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Oregon-Grape

Oregon-Grape: the berry contains berberine, like goldenseal. This makes it a good substitute for the endangered goldenseal... Common Names: Oregon Grape, Mountain Grape, Mahonia, California Barberry Botanical Name:...

Skullcap

Skullcap: by its actions through the cerebrospinal centers, is a most valuable remedy for controlling nervous irritation. It relaxes states of nervous tension while at the same time...

Siberian Ginseng (Eleuthero)

Siberian Ginseng: as an immune-stimulating agent, eleuthero appears to energize the body's defenses, particularly by stimulating specific types of immune cells called helper T-lymphotcytes and natural killer cells......

Saw Palmetto

Saw Palmetto: has been generally seen to reduce prostate enlargement as well as improve the overall quality of life of those who suffer from the said conditions... Common...

Wild Oats (Avena)

Wild Oats: rich in vitamin E, minerals and protein, wild oats are a food tonic for the heart, nerves and thymus gland ... Common Names: Oats, Groats, Avoine...

Burdock

Burdock: is a classic remedy for skin conditions which result in dry, scaly skin and cutaneous eruptions (eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, boils, carbuncles, sties) as well as being helpful...

Plantain – Ribgrass

Ribgrass Plantain: Ribgrass contains a large amount of mucilage, which makes it soothing. Allantoin helps speed healing and aucubin provides an antimicrobial, antibiotic compound to help infections... Common...

Mugwort

Mugwort: is a valuable digestive tonic; its bitterness stimulates the appetite and helps in the breakdown of fats ... Common Names: Mugwort, Artemis Herb, Artemisia, Sailors Tobacco Botanical...

Cleavers

Cleavers is known for its ability to support and cleanse the lymphatic system, particularly where there is an acute "hot" inflammation ... Common Names: Goose grass, catchstraw, bedstraw,...

Black Cohosh

Black Cohosh: best known these days as the "menopause plant," black cohosh has become increasingly popular as a dietary supplement for reducing symptoms related with menopause, including hot...