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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Alterative, Cathartic, Cholagogue, Diuretic, Education, Emetic, Expectorant, Herbal Descriptions, Laxative, Origin, Purgative, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, USA

Stillingia a.k.a Queen’s Root

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: STILLINGIA ROOT a.k.a QUEEN’S ROOT Botanical name: Stillingia sylvatica Origin: USA Therapeutic actions: Alterative; Diuretic; Expectorant; Laxative; Cathartic (higher doses); Cholagogue; Emetic; Purgative. Description: It is a blood purifier and cleanser especially for treating digestive disorders. Internal uses: It has been beneficial for chronic bronchitis and laryngitis. It is also especially been useful […]
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Astringent, Diuretic, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Nervine, Origin, Relaxant, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, USA

Gravel Root a.k.a Queen of the Meadow

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: GRAVEL ROOT a.k.a QUEEN OF THE MEADOW Botanical name: Eupatorium purpureum Origin: USA Therapeutic actions: Astringent; Diuretic; Nervine; Relaxant; Stimulant; Tonic. Description: Its main use is to treat urinary infections and stones/gravel. Internal uses: Used by the native American Indians as a diaphoretic to induce perspiration and break a fever. It is toning […]
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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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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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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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Diuretic, Education, Emetic, Herbal Descriptions, Origin, Purgative, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, USA

Jewel Weed

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: JEWEL WEED Botanical name: Impatiens pallida Origin: USA Therapeutic actions: Diuretic; Emetic; Purgative. Internal uses: It has also been used for jaundice and asthma, although popularity in this area is diminishing. External uses: Excellent for the treatment of poison oak, ivy and nettle stings. It has been used in ointments for hemorrhoids, warts, […]
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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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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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Abortive, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-parasitic, Anti-spasmodic, Antioxidant, Chile, Digestive Stimulant, Diuretic, Education, Febrifuge, Gastroprotective, Hepatoprotective, Hepatotonic, Herbal Descriptions, Hypocholesterolemic, Hypoglycemic, Liver/ Gallbladder Bile Stimulant, Muscle Relaxant, Origin, Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Uterine Relaxant, Vasorelaxant, Vermifuge

Boldo

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BOLDO Botanical name: Peumus boldus Origin: Chile Therapeutic actions: Abortive; Antioxidant; Antiparasitic; Antispasmodic; Anti-inflammatory; Digestive stimulant; Diuretic; Febrifuge; Gastroprotective; Hepatoprotective; Hepatotonic; Hypocholesterolemic; Hypoglycemic; Liver and Gallbladder bile stimulant; Muscle relaxant; Platelet aggregation inhibitor; Uterine relaxant; Vasorelaxant; Vermifuge. Drug interactions: Warfarin Description: Mainly used for gallbladder disorders such as stones. Internal uses: It has […]
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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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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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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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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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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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