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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Antioxidant, Astringent, Beta Carotene, Education, Galactaphyga, Herbal Descriptions, Nutrients, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin E (Tocopherol)

Blueberry Leaf

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BLUEBERRY LEAF Botanical name: Vaccinium species Origin: Europe Therapeutic actions: Astringent; Antioxidant; Galactaphyga. Nutrients: Beta-carotene, vitamins A, C and E. Drug interactions: No known drug interactions. Description: The astringent effect is soothing to sore throats and helpful for diarrhea. Internal uses: It has been able to reduce inflammation and nourish the bladder, pancreas, […]
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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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Anthelmintic, Anti-cholesterolemic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-rheumatic, Antioxidant, Antiseptic, Astringent, Bitter, Cholagogue, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Laxative, Lithontriptic, Nutrients, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Therapeutic Actions, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Birch Bark

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Summary: Birch is a tree. The leaves of the tree, which contain lots of vitamin C, are used to make medicine. Birch is used for infections of the urinary tract that affect the kidney, bladder, ureters, and urethra. It is also used as a diuretic to increase urine output. Some people take birch along with […]

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Calcium, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Inositol, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Sulfur, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

Bilberry Leaf a.k.a Huckleberry Leaf

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Summary: Bilberries are a fruit closely related to blueberries, native to Europe. Also known as whortleberry, huckleberry, or European blueberries, bilberries are often eaten fresh or made into jam, juices, or pies. Bilberries are also available in powder, juice, or supplement form.(Verywell Health)   For a natural health consultation, call 503-362-5899 Or write to: truman@herbalhealthreview.com

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Anti-spasmodic, Antioxidant, Antiseptic, Astringent, Calcium, Diuretic, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Inositol, Kidneys, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sedative, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Sulfur, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

Bilberry Fruit a.k.a Huckleberry Fruit

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Summary: Bilberry fruit is closely related to blueberries, native to Europe. Also known as whortleberry, huckleberry, or European blueberries, bilberries are often eaten fresh or made into jam, juices, or pies. Bilberries are also available in powder, juice, or supplement form.(Verywell Health)   For a natural health consultation, call 503-362-5899 Or write to: truman@herbalhealthreview.com

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Adaptogen, Alterative, Anthelmintic, Anti-arthritic, Anti-bacterial, Anti-cancerous, Anti-convulsive, Anti-depressant, Anti-toxic, Antioxidant, Aphrodisiac, Astringent, Calcium, Cardio protective, Choline, Deobstruent, Diuretic, Education, Essential Amino Acids, Flavonoids, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Nervine, Nutrients, Sedative, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic

Ashwagandha Root a.k.a Winter Cherry

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Summary: Ashwagandha has been known in Ayurvedic medicine for its powerful healing properties and has been used for healing ailments since ancient times. Native to India and western Asia, ashwagandha, also known as poison gooseberry, Indian ginseng, and winter cherry, is a member of the nightshade family. Its name, translated from Sanskrit, means “horse smell” […]

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Adulterant, Anthelmintic, Anti-fungal, Anti-hepatitic, Anti-hepatotoxic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-malarial, Anti-periodic, Anti-pyretic, Anti-snake venom, Anti-thrombogenic, Anti-typhoid, Antibiotic, Antioxidant, Bitter tonic, Calcium, Depurative, Digestive, Education, Expectorant, Flavonoids, Herbal Descriptions, Immuno-stimulant, Laxative, Nutrients, Potassium, Silica, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Andrographis Leaf

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Summary: Andrographis (Andrographis paniculate) is a plant native to South Asian countries. It is commonly used in the traditional Indian medicine system, Ayurveda. Andrographis leaf and stem might work by stimulating the immune system. It might also prevent flu viruses from binding to cells in the body.(WebMD)   For a natural health consultation, call 503-362-5899 […]

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