Anti-bacterial, Anti-tumor, Antioxidant, Astringent, Calcium, Cardiotonic, China, Diuretic, Education, Essential Amino Acids, Expectorant, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Single Herbs, Stimulant, USA, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

Green Tea Leaf

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Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-phlogistic, Antiseptic, Astringent, Cardiotonic, China, Diuretic, Education, Emmenagogue, Hemostatic, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Single Herbs

Ginseng Root – Tienchi

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Adaptogen, Anti-aging, Anti-cancerous, Anti-inflammatory, China, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Single Herbs, Tonic, Vasodilator

Ginseng Root – Prince

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Adaptogen, Anti-aging, Anti-cancerous, Anti-inflammatory, Appetizer, China, Digestive, Education, Galactogogue, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Sialagogue, Single Herbs, Stomachic, Tonic, Vasodilator

Ginseng Root – Dang Shen

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Adaptogen, Anti-aging, Anti-cancerous, Anti-inflammatory, China, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Single Herbs, Tonic, Vasodilator

Ginseng Root – Chinese Ren Shen

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Anti-asthmatic, Anti-bacterial, Anti-cancerous, Anti-fungal, Astringent, Calcium, China, Digestive, Education, Essential Amino Acids, Expectorant, Herbal Descriptions, Infertility, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Ophthalmic, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sedative, Single Herbs, Tonic, Vermifuge, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Ginkgo Leaf

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Analgesic, Anodyne, Anti-Allergen, Anti-bacterial, Anti-convulsive, Anti-fungal, Anti-spasmodic, Anti-tumor, Anti-ulcer, Antisecretory, Aphrodisiac, Calcium, Carminative, China, Diaphoretic, Diffusive, Education, Essential Amino Acids, Essential Fatty Acids, Gastric, Herbal Descriptions, Indonesia, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Pungent, Rubefacient, Selenium, Sialagogue, Single Herbs, Sternutatory, Stimulant, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

Ginger Root

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Alterative, Anthelmintic, Anti-bilious, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-periodic, Anti-pyretic, Anti-venomous, Antiseptic, Bitter, Calcium, China, Cholagogue, Digestant, Education, Emmenagogue, Febrifuge, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Mild Laxative, Parasiticide, Phosphorus, Potassium, Refrigerant, Selenium, Sialagogue, Single Herbs, Stomachic, Tonic, USA, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

Gentian Root

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Anti-bacterial, Anti-cholesterolemic, Anti-pyretic, Anti-spasmodic, Anti-tumor, Aphrodisiac, Astringent, Cardiotonic, China, Demulcent, Deobstruent, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Laxative, Sedative, Single Herbs, Tonic

Fo-Ti Root

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Acne, Anti-bacterial, Aperient, Bile, Bladder, Blemishes, Blood, Blood Cleanser, Calcium, China, Cholagogue, Cirrhosis, Constipation, Depurative, Detox, Diuretic, Dyspepsia, Eczema, Eczema, Edema, Education, Gallbladder, Gallstones, Gout, Hepatic, Herbal Descriptions, High Blood Pressure, Hungary, Iron, Jaundice, Joints, Kidneys, Laxative, Liver, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Postpartum Depression, Potassium, Pregnancy, Psoriasis, Selenium, Single Herbs, Skin, Skin Disorders, Skin Disorders, Skin Eruptions, Stomachic, Tonic, Urinary Disorder, Urinary Tract, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Women’s Health, Zinc

Dandelion Root

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Summary: Although it’s often dismissed as little more than a stubborn lawn weed, dandelion has been used in many forms of traditional medicine for centuries. While Taraxacum officinale is the most common type, many other dandelion species exist. Not only can the leaves, roots, and flower add a pop of color to your plate, but […]

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Acne, Anti-bacterial, Aperient, Bile, Bladder, Blemishes, Blood, Blood Cleanser, Calcium, China, Cholagogue, Cirrhosis, Constipation, Depurative, Detox, Diuretic, Dyspepsia, Eczema, Eczema, Edema, Education, Gallbladder, Gallstones, Gout, Hepatic, Herbal Descriptions, High Blood Pressure, Hungary, Iron, Jaundice, Joints, Kidneys, Laxative, Liver, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Postpartum Depression, Potassium, Pregnancy, Psoriasis, Selenium, Single Herbs, Skin, Skin Disorders, Skin Disorders, Skin Eruptions, Stomachic, Tonic, Urinary Disorder, Urinary Tract, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Women’s Health, Zinc

Dandelion Leaf

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Dandelion Leaf

Summary: Although it’s often dismissed as little more than a stubborn lawn weed, dandelion has been used in many forms of traditional medicine for centuries. While Taraxacum officinale is the most common type, many other dandelion species exist. Not only can the leaves, roots, and flower add a pop of color to your plate, but […]

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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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Anti-arthritic, Anti-bacterial, Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-pyretic, Anti-tumor, Antigastric ulcer, Antimalarial, China, Diuretic, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Immunemodulatory, Origin, Single Herbs, Spermicidal, Therapeutic Actions

Neem Leaf

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: NEEM LEAF Botanical name: Azadirachta indica Origin: China Therapeutic actions: Anti-inflammatory; Anti-arthritic; Anti-pyretic; Hypoglycemic; Antigastric ulcer; Spermicidal; Anti-fungal; Anti-bacterial; Diuretic; Antimalarial; Anti-tumor; Immunemodulatory. Drug Interactions: No known Drug interactions. Description: Neem leaf extracts have been used to control leprosy, respiratory disorders, constipation and also as a general health promoter. Internal uses: Its use […]
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Anti-bacterial, Anti-viral, China, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Origin, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions

Bushy Knotweed

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BUSHY KNOTWEED Botanical name: Polygonum cuspidatum Chinese name: Hu Zhang Origin: China Therapeutic actions: Anti-viral; Anti-bacterial. Description: It is mainly used for the heart and the blood vessels. Internal uses: It has been used for atherosclerosis, high cholesterol, and heart disease; and for digestion problems including constipation, hepatitis, and gallstones. It is also used for cancer, skin burns, pain and swelling […]
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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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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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