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The other name of Malus pumila (apple extract) is a common apple. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Smoothies – with banana, milk, Cacao and Maca Baby food Baking Mix into yoghurt Sprinkle onto cereals Desserts – such as a raw Chia pudding Salads Benefits Apples are used to control diarrhea or constipation; and for the softening, passage, and collection of gallstones. They are […]

Maleic acid  is an organic compound that is a dicarboxylic acid. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Used as a food additive and preservative. It is a mild and relatively harmless acid when used in appropriate amounts. As a food supplement, it is generally considered beneficial for health and is present in large amounts in apple […]

The lúcuma  is a subtropical fruit native to the Andean valleys of Chile, Ecuador, and Peru. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Smoothies – with banana, milk, Cacao and Maca Baby food Baking Mix into yoghurt Sprinkle onto cereals Desserts – such as a raw Chia pudding Soups – such as coconut and kumara Raw chocolate – with Cacao and Goji Berries Flavour ice-cream or milk Benefits High in carotene, which is an antioxidant that […]

Lonicera Caprifolium is a vine that grows in the spring and blooms in the spring and summer. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Swelling (inflammation) of small air passages in the lung (bronchiolitis). Early research suggests a combination of Lonicera Caprifolium, Baikal skullcap, and forsythia given by IV (intravenously) by a healthcare provider might shorten the length […]

It is a food and fiber crop that is grown in cooler regions of the world. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Used for constipation Used for controlling levels of cholesterol and blood sugar in the body Flaxseed is also used for acne Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder Kidney problems Symptoms of menopause Breast pain It is […]

Linden is a tree. The dried flower, leaves, and wood are used for medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Sleep disorders (insomnia) Headaches including migraines Problems with bladder control (incontinence) Excessive bleeding (hemorrhage) Itchy skin Painful swelling of joints (rheumatism) Bronchitis Cough Spasms Bloating Causing sweating Benefits Linden leaf is used for colds, stuffy […]

Lilium Candidum is native to Greece, the western Balkans and the Middle East. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Used as a healing cream Used as a herbal face wash Used as a day cream Used as a night cream Used as a hand and body lotion Benefits Lilium Candidum is a classical home […]

Leucojum Aestivum is a flower, also known as a summer snowflake, typical for the regions of Europe and Middle East. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Used in cosmetics as an anti-aging agent Used as an alternative to Botox Used for skin whitening Acne control Benefits Anti-aging: Leucojum bulbs effective in inhibiting […]

Lonicera japonica is a vine that grows in the spring and blooms in the spring and summer. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Swelling (inflammation) of small air passages in the lung (bronchiolitis). Early research suggests a combination of Lonicera japonica, Baikal skullcap, and forsythia given by IV (intravenously) by a healthcare provider might shorten the […]

Lecithin is a generic term to designate any group of yellow-brownish fatty substances occurring in animal and plant tissues composed of phosphoric acid, choline, fatty acids, glycerol, glycolipids, triglycerides, and phospholipids. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Food processors commonly add lecithin as a natural “emulsifier” to certain foods Use lecithin as a nutritional supplement Benefits […]