Category: Ingredients

Contents Uses   Uses Trichosanthes root is the root of the trichosanthes, or Chinese cucumber, which belongs to the curcurbitaceae family. The roots of the plant, which are white and tuberous, are usually dug up in autumn or winter and cleaned before being prepared. After cleaning, the root’s skin is peeled off, and the roots are […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References   Uses Muira puama is a plant. The wood and root are used to make medicine. Muira puama is used for preventing sexual disorders and to increase interest in sexual activity (as an aphrodisiac). It is also used for upset stomach, menstrual disorders, joint pain (rheumatism), and paralysis […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses Mangosteen is a tropical fruit. The fruit, fruit juice, rind, twig, and bark are used as medicine. Mangosteen is used for diarrhea, urinary tract infections (UTIs), gonorrhea, thrush, tuberculosis, menstrual disorders, cancer, osteoarthritis, and an intestinal infection called dysentery. It is also used for stimulating the immune system […]

Glucose tolerance factor chromium, more commonly called chromium GTF, is a mineral that is frequently used in bodybuilding, athletic and weight-loss supplements. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Chromium is a trace element which may work closely with insulin to help facilitate the uptake of glucose into cells. The National Research Council […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Senna is an herb. The leaves and the fruit of the plant are used to make medicine. Senna is an FDA-approved nonprescription laxative. It is used to treat constipation and also to clear the bowel before diagnostic tests such as colonoscopy. Senna is also used for […]

Lactobacillus is a type of bacteria. There are lots of different species of lactobacillus. These are “friendly” bacteria that normally live in our digestive, urinary, and genital systems without causing disease. Lactobacillus is also in some fermented foods like yogurt and in dietary supplements. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Lactobacillus is […]

Bifidobacteria Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Bifidobacteria are a group of bacteria that normally live in the intestines. They can be grown outside the body and then taken by mouth as medicine. Bifidobacteria are used for many conditions affecting the intestines, including preventing diarrhea in infants and children; as well as […]

Today, camphor is chemically manufactured from turpentine oil. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses Camphor used to be made by distilling the bark and wood of the camphor tree. It is used in products such as Vicks VapoRub. Camphor products can be rubbed on the skin (topical application) or inhaled. Be sure to […]

Dietary sources of omega–6 fatty acids include: poultry and eggs. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Omega-6 fatty acids are types of fats. Some types are found in vegetable oils, including corn, evening primrose seed, safflower, and soybean oils. Other types of omega-6 fatty acids are found in black currant seed, borage seed, and […]

Hibiscus is a bushy annual plant. Parts of the flower are used to make a popular drink in Egypt called Karkade. Various parts of the plant are also used to make jams, spices, soups, and sauces. The flowers are used to make medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Hibiscus is a […]