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  Monnier’s snow parsley also known as Cnidium monnier, is a species of perennial or biennial herb in the Apiaceae , or parsley, family. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Cnidium has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for thousands of years, often for skin conditions. It’s not surprising that cnidium is a common ingredient […]

Momordica Grosvenori is a herbaceous perennial vine of the Cucurbitaceae (gourd) family, native to southern China and northern Thailand. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses The plant is most prized for its sweet fruits, which are used for medicinal purposes and as a sweetener. The fruits are generally sold in dried form, and […]

Methylselenocysteine, also known as Se-methylselenocysteine, is an analogof S-methylcysteine in which the sulfur atom is replaced with a selenium atom. Contents Uses Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Used as daily as part of a comprehensive cancer treatment protocol. Known as the “anti-cancer” mineral. Caution Methylselenocysteine does not accumulate in the body and is considered to […]

Methyl salicylate (oil of wintergreen or wintergreen oil) is an organic ester naturally produced by many species of plants, particularly wintergreens. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Methyl salicylate is normally used to make medicine it is also used as a fragrance, in foods and beverages. American Indians reportedly used wintergreen for treating […]

Methyl glucose sesquistearate is an emollient and surfactant. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Applications: Moisturizing lotions Liquid make-ups Make-up removers Soap bars Sunscreens Emollient body sprays Wipes Benefits When used with Glucate SS emulsifier, it provides long-term shelf life and viscosity stability Primary oil-in-water emulsifier Retards viscosity breakdown Forms white, elegant […]

Methyl Gluceth-20 is derived from corn sugar and corn starch. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Methyl Gluceth-20 is an emollient that imparts a soft and smooth feel to the skin. In addition, it has water-binding properties that help keep skin hydrated. Benefits Methyl Gluceth-20 is a water soluble emollient and humectant […]

Methacryloyl ethyl betaine/acrylates copolymer is a general term for copolymers of two or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Used in cosmetics and personal care products. Most popular use is hair fixative. Benefits Excellent humidity resistance Caution No health concern. […]

Mercurius Iodatus Ruber is a homeopathic remedy. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Mercurius Iodatus Ruber has marked action on sore throat and neck. It is useful in treating diphtheria with submaxillary glands enlarged and painful. It usually helps in aborting peritonsillitis if given frequently. It also helps in treating cough. Mercurius […]

Presently there are three forms of K vitamins available in dietary supplements: synthetic vitamin K1, synthetic vitamin K2 as menaquinone-4 (MK-4), and natural vitamin K2 as menaquinone-7 (MK-7). The last is the most bioavailable, bioactive, and longest lasting form of vitamin K. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses It has uniquely effective […]

Melaleuca leucadendra, commonly known as weeping paperbark, long-leaved paperbark or white paperbark is a plant in the myrtle family, Myrtaceae and is widespread in northern Australia, Southeast Asia, New Guinea and the Torres Strait Islands. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Aborigines people used strips of bark from this tree and tied them […]