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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, 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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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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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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Anti-cholesterolemic, Anti-rheumatic, Antioxidant, Cholagogue, Choleretic, Digestive, Diuretic, Education, Hepatic, Herbal Descriptions, Hypoglycemic, Iron, Lithontriptic, Magnesium, Nutrients, Potassium, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Artichoke Leaf

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Summary: Although often considered a vegetable, artichokes (Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus) are a type of thistle. This plant originated in the Mediterranean and has been used for centuries for its potential medicinal properties. Its alleged health benefits include lower blood sugar levels and improved digestion, heart health, and liver health. Artichoke extract, which contains high […]

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