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Pleurisy is a plant. The root is used as medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Despite serious safety concerns, pleurisy root is used for coughs, swelling of the lining of the lungs (pleurisy), swelling of the air sacs in the lungs (pneumonitis), swelling of the airways (bronchitis), influenza, and swine flu. […]

Perluxan™ is a proprietary, standardized supercritical extract of hops cones (Humulus lupulus L.) with multiple mechanisms of action based on alpha acids. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Joint pain, muscle pain, headaches, sprains, strains, or any other instance when you would take an over-the-counter pain-relieving drug. Benefits Studies have pitted Perluxan […]

Peg 100 stearate is an emollient and emulsifier. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses PEG 100 Stearate is included in skin care and beauty products for a variety of reasons, ranging from making the skin softer, to helping product formulations better keep their original consistency. As an emollient, PEG 100 Stearate is included […]

Potassium hydroxide is an inorganic compound with the formula KOH, and is commonly called caustic potash. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Potassium Hydroxide is widely used in soft soap products because of its softness and high levels of solubility; soaps comprised of potassium require less water to liquefy, and can therefore […]

Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 is a type of synthetic peptide compound which combines several chains of amino acids to reduce skin inflammation and the accompanying skin damage. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses It is a regenerating peptide, previously known as Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-3 And a key ingredient in Matrixyl 3000. Benefits Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 is a […]

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 is a small peptide which mimics the human body’s own mechanism to produce collagen. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Peptide is a small molecule which holds amino acids, the building block of skin’s proteins, a major component of skin’s matrix. As your skin’s matrix determines how your skin looks […]

   Tapioca syrup is a natural liquid sweetener made from tapioca starch. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses This clear, neutral-flavored syrup adds sweetness to various foods and is used as an alternative to sucrose. This sweetener is extensively used in confectioneries, baking products and beverages for its ability to provide neutral […]

Pomegranate powder is dried and ground pomegranate seeds. Because it is freeze-dried, it is raw, preserving nutrients and enzymes. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses 1. Superfood smoothies. This is a no-brainer… add a spoonful of pomegranate powder to your smoothies before blending. It ups the nutrient content and adds beautiful flavor. My favorite fruit […]

Orange oil is an essential oil produced by cells within the rind of an orange fruit(Citrus sinensis fruit). In contrast to most essential oils, it is extracted as a by-productof orange juice production by centrifugation, producing a cold-pressed oil Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses The essential oil of orange has a […]

Nux vomica is a plant. The seed is used to make medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Despite serious safety concerns, nux vomica is used for diseases of the digestive tract, disorders of the heart and circulatory system, diseases of the eye, and lung disease. It is also used for nerve […]