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Guarana Seed

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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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Alterative, Anti-bacterial, Anti-periodic, Anti-spasmodic, Antiemetic, Antiseptic, Aperient, Astringent, Calcium, Cholagogue, Deobstruent, Detergent, Diuretic, Education, Hemostatic, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Laxative, Magnesium, Manganese, Nervine, Ophthalmic, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sedative, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Stomachic, Tonic, USA, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

Goldenseal Root

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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-asthmatic, Anti-bacterial, Anti-cancerous, Anti-catarrhal, Anti-cholesterolemic, Anti-fungal, Anti-pyretic, Anti-spasmodic, Antibiotic, Antiseptic, Calcium, Carminative, Cholagogue, Depurant, Diaphoretic, Digestant, Diuretic, Education, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Febrifuge, Folate, Fungicide, Herbal Descriptions, Hypertensive, Hypotensive, Immuno-stimulant, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Nervine, Parasiticide, Phosphorus, Potassium, Prophylactic, Rubefacient, Selenium, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic, USA, Vasodilator, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vulnerary, Zinc

Garlic Bulb

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Anti-bacterial, Aromatic, Carminative, Education, Herbal Descriptions, India, Single Herbs, Stomachic, Tonic

Galangal Root

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Summary: Galangal has many of the same qualities as ginger. For a natural health consultation, call 503-362-5899 Or write to: doctruman@herbalhealthreview.com

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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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Anti-bacterial, Anti-depressant, Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-spasmodic, Antiseptic, Arthritis, Cold/Flu, Colitis, Cystitis, Deodorant, Diaphoretic, Education, Essential Oils, Fatigue, Febrifuge, Headache, Herbal Descriptions, Insect Bites, Insect Repellant, Migraine, Minor Infections, Neuralgia, Perspiration, Rheumatism, Stimulant, Stomachic, Sudorific, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vaginitis, Vermifuge

Citronella Oil

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Aromatic Description: Fresh, crisp, sweet and lemony. Caution: For external use only. Do not ingest. For a natural health consultation, call 503-362-5899 Or write to: truman@herbalhealthreview.com

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Anti-bacterial, Anti-candidal, Anti-fertility, Anti-microbial, Anti-viral, Brazil, Contraceptive, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions

Avenca a.k.a Maidenhair

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Summary: Avenca belongs to one of the main families of ferns. Ferns are one of the oldest groups of plants on Earth, with their fossil records dating back almost 400 million years. Identifying most ferns is easy. They are leafy green flowerless plants that grow in shady spots on the forest floor. If you see […]

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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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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-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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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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Analgesic, Anti-arthritic, Anti-bacterial, Anti-carcinogenic, Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-tumor, Education, Herbal Descriptions, India, Origin, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions

Boswellia Tears a.k.a Frankincense

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BOSWELLIA a.k.a FRANKINCENSE Botanical name: Boswellia serrata Origin: India Therapeutic actions: Anti-arthritic; Anti-fungal; Anti-bacterial; Analgesic; Anti-inflammatory; Anti-tumor; Anti-carcinogenic. Drug interactions:   These interactions have not been studied in humans, but in theory, boswellia could reduce the effectiveness of some anti-inflammatory pain relievers, such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) and naproxen (Naprosyn, Aleve, Anaprox). Laboratory […]
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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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