Peppermint
Plant Part Used Leaf Introduction Peppermint is a widely used herb for both medicinal and culinary purposes. Peppermint tea has long been used in treating children’s digestive problems such as colic, flatulence, and upset stomach. The oil of peppermint is used routinely in Europe to treat a variety of digestive complaints. Dosage Info Dosage Range […]
Dong Quai
Plant Part Used Root Introduction Dong quai is revered as one of the most important remedies in Chinese medicine. It has been used for centuries for a variety of female complaints and is considered a tonic for women who are tired, recovering from illness, or have low vitality. It has also been used in the […]
Panax Ginseng (Asian)
Plant Part Used Root Introduction The ginsengs are the most frequently purchased herbal supplement in the United States. Historically, it has been used for a variety of health benefits, especially for its ability to help the body cope with stress and fatigue. The ginseng’s nonspecific actions within the body increase the body’s ability to cope […]
Grape Seed Extract
Plant Part Used Seed/Skin Introduction The flavonoid-rich active compound in grape seed is claimed to be one of the most important natural products to be discovered in the last several years. These flavonoids are currently being touted as some of the most potent free radical scavengers. By some estimates, they are more powerful than vitamin […]
Pygeum
Plant Part Used Bark Introduction Pygeum grows mainly in Southern Africa, Madagascar and some areas of Central America. Its use as a tribal remedy dates back to ancient times when the powdered herb was added to milk for use in the treatment of bladder pains and related urinary disorders. A standardized extract is derived from […]
Ephedra/Ma-Huang
Plant Part Used Stem Introduction Warning:Not intended for use by anyone under the age of 18. Do not use this product if you are pregnant or nursing. Consult a health care professional before using this product if you have heart disease, thyroid disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, psychiatric condition, difficulty in urinating, prostate enlargement, […]
Astragalus
Plant Part Used Root. Introduction Astragalus has been valued by the Chinese for centuries for its ability to enhance our immune system and its stress-fighting properties. Scientists commonly refer to astragalus as an adaptogen, meaning it can actually modify the body’s response to stress and infections. The root of this plant is used to make […]
Green Tea
Plant Part Used Leaf. Introduction Green tea has long been used in much of the world as a popular beverage and a respected medicinal agent. (1) Early Chinese medical literature lists green tea as an agent to promote digestion, improve mental faculties, decrease flatulence and regulate body temperature. The earliest known record of use dates […]
Reishi Mushroom
Plant Part Used Fruiting body. Introduction Reishi mushroom is called the “mushroom of immortality” in China and has been used as a tonic and strengthening medicine for thousands of years. Uses in traditional healing include increasing intellectual capacity and memory, promoting agility and lengthening the life span. Interactions and Depletions Interactions Anticoagulant medications Antiplatelet medications […]
Bromelain
Plant Part Used Proteolytic enzymes derived from pineapple stem. Introduction The supplement scientists refer to as bromelain is actually comprised of enzymes derived from the stem of the pineapple plant. These enzymes have been used for years as a meat tenderizer, among other things, in the food industry. Meanwhile, bromelain may offer a wide array […]
