory) in action. It has been […]
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Anti-dandruff, Antithyroid, Astringent, Bitter, Calcium, Cardiac, China, Diuretic, Education, Emmenagogue, Hemostatic, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Narcotic, Nutrients, Origin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sedative, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Bugleweed

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BUGLEWEED Botanical name: Lycopus virginicus Origin: China Therapeutic actions: Anti-dandruff; Antithyroid; Astringent; Bitter; Cardiac; Diuretic; Emmenagogue; Hemostatic; Hypoglycemic; Narcotic; Sedative; Tonic. Nutrients: Calcium, potassium, phosphorus, vitamins A and C. Drug interactions: Interacts with thyroid hormones. Description: It has been used to treat an overactive thyroid gland and the racing heartbeat that often accompanies […]
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Alterative, Anthelmintic, Bitter, Calcium, Cathartic, Chlorine, Cholagogue, Copper, Depurative, Diuretic, Education, Emetic, Herbal Descriptions, Hungary, Iron, Laxative, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Origin, Phosphorus, Poland, Potassium, Single Herbs, Sodium, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vermifuge, Zinc

Buckthorn Bark

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BUCKTHORN BARK Botanical name: Rhamnus frangula Origin: Hungary/Poland Therapeutic actions: Alterative; Anthelmintic; Bitter; Cathartic; Cholagogue; Depurative; Diuretic; Emetic; Laxative (the fresh bark is violently purgative); Tonic, Vermifuge. Drug interactions: Interacts with Digoxin and any type of Diuretics. Check with doctor if on Oral Corticosteroids. Nutrients: Buckthorn contains moderate amounts of calcium, phosphorus and […]
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Anti-lithic, Anti-spasmodic, Antiseptic, Astringent, Calcium, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Lithontriptic, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Origin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, South Africa, Stimulant, Stomachic, Sudorific, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Zinc

Buchu Leaf

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BUCHU LEAF Botanical name: Barosma betulina Origin: S. Africa Therapeutic actions: Anti-lithic; Antiseptic; Astringent; Antispasmodic; Carminative, Diuretic; Diaphoretic; Lithotriptic; Stomachic, Sudorific; Stimulant; Tonic. Nutrients: Calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc, vitamins B1, B2, and B3. Drug interactions: Interacts with Loop Diuretics, Spironolactone, Thiazide Diuretics, and Triamterene. Description: Lessons the inflammation […]
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Analgesic, Anti-pyretic, Anti-spasmodic, Aperitive, Bitter, Calcium, Cholagogue, Diaphoretic, Education, Emetic, Febrifuge, Herbal Descriptions, Hungary, Laxative, Magnesium, Origin, Potassium, Purgative, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Therapeutic Actions, Vasodilator, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Boneset Leaf

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BONESET LEAF Botanical name: Eupatorium perfoliatum Origin: Hungary Therapeutic actions: Antispasmodic; Analgesic; Anti-pyretic; Aperitive; Bitter; Cholagogue; Diaphoretic; Emetic; Febrifuge; Laxative; Purgative; Stimulant; Vasodilator. Nutrients: Calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6 and C. Drug interactions: No known drug interactions. Description: It acts slowly and persistently and its greatest power is manifested […]
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