Herbal Guide - A guide to our products
par Kobie Babb
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Arnica is used topically for a wide range of conditions, including bruises, sprains, muscle aches, wound healing, superficial phlebitis, joint pain, inflammation from insect bites, and swelling from broken bones. |
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Ashwagandha is an ancient medicinal herb with multiple health benefits. It can reduce anxiety and stress, help fight depression, boost fertility and testosterone in men, and even boost brain function. |
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Basil is a culinary herb from the mint family. There are many varieties with distinct aromas that come from different qualities in their essential oils contained in the leaves. Basil settles the stomach, improves appetite, and is a natural disinfectant. All basils are antibacterial and act as good insect repellants. |
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Can be used topically and ingested in small doses. It is good for blisters, coughs, eczema, eye infections, gout, jock itch & parasites. |
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Blessed thistle promotes digestive health and prevents infection. Brewed as a tea, it can be used for loss of appetite and indigestion. It’s also used to treat colds, coughs, cancer, fever, bacterial indigestion, and diarrhea. It is also used as a diuretic for increasing urine output and for promoting the flow of breast milk in new mothers. |
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Blue vervain can be used for emotional and psychological well-being, especially for conditions relating to anxiety and feeling overwhelmed. Blue vervain is also considered an astringent, a bitter digestive tonic, and a diuretic. It is also used as a diuretic for increasing urine output, and for promoting the flow of breast milk in new mothers. |
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Bugleweed is used to lower high levels of thyroid hormones (hyperthyroidism). It is also used to treat premenstrual syndrome; breast pain; nervousness; trouble sleeping (insomnia); and bleeding, especially nosebleeds and heavy bleeding during menstruation. |
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Burdock root promotes the flow of bile and increases circulation to the skin. It is a mild diuretic and lymphatic. Burdock is used widely as an alternative and blood purifier. It is also high in iron. |
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Cascara sagrada bark is often prescribed for constipation. The bark contains compounds called anthraquinones which are transformed by intestinal bacteria into substances that act on the nerves in the intestinal tract, helping to pass stools. |
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Cerasee is for hypertension, diabetes, parasitic worms, abdominal pains, and purging/detoxing the body and blood. It is also used for constipation. Cerasee is also used sometimes with other herbs to make a bush bath to treat skin problems like rashes and eczema. It is also used to lower blood pressure. |
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Several studies have linked chamomile tea to reduced severity of menstrual cramps. Some studies have found that chamomile tea can lower blood sugar in people with diabetes. Its good for reducing inflammation, reducing anxiety, and aiding with sleep. |
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Chaparral has been primarily used for the treatment of cancer, acne, rheumatism, and diabetes. It has also been promoted for its antioxidant effects, and as a blood purifier and a weight loss agent. |
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Cocolmeca is a potent antimicrobial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and great for overall wellness. It has been clinically proven to be an excellent antidote for every skin condition such as eczema, acne, and psoriasis as it cleanses and nourishes the blood. It promotes the elimination of urea, uric acid, and other organic waste. It also lowers the level of cholesterol in the blood. It's also used for anemia, and to regulate women's menstrual cycles. Cocolmeca is also great for sexual performance, diabetes, and for skin ailments. |
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Damiana can be used as a tea or tincture, or it can be smoked or burned as incense. Damiana leaf has been used traditionally as an aphrodisiac for men and women, a hormonal balancer, and an herbal anti-depressant with mild sedative affects. As an aphrodisiac, Damiana may increase female libido and acts as a natural remedy for impotence in men, possibly by stimulating blood flow to the genitals. There is also evidence that Damiana leaf contains an oil which is antiseptic and stimulates the urinary tract when it is taken orally in tea. |
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Dandelion leaves act as a diuretic, increasing the amount of urine your body makes which helps to cleanse toxins from the kidneys. The leaves are used to stimulate the appetite and help digestion. In a roasted/toasted form it is great for coffee replacement. |
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Dandelion root is commonly used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, liver disease, and some types of kidney disease. Dried dandelion root is often grounded into a paste and mixed with water to create a soothing paste for skin disorders like acne, eczema, psoriasis, rashes, and boils. Dandelion root has anti-diabetic properties due to a soluble fiber known as inulin. Dandelion is also used as a tonic for cleansing the liver. It also has anti-cancer agent. It's also good for appendicitis, breast problems (inflammation, lack of milk flow), diarrhea, eye problems, fever, gallbladder problems, heartburn, improved digestion, swelling, and upset stomach. It's also a mild laxative, and stimulates the appetite as well.
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The berries and flowers of elderberries are packed with antioxidants and minerals that may boost your immune system. They could help tame inflammation, lessen stress, and help protect your heart, too. It is used to help prevent and ease cold and flu symptoms. |
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Feverfew is used for migraine headache prevention, problems with menstruation, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and allergies. |
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Guaco is an effective natural bronchodilator, expectorant and cough suppressant employed for all types of upper respiratory problems including bronchitis, pleurisy, colds and flu, coughs, and asthma. It's also good for sore throats, laryngitis, and fever. Guaco is also popular as an anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic and pain-reliever for rheumatism, arthritis, intestinal inflammation and ulcers. A decoction of the leaves is also employed externally for neuralgia, rheumatic pain, eczema, pruritus, and wounds. |
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Guinea hen weed plant extracts are used for anti-inflammatory, diuretic, antispasmodic, emmenagogic, analgesic, antileukemic, antirheumatic. Not for pregnant ladies as it has been known to cause miscarriages. |
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Holy basil is used for the common cold, influenza , h1n1 (swine flu), diabetes, asthma, bronchitis, earache, headache, stomach upset, heart disease, fever, viral hepatitis, malaria, stress, and tuberculosis. It is also used for mercury poisoning, to promote longevity, as a mosquito repellent, and to counteract snake and scorpion bites. |
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Also a flavorant in beer it used to aids in sleep, digestion and an immune system booster. |
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Hydrangea is used for urinary tract problems such as infections of the bladder, urethra and prostate; enlarged prostate and kidney stones. |
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Hyssop is used for digestive and intestinal problems including liver and gallbladder conditions, intestinal pain, intestinal gas, colic, and loss of appetite. It is also used for respiratory problems including coughs, the common cold, respiratory infections, sore throat, and asthma. |
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Jamaican blue vervain is used for diabetes, hypertension, congestive heart failure, muscular dystrophy as a diuretic. It is commonly used for many easing symptoms of the cold and flu. It can also be used for many kind of respiratory issues such as cough, asthma and bronchitis. It has anti inflammatory properties and can be used as a mild sedative to help with anxiety. |
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Jamaican damiana is also called Ram goat Dash Along. It is a potent herb for promoting higher libido for men and women, improving sexual performance, low sperm count, treating prostate conditions, alleviating menstrual problems, and alleviating menopausal conditions. It is also a remedy for anxiety, nervous exhaustion and depression. Ram goat dash along is also excellent to treat coughs and colds as well as bronchitis. |
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Jamaican dandelion is used as a diuretic as well as to aid in relief for colds, to treat back pain, kidney and bladder problems, as well as a liver tonic. It's also used for shortness of breath. It's also good for prostate health, it alleviates menstrual cramps, lowers blood pressure, lowers cholesterol levels, and is good for skin disease and rashes from eczema and acne. It is an anti-inflammatory that is also good for balancing your mental state. The leaves can be used topically to treat eczema and other skin disorders as well as a treatment for ringworm. |
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Quassia contains a substance called quassin, which is 50 times more bitter than quinine. In fact, it’s the bitterest naturally-occurring chemical known to exist. It is used for constipation, fever, indigestion, lice and internal parasites. Water from the boiled bark is drunk as an anti-diarrheal, as an anti-dysenteric, and as an anti-malarial. |
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Sarsaparilla has been used to detoxifies organs, relieve pain, cleanse the blood and kill fungi. Some claim that sarsaparilla helps protect the liver and relieves rheumatism. Sarsaparilla is used for treating psoriasis and other skin diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, and kidney disease. It's also used for stamina and libido. |
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Kalawalla can treat MS, lupus, psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo. They help modulate T-cell activity to normal balance. It aids the immune system on a whole without side effects. It protects brain cells, cleanse blood, protects skin cells, and fights free radicals as well. |
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Kola nut can be used to aid in depression, exhaustion, chronic fatigue syndrome. It is a stimulant that contains high levels of caffeine, which makes it a suitable coffee replacement. It raises your heart rate, which increases circulation. It also has an anti-bacterial affect. |
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| Lavender is well known for dealing with anxiety and insomnia, but it also aids with acne, depression, hair loss, intestinal gas joint pain, loss of appetite, headaches, nausea, nerve pain, sprains, tootheaches, and vomiting. It also promotes menstruations. | |
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Is a great herbal remedy for asthma, hemorrhoids, insomnia and arthritis. |
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Sensitiva is used as a treatment for dysentery, vagina ailments, biliousness, indigestion, jaundice, piles, and bile. It is also good for treating respiratory ailments such as asthma, colds, flu and coughs. It also helps in the treatment of mumps and can be pretty effective in controlling diarrhea. |
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Acts as an expectorant and decongestant, also good for inflammation and migraines. It is also a blood thinner and used in many aspirins. It is also great for lung health. |
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Acts as an expectorant and decongestant, also good for inflammation and migraines. It is also a blood thinner and used in many aspirins. It is also good for the prostate and urinary incontinence. |
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Nettle tea aids in eye health, may alleviate pain. It inhibits oxidative stress, reduces risk of infection. It aids in protecting heart health. It assists in the treatment of benign, prostatic hyperplasia and works as an antihistamine. |
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Research shows that components of the olive leaf (most prominently, oleuropein) may have beneficial effects on health – such as benefits for hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and hyperlipidemia. |
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Used as a common flavoring for food. |
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Chickweed is used for the aiding with constipation, stomach, and bowel problems. It's also a good appetite suppressant. It is a good source of vitamin C and can also aid with skin conditions such as psoriasis. Chickweed is best known for it's ability to cool inflammation and speed healing for internal or external flare-ups. It's a potent blood cleanser. |
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Papaya leaf has the potential to treat certain symptoms associated with dengue fever. It also promotes balanced blood sugar levels. Papaya leaf is also used as a natural therapy for treating diabetes and improving blood sugar levels. External inflammatory conditions, including skin rashes, muscle aches, and joint pain can also be treated with papaya leaf. |
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It’s widely used as a traditional medicine to treat osteoporosis, heart disease, arthritis, skin disorders, cancer, respiratory problems like asthma, and women’s health issues, such as menstrual and menopausal symptoms. |
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Sage is used for digestive problems, including loss of appetite, gas (flatulence), stomach pain (gastritis), diarrhea, bloating, and heartburn. It is also used for reducing overproduction of perspiration and saliva; and for depression, memory loss, and Alzheimer's disease |
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Saw palmetto is a supplement made from the fruit of the Serenoa repens tree. It's often used to treat enlarged prostate, improve urinary function, and enhance hair growth. Some also use the supplement to boost libido and fertility and reduce inflammation. |
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The superfood that's packed with over 92 minerals that are necessities for the human body. Sea moss helps keep a Healthy Thyroid, a Healthy Heart. It also aid in boosting the immune system and aids in digestion. |
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It is used to treat constipation and also to clear the bowel before diagnostic tests such as colonoscopy. Senna is also used for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), anal or rectal surgery, tears in the lining of the anus (anal fissures), hemorrhoids, |
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Soursop helps expel worms, kills bacteria and cancer cells, kills parasites and viruses, lowers heart rate, reduces blood pressure, reduces fever as well as spasms, slows tumor growth, stimulates digestion, and stops convulsions. It also dilates blood vessels. |
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Valerian root has health benefits that include treating insomnia, anxiety, headaches, and stress. It’s also been an option for women entering menopause due to its ability to reduce hot flashes. The herb can also treat joint pain. For women experiencing symptoms of osteoporosis, it can be a good option for improving bone strength. Enjoy a cup of valerian root tea at bedtime to help have a restful night. |
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Wild cherry is used for colds, whooping cough, bronchitis and other lung problems; diarrhea; gout; digestive disorders; pain; and cancer. It is also used in cough syrups because of its sedative, expectorant, drying, and cough-suppressing effects. |
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Wormwood is used for various digestion problems such as loss of appetite, upset stomach, gall bladder disease, and intestinal spasms. Wormwood is also used to treat fever, liver disease, and worm infections; to increase sexual desire; as a tonic; and to stimulate sweating. |
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Yarrow is used for fever, common cold, hay fever, absence of menstruation, dysentery, diarrhea, loss of appetite, gastrointestinal (GI) tract discomfort, and to induce sweating. Some people chew the fresh leaves to relieve toothache. |
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Yellow dock is used for pain and swelling (inflammation) of nasal passages and the respiratory tract, and as a laxative and tonic. It is also used to treat bacterial infections and sexually transmitted diseases. Yellow dock is also sometimes used to treat intestinal infections, fungal infections, and for arthritis. |
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Yohimbe is used as a dietary supplement for impotence, athletic performance, weight loss, chest pain, high blood pressure, diabetic neuropathy |