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  Balsam of Peru, also known and marketed by many other names, is a balsam derived from a tree known as Myroxylon, which is grown in Central America (primarily in El Salvador) and South America. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses TAKEN BY MOUTH Cancer. Fluid retention. Intestinal worms. Other conditions. APPLIED TO […]

  Balm mint is a perennial herb from the mint family. The leaves, which have a mild aroma, are used to make medicine. Balm mint is used alone or as part of various multi-herb combination products. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses The leaves of the Balm Mint contain triterpenic acids, phenols and essential […]

  Atractylodes is a genus in the sunflower family. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses Atractylodes is used for indigestion, stomachache, bloating, fluid retention, diarrhea, loss of appetite, weight loss due to cancer, allergies to dust mites, and joint pain (rheumatism). Atractylodes is used with other herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for […]

  Atomidine is a liquid iodine preparation that was recommended as a therapeutic measure in over 600 “readings” (channelled writings) by Edgar Cayce. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses Atomidine is a commercial product which is sold as an antiseptic for cuts, sores, infections, insect bites, and skin rashes. Benefits Atomidine acts beneficially […]

Avena Sativa (Oats) are thought to have come from Eastern Europe or Western Asia, and they are now cultivated in temperate regions throughout the old and new world. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses Loss of libido in both sexes Impotence Premature ejaculation Anxiety Nervous system tonic Weakness and nervous exhaustion Restless sleep […]

  Baptisia tinctoria is a herbaceous perennial plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to eastern North America. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses Baptisia Tincoria is rarely used alone. Instead it is used in conjunction with other herbs, such as echinacea and thuja in the treatments of colds and flu. The […]

  Bacopa leaf  is a perennial, creeping herb native to the wetlands of southern and Eastern India, Australia, Europe, Africa, Asia, and North and South America Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses Bacopa has been used in traditional Ayurvedic treatment for epilepsy and asthma. It is also used in Ayurveda for ulcers, tumors, ascites, […]

  Angelica sinensis is a plant that grows in cool high altitude mountains in China, Japan, and Korea. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses Widely used in Chinese traditional medicine for women’s health, cardiovascular conditions, osteoarthrosis, inflammation, headache, infections, mild anemia, fatigue and high blood pressure. Benefits This herbal remedy is very often suggested […]

Prunus serotina is a plant. The bark is used to make medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Cough. Colds. Bronchitis. Diarrhea. Other conditions. Benefits Wild cherry is used for colds, whooping cough, bronchitis and other lung problems;diarrhea; gout; digestive disorders; pain; and cancer. It is also used in cough syrups because of […]

Witch hazel is an extract from the leaves and bark of the North American shrub Hamamelis virginiana. It has a long history in various folk medicinal treatments. According to Drugs.com, there are more than 30 traditional uses for witch hazel including hemorrhoids, burns, cancers, tuberculosis, colds and fever. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names […]