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Cajeput oil is produced by steam distillation of fresh leaves and twigs of the cajeput tree (Melaleuca leucadendra) and the paperbark tree (Melaleuca quinquenervia). Don’t confuse cajeput oil with tea tree oil (Melaleuca alternifolia) or niauli oil (Melaleuca viridiflora). Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Cajeput oil is used to treat colds, […]

Magnolia is a tree. Magnolia bark has been used in Chinese medicine for more than 2,000 years. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses This herb is aromatic, pungent, warming and stimulating and can help strengthen your stomach and digestive system, according to Herbalist. Magnolia bark may have antiseptic, antifungal, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic […]

Magnesium aspartate, the chelated magnesium salt of aspartic acid, it is a mineral supplement. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Magnesium is a mineral essential for blood pressure and blood sugar regulation, muscle and nerve function, and the construction of protein, bone and DNA. Benefits Supplemental Magnesium Magnesium supplements are sold in a […]

Magnesium is a naturally occurring mineral. Magnesium is important for many systems in the body especially the muscles and nerves. Magnesium amino acids chelate is used as a supplement to maintain adequate magnesium in the body. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses This medication is a mineral supplement used to prevent and […]

Lo Han Guo in mandarin, also known as monk fruit. Luo Han Guo, literally translated, means “arhat fruit” in English. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses In southern China, luo han guo is popularly considered a longevity aid and is used to balance heat buildup caused by internal conditions, life-forces, or external […]

Lauryl glucoside is a surfactant used in cosmetics. It is a glycoside produced from glucose and lauryl alcohol. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Lauryl glucoside is an non-ionic surfactant that can be used as a foaming agent, conditioner or emulsifier. Lauryl glucoside has excellent foaming capacity and good dermatological compatibility. Therefore […]

Latrodectus mactans, known as the southern black widow or simply black widow, is a highly venomous species of spider in the genus Latrodectus. They are well known for the distinctive black and red coloring of the female of the species that will occasionally eat her mate after reproduction. The species is native to North America. […]

Kelps are large seaweeds (algae) belonging to the brown algae(Phaeophyceae) in the order Laminariales. There are about 30 different genera. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Kelp is used as a thickener in many foods you may eat, including ice cream and salad dressing. But you can eat natural kelp in many different […]

Kaolin is a type of clay found in nature. It can also be made in a laboratory. People use it to make medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Kaolin is used for mild-to-moderate diarrhea, severe diarrhea (dysentery), and cholera. In combination products, kaolin is used to treat diarrhea and to relieve […]

Kamut is among nature’s most potent leafy green vegetables are the cereal grasses.  Kamut is a unique plant that is so packed with a broad spectrum of nutrition that it are sometimes referred to as nature’s multivitamin. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Kamut boasts a broad nutritional profile, and it provides […]