This is a tried and true formula to strengthen the prostate. It is similar to the Kidney support formula with two major differences. It has ginseng and gravel root; and it has cayenne instead of lobelia. Lobelia is a a herb which tells the other herbs what to do, whereas the cayenne is a stimulant, driving the other herbs to stimulate the organ/organs involved.
Ingredients: Red Ginseng, Juniper Berries, Marshmallow, Ginger, Gravel Root, Goldenseal, Uva Ursi, Parsley leaf, Cayenne (40 hu).
Herb: GINSENG ROOT
Botanical name: Panax quinquefolium
Origin: USA
Therapeutic actions: Adaptogen; Anti-inflammatory; Demulcent; Hypoglycemic; Tonic; Stimulant; Vasodilator.
Nutrients: Calcium, choline, copper, fiber, folate, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, C, E and G.
Drug interactions: May interact with Warfarin.
Description: There are many grades and varieties of Ginseng available. In China it is used as a preventative and is considered to be the "King of all Tonics." Increases synthesis of nuclear RNA.
Internal uses: It provides stimulation to the entire body for stress, fatigue, weakness and deficiencies. It stimulates and improves the brain cells and is especially stimulating for mental fatigue. Ginseng works with the heart and blood, providing nourishment and circulation. It has been used for diabetes, anemia, normalizing blood pressure, reducing cholesterol and preventing atherosclerosis. By some it is considered to be a panacea and said to slow down the aging process. Ginseng tones the appetite and is useful in digestive problems, helping to alleviate stomach problems, colic,
congestion and constipation. Athletes use it for overall body strengthening. Other uses: hormonal imbalance. In Chinese medicine, Ginseng is not used when there is inflammation, burning sensations or high fever.
Herb: GRAVEL ROOT
Botanical name: Eupatorium purpureum
Origin: USA
AKA QUEEN OF THE MEADOW
Therapeutic actions: Astringent; Diuretic; Nervine; Relaxant; Stimulant; Tonic.
Description: Its main use is to treat urinary infections and stones/gravel.
Internal uses: Used by the native American Indians as a diaphoretic to induce perspiration and break a fever. It is toning to the reproductive tract and beneficial for prostate inflammation, pelvic inflammatory disease, and
menstrual cramping. It has helped to excrete excess uric acid and therefore, used with the treatment of rheumatism and gout. It has been used to treat urinary incontinence in children, cystitis, urethritis and impotence.
Herb: JUNIPER BERRIES
Botanical name: Juniperus communis
Origin: Albania/Croatia
Therapeutic actions: Antiseptic; Aromatic; Anodyne; Carminative; Decongestant; Diaphoretic; Diuretic; Digestive; Emmenagogue; Rubefacient; Stimulant; Stomachic; Tonic.
Nutrients: Calcium, chromium, iron, magnesium, manganese, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 and C.
Drug interactions: Interacts with loop and Thiazide diuretics, Spironolactone, Triamterene.
Description: Juniper is high in natural insulin. It has the ability to restore the pancreas when no permanent damage has been done.
Herb: MARSHMALLOW ROOT
Botanical name: Althaea officinalis
Origin: Italy/Bulgaria
Therapeutic actions: Anti-tussive; Demulcent; Diuretic; Emollient; Galactogogue; Laxative; Lithotriptic; Odontalgic; Mucilage; Nutritive; Tonic; Vulnerary; Protective.
Nutrients: Amino acids, calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 and C.
Drug interactions: No known drug interactions.
Description: Marshmallow is very soothing and healing to the inflamed respiratory, alimentary, intestinal and genito-urinary areas.
Herb: PARSLEY HERB
Botanical name: Petroselinum sativum
Origin: USA/Egypt
Therapeutic actions: Anti-dandruff; Antispasmodic; Aperient; Birthing aid; Anti-cancer; Carminative; Digestive; Diuretic; Emmenagogue; Expectorant; Febrifuge; Galactogogue; Kidney; Ophthalmic; Poultice; Skin; Stings; Stomachic; Tonic; Vulnerary. Nutrients: Calcium, folate, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc, vitamins A, B1, B2,B3, B5, C and E.
Description: It has been useful for chronic liver and gallbladder diseases. The roots act most readily on the kidneys in comparison to other parts of the plant. Parsley leaves are the traditional antidote for garlic's pungent smell. It is considered a strong diuretic.
GOLDENSEAL ROOT
Botanical name: Hydrastis canadensis
Origin: USA
Therapeutic actions: Anti-bacterial; Anti-periodic; Antiseptic; Antispasmodic; Astringent; Alterative; Cholagogue; Diuretic;
Detergent; Ophthalmic; Aperient; Deobstruent; Antiemetic; Nervine; Hemostatic; Laxative; Sedative; Stomachic; Tonic.
Nutrients: Calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 and C.
Drug interactions: Interacts with Tetracycline, check with physician if on Doxycycline.
Description: The golden, yellow root of this plant gives it its name. It has antibiotic properties stronger than many prescription medicines and is able to target "unwanted" bacteria, as well as protozoa and yeasts. Unique in that it does not harm the "beneficial" bacteria that are necessary in the digestive tract. By many herbalists it is considered one of the most powerful herbs. This has been substituted for quinine.
GINGER ROOT
Botanical name: Zingiber officinale
Origin: Indonesia/China
Therapeutic actions: Anti-bacterial; Anodyne; Anti-convulsant; Aphrodisiac; Analgesic; Anti-ulcer; Anti-tumor; Anti-fungal; Antispasmodic; Anti-allergenic; Carminative; Diffusive stimulant; Diaphoretic; Gastric antisecretory; Pungent; Rubefacient; Sternutatory; Sialagogue.
Nutrients: Amino acids, calcium, essential fatty acids, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, zinc, vitamins A, B1, b2, B3, B6 and C.
Drug interactions: Interacts with Heparin, Warfarin. Check with physician if on Ticlopidine. Supports interaction if on chemotherapy drugs, general anesthetics and nitrous oxide.
Description: Ginger is warming and stimulating. It has helped to promote gastric secretions, thus aiding with food absorption.
Herb: UVA URSI LEAF
Botanical name: Arctostaphylos uva ursi
Origin: Spain/Albania
Therapeutic actions: Antiseptic; Astringent; Birthing aid; Disinfectant; Diuretic; Hypnotic; Kidney; Lithontriptic; Mucilage; Nephritic; Poultice; Skin; Tonic.
Nutrients: Calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 and C.
Drug Interactions: Interacts with Acetaminophen with Codeine, Atropine, Cardec DM, Codeine, Ephedrine and Pseudo ephedrine, Lomotil/Lonex, Loop Diuretics, Spironolactone, Theophylline/Aminophylline, Thiazide
diuretics and Triamterene.
Description: Uva Ursi has a specific affinity for the genito-urinary organs, especially for gravel or ulcerations of the kidney and bladder.
Herb: CAYENNE ROOT
Botanical name: Capsicum minimum
Origin: India
Therapeutic actions: Anesthetic; Anti-hemorrhoidal; Anti-bacterial; Alterative; Astringent; Antispasmodic; Anti-rheumatic; Antiseptic; Carminative; Diaphoretic; Digestive; Emetic; Irritant; Pungent; Rubefacient; Sialagogue; Stimulant; Stomachic; Sudorific;
Tonic.
Nutrients: Amino acids, calcium, essential fatty acids, folate, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, zinc, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, C, E and G.
Drug interactions: Supports interaction with aspirin.
Description: It is considered by many to be the strongest stimulant known.
Internal uses: Use as a relaxant to the stomach and colon and as a healer for ulcers. It has been able to stimulate the stomach and is not irritating when small doses are used. Cayenne stimulates the blood and the heart, increasing and strengthening the pulse. It does well in dilating blood vessels and thus relieving chronic congestion of people addicted to drink. It has been used as a tonic and is said to be unequalled in warding off disease because of the high vitamin C content. It has been used for colds, sinus, respiratory ailments, indigestion, hangover, diabetes, cramps,
circulation problems, asthma, rheumatism, kidneys and high blood pressure. It has been used with ginger to clean out the bronchial tubes and sinus cavities, as a gargle for sore throats, as an emergency treatment for shock, for hemorrhage and bleeding wounds - use internally and externally. Also good for headaches (cluster and migraine), obesity, indigestion, heartburn, osteoarthritis, pain, shingles, rheumatoid arthritis, bursitis, low back pain and neuropathy.
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