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
ROOIBOS Rooibos tea is a native of South Africa and has been used in that region for centuries, though its health benefits are only just being introduced to the rest of the world. It is a rich herb with high levels...
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GREEN TEA Green tea, most popularly known as the ‘anti-aging beverage’ is packed with nutrients. Cultures such as Japan, where aging is relatively slow and less-impairing have green tea as an essential part of their diet. So what exactly is green...
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CINNAMON Cinnamon is a sweet-smelling spice with a gentle heat in its taste. It is the bark of cinnamon tree which is used in either the stick or powdered form to add flavor to cuisines around the world. Cinnamon tea is...
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BRAIN Tea is beneficial for your brain.It helps protect brain cells from degeneration and helps to keep the mind sharp and focused. Researchers suggest any type of tea may be helpful for brain health.However,Catechins,a natural compound in tea,were found to protect...
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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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Keys of Knowing Your Teas by Function “Tea is a marvelous elixir of health that has the capacity to prolong human life. Most medicines treat only a single ailment, but tea is a panacea for all ills.” –Japanese proverb It is...
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