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Yohimbe is the name of an evergreen tree that is found in Zaire, Cameroon, and Gabon. The bark of yohimbe contains a chemical called yohimbine, which is used to make medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names: References Uses Arouse sexual excitement Erectile dysfunction (ED) Sexual problems caused by medications for depression called selective-serotonin reuptake […]

L-arginine is a chemical building block called an amino acid. It is obtained from the diet and is necessary for the body to make proteins. L-arginine is found in red meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products. It can also be made in a laboratory and used as medicine. Contents Uses Beneifits Cautions Interactions Other Names […]

Major Interaction Do not take this combination: Ibuprofen interacts with GINKGO: Ginkgo can slow blood clotting. Ibuprofen can also slow blood clotting. Taking ginkgo with ibuprofen can slow blood clotting too much and increase the chance of bruising and bleeding. Medications that slow blood clotting (Anticoagulant / Antiplatelet drugs) interacts with GINKGO: Ginkgo can slow […]

Tribulus terrestris is a flowering plant native to the warm temperate and tropical regions of Europe, southern Asia, Africa and Australia. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Kidney problems, including kidney stones, and, a kidney disorder called Bright’s disease Painful urination As a “water pill” (diuretic) to increase urination For skin disorders, […]

Adiponectin: A protein hormone produced and secreted exclusively by adipocytes (fat cells) that regulates the metabolism of lipids and glucose. Benefits Adiponectin influences the body’s response to insulin. Adiponectin also has anti-inflammatory effects on the cells lining the walls of blood vessels. High blood levels of adiponectin are associated with a reduced risk of heart […]

EDTA EDTA chelation (see chelate) is a therapy by which repeated administrations, either intravenously (IV) or orally, of a weak synthetic amino acid, EDTA (ethylenediaminetetra acetic acid), gradually reduces atherosclerotic plaque and other mineral deposits throughout the cardiovascular system. It does this by literally dissolving them and returning the arterial system to a smooth, healthy, […]

Pterostilbene is a compound found naturally in blueberries. A chemical similar to resveratrol, pterostilbene is available in dietary supplement form. Preliminary research suggests that pterostilbene may reduce inflammation and offer antioxidant benefits. Contents Uses Benefits References Uses In alternative medicine, pterostilbene is touted for the prevention and treatment of the following health problems: Alzheimer’s disease […]

Sunflower is a source of an extremely healthy vegetable oil that can replace some of the less healthy cooking oils on the market. Sunflower oil is also used in certain cosmetic applications, for reasons which we will explore later in this article. Sunflower oil is a non-volatile oil that can be extracted from sunflowers relatively […]

Magnesium Sulfate (Epsom Salts) Epsom Salts – chemically known as magnesium sulfate – are named after the spring in Surrey, England where the naturally-occurring mineral was discovered in the water. A must have natural remedy for every home, Epsom salts may be used topically or taken internally. Uses Relax Your Body: Epsom salts dissolved in […]