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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Analgesic, Anti-pyretic, Anti-spasmodic, Aperitive, Bitter, Calcium, Cholagogue, Diaphoretic, Education, Emetic, Febrifuge, Herbal Descriptions, Hungary, Laxative, Magnesium, Origin, Potassium, Purgative, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Therapeutic Actions, Vasodilator, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Boneset Leaf

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Herb: BONESET LEAF Botanical name: Eupatorium perfoliatum Origin: Hungary Therapeutic actions: Antispasmodic; Analgesic; Anti-pyretic; Aperitive; Bitter; Cholagogue; Diaphoretic; Emetic; Febrifuge; Laxative; Purgative; Stimulant; Vasodilator. Nutrients: Calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6 and C. Drug interactions: No known drug interactions. Description: It acts slowly and persistently and its greatest power is manifested […]
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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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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-periodic, Anti-pyretic, Aperitive, Astringent, Bitter, Calcium, Carminative, Cholagogue, Contraceptive, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Education, Emetic, Emmenagogue, Essential Fatty Acids, Febrifuge, Galactogogue, Herbal Descriptions, Hormonal, Intoxicant, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Nervine, Nutrients, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Stomachic, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vermifuge, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

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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Alterative, Anthelmintic, Anti-venomous, Astringent, Demulcent, Diuretic, Education, Essential Amino Acids, Febrifuge, Herbal Descriptions, Laxative, Nutrients, Single Herbs, Styptic, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Bistort Root

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Summary: The main active ingredients in bistort are tannins (oligomeric proanthocyanidins, galloyl, and catechol tannins) which are present in very large quantities in the rootstock (15 to 36 percent). In addition, the rootstock contains flavonoids, flobafen (a reddish-brown pigment), starch (ca. 30 percent), calcium (1 percent), sugar and proteins. Laxative anthraquinones, which are often found […]

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Abortifacient, Alterative, Anti-bacterial, Anti-cancerous, Antiseptic, Appetizer, Aromatic, Astringent, Calcium, Carminative, Cholagogue, Deobstruent, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Discutient, Diuretic, Education, Emetic, Emmenagogue, Errhine, Febrifuge, Herbal Descriptions, Insecticide, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Narcotic, Nutrients, Parasiticide, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Sialagogue, Silicon, Single Herbs, Sternutatory, Stimulant, Stomachic, Styptic, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vulnerary, Zinc

Bayberry Root Bark

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Summary: This evergreen shrub is found in various habitats ranging from New England to Delaware and Maryland in the United States. However, the plant can be successfully cultivated as far north as southern Connecticut and Long Island on the U.S. east coast. It also grows in Bermuda and the Caribbean. Its waxy fruits are a […]

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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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Adaptogen, Anhyrotic, Anti-bacterial, Anti-hypertensive, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-viral, Calcium, Cardiotonic, Choline, Copper, Diuretic, Education, Essential Fatty Acids, Febrifuge, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Hypotensive, Immuno-stimulant, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Pectoral, Potassium, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Uterine Tonic, Vasodilator, Zinc

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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Anodyne, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-rheumatic, Anti-scorbutic, Antiseptic, Balsamic, Cathartic, Counter-irritant, Demulcent, Diuretic, Education, Emollient, Expectorant, Febrifuge, Galactogogue, Herbal Descriptions, Nephritic, Nutrients, Nutritive, Peristaltic, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin Complex, Vulnerary

Balm of Gilead Buds

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Summary: A medium-sized tree, usually 30 to 50 feet (9 to 15 meters) tall, poplar has a straight trunk with bark that acquires deep diamond-pattern ridges in older trees. The winter buds are the largest, most aromatic, and most sticky-resinous of the deciduous trees. These buds are about 1 inch (2.5 cm.) long, pointed, and […]

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