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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Elderberry Whole

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Elderberry

Summary: Although there’s no one-size-fits-all remedy for illness, supporters of elderberry say the fruit is one of nature’s most versatile solutions for what ails you. There are about 30 types of elder plants and trees around the world. The European version (also known as Sambucus nigra) is the one most closely tied to your health […]

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Elderberry Flower

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Elder Flower

Summary: Although there’s no one-size-fits-all remedy for illness, supporters of elderberry say the fruit is one of nature’s most versatile solutions for what ails you. There are about 30 types of elder plants and trees around the world. The European version (also known as Sambucus nigra) is the one most closely tied to your health […]

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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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Alterative, Anodyne, Anti-inflammatory, Astringent, Blood Purifier, Calcium, Detergent, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Iron, Laxative, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Pectoral, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Vermifuge, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B15 (Pangamic Acid), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin P (Flavonoids)

Black Walnut Hulls (Green)

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Summary: Black walnuts (Juglans nigra) are a type of tree nut said to offer several health benefits, including improved cardiovascular health measures. These nuts contain tannins, a class of substances with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. They’re also high in unsaturated fat and protein. Though research does not support the use of black walnut in preventing […]

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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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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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Alterative, Antacid, Anthelmintic, Anti-bacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-pruritic, Anti-rheumatic, Antiseptic, Aperitive, Appetizer, Astringent, Bitter, Blood Purifier, Calcium, Cholagogue, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Education, Expectorant, Hepatic, Herbal Descriptions, Hypotensive, Iron, Laxative, Magnesium, Manganese, Nutrients, Ophthalmic, Phosphorus, Potassium, Purgative, Refrigerant, Resolvant, Selenium, Silicon, Single Herbs, Stomachic, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Zinc

Barberry Root Bark

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Summary: Berberis vulgaris, commonly known as barberry, is a family of shrubs that grow around the world. They’re popular with gardeners for their colorful leaves, but some varieties, especially the Japanese barberry, are considered invasive plants. Barberries have a long history in eastern and western traditional medicine for treating various health issues.(WebMD)   For a […]

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Aperient, Astringent, Carminative, Diuretic, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Laxative, Nutrients, Refrigerant, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Amalaki Fruit a.k.a Amla

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Summary: Amalaki, commonly known as Indian gooseberry or amla, is considered one of the most powerful rejuvenating herbs in Ayurveda. In Sanskrit, Amalaki means “the sustainer” and has traditionally been prescribed to strengthen the immune system and cool the body. What is Ayurveda? Considered by many scholars to be the oldest healing science, Ayurveda is a […]

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Abortifacient, Alterative, Anthelmintic, Anti-bacterial, Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-viral, Antibiotic, Antiseptic, Astringent, Calcium, Cathartic, Cell Proliferant, Cholagogue, Decoagulant, Demulcent, Depurative, Education, Emmenagogue, Emollient, Essential Amino Acids, Herbal Descriptions, Insecticide, Iron, Laxative, Magnesium, Nutrients, Phosphorus, Potassium, Purgative, Single Herbs, Stimulant, Stomachic, Therapeutic Actions, Tonic, Vermifuge, Vitamin A (Retinol), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin E (Tocopherol), Vulnerary

Aloe Vera Leaf

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Summary: There are more than 300 species of the aloe plant, but Aloe barbadensis (aka aloe vera) is the best known and is prized in the health and beauty worlds for its healing properties. The spiky succulent plant grows naturally in dry, tropical climates in Africa, Asia, Europe, and the southern and western parts of […]

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Aperient, Demulcent, Education, Herbal Descriptions, Laxative, Nutritive, Single Herbs, Therapeutic Actions

Agar Agar

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Summary: Agar (or Agar Agar), sometimes referred to as kanten, is a gelling agent coming from a South East Asian seaweed. It is used for scientific purposes (in biology for instance), as a filler in paper sizing fabric and as a clarifying agent in brewing. Agar can also be used as a laxative (it’s 80-percent […]

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