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Fennel Seed

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Summary: Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is a flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a member of the Apiaceae (carrot) family and grows throughout Asia, North America, and Europe. Fennel dates back centuries and is thought to be one of the oldest medicinal herbs in the world. It is prevalent in parts of Asia, […]

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Blessed Thistle Leaf

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Summary: Blessed Thistle is said to have obtained its name from its wonderful reputation as a heal all, even purported to cure the plague during the Middle Ages. According to the herbalist Steven Horne, thistles are warrior plants by nature – they are difficult to eradicate, hard to dig up and resistant to herbicides. However, […]

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Bhringaraja Root

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Summary: Bhringaraja root (Eclipta prostrata or Eclipta alba), sometimes spelled bhringaraj or bringraj, is renowned as one of the most supportive herbs for hair growth, shine, and luster in the Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia. Although this herb gets a lot of attention for its powerful effect on the hair, its gifts extend far beyond a head of […]

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Astragalus Root

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Summary: Astragalus root comes from a type of bean. While there are thousands of species, only 2 are primarily used in most supplements. Those are Astragalus membranaceus and mongholicus. Astragalus has been used in ancient Chinese remedies for thousands of years because of all the great benefits that are packed into that tiny root. Even […]

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Alfalfa Leaf

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Summary: Alfalfa leaf is known for its nutritious qualities. This flowering perennial is a member of the pea family and is cultivated worldwide. Medicago sativa has been used as a healthful tonic in American folk herbalism, a culinary food in India, and as digestive support in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Organic alfalfa leaf can be […]

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