• April 29, 2024

Honeysuckle

More than just a beautiful flowering shrub or vine, honeysuckle is also a useful herbal medicine. It is a sweet cooling remedy that can be used to clear toxins, for fevers caused by infections and more.

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  • April 23, 2024

Cinchona Bark and Quinine

The South American herbal remedy that has saved millions of lives, cinchona bark contains the alkaloid quinine which is antibacterial and antispasmodic. And it has been key in fighting malaria, saving countless lives.

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  • April 17, 2024

Alfalfa's Sweet Relative: Melilot

Also known as sweet clover, melilot can soothe digestion, reduce edema, and aid circulation. It is an ingredient formulas for varicose veins and venous circulation because it does have blood-moving effects.

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  • April 10, 2024

The Medicinal Uses and Health Benefits of Tea

Tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world and it has many potential health benefits. It has powerful antioxidant properties and can aid mental alertness, fight fatigue, and may aid in weight loss. It even appears to help fight cavities and gum disease.

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  • April 1, 2024

Quercetin

A flavonoid for reducing allergies and fighting viral infections, quercetin works with vitamin C to prevent free radical damage and keep vitamin C active. Quercetin is found in many foods such as onions, apples, blueberries, kale, cherry tomatoes, and broccoli.

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  • March 26, 2024

Soybeans: Healthy Food or Health Hazard?

While soy is promoted as a health food, there are pros and cons to eating soy. Soy is high in phytoestrogens and can be helpful for menopause and PMS associated with low estrogen. But, they may be contraindicated with low thyroid, problems with infertility, or when they cause problems with indigestion.

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  • March 19, 2024

Grapefruit and Pink Grapefruit Essential Oil

Grapefruit is a low-calorie food with a high content of vitamin C, fiber, potassium, and other nutrients. It is a low glycemic food to help with weight loss and blood sugar. The essential oil can help a person feel happier and more relaxed when they are stressed, tense, frustrated, irritable, or moody.

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  • March 11, 2024

Rose Geranium and Wild Geranium

Geraniums can help ease problems with PMS and menopause and are useful for wound healing. The herb is a strong astringent that can help stop bleeding and heal various types of sores or wounds.

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