WORMWOOD (Artemisia absinthium L) Wormwood is mainly used as a bitter tonic. Chances are that you have heard of the ancient proverb ‘bitter as wormwood.’ Its this bitter characteristic that gives wormwood its significant place in herbal pharmacopeia. As the name…
INDIAN MALLOW (Abutilon indicum) Abutilon indicum has been medicinally used in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic traditions. The entire plant has medicinal value. The leaves are used as demulcent, aphrodisiac, laxative, and sedative. The bark is astringent and diuretic; the seeds are…
Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora) Camphor is a white crystalline substance, obtained from the tree Cinnamomum camphora. It has a strong, penetrating fragrance and a bitter, pungent taste. It is slightly cold to the touch like menthol leaves. You may recognize the exclusive smell…
BLACK WALNUT HULL (Juglans Nigra) Black Walnut tree is native to Eastern North America but is cultivated in many parts of the world. Black Walnut hulls have been used in herbal medicine for centuries to treat various conditions including intestinal problems,…
BASIL (Ocimumbasilicum) Basil is a leafy aromatic herb that you often see being sold in small pots in supermarkets and grocery stores. Its enticing peppery aroma gives a fine touch to any old dish. There are many varieties of basil but…
ANGELICA (Angelica archangelica) Angelica is used extensively in herbal medicine. Angelica is a very good tonic herb for women and children, the elderly or general debility. Angelica root contains vitamin B12, Zinc, Thiamine, Sucrose, Riboflavin, Potassium, Magnesium, Iron, Fructose, Glucose, and…
AMARGO (Quassia amara) Amargo is a deciduous tree that can reach up to hundred feet, but normally grows to about twenty feet. This shrubby tree produces smooth, gray bark, compound leaves, small red flowers, and pea-sized black fruits. It grows in…
Teas
BLACK TEA The difference between black, green, and white tea is the way they are processed. During the processing stage, black tea is fermented and oxidized which gives it it’s unique color, flavor, and health benefits. Black tea is more oxidized...
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BLACK TEA The difference between black, green, and white tea is the way they are processed. During the processing stage, black tea is fermented and oxidized which gives it it’s unique color, flavor, and health benefits. Black tea is more oxidized...
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ARTICHOKE TEA Cholesterol tea is not necessarily the first thing that comes to mind when one thinks of artichoke. However, the often-discarded pieces of the plant are not to be taken lightly. They are rich with substances that can work like...
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WHITE TEA White tea refers to tea in its raw, natural state. After picking, the leaves are simply arranged and allowed to dry, without processing. Studies have shown that the amino acid L–theanine found in the tea plant alters the attention...
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SAGE Sage is an aromatic herb which has traditionally been used for digestive concerns. However, it has a surprising quality that has been neglected far too long—its effect on diabetes. It is increasingly being used as an anti-diabetic treatment because of...
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ROSEMARY Rosemary is an herb that can also be boiled with water to make a relaxing and aromatic herbal tea. Research suggests that rosemary boosts brain function by improving memory in all age groups. A recent study suggested that an antioxidant...
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