Anti-inflammatory, Anti-pyretic, Astringent, Cardiotonic, Digestive, Diuretic, Education, Emetic, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, India, Refrigerant, Single Herbs, Stomachic, Tonic

Gymnema Sylvestre 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, Calcium, Choline, Copper, Education, Folate, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Iron, Korea, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Tonic, Vasodilator, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin E (Tocopherol)

Ginseng Root – Korean White

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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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Adaptogen, Anti-inflammatory, Calcium, Choline, Copper, Demulcent, Education, Fiber, Folate, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Tonic, USA, Vasodilator, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin E (Tocopherol)

Ginseng Root – American

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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-cholesterolemic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-phlogistic, Anti-tumor, Calcium, Cardiotonic, Carminative, Choline, Demulcent, Deobstruent, Diuretic, Education, Emollient, Essential Amino Acids, Essential Fatty Acids, Expectorant, Febrifuge, Galactogogue, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Hypotensive, India, Iron, L-lysine, Laxative, Lecithin, Magnesium, Manganese, Mucilaginous, Parasiticide, Phosphorus, Potassium, Restorative, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Tryptophan, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin D (Ergocalciferol-D2), Vitamin E (Tocopherol)

Fenugreek Seed

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Summary: Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) is a plant that stands around 2–3 feet (60–90 centimeters) tall. It has green leaves, small white flowers, and pods that contain small, golden-brown seeds. For thousands of years, fenugreek has been used in alternative and Chinese medicine to treat skin conditions and many other diseases. It is also a common […]

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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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Abortive, Analgesic, Antacid, Anti-hepatotoxic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-ulcer, Anti-viral, Brazil, Digestive Stimulant, Education, Gastrotonic, Hepatoprotective, Hepatotonic, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Hypotensive, Insect Repellant, Origin, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Uterine Stimulant

Carqueja

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb:  CARQUEJA Botanical name:  Baccharis genistelloides Origin:   Brazil Therapeutic actions:  Abortive; Analgesic; Antacid; Anti-Inflammatory; Anti-Ulcerous; Anti-Hepatotoxic; Anti-Viral; Digestive Stimulant; Gastrotonic; Hepatoprotective; Hepatotonic; Hypoglycemic; Hypotensive; Insect Repellant; Uterine Stimulant Drug interactions:  No known drug interactions. Description:  It is a natural digestive and liver aid. Internal uses:  It has been used for digestive disorders, malaria, diabetes, […]
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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

Posted on by Dr. Truman Berst

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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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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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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Alterative, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-rheumatic, Anti-spasmodic, Antidote, Astringent, Birthing aid, Calcium, Cardiotonic, Chromium, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Education, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Herbal Descriptions, Hypnotic, Hypoglycemic, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sedative, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vasodilator, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin K (Phytonadione), Zinc

Black Cohosh Root

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Summary: Black cohosh (Actaea racemosa or Cimicifuga racemosa), a member of the buttercup family, is a perennial plant native to North America. Other, mostly historical, names for this herb include snakeroot, black bugbane, rattleweed, macrotys, and rheumatism weed. Black cohosh has a long history of use. Native Americans used it, for example, to treat musculoskeletal […]

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Adaptogen, Anti-cancerous, Anti-inflammatory, Beta Carotene, Carminative, Demulcent, Digestive, Diuretic, DNA, Education, Emollient, Enzymes, Essential Amino Acids, Expectorant, Febrifuge, Galactogogue, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Lenitive, Nutrients, Nutritive, Poultice, RNA, Single Herbs, Stomachic, Super Green Foods, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin Complex

Barley Grass

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Summary: Barley grass is a common ingredient at juice shops and health stores, frequently appearing alongside other greens like kale, spinach, and wheatgrass. It’s often dubbed a superfood and used as a supplement to boost weight loss, enhance immune function, and support overall health.(Healthline)   For a natural health consultation, call 503-362-5899 Or write to: […]

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