What benefits the immune system should be an important consideration. Many people are concerned about what damages the immune system, but those things that are beneficial are sometimes overlooked. Vit...[read]
The Chinese term jen-shen means in the image of a man. The term ginseng is derived from this word. But American ginseng is different. It is derived from the Greek language, which means panacea- a herb...[read]
Herbal medicines and dietary supplements are not as strictly regulated to the arena of prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications, so it's important to trust the source before you start buyin...[read]
The word ginseng is Chinese for 'man root', probably because the plant itself looks so much like a pair of legs. Ginseng has long been a very important herb in traditional Chinese medicine, and with t...[read]
Introduction In ancient Greece, Portulaca Oleracea or Purslane Herb was regarded as an important medicinal herb for treatment of fever, female disorders, stomach aches, hemorrhoids, and for the healin...[read]
What is a botanical? The study of plants is called botany, so a botanical is a plant, or part thereof, that is valued for its medicinal or therapeutic properties. Some people groups have used these bo...[read]
It used to be said that if rosemary flourishes in the garden, then the woman wears the pants in the house. Whether that is true or not, a flourishing rosemary tree is an asset to any home. Rosmarinus ...[read]
Aloe vera is a very useful plant. It is very often used as a medicine to treat skin conditions such as burns and eczema, where it can help to stop the pain and reduce swelling. It is also very pleasan...[read]
Sexual stimulants claim to arouse or increase sexual desire, or libido. A broader definition includes products that improve sexual performance. Aphrodisiacs, named after Aphrodite, the Greek goddess o...[read]
The philosophy behind tincture is to capture the spiritual and physical essence of the plant. This is done by using the power of ethyl alcohol to dissolve and preserve the herb in question. The substa...[read]
Most of us want fast results when we are sick and miserable. Typically people buy non-prescription drugs over the counter because they don?t know there are other treatments available. For many health ...[read]
Travelers visiting many tropical, sub-tropical and developing countries run an increased risk of suffering a gastrointestinal illness. These are usually caused by bacteria, parasites and viruses. The ...[read]
People have been collecting herbs to use as medicine for centuries. Many doctors claim however that taking herbs in place of your prescribed medication is not recommended. There has been a vast amount...[read]
Many people on the hunt for nutritional supplements are concerned about what kind of herbal medicine for cold sicknesses are offered. From the period of November until March, cold season sets in and i...[read]
The stinging nettle (which is called ortie in France and Brennessel in Germany) was said to be introduced into Britain by Caesar's soldiers. They sowed it along the sides of the great straight roads; ...[read]
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