Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Aspergillus glaucus is a fungus isolated from soil, plant material, and house dust that is used in homeopathic allergy pills. Benefits Aspergillus glaucus relieves individuals from allergy symptoms via stimulation of the body’s allergic reaction systems. Cautions Aspergillus glaucus may cause pulmonary or disseminated infection in individuals with compromised immune systems. […]
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Aspergillus nidulans
Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Aspergillus nidulans is a fungus used in homeopathic allergy pills. Benefits Aspergillus nidulans relieves individuals from allergy symptoms via stimulation of the body’s allergic reaction systems. Cautions Aspergillus nidulans may cause pulmonary or disseminated infection in individuals with compromised immune systems. Stop and consult a doctor if allergy symptoms don’t improve […]
Aspergillus niger
Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Aspergillus niger is a common fungus found in most environments. It is used in homeopathic allergy pills and for probiotic purposes. Benefits Aspergillus niger relieves individuals from allergy symptoms via stimulation of the body’s allergic reaction systems. It also helps to restore/re-stabilize the gastrointestinal tract’s micro flora. Cautions Aspergillus niger is harmful to […]
Anethole
Contents Uses Benefits Other names References Uses Anethole is typically used as a flavoring substance due to its sweetness. Benefits Research suggests that anethole may have antimicrobial, antifungal, insecticidal, and estrogenic activity. Other names Anise camphor Cautions There’ve been concerns regarding carcinogenic properties of anethole, though most evidence suggests it is not. Anethole is mildly toxic and […]
Zhi mu
Contents Uses Benefits Other names References Uses Zhi mu is an herb used to treat a variety of health problems including bronchitis, gout, anxiety, constipation, and more. Benefits Choline, saponins, and tannic acid are among the active nutrients in zhi mu. The following benefits of zhi mu are currently being researched: anti-inflammatory antimicrobial antiplatelet antidiabetic […]
AncienTrim™
Contents Uses Benefits References Uses AncienTrim™ is used to add essential amino acids, protein, and fiber to food products. Benefits AncienTrim™ is said to have the following beneficial qualities: smooth, creamy mouth feel dispersible in solution neutral taste stable across a broad range baking temperatures and pH aids in heart health aids in glucose management aids in […]
Anacyclus pyrethrum
Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses The roots of Anacyclus pyrethrum, also known as pellitory, Spanish chamomile, and Mt. Atlas daisy roots, are used medicinally to treat a variety of health problems including arthritis, toothaches, male sexual disorders, and epilepsy. Benefits Anacyclus pyrethrum is said to have various beneficial properties. These include: antibacterial properties painkiller/anti-inflammatory Cautions […]
Amyris balsamifera oil
Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Amyris oil has a variety of uses. Some uses include perfumes, soaps, creams, cosmetics, incense, steam inhalation, and more. Benefits Amyris is said to have various beneficial properties. These include: Antiseptic sedative decongestant calming stress and anxiety relief skin regeneration Cautions Amyris oil may cause mild skin irritation. As […]
Ammi Visnaga
Contents Uses Benefits Other names Cautions References Uses Ammi visnaga is used in herbal medicine to treat a variety of health issues. These include angina, asthma, bronchitis, diabetes, high blood pressure, kidney stones, premenstrual syndrome, and more. Ammi visnaga is also used directly on the skin to treat conditions such as alopecia areata and psoriasis. Benefits Ammi […]
Aminomethyl propanol
Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Aminomethyl propanol is used in the production of various skin and hair care products including creams, lotions, hair dyes, facial products, and hairsprays as a pH adjuster. Benefits Aminomethyl propanol is able to form a salt when reacted with mineral acids. Soaps can be made out of these salts and used in a […]