Herbs

 HERBS

The following are 5 of the most effective herbal remedies for improving your sleep:

1. German Chamomile

This is probably the most widely recognized herbal sleep remedy currently - chamomile tea. Simply brew yourself a cup of this tea and drink it before going to bed. Plus, you can drink it during the day to help unwind, something that most medications can't offer.

2. Catnip

It may sound kind of crazy but this herb that causes cats to get hyper can actually help calm you down. It contains chemicals similar to those in valerian root, another herbal sleep remedy. It can be brewed as a tea or taken in the form of a liquid extract.

3. Valerian Root

One of the oldest herbal sleep remedies, valerian root is somewhat unique in that it has been the subject of several trials that have shown it does help people get a better night's sleep. It can be found in pill, liquid or tea form.

4. Lavendar

Lavendar is quite powerful, in fact it has been shown to reduce and even reverse the effects of caffeine in some people. This herb can come in the form of a tea or as an essential oil that can be used in a bath, in potpourri or even used as a massage oil.

5. Lemon Balm

This herb is often grown in gardens for its lemon scent but it is also quite effective at calming your nerves. It is available as a tea, in capsules or as a liquid extract.            

Adder Barrack ~ toothaches

Alfalfa ~ chewed, then swallowed to help tooth decay

Aloe Vera ~ leaves are chewed and spit on burns, or skin problems

Blessed Thistle ~ increases circulation of blood

Borage Leaves ~ [small blue/pink star-shaped flowers, hairy leaves] to be chewed and eaten, lessens fever, and increases queens' milk

Bramble twig syrup ~ helps to sleep

Broken Rosemary Blossoms ~ used to heal eye infection or to cover up wounds around the eyes or eyelids.

Broom Poultices ~ helps broken legs and other serious wounds

Broom Malice Poultices ~ heals open wounds

Burdock Root ~ helps stop infection from rat bites

Catnip ~ helps stop greencough

Celandine ~ rub it on aching eye, and it the aching will go away 

Chamomile ~ helps with depression and fatigue; soothes heart

Chervil ~ juice of the leaves for infected wounds; chew the root for bellyache

Chewed Gumweed ~ helps seal wounds from infection. stings slightly, but helps to collect the skin together and close quicker

Chickweed ~ cures some of green and black cough

Cobwebs ~ helps cover a wound from infection or from bleeding

Coltsfoot ~ an herb that eases coughing

Comfrey Roots ~ chew and rub on wounds to clean them

Crushed Iris Petals ~ stimulates breathing during the birthing process; can also be used for kit’s sore throats

Crushed Marigold Petals ~ protects against infection of serious wounds; avoid around eyes, for it can be irritating.

Crushed Pawpaw Roots ~ for kitten cough, which only threatens kittens

Crushed Rose Thorns ~ helps seal wounds

Culver’s Root ~ for when a cat takes a dip in some sort of water; use with Feverfew

Daisy Leaves ~ chewed to help aching joints

Deathberries ~ kills a cat

Dock Leaves ~ to be chewed and applied to scratches, which soothes them

Ferns ~ cleans out wounds

Feverfew ~ used when a cat has a fever

Foxglove Cloves ~ for purging toxins from the body; forces you to throw up the toxins.

Foxglove Leaves ~ used on deep wounds to stop bleeding quickly

Garlic ~ for fleas, and some scratches

Garlic Juice ~ dripped into wounds to prevent infection; causes slight stinging

Ginger ~ for asthma and coughs

Goldenrod Juice ~ dripped into wounds to relieve tingling or pain; but does nothing to heal

Grass ~ for upset stomach

Hawthorne Berries ~ for indigestion (look like Deathberries, just not shiny)

Honey ~ helps herbs go down easier, and soothes throats and infections

Horsetail ~ when chewed and applied to wounds, it stops infections

Huckleberry+Goldenrod ~ muscle reliever

Ivy juices ~ calming

Juniper Berries ~ help with stomach ache

Lavender ~ for chills

Lavender Stem ~ calms a cat in shock

Marigold ~ soothes infections

Marigold leaves ~ dresses wounds 

Mouse Bile ~ helps rid of fleas and ticks; placed in moss and applied to cat's fur

Milkweed Juice ~ for sores or burns; don't use around ears or eyes; poisonous when ingested

Narcissus Flower Petals ~ soothes a she-cat when having contractions

Nightshade ~ poisonous plant

Oak Leaves ~ to be dried; stops infections

Peathingy Flower Petals ~ helps a kit with kitten cough; will help to clear clogged throats and nasal passages

Parsley ~ stops a queen's milk from coming.

Poppy Seeds ~ lessens pain and helps a cat sleep

Rosinweed ~ cleans out the system when poisons have been digested

Sacred bark ~ for upset stomachs

Sage Roots ~ for cracked pads, especially on elder cats; use with Poppy Seeds

Shock Roots ~ stimulates the nervous system; use after a cat has been knocked out, poisoned, or had head trauma

Snapdragon Seeds ~ clears up ringworm and helps rid the body of fleas

Stinging Nettle ~ stops swelling

Tansy ~ helps with coughing

Thinned-out Heather Down ~ helps with the indigestion of a kit; helps to line a kit’s stomach, and absorb the juices that produce the uncomfortable feeling

Thyme ~ for calming anxieties

Traveling Herbs: 

Poppy Seeds ~ helps dull the hunger or pain in your paws

Tansy Leaves ~ keeps hunger at bay

Crushed Lotus Roots ~ helps keep you awake, so that you will not fall asleep (energizer)

Skullcap Seeds ~ gives extra strength

Witch Hazel ~ for when you need an extra "boost"; if you're tired, and have to travel, this will wake you up (energizer)//

Water Mint ~ for stomach aches

Wild garlic ~ helps get rat poison out

Wild onion ~ helps get rat poison out

Windflower Shoots ~ for stomach cramps, such as cramps that came when a she-cat becomes pregnant

Yew ~ induces vomiting

Yarrow ~ induces vomiting

GREEN TEA EXTRACT

HOW IT WORKS: Green tea contains compounds called catechins, a class of antioxidants which have been associated with an increased metabolism and the ability to stimulate fat burning. In a 2005 study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, a group of men who consumed 690 milligrams of green tea extract per day lost more weight in three months than a control group (an average of 5.3 pounds versus. 2.9 pounds). Previous studies have shown that green tea causes weight loss in women, too.

BEST BUY: Puritan's Pride Green Tea Extract capsules or Herbal Authority Green Tea liquid (puritan.com)

DOSAGE: Two 400 mg capsules a day; 10 to 20 drops twice daily. Take capsules or add liquid extract to one cup of tea or combine it with food. "I like to put it in soups and spaghetti sauce," says Letha Hadady, author of Feed Your Tiger: The Asian Diet Secret for Permanent Weight Loss and Vibrant Health (Rodale, 2007).

WATCH OUT: Green tea can alleviate water retention, but it also may cause diarrhea and nervousness.

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FISH OIL

HOW IT WORKS: Fish oil's omega-3 fatty acids help change the way the body uses fat: Instead of storing it, the body burns fat as fuel. In a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in 2007, Australian researchers found that both fish oil and exercise independently reduced body fat. But a combination of the two--the study subjects walked briskly three times a week for 45 minutes and consumed 1.9 grams of fish oil daily--was even more effective. "Fish oil also seems to stop some kinds of fat cravings," says Julia Ross, director of Recovery Systems Clinic in Mill Valley, Calif.

BEST BUY: Nordic Naturals Omega or Ultimate Omega Fish Oil soft gels (nordicnaturals.com)

DOSAGE: 1000 to 2000 mg daily.

WATCH OUT: Start with a low dosage; higher dosage may disrupt sleep, says Ross.

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L-GLUTAMINE

HOW IT WORKS: When blood sugar levels drop, cravings tend to follow because your brain isn't getting the fuel it needs. "L-glutamine, an amino acid, instantly fuels the brain, which stops the code red that makes you crave sweets and starchy foods," says Ross. Evidence also suggests that L-glutamine might facilitate weight loss by affecting the conversion and storage of calories. In a 1996 study at Duke University Medical Center, researchers found that supplementation with L-glutamine caused weight loss in mice.

BEST BUY: NOW 500 mg L-glutamine capsules (nowfoods.com)

DOSAGE: Two 500-mg capsules three times a day between meals for one to two months. For the fastest effect, let the capsules dissolve under your tongue.

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GYMNEMA SYLVESTRE

HOW IT WORKS; Derived from a plant that grows wild in India and Africa, gymnema has been shown to reduce the ability to taste sweetness. Gymnema molecules are similar to glucose and fill the taste bud receptors on the tongue, making it seem like you've gotten a sugar fix. One landmark study, published in the journal Physiology & Behavior in 1983, found that people who took a dose of gymnema had a diminished perception of sweetness and, when offered snack foods, ate fewer calories than did control subjects.

BEST BUY: Puritan's Pride Gymnema Sylvestre tablets or Ayurceutics Gymnema capsules (puritan.com)

DOSAGE: 300 mg two to three times a day.

WATCH OUT: High doses have been linked with low blood sugar, so use in recommended amounts.

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GUGGUL

HOW IT WORKS: An Ayurvedic remedy, guggul is used for relieving joint pain, lowering cholesterol, and aiding weight loss. In a 1999 study conducted by researchers at the University of Nebraska and Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City, people who took 750 mg of guggul each day and did a combination of strength and aerobic training workout three times a week for six weeks lost an average of six pounds; those who exercised but did not take guggul lost only a half to one pound. "Guggul helps the body metabolize fat and improves thyroid function by increasing thyroid hormone levels," says John Douillard, Ph.D., director of the LifeSpa School of Ayurveda.

BEST BUY: Banyan Botanical Triphala Guggulu capsules (banyanbotanicals.com)

DOSAGE: 500 mg, three times a day for three months.

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REISHI MUSHROOMS

HOW IT WORKS: Sometimes harvested in the wild, where they grow on fallen logs, reishi mushrooms are used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to build strength and immunity and to fight fatigue. That may be why they work as weight loss supplements, says Hadady, adding that evidence of reishi's effectiveness in weight loss is only anecdotal. The logic: "It's much easier to stick with healthy eating and exercise if you feel strong and energetic," says Hadady. In Chinese medicine, reishi--also known as ganoderma--is used to treat hypertension

BEST BUY: East Earth Trade Winds' Reishi Plus liquid (eastearthtrade.com)

DOSAGE: 10 to 20 drops of reishi liquid extract or 600 mg in capsule form.

WATCH OUT: Avoid reishi if you're allergic to mushrooms and don't take it right after drinking coffee--it may make you jittery

A	Common Name	Botanical Name	Other Names
Detail Acacia Acacia senegal Gum Arabic, Cassie flower, Catechu, Egyptian thorn Acacia gum is used like glue in food and herbal products. It is safe to eat and widely found in organic foods like candy, ice cream and soft drinks, i ...
Detail Acai Berry Euterpe oleracea Acai Berry, jussara, Açaí The juice and berries of acai are an important food source for the indigenous populations of Brazil. ...
Detail Acorus root Acorus calamus Calamus,Sweet Sledge. Sweet Myrtle, Sweet Flag Alcorus calamus, know commonly as Sweet flag, or calamus has been in use worldwide in Asian European and Native American herbal traditions since the t ...
Detail Agaricus blazei mushroom Agaricus blazei Himematsutake, (Japan) Cogumelo do Sol (Brazil) popular medicinal and culinary mushrooms with a delicious almond extract flavor and meaty texture. ...
Detail Agave syrup Agave tequilana, spp Agave nectar, Agave syrup Agave is favored as a sweetener to replace honey by vegans and is used in many natural and organic food products as a sweetener. ...
Detail Agrimony Agrimonia eupatoria L. Liverwort, cockleburr, sticklewort Agrimony is a member of the rose family, and like all its relatives is highly astringent. Agrimony's ability to stop bleeding led to its being used ...
Detail Ajwain Seed Trachyspermum ammi Ajwan, Ajwon Carmative, gas and bloating, colds, antiviral The high concentration of essential oils in ajwain seeds, primarily thymol, give them an aroma and flavor resembling thyme, with a stronger bite ...
Detail Alfalfa Medicago sativa L. The cut and sifted form of this herb is a popular tea having a very soft, delicate flavor that melds very nicely with mint. ...
Detail All-Heal Prunella vulgris L. Prunella. All-Heal. Hook-Heal. Culpepper, explaining the name 'Self-Heal' whereby when you are hurt, you may heal yourself, as the bruised, fresh leaves ...
Detail AllSpice Pimenta officinalis Pimento,Jamaica Pepper Warming, organic spice for digestion Allspice earns its common name because it tastes like a combination of cloves, juniper berries, cinnamon and pepper ...
Detail Almond Oil Prunus dulcis Pure Organic almond oil skin care, facial scrubs, almond flour Sweet Almond oil is a favorite in aromatherapy carrier oils and skin care oils for it's ability to soften and condition the skin. ...
Detail Aloe Vera Gel Aloe vera Aloe gel for acne, skin care and wound healing. Aloe juice for digestion The leaf juices of the aloe plant have important medicinal uses, making aloe one of the most respected medicinal plants found in many gels, creams and ...
Detail Andiroba Oil Carapa guianensis Andiroba oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, and is an anti-inflammatory due to the presence of compounds known as limonoids. ...
Detail Andrographis Andrographis paniculata Creat, chuan xin lian, Kan jang, Kalmegha Andrographis paniculata is an herb native to the Indian subcontinent and is used in Ayurveda,the ancient (before 2500 b.c.) I ...
Detail Angelica root Angelica archagelica Painful periods, childbirth, colds, congestion, digestion, high blood pressure Its virtues are praised by old writers,as well as the folk-lore of all North European countries. The fruit, leaf, and root of angelica stimulate dige ...
Detail Anise Seed Pimpinella anisum Aniseed Congestion, coughs Anise is commonly used to break up congestion, ease coughing. It also acts as a carminative to help relieve gas and indigestion. Anise essential oil ...
Detail Annatto Seed Bixa orellana achiote, lipstick tree Annatto is widely used in Caribbean and Latin cusines. Recado rojo or achiote paste is a popular blend of spices from Yucatán region of Sou ...
Detail Apple Vinegar Malus domestica Apple cider vinegar, wine vinegar Medicinal Food, Herbal Vinegars, Tonic In addition to the fruit of the apple tree, its bark, flowers, and leaves all have healthy properties ...
Detail Apricot Oil Prunus armeniaca Skin care benefits . Like those of the peach, apricot kernels contain constituents similar to those of the bitter almond ...
Detail Arjuna Terminalia arjuna Arjuna is among the most frequently prescribed herbs for cardiovascular health in ayurvedic medicine ...
Detail Arnica flower oil Arnica montana leopard's bane,mountain tobacco Healing oil for bruises and muscle pain One of the best known herbal sports medicines, arnica has dramatic results if used immediately after an injury. ...
Detail Arrowroot powder Maranta arundinacea Obedience plant Arrowroot is considered a nutritious and easily digested food starch for infants and elderly patients with bowel complaints. ...
Detail Artichoke, Globe Cynara scolymus Medicinal leaf tea, nutritional food The artichoke is a common vegetable that also had traditional uses in herbal medicine ...
Detail Asafoetida root Ferula asafoetida devil's dung, food of the gods, hing, narthex According to ayurvedic medicine, asafoetida is a valuable spice and remedy for nervous disorders, colic, bowel spasms, and for spasmodic coughing. ...
Detail Ashwagandha root Withania somnifera Ashwaganda, Ajagandha, Indian ginseng, Winter cherry Tonic for Fatigue, Sexual Balance, Rheumatism It is often touted as the Indian version of ginseng because,like ginseng, ashwaganda is revered as a non-specific tonic, an adaptogen that is used alo ...
Detail Asparagus Asparagus spp Satavari There are over 300 species in the asparagus family, many are used medicinally, grown as ornaments or eaten as vegetables, the most well-known species, ...
Detail Astragalus root Astragalus membranacous syn. A. propinquus Huang qi , yellow leader Astragalus is especially useful for strengthening the body against viral infections of the respiratory tract and heart through stimulation of interfer ...

B	Common Name	Botanical Name	Other Names
Detail Bacopa Bacopa monniera Water hyssop, Brahmi Memory, Mental Focus A traditional Ayurvedic medicine commonly used to treat mental illness and epilepsy ...
Detail Balm of Gilead buds Populus spp Poplar Buds Pain relief, salves and skin ointments The dried, unopened buds of the poplar tree are used in ointments and skin treatments to reduce pain and inflammation ...
Detail Balsam of Tolu Myroxylon pereirae Balsam of Peru Skin care oil Peru balsam is collected from wild trees along the coast of El Salvador. A large and beautiful tree with a valuable wood like ...
Detail Barberry root Berberis vulgaris L. Huang Lian, Chinese Goldthread, Pepperidge-bush Both Chinese goldthread (native to the mountains of Szechwan province in China) and the barberry known in Europe and North America are rich natural so ...
Detail Barley Grass Hordeum vulgare Young barley grass is one of a group of 'green' or superfoods, along with wheat grass and blue green algae, that are characterized by their emerald gr ...
Detail Basil herb Ocimum basilicum Sweet Basil Basil herb and oil medicinal uses Like other herbs in the mint family basil is carminative and disinfectant. The fresh picked leaves make a stimulating and refreshing tea. Basil has al ...
Detail Basil, Holy Ocimum sanctum Tulsi, Indian Basil Holy Basil has been used for thousands of years the traditional medicinal of India, Ayurveda treatment. Known to Hindus as Tulsi the plant i ...
Detail Basswood Tilia, various spc Lime tree, Linden The fragrant, yellowish flowers have been used since the Middle Ages to promote perspiration and for nervous conditions ...
Detail Bay Laurel Laurus nobilis Sweet Bay, True Laurel Warming, pain relieving, culinary Bay laurel is the source of the ancients' crowns and wreaths for heroes ...
Detail Bay Rum essential oil Pimenta racemosa Bay Rum Tree also known as the Bay Rum Tree, and is not to be confused with Bay Laurel ...
Detail Bayberry Myrica cerifera Candleberry, wax myrtle Early American colonists used the wax covering the plants berries to make candles. ...
Detail Beans Phaseolus vulgaris The common bean , Phaseolus vulgaris, is grown worldwide for its edible bean, popular both dry and as a green bean. ...
Detail Bearberry Arctostaphylos uva-ursi Uva Ursi Bearberry was the official recommendation for a urinary tract infection in the U.S. Pharmacopeia until 1936. Both the Chinese ...
Detail Bee Balm Monarda didyma Scarlet Monarda, Oswego Tea, Bergamot, Horsebalm This species of mint has an aromatic order similar to the citrus Orange Bergamot, but the two are not related. ...
Detail Belladonna Atropa belladonna Deadly nightshade Its leaves, roots and black berries are dangerous. Even small doses can send you into a coma. ...
Detail Benzoin Resin Styrax benzoin Friar's balsam Cold conditions, heart, lungs, joints, congestion Benzoin is an expectorant, and warms and tones the heart, increasing circulation. ...
Detail Bergamot Oil Citrus bergamia Lift Depression, anti-viral The fresh, uplifting scent of bergamot essential oil is used to stabilize the emotions, calm and tone the nervous system, relieve tension and insomnia ...
Detail Beth Root Trillium erectum Wake-robin Beth root has been used in folklore traditions as a tonic for women to treat menopausal and hormonal problems. ...
Detail Bilberry Vaccinium myrtillus Huckleberry Antioxidant, Night Vision The huckleberry of North America and the Bilberry of England are all closely related to the cranberry and blueberry. ...
Detail Birch bark & leaf Betula alba White Birch, Sweet Birch, Cherry Birch Arthritis pain, eczema, hair loss, UTI Teas of the birch bark contain salicylate, the compound found in aspirin. Salicylate relieves inflammation and pain associated with osteoarthritis, rh ...
Detail Bitter Melon Momordica charantia balsam pear, bitter gourd The gourd-like fruit has a long history as a treatment for diabetes. Bitter melon improves the body's ability to use blood sugar and improves glucose ...
Detail Bitter Orange Citrus vulgaris,Bigaradia Bitter orange fruit is earth-shaped, a little rougher than the common, sweet orange, and the flowers are more strongly scente ...
Detail Black Cherry Prunus serotina Wild Cherry, chokecherry Black cherry is an very effective herbal cough remedy. The main use of the bark main use is to still irritated, nagging coughs. ...
Detail Black Cohosh root Cimicifuga racemosa Black snake root, Squaw Root, Bugbane Black cohosh contains numerous chemical constituents, among them isoflavones like formononetin, which makes it useful for hot flashes, vaginal dryness ...
Detail Black Haw Viburnum prunifolum Stagbush, sweet viburnum, guelder-rose, water elder, arrowwood Painful period cramps, heavy bleeding Crampbark has a long history of use by Native Americans for gynecologic problems. ...
Detail Black Pepper Piper nigrum Black peppers are culitivated in malabar, Java, Sumatra, and Penang. Black pepper oil is hot, warming and very yang ...
Detail Black Seed oil Nigella sativa Kalonji, Black cumin, black caraway, Roman-coriander, fennel-flower Black cumin seed oil is used as a healthy dietary supplement. Black seed oil contains fatty acids, vitamins and minerals in a unique cell structure. ...
Detail Black Walnut Juglans nigra The nuts make a great snack however it is the bark, leaves and nut husks that are the source of the phytomedicine in black walnut. ...
Detail Blackberry Rubus subgenus Eubatus Bramble raspberry Found throughout North America along roadsides and pastures. All species of raspberry and blackberry are medicinally useful, red or black ...
Detail Bladderwrack Fucus vesiculosis Fucus, Seaweed,kelp Thyroid, increase metabolism As a source of iodine, it assists in the production of of thyroid hormones ...
Detail Blessed Thistle Carbenia benedictus Holy thistle, St. Benedict's thistle Medieval monks held this plant in high esteem, as the name suggests and considered it a cure for everything from smallpox to ...
Detail Bloodroot Sanguinaria canadensis L red puccoon blood root, pauson Bloodroot salve for skin tags, skin cancer Bloodroot is a wildflower that grows in North America as far west as Kansas. The name is derived from the reddish roots ...
Detail Blue Cohosh Root Caulophyllum thalictroide sqaw root Blue cohosh is generally used in combination with other herbs, often black cohosh to treat menstrual disorders. ...
Detail Bluebell Hyacinthus nonscriptus Wild Hyacinth The Wild Hyacinth is in flower from early in April till the end of May, and being a perennial, and spreading rapidly, is ...
Detail Bogbean Menyanthes trifoliata Buckbean, March Clover The buckbean, or bogbean grows in spongy bogs, marshes and shallow water and is one of our prettiest wild flowers. ...
Detail Bois de Rose Essential Oi Aniba rosaeodora Rosewood Skin Care Rosewood, or bois de rose, is a tropical tree growing wild in the Amazon basin , mainly in Brazil and in Guyana. Unfortunatel ...
Detail Boldo Peumus boldus Molina The Incas used the herb to treat are used to treat bladder and urinary tract infections, the same uses as you will find it recommended for today ...
Detail Boneset Eupatorium perfoliatum Common Thorough wort, Agueweed, Indian Sage Only the advent of aspirin displaced boneset as the popular choice for colds and fever. ...
Detail Borage Seed Oil Borago officinalis Borage oil should not be heated, and must be used cold to take full advantage of its health benefits. For topical applications, either apply directly, ...
Detail Boswellia (Frankincense) Boswellia thurifera Olibanum, Indian Frankincense, Arabic Frankincense, and Salai guggal Arthritis joint repair Boswellia or Indian frankincense is one of the Ayurvedic gum resins which are referred to collectively as guggals. ...
Detail Bromelain Ananas comosus Pineapple Bromelain relieves swelling in virtually all kinds of inflammatory reactions. It reduces bruising and pain, and speeds the healing of joint and tendon ...
Detail Buchu Agathosma betulina Buchu is one of South Africa's best known medicinal plants in the treatment of urinary tract infections (UTI). ...
Detail Bugleweed Lycopus spp. Water Horehound, Gypsywort Bugleweed is useful in many heart and vascular system disorders ,hyperthyroid conditions and breast pain. ...
Detail Bupleurum root Bupleurum chinense chai hu, Chinese thorowax root Bupleurum is an important Chinese tonic herb for the liver and circulatory system ...
Detail Burdock root Arctium lappa Niu Bang Zi, Go Bo, Gobo Blood purifier, detoxification Burdock helps to cleanse the body from the inside out and is most useful in those conditions that can be traced back to liver disorders or a general o ...
Detail Burnet Sanguisorba minor Lesser Burnet, Salad Burnet Salad burnet , while not considered on of the major additons to the herbal pharmacopeia, is still a decorative and endearing ...
Detail Butcher's Broom Ruscus aculeatus Jew's Myrtle, Sweet Broom, Scotch Broom Varicose veins, improve circulation Butchers Broom has a long history of use in herbal medicine traditions as a diuretic and blood vessel toner. Broom herbal extracts from the roots of t ...
Detail Butterbur Petasites vulgaris Langwort, Umbrella Plan Butterbur is thought to work by reducing spasms in muscle tissues, including blood vessels. However, there are concerns about possible liver damage ...
Detail Butterfly Weed Asclepias tuberosa Pleurisy Root Butterfly-weed. Swallow-wort, Tuber root, Wind root, Colic root, Orange Milkweed Known popularly as pleurisy root, from its medicinal use against a wide range of respiratory and lung conditions, specifically pleurisy ...
Detail Butternut Juglans cinerea White walnut, Lemon walnut Butternut is used as a mild laxative and to expel human parasites. ... I Common Name Botanical Name Other Names Detail Immortelle Oil Helichrysum angustifolium Everlasting, Strawflower Helichrysum is known for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic and regenerative properties. ... Detail Impatiens Impatiens capensis Jewel Weed,Wild Balsam. Balsam-weed. Spotted Touch-me-not, Lady's Eardrops, Lady's Slipper The juice of the plant is a traditional remedy for all sorts of skin ailments ... J Common Name Botanical Name Other Names Detail Jalap Convolvulus Jalapa Jalap Bindweed Jalap has been known in Europe since the beginning of the 17th century for it's strong cathartic and purgative action ... Detail Jamaican Dogwood Piscidia piscipula Florida Fishposion Tree The bark of this Central American tree works similarly to aspirin. ... Detail Jambul Eugenia Jambolana Diabetes Practitioners of Ayurveda in India value jambul for lowering blood sugar and researchers are investigating its potential as a male contraceptive. ... Detail Jasmine Oil Jasminum officinale In aromatherapy, jasmine absolute oil in used to uplift the spirits in cases of apathy, depression, menopausal disorders, and lack of confidence ... Detail Jewel Weed Impatiens capensis Jewelweed, Wild Balsam. Balsam-weed. Impatiens, Spotted Touch-me-not, Lady's Eardrops, Lady's Slipper Poison Ivy cure The juice of the plant is a traditional remedy for all sorts of skin ailments ... Detail Jiaogulan Gynostemma pentaphyllum Jiao Gu Lan, Amachazuru, Herb of Immortality, sweet tea vine Jiaogulan (Jiao Gu Lan)is an adaptgen and antioxidant with properties similar to that of ginseng. ... Detail Joe-pye weed Eupatorium purpureum Gravel or kidney root, Trumpet weed, purple or tall boneset Gravel root, reflects its main use as a diuretic used to treat urinary infections and stones ... Detail Jojoba Oil Simmondsia chinensis Bulk organic Jojoba oil for Skin Care Bright yellow jojoba oil is one of the favorites in the carrier oil family. It contains proteins, minerals, and a waxy substance that closely resembl ... Detail Juniper Berries Juniperus communis The action of juniper closely resembles cypress, to which it is botanically related. ... K Common Name Botanical Name Other Names Detail Kava-Kava Piper methysticum Ava. Intoxicating Peper Kava kava can be used as a mild sedative for nervous tension and stress. The active constituents in the roots, kava lactones, have relaxing and intoxi ... Detail Kelp Fucus vesiculosis Bladderwrack, Seaweed,Fucus Kelp, or dried seaweed, was the original source of iodine, being discovered as such by Courtois in 1812. ... Detail Kola Nut Cola acuminata Kola nuts contain caffine, which may explain their popular use in energy tonics. Native to Africa ... Detail Kudzu Pueraria lobata Problems with drinking, digestive starch Kudzu shows an ability to both decreases the amount of alcohol a person drinks, and help prevent hangovers. The plant is also used in traditional Chin ... Detail Kukui Nut Oil Aleurites moluccanus Candlenut, Indian-walnut, candleberry psoriasis Kukui oil is expeller expressed from the nuts, and is light yellow with an amber tint. The oil pentrates skin deeply to hydrate and soften and is us ...