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Agrimony
Agrimony (Agrimonia eupatoria) is a medicinal herb traditionally used for various health benefits. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America and is often found in meadows, along roadsides, and in open fields. The plant has distinctive yellow, five-petaled flowers and serrated green leaves.
Aloe Vera Leaf
Aloe Vera Leaf is a widely known medicinal and cosmetic herb valued for its soothing, healing, and moisturizing properties. Native to North Africa, the plant has thick, succulent leaves filled with a gel-like substance.
American Ginseng Root
American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) is a Yin tonic, or a cooling herb. Ginseng root and other parts of the plant are used to make extractions, teas, and medicinal.
Amla (gooseberry)
Indian gooseberry, or amla, is a fruit tree that grows natively in parts of Asia. The high content of vitamin C makes it an excellent antioxidant. Amla also contains high levels of Emblicanin A and B.
Andrographis
Andrographis paniculata is a versatile tropical plant that is considered to have many essential medicinal properties. The leaves, stems, and roots of this plant are a potent source of botanical compounds.
Angelica Root
The Aloe vera plant has been known and used for centuries for its health, beauty, medicinal and skin care properties. The botanical name of Aloe vera is Aloe barbadensis miller.
Anise Seed
Anise seed (Pimpinella anisum), also known as anise or aniseed, is a spice native to the Eastern Mediterranean and Southwest Asian regions.
Anise Star
Star anise is the dried, star-shaped pericarps and seed pods of the Chinese star anise plant (Illicium verum), an evergreen tree native to Vietnam and Southwest China.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a type of vinegar made with crushed fermented apples, yeast, and sugar.
Astragalus
Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) is a type of flowering plant. Astragalus is considered an adaptogen, and adaptogens are plants or mushrooms that can impact how your body responds to fatigue, anxiety and stress.
Avocado
Avocados are a source of vitamins C, E, K, and B6, as well as riboflavin, niacin, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium, and potassium.
Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera, fam. Solanaceae) is commonly known as “Indian Winter cherry” or “Indian Ginseng”. Ashwagandha is an herb with great significance in Ayurvedic (Indian) medicine.
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Bacopa-Brahmi
Bacopa monnieri, commonly known as Brahmi, is a highly regarded herb in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. It is a small, creeping aquatic plant with small, oblong leaves and tiny white or light purple flowers.
Beet
Beetroot (Beta vulgaris) is a highly nutritious root vegetable known for its vibrant color and health benefits. It has been cultivated for centuries and is used both as food and in traditional medicine.
Berberine
Berberine (also known as berberine hydrochloride) is a natural isoquinoline alkaloid found in a wide variety of herbs. Berberine acts as an anti-sclerotic, lowering the LDL and testosterone levels.
Bitter melon
Bitter melon is especially rich in vitamin C, an important micronutrient involved in disease prevention, bone formation, and wound healing.
Black COHOSH
Black cohosh (Actaea racemosa or Cimicifuga racemosa), a member of the buttercup family, is a perennial plant native to North America. The roots and rhizomes of this herb are widely used in the treatment of menopausal symptoms and menstrual dysfunction.
Black Seed Cumin
Black Seed Cumin, commonly known as Nigella sativa or black cumin, is a flowering plant native to South and Southwest Asia. Its seeds are prized for their medicinal and culinary uses, often referred to as "black seed" or "black cumin."
Bladderwrack
Bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus) is a type of brown seaweed commonly found along the coasts of Europe, North America, and Asia. It has been used traditionally in herbal medicine and as a nutritional supplement.
It's one of the highest iodine containing sea vegetables known.
Blessed Thistle
Blessed Thistle (Cnicus benedictus) is an herb traditionally used in herbal medicine, particularly in European and herbalist practices. It is a perennial plant with spiny leaves and yellow flowers.
Brazil Nuts
Brazil nuts are among the richest selenium food sources, and studies have considered this Amazonian nut as an alternative for selenium supplementation. Brazil nuts present relevant content of other micronutrients such as magnesium, copper, and zinc.
Buckthorn Bark
Buckthorn Bark (from the Rhamnus genus, such as Rhamnus frangula or Rhamnus cathartica) is traditionally used as a laxative and natural remedy for constipation. The bark contains compounds called anthraquinones, which stimulate bowel movements.
Burdock
Burdock (Arctium lappa) is a biennial herb traditionally used in herbal medicine, especially in Europe and Asia. Burdock is a large weed covered in spurs that can grow over 4 feet tall. Burdock contains inulin, a natural dietary fiber, and is also used to improve digestion.
Butterfly Pea Flower
Butterfly pea flower (Clitoria ternatea) is a plant native to Southeast Asia that's commonly used to make herbal tea. Butterfly pea flower has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine to help memory and promote mental clarity.
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California Poppy
California poppy, an herb indigenous to California and used by Native Americans as a sedative, hypnotic, and analgesic. Mainly for the purpose of sleeping disorders.
Chamomile
Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla or Chamaemelum nobile) is a well-known herbal herb prized for its calming and medicinal properties. It is a small, aromatic plant with white daisy-like flowers and yellow centers.
Carob
arob (Ceratonia siliqua) is a evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region, valued for its sweet, edible pods. The pods are dried and processed into carob powder, chips, or syrup, often used as a chocolate substitute.The carob fruit contains dietary fiber and antioxidants.
Chaparral
Chaparral is a botanical extract of the woody shrub known as creosote bush (Larrea tridentata).
Chaste Tree Berries
Chasteberry (Vitex agnus-castus), or monk's pepper, is the fruit of the chaste tree. With the purpose of being used to help with problems related to hormone imbalances.
Chinese Skullcap
Scutellaria baicalensis is an herb that has roots of high medicinal value.
Cinnamon
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum, and Cinnamon cassia), the eternal tree of tropical medicine. Cinnamon primarily contains vital oils and other derivatives, such as cinnamaldehyde, cinnamic acid, and cinnamate.
Cloves
Cloves are a versatile spice that add flavor while also providing health benefits. Cloves are full of antioxidants, including eugenol. Antioxidants help your body fight free radicals, which damage your cells.
Coconut
Coconut is the fruit of the coconut palm. Coconut / Buko is used in herbal medicine used to treat diabetes, stomach and skin problems.
Comfrey
The roots of leaves of the comfrey plant contain chemical substances called allantoin and rosmarinic acid.
Coriander
Coriander is a source of vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, potassium, and iron.
Cumin
Cumin (Cuminum cyminum) is a plant native to the Mediterranean and southern Asia.Cumin seeds are used as popular aromatic herbs and cooking spices.
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Damiana
Damiana is an herbal supplement made from the dried leaves and stems of Turnera diffusa.
Dandelion
Dandelion is a rich source of vitamins A, B complex, and C. The leaves are used to stimulate the appetite and help digestion
Devils Claw
Devil's claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) is an herb. A powerful anti-inflammatory, devil's claw is typically used as a natural remedy for back pain and joint issues.
Dulse Flakes
Dulse is an excellent source of phytochemicals and minerals, and a superior source of iodine. Seaweeds contain naturally high levels of iodine. Dulse contains iodine, an element that the body needs to make thyroid hormones.
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Echinacea
Echinacea is a Native American medicinal plant named for the prickly scales in its large conical seed head, which resembles the spines of an angry hedgehog (echinos is Greek for hedgehog).Echinacea contains several chemicals that play a role in its therapeutic effects. These include polysaccharides, glycoproteins, alkamides, volatile oils, and flavonoids.
Elder Berry
Sambucus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Adoxaceae. The different species of Sambucus are commonly called elderberry or elder. The berries and flowers of elderberry are packed with antioxidants and vitamins that may boost your immune system. They could help tame inflammation, lessen stress, and help protect your heart, too.
Elecampane Root
Elecampane root is an herbal supplement used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Elecampane root is an herbal supplement used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Elecampane root is part of a flowering plant in the Compositae or Asteraceae family. It has a history of use in folk medicine for respiratory, microbial, and gastrointestinal issues.
Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus trees are also commonly known as Gum trees. If you associate these trees with koala bears, you aren’t wrong! Extracted from the leaves of the eucalyptus tree, it originated in Australia where the Aborigines first used it as a remedy for a fever, as well as for wounds, infections, aches and colds.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Olive oil contains oleic acid and antioxidants, which can help fight inflammation. This may be the main reason for olive oil’s health benefits.Olive oil is very high in monounsaturated fats and contains a modest amount of vitamins E and K. Extra virgin olive oil is also loaded with antioxidants, some of which have powerful health benefits.
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Fennel Seeds
These aromatic seeds come from Foeniculum vulgare – a herb. It is mainly grown in India and the Mediterranean areas. They are known to offer a wide range of nutritional properties that improve health, emphasizing the health benefits of fennel seeds.Dried fennel seeds are a storehouse of various nutrients, with low calories and high in different micro and macronutrients.
Fenugreek Seed
Fenugreek is an herb that’s part of the legume family. . The fresh and dried seeds of this plant have been used as a spice and flavoring agent for ages. Fenugreek benefits for females and males include an increase in hormone levels, stabilization of blood sugar levels, and stimulation of the production of insulin.
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Gentian Root
Gentian root comes from flowering plants in the Gentiana genus, which includes more than 400 species that grow in the highlands in parts of Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Gentian root is known for its bitter taste. It’s particularly used in traditional settings as a digestive tonic to stimulate stomach, liver, and gallbladder function.
Ginger
Ginger comes from a flowering plant originating in Southeast Asia. It belongs to the Zingiberaceae family, and it’s closely related to turmeric, cardamom, and galangal.
Ginkgo
Ginkgo biloba, or maidenhair, is a tree native to China that has been grown for thousands of years for a variety of uses.Ginkgo contains high levels of flavonoids and terpenoids, which are compounds known for their strong antioxidant effects
Goat's Rue
Goat's rue is a plant. The parts that grow above the ground are used to make medicine. Goat's rue is used along with conventional treatment for diabetes and as a diuretic. In combination with other herbs, goat's rue is used to stimulate the adrenal gland and pancreas; to protect the liver; for digestion problems; and to start the flow of breast milk.
Goldenseal
Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) is a perennial plant native to eastern North America. Its roots and leaves have been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, especially those involving infections or inflammation.
Grapefruit Seed
The seeds used to make grape seed extract come from Vitis vinifera, the wild grape from which most wine grapes originate. This species is native to the Mediterranean region, central Europe, and Southwestern Asia around the Caspian Sea, but its use in winemaking and medicine first began around the Caspian Sea and moved westward.
Green Tea
Green tea comes from unoxidized leaves of the Camellia sinensis bush. It is one of the least processed types of tea, containing the most antioxidants and beneficial polyphenols. Some research suggests green tea may positively affect weight loss, liver disorders, type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, and more. However, more evidence is necessary for researchers to definitively prove these health benefits.
Guarana Seed
Guarana (Paullinia cupana) is a plant native to the Amazon. Guarana contains caffeine. Caffeine works by stimulating the central nervous system, heart, and muscles. Guarana also contains theophylline and theobromine, which are chemicals similar to caffeine.
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Haritaki
As a cleansing and restorative herb, it’s included in holistic health care to address dosha imbalances. Many believe it plays a role in spiritual balance as well.Haritaki is one part of the trifecta of the beneficial Ayurvedic blend, triphala, along with bibhitaki and amla, or Indian gooseberry.
Hawthorn Berries
Hawthorn berries are tiny fruits that grow on trees and shrubs belonging to the Crataegus genus.
The genus includes hundreds of species commonly found in Europe, North America, and Asia.
These nutrient-rich berries have a tart, tangy taste and mild sweetness. They range in color from yellow to dark red. For hundreds of years, people have used hawthorn berry as an herbal remedy for digestive problems, heart issues, and high blood pressure. In fact, the berry has been a key part of traditional Chinese medicine since at least 659 A.D.
Hemp Seed
Hemp seeds are a nutritious plant-based protein source that may provide health benefits, including supporting digestion and heart health. Hemp seeds are the seeds of the hemp plant, Cannabis sativa. They are from the same species as cannabis (marijuana) but a different variety. However, they contain only trace amounts of THC, the psychoactive compound in cannabis. Hemp seeds are exceptionally nutritious and rich in healthy fats, protein and various minerals.
Hibiscus Flower
Hibiscus is a colorful, flowering plant that can be made into extracts, teas, and supplements. Hibiscus has a sweet and astringent taste, or rasa, and a cooling virya, or energetic effect on the body.
Honey
Honey is a syrupy liquid that honeybees make from plant nectar. It is a common ingredient in many foods and is available in many forms.Honey is rich in nutrients and antioxidants, with the addition of antibacterial properties.Honey is primarily composed of sugar, provides small amounts of several vitamins and minerals, and is rich in health-promoting plant compounds.
Hops
Hops, scientifically known as Humulus lupulus, are the flowers of the hop plant. These flowers are known for their unique aroma, and they have a distinct sour taste. They are the first choice for any brewer to impart a perfect flavor and taste to the beer. Hops have been used for centuries to aid digestion and relieve gastrointestinal issues.
HoreHound
Horehound (Marrubium vulgare)is a plant used to naturally treat respiratory conditions.? Horehound (white horehound)is a bitter perennial bushy plant belonging to the mint family. Other names for this herb include houndsbane, marrubium, eye of the star, seed of Horus, marvel, and bulls’ blood.Horehound is a perennial plant. This means once it is planted it will return year after year.
Horny Goat Weed
Horny goat weed refers to various herb species of the Epimedium genus, and may be known as "yin yang huo." It has limited evidence of health benefits. Horny goat weed contains chemicals that might help increase blood flow and improve sexual function. It also contains phytoestrogens, chemicals that act somewhat like the hormone estrogen. People use horny goat weed for erectile dysfunction (ED), sexual problems, weak and brittle bones, health problems after menopause, and other conditions.
Hyssop
Hyssopus officinalis, is an edible member of the mint family that’s been used in a wide variety of foods, drinks, folk remedies, and even perfumes. Hyssop plants look like a smaller form of lavender, with spikes of blue flowers that smell slightly minty. Tea made from true hyssop has been used to help treat coughs, earaches, asthma, and bloating.
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Jamaican Blue Vervain
Vervain (Verbena officinalis), also known as common vervain or common verbena, is a flowering perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. Rich in plant-based compounds known as flavonoids, vervain is thought to have potent anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antispasmodic, and analgesic (pain-relieving) effects. There are even those who contend that vervain has anti-tumor properties that can help fight cancer.
Juniper Berries – Cedar Berries
Juniper is a tree that grows wild in some parts of Europe, North America, and Asia. There are many varieties of juniper, but Juniperus communis is the most common in North America. Some people take juniper by mouth for problems with digestion, urinary tract infections (UTIs), kidney stones.
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Kava Kava
Kava Kava is an herbal remedy that's made from the roots of Piper methysticum -- a type of plant found in the islands of the Pacific Ocean. Its name literally means “intoxicating pepper.” People who live on Pacific islands like Fiji and Tonga have used it for hundreds of years in social gatherings and traditional medicine. The plant is also thought to relieve pain, prevent seizures, and relax muscles.
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Lavender
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is an evergreen plant native to the Mediterranean. Its flower and oil have a popular scent and are also used as medicine. Lavender contains an oil that seems to have calming effects and might relax certain muscles. It also seems to have antibacterial and antifungal effects.People commonly use lavender for anxiety, stress, insomnia, depression, dementia, pain, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support many of these uses.
Lemon Balm
Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is a lemon-scented herb that comes from the same family as mint. The herb is native to Europe, North Africa, and West Asia, but it’s grown around the world. Lemon balm is said to soothe symptoms of stress, help you to relax, and boost your mood. Possible uses for lemon balm include sleep, anxiety, and health conditions like cold sores. Lemon balm can be made into tea, taken as a supplement or extract, or rubbed on the skin in lotions. Lemon balm essential oil is also popular in aromatherapy.
Lemon Verbena
Lemon verbena is said to be the most “lemony” of all the citrus-scented herbs. The lemon verbena plant is a tropical perennial shrub belonging to the Verbenaceae family. The flowering tops and leaves are used for culinary and medicinal purposes.
Licorice
Licorice root, which is considered one of the world’s oldest herbal remedies, comes from the root of the licorice plant (Glycyrrhiza glabra).Licorice root is so complex that researchers have isolated 134 different compounds in the glabra variety and 170 in Chinese licorice. Licorice is a member of the legume family, and while there are species that grow in the U.S.
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Lobelia
Lobelia (Lobelia inflata), also called Indian tobacco, has a long history of use as an herbal remedy for respiratory conditions such as asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, and cough. Lobelia is an attractive annual or sometimes biennial (reseeding every year or 2) herb that grows to a height of 3 feet.
Loins Mane Mushroom
Lion’s mane mushrooms contain compounds that stimulate brain cell growth and protect them from damage caused by Alzheimer’s disease. However, more research involving humans is needed.
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Maca Root
Maca is a Peruvian plant that may have various health benefits, such as boosting libido, increasing energy, and improving mood.Maca is a plant that originated in the Peruvian Andes mountains. It is a natural remedy that can be used to treat certain health issues, including infertility and low sex drive.
Marigolds
Calendula officinalis is in the plant family known as Asteraceae or Compositae. Calendula marigolds are yellow-orange in color and form small florets of petals that are harvested and dried for their numerous medicinal properties. Botanical research shows that calendula marigolds contain many active constituents, including various antioxidants and volatile oils.
Marshmallow
It’s a plant native to Africa and parts of Europe that’s used to make an herbal treatment that’s been utilized for centuries.Marshmallow root (Althaea officinalis) has a very long history in folk medicine that goes back to ancient Greek and Egyptian times. Marshmallow root and leaf feature many active compounds that make it an effective mucilage and medicinal supplement.
Meadowsweet Flower Whole
Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria) is a plant in the rose/Rosaceae family that is used to make herbal remedies. The parts that grow above the ground are used to make medicine.Meadowsweet is used for colds, bronchitis, upset stomach, heartburn, peptic ulcer disease, and joint disorders including gout.
Meadowsweet Herb
Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria), also known as queen of the meadow and mead wort, is a flowering herb native to Europe and parts of Asia. Historically, it has been used as a diuretic and to treat inflammatory conditions, including joint pain and gout. Meadowsweet contains plant compounds that may have beneficial effects in your bod
Milk Thistle
Milk thistle is a natural herb with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Milk thistle is an herbal remedy derived from the milk thistle plant, also known as Silybum marianum.Milk thistle extract may help protect the liver against damage caused by disease or poisoning, though more research is needed. Milk thistle may increase breast milk production in women who are lactating, though very little research has been done to confirm its effects.
Moringa
The moringa leaves are nutritionally very rich, leaving behind carrots, oranges and even milk in terms of nutrition value. When consumed in their natural form, the moringa leaves have no side effects.
Motherwort
Also called lion’s tail, motherwort is an upright, prickly bush with dark green leaves and furry purple or pink flowers. Motherwort contains several antioxidants and has been linked to various health benefits. These include a reduced risk of heart disease, as well as decreased blood pressure and heart rate caused by stress or anxiety.
Mugwort
Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) is a flowering plant native to northern Europe, Asia, and parts of North America. The parts of the mugwort plant that grow above the ground are used to make essential oil. Also known to prevent or treat health conditions like anxiety, digestion problems, and irregular periods, among others.
Muria Puama
Muira Puama, scientifically known as phychopetalum Olacoids, is a tree. This herb’s action is amplified when combined with other herbs, well known as being adaptogenic, aphrodisiac, and nerve tonics.The extract of this herb was applied on the skin with the help of a moist cotton wool pad or with the help of fingertips.
Mullein
Mullein is the name for any of the over three hundred species of the genus Verbascum, which are large biennial or perennial herbs. Mullein has been used traditionally as a remedy for the respiratory tract, including bronchitis. It works as an expectorant, meaning it helps expel mucus.
Myrrh Gum
Myrrh is a reddish-brown dried sap from a thorny tree — Commiphora myrrha, also known as C. molmol. Myrrh oil has been used to kill harmful bacteria long before scientists discovered that microbes cause contagious illnesses. It may have an impact on some drug-resistant and Lyme disease bacteria.
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Neeem Leaf
Neem is a medicinal herb and a popularly known ingredient used in Indian Ayurveda. Neem (Azadirachta indica) is an evergreen tree with a well-earned reputation for being the most potent medicinal flora in the world. The neem tree is chock-full of chemical compounds that have been found to be hugely beneficial.
Nettle
Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) has been a staple in herbal medicine since ancient times. Ancient Egyptians used stinging nettle to treat arthritis and lower back pain.Stinging nettle, or urtica dioica, is a perennial flowering plan. Stinging nettle offers a variety of vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, amino acids, polyphenols and pigments — many of which also act as antioxidants inside your body.
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Oak Top
White oak trees (Quercus alba) are native to eastern parts of North America.The part of white oak typically harvested for health benefits is the inner bark and galls. A gall is a growth that occurs most often on twigs, small branches, and new shoots.
Olive Leaf
Olive leaf extract is a concentrated dose of the nutrients in olive tree leaves. The antioxidants in olive leaf extract are mainly polyphenols. The positive effect is due in part to the powerful and health-boosting benefits of the olive leaf
Oregano
Oregano is high in antioxidants, which can help prevent damage by neutralizing disease-causing free radicals.Test-tube studies have found that oregano and its components may be effective against certain strains of bacteria.
Orris Root
Orris is a plant. The root is used to make medicine. Orris contains many chemicals, including some that may loosen lung congestion and make it easier to cough up.
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Passion Flower
Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) was used traditionally in the Americas and later in Europe as a calming herb for anxiety, insomnia, seizures, and hysteria. Passionflower is often combined with valerian, lemon balm (Melissa officinalis), or other calming herbs.
Pau D’Aro
Pau d’arco, also called tabebuia avellanedae, is a canopy tree from the Bignoniaceae family with extremely hard wood. The bark of tabebuia avellanedae is valued for its powerful and therapeutic phytochemicals.
Periwinkle
Sadabahar is also known as Madagascar Periwinkle. The Madagascar periwinkle plant is also known as the “evergreen” flower.Sadabahar plants contain various alkaloids that are useful in conditions such as cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, and stroke.
Plantain
Plantain (Plantago major) is easily recognized. It’s made up of a series of wide green leaves from 1-6 inches in length. . It is also a highly nutritious wild edible that is high in calcium and vitamins A, C, and K. Plantains herb have wide-ranging antimicrobial properties besides being anti-inflammatory and analgesic.
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Raspberry Leaf
Raspberries (Rubus idaeus) are popular red berries that are native to Europe and parts of Asia. Plant compounds called polyphenols are known to protect the body against disease. They also make an important contribution towards a healthy, balanced diet. Raspberry leaves contain antioxidising polyphenols – namely, tannins, bioflavonoids and alkaloids – it’s the latter that are said to tone and relax the pelvic and uterine muscles. Red raspberry leaf tea offers potential benefits for pregnancy support, menstrual health, digestive health and as an antioxidant.
Red Clover
Red clover is a perennial herb.Red clover is a wild plant belonging to the legume family. Red clover is a source of many nutrients including calcium, chromium, magnesium, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, thiamine, and vitamin C.
Reishi Mushroom
American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) is a Yin tonic, or a cooling herb. Ginseng root and other parts of the plant are used to make extractions, teas, and medicinal.
Rhodiola Root
Rhodiola is an herb. Its roots are considered adaptogens, meaning they help your body adapt to stress when consumed. The medicinal compounds of rhodiola rosea come from the root of the plant and have been used to help treat occasional stress, anxiety, mental and physical fatigue, and depressed mood.
Rhubarb Root
Rhubarb is the name used to describe several plant species in the genus Rheum. Rhubarb has been used to heal a wide variety of issues such as constipation, fever, inflammation, and kidney failure.
Rose Hips
Rosehip extract contains polyphenols and anthocyanins, which are believed to ease joint inflammation and prevent joint damage. Compared with other fruits and vegetables, rose hips offer one of the highest levels of vitamin C. This vitamin, along with other compounds in rosehip tea, helps strengthen and protect your immune system.
Rose Petals
Known as the “Queen of the Flowers,” roses have traditionally been used for medicinal and cultural purposes. They’re rich in vitamins A, B-complex, C, D, E, and have minerals such as iron, selenium and zinc.
Rosemary
Rosemary is a herb that grows on the evergreen shrub known as Salvia rosmarinus (formerly Rosmarinus officinalis). Rosemary is used to help relieve conditions including pain, inflammation, gastrointestinal pains, anxiety and respiratory issues.
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Sarsaparilla
Sarsaparilla is a plant. The root is used to make medicine.Chemicals in sarsaparilla might help decrease joint pain and itching, and might also reduce bacteria. Sarsaparilla is used for treating psoriasis and other skin diseases, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), and kidney disease; for increasing urination to reduce fluid retention; and for increasing sweating.
Sassafras
Sassafras is more like an herb, sassafras does not contain notable calories or vitamins. The name sassafras is actually a genus of tree encompassing three living and one extinct species of tree. The compounds in sassafras, though considered carcinogens in some ways, have been the subject of anticancer research for some time.
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Schisandra Berry
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Scullcap
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Sea Moss
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Shepherd’s Purse
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Thyme
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is an herb with a distinct smell. The flowers, leaves, and oil are commonly used to flavor foods and are also used as medicine. Thyme contains chemicals that might help bacterial and fungal infections. It also might help relieve coughing and have antioxidant effects. People commonly use thyme for cough, patchy hair loss (alopecia areata), dementia, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Triphala
Triphala, an ancient Ayurvedic treatment used a healing remedy for over 1,000 years. The benefits of Triphala may include reducing inflammation and protecting against some cancers. It may also help with constipation, dental issues, and weight loss.
Turmeric
Turmeric is a common spice that comes from the root of Curcuma longa. It contains a chemical called curcumin, which might reduce swelling. Turmeric has a warm, bitter taste and is frequently used to flavor or color curry powders, mustards, butters, and cheeses. Because curcumin and other chemicals in turmeric might decrease swelling, it is often used to treat conditions that involve pain and inflammation. People commonly use turmeric for osteoarthritis. It is also used for hay fever, depression, high cholesterol, a type of liver disease . and itching.
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Umckaloabo Root
Umckaloabo (Pelargonium sidoides) is a flowering plant native to South Africa. It's used as medicine by the native populations of South Africa. Umckaloabo might work by killing bacteria or preventing bacteria from attaching to surfaces within the body. People use umckaloabo for bronchitis, common cold, COPD, sore throat, asthma, and many other conditions.
Usnea
Usnea (Usnea barbata) is a lichen that grows on trees. Lichens appear to be a single plant, but they are really fungus and algae that grow together. Usnea contains chemicals that are thought to fight germs that might cause infections. These chemicals might also decrease swelling, pain, and fever. People use usnea for cough, obesity, pain, wound healing, and many other purposes.
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Valerian
Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) is an herb native to Europe and parts of Asia. Valerian root has a long history of use as a sedative. Valerian can grow to be just over 6 feet tall and has a strong odor. It seems to act like a sedative in the brain and nervous system. Valerian has been used as a traditional medicine dating back to ancient Greek and Roman times. People commonly use valerian for sleep disorders, especially insomnia. Valerian is also used for anxiety, stress, and many other conditions.
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White Peony Root
White peony, technically named Paeonia lactiflora Pall., is a flowering plant native to east Asia. It grows in many parts of the world, though, including China, Mongolia, and Siberia. It’s also grown as a common garden plant in the northern United States. For more than 1,000 years, the dried root of the white peony has been used in ancient Chinese medicine. It’s traditionally used to treat a wide range of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and pain. Some of these medicinal benefits have been proven by science.
White Willow Bark
Willow bark comes from several varieties of willow tree. Willow bark contains a chemical called salicin, which is similar to aspirin. It has pain and fever reducing effects in the body.People commonly use willow bark for back pain, osteoarthritis, fever, flu, muscle pain, and many other conditions.
Wild Cherry Bark
Wild cherry is a tree. The bark and fruit are used to make medicine. Some people take wild cherry by mouth for colds, whooping cough, bronchitis (lunginflammation), and other lung problems. It is also used for diarrhea, gout, digestive disorders, pain, and cancer. It is also used in cough syrups because of its sedative (sleepiness), expectorant (clearing mucus), drying, and cough-suppressing effects.
Wild Lettuce
Wild lettuce (Lactuca virosa) is a weed. It’s sometimes called prickly lettuce, bitter lettuce, tall lettuce, or opium lettuce, and there are many claims of health benefits. Wild lettuce has been used throughout history for health problems including pain, kidney diseases, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), whooping cough, sunburn, as a diuretic, and sedative.
Wild Yam Root
Wild yam is a plant that has been promoted as natural DHEA because it contains diosgenin, which can be used in the lab to create estrogen and DHEA. There are over 600 species of wild yams. About 12 species are edible. Some people use wild yam as a source of steroids, but the body can't make steroids such as estrogen and DHEA from eating wild yam. This conversion has to be done in a lab. There might be other chemicals in wild yam that act like estrogen in the body. People most commonly use wild yam as a "natural alterative" to estrogen therapy for symptoms of menopause, infertility, menstrual problems, and many other conditions.
Wormwood
Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) is an herb used in the alcoholic drinks vermouth and absinthe. Its oil contains the chemical thujone, which may be poisonous. The thujone in wormwood oil excites the central nervous system and can cause seizures and other adverse effects. Other chemicals in wormwood might decrease swelling. People use wormwood for digestion problems, Crohn disease, a kidney disorder called IgA nephropathy, osteoarthritis, and many other conditions.
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Yarrow
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a plant that grows throughout the world. The above ground parts are used to make medicine. Yarrow contains chemicals that might help to stop stomach cramps and fight infections.People commonly use yarrow for eczema, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), wound healing, and many other conditions.
Yellow Dock
Yellow dock (Rumex crispus) is a common weed found in Serbia, Korea, and China. The leaf stalks are used in salads. The root and fruits are used as medicine. Yellow dock contains chemicals that work as laxatives and have anti-inflammatory effects. It also contains chemicals that might kill parasites, bacteria, and fungi.People use yellow dock for pain, swelling of the nasal passages and the respiratory tract, constipation, hemorrhoids, and many other conditions.
Yohimbe Bark
Yohimbe (Pausinystalia yohimbe) is an evergreen tree native to Africa. Its bark contains the chemical yohimbine, traditionally used as an aphrodisiac. The yohimbine in yohimbe can increase blood flow and nerve impulses to the penis or vagina. It can also help counteract the sexual side effects of certain medications used for depression. People most commonly use yohimbe for sexual problems. It is also used to boost mood, for athletic performance, and other purposes.