Osha Root (Ligusticum porteri)
Used for viral infections, coughs, chest problems, and sore throat. It's numbing effects are helpful for toothache pain. It stimulates the uterus and helps bring on menstruation. It has been used for skin wounds for prevention of infection.
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Pau d’Arco Bark (Tabebuia heptaphylla)
With its antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties it may help to protect the body against bacteria, viruses, and other disease-causing germs. A powerful herb it may be of help in cases of diabetes, as well as skin ulcers.
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Peach Leaf (Prunus persica)
Stimulates the flow of urine, calms nervousness, and helps with chest congestion. Effective for burns, wounds, venomous insect bites and allergic reactions. Also a wonderful remedy for eczema, fungal infections and boils. Use to condition hair for growth.
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Peach Tree Bark (Prunus persica)
Great for the immune system. Stimulates urine flow, increases circulation and cleanses toxins from the blood. Effective for morning sickness and nausea. May be beneficial for jaundice and dropsy. Works for bad breath, constipation and headache pain.
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Pennyroyal Leaf (Mentha pulegium)
Has been used for coughs, congestion, and fevers, and to aid the stomach and digestion. Herbalists used the herb to regulate menstrual flow and ease painful menstruation. An effective insect repellent, it also helps to ease itching and stinging.
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Peppermint Leaf (Mentha piperita)
Has been used for digestive complaints of all kinds including IBS, dyspepsia, colonic muscle spasms, constipation. Used externally it makes a soothing rub for muscle tension, pains, strains, facial neuralgia and migraines. Helps respiratory conditions.
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Plantain Leaf (Plantago major)
Has been used for chest congestion and other respiratory ailments. It is helpful for bed wetting and incontinence. Useful for rashes and eczema, psoriasis and shrinks hemorrhoids. Used for easing the itch of bug bites and poisonous plants.
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Pleurisy Root (Asclepias tuberosa)
For colds and other respiratory complaints. Used by herbalists for eruptive fevers, pneumonia and other pulmonary disorders. Found to be effective for easing the pain of menstruation. Good for the digestive system, for indigestion, gas and flatulent colic
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Queen’s Root (Stillingia sylvatica)
Queen's Root is believed to be an alternative, blood purifier, emetic, and expectorant. Believed to be effective for the lymphatic system. Has been used in the treatment of chronic skin complaints, like eczema and psoriasis. Improves acne conditions.
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Red Clover Blossoms (Trifolium pratense)
For coughs and bronchitis, also relief for spasms of all kinds. A pain reliever and anti-inflammatory. Relieves Gout. Useful in the treatment of tuberculosis, syphilis, and a weakened immune system. Increases fertility, and relieves menopausal symptoms.
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Red Reishi Mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum)
Used for boosting the immune system to help the body fight off disease. Shown to be effective against AIDS virus and advance-stage cancers. Said to decrease the pain of neuralgia and shingles. Helpful for conditions of the liver and respiratory system.
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Red Root (Ceanothus americana)
For asthma, chronic bronchitis, whooping-cough, and dysentery. Thought to relieve enlargement of the spleen. It has been used for viral and bacterial conditions, i.e. mumps, cat scratch fever, mononucleosis, rocky mountain fever, gonorrhea, leukorrhoea.
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Rose Hips (Rosa canina)
Useful in skin care, as well as for easing skin conditions. Reduces fine lines, scarring and even stretchmarks. High in vitamin C, the herb is used for arthritis and joint pain. A natural diuretic, it may be useful for bladder and kidney conditions.
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Rose Petals (Rosa centifolia)
For headaches, dizziness, as a heart and nerve tonic. Also helps mouth sores, abrasions and cuts. Alleviates insomnia, depression, and irritability.
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Safflower Petals (Carthamus tinctorius)
Safflower tincture helps with gout, promotes good digestion, and reduces cholesterol. By removing phlegm it has been used to treat colds and flu, as well as, pulmonary tuberculosis. Has been used for children in cases of measles, chicken pox, and fever.
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Sage Leaf (Salvia officinalis)
Stimulates the nervous system and the digestive tract. A memory strengthener, it is said to have many anti-aging qualities. Used to quiet nerves, relieve spasms, induce sleep and combat depression and mental exhaustion. Used for suppressed menstruation.
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Saw Palmetto Berry (Serenoa repens)
Beneficial for male and female reproductive organs. A great tonic that builds strength in those suffering wasting diseases. An excellent expectorant for chest congestion, excessive mucus in sinuses and nose. May be helpful for ovarian diseases.
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Schizandra Berry (Schisandra chinensis)
Increases energy and helps the body heal itself. It strengthens the digestive organs and immune system. It protects against free radical damage and viral and bacterial infections. It has been very effective for protecting the liver from toxins.
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Senega Snake Root (Polygala senega)
For bronchitis, lung congestion, asthma, and other conditions with excessive mucus. Also thought to be helpful as an antidote for many poisons. Used for treatment of dropsy, glandular enlargement, rheumatism, syphilis, amenorrhoea and skin diseases.
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Skunk Cabbage Root (Symplocarpus foetidus)
Used for respiratory ailments, coughs, hay fever, asthma, bronchial problems, congestion. It has been used to treat hysteria, nervous irritability and other nervous disorders, Used for wounds, burns, Has been useful in treating epilepsy and convulsions.
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Slippery Elm Bark (Ulmus fulva)
Helps to alleviate gastrointestinal irritation, constipation, diarrhea, colitis, and digestive upset. Useful for Crohn's disease and IBS. Used for sore throat and mouth irritations.
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Spearmint Leaf (Mentha viridis)
Helps with upset stomach, heartburn, IBS, bowel pains and nausea. A great support for the lower bowel. Used to relieve menstrual cramps and a diuretic rids the body of excess water. Used to ease coughs and asthma, lower fevers and treat colds.
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Spikenard Root (Aralia racemosa)
Used for childbirth, stress, migraines, nervous indigestion, tension, expectorant, physical and mental exhaustion and skin problems. Facilitates an easier childbirth. Good for backaches and externally for wounds and swelling. A mild expectorant.
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Strawberry Leaf (Fragaria vesca)
Cleanses the stomach and tones the bowels. A gentle remedy for treatment of diarrhea. It has been used to treat anemia, chlamydia, gonorrhea, dysentery and difficulty in urination. It has been useful for gout and chilblains. Prevents night sweats.
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Sundew (Drosera rotundifolia)
It has been of great value in the treatment of whooping cough, chronic bronchitis, and asthma. It has been used as a sedative for irritations of the stomach, relieving gas and mild cases of gastric ulcer.
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Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
Helps to clear respiratory difficulties, including bronchial problems, whooping cough, laryngitis, catarrh, and sore throat. Also said to calm nervous system, induce sleep and dispel nightmares. Helpful for treating yeast infections and athlete's foot.
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Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
A digestive aid, also helps fevers, infections, dysentery, arthritis, liver problems, and fights cancerous tumors. Useful in the treatment of HIV. Used to kill parasites, fight skin infections and smooths the skin. Aids in recovery from chemotherapy.
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Usnea (Usnea barbata)
It is used internally and externally for fungal, viral and bacterial infections. May be used for colds and flu and boosts the immune system. It can be helpful for chronic fatigue syndrome. Beneficial for yeast infections, vaginosis and chlamydia.
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Valerian Root (Valeriana officinalis)
A good sleep aid that does not produce morning grogginess, and may reduce night awakenings. Helps in the recovery from shock and sudden emotional distress. A remedy for St. Vitus Dance, vertigo, fainting, epilepsy and convulsions. Used for hyperactivity.
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Violet Leaf (Viola odorata)
For coughs, sore throats, asthma, tumors, acne, psoriasis, swollen glands, and headaches. Used to relieve body pain including rheumatic, limb, extremities and joint pain and headaches. Also used for sleeplessness, anxiety, and hysteria. A blood purifier.
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Wahoo Root Bark (Euonymus atropurpureus)
Useful for jaundice, gall bladder inflammation, constipation, and skin problems caused by liver disorders. Works as an expectorant and boosts blood circulation. Useful in treating venereal diseases, uterine discharge, skin ailments and scalp problems.
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White Pine Bark (Pinus strobis)
For bladder, urinary tract and kidney infections, rheumatism, colds, croup, flu, bronchitis, and chest congestion. Helps to stimulate circulation. Lowers incidence of ateriosclerosis and heart problems. A powerful antioxidant that fights infection.
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Wild Cherry Bark (Prunus serotina)
For coughs and bronchial disorders and toning the respiratory system. A mild sedative used to calm irritation, excitability and alleviate nervous dyspepsia. Helpful for high blood pressure and irregular heatbeats.
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Wild Indigo Root (Baptisia tinctotia)
Use externally as an antiseptic wash for wounds and skin problems. It can aid in treating lymphatic gland enlargement and decrease fevers. Helps heal sore nipples and bacterial infections.
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Wild Lettuce Leaf (Lactuca virosa)
Can calm restlessness, severe nervous disorders, neuroses and hyperactivity in children, reduce anxiety and induces sleep. Soothing to the digestive tract. An expectorant that eases asthma, bronchitis and dry coughs. Also a diuretic and for pain relief.
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Wolfberry, a.k.a Lycii Berry (Lycium barbarum)
Used to treat or prevent visual degeneration. It is also used for high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer, poor eyesight, vertigo, lumbago, impotence and menopausal complaints. This herb can be used to treat Leukemia and may prevent cancer.
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Wormwood Leaf (Artemisia absinthium)
Useful for indigestion, gastric pain and lack of appetite, as well as the related problems of heartburn and flatulence. Calms nervous disorders, reduces tension and anxiety. Relieves headaches, lowers fevers and fights infection. Regulates menstrual cycle
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