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Reishi mushrooms grow in the coastal areas of China and are cultivated
in Taiwan, Korea, North America, and Japan. It is referred to as the
“herb of spiritual potency”, or hing zhi. They are found on fallen tree
stumps and decomposing logs. There are six varieties of color, but red
mushrooms are used primarily in Asia and North America. Medicinal
benefits come from the fruiting part of the mushroom.
Reishi is used to treat asthma, coughs, weakness and... |
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Ginger has been used for thousands of years in Chinese medicine to
treat problems such as vomiting, abdominal bloating, diarrhea,
coughing, and rheumatism. Tibb and Ayurvedic medicine also uses ginger
to treat inflammatory joint diseases including rheumatism and arthritis.
Proposed Medical Benefits of Ginger
Ginger root is used today to provide relief for symptoms of motion
sickness including sweating, vomiting, dizziness, and nausea. No
conclusive results... |
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Saw palmetto grows in areas of southern Europe, Africa, and in coastal
regions of the American southeast. This small palm tree produces white
flowers in the spring and summer. The tree’s fruit is olive-sized and
forms in clusters. When ripe, the fruit becomes dark blue. The fruit is
used for medicinal purposes after being dried. Plant sterols and fatty
acids are two of the compounds found in the plant.
Saw palmetto is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia... |
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Introduction to Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha has been used as an herbal remedy for hundreds of years. It
has many applications, and has been used by Native Americans and
Africans to treat inflammation, fevers, and to protect against
infection or illness. It has also been used to boost the immune system,
improve memory, and to promote overall wellness.
Ashwagandha is a shrub that flourishes in India and North America. The
roots of the ashwagandha plant have been... |
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Dong Quai is closely related to celery. It is an herb that flowers from
May to August. The blossoms are white with a greenish tint. It
flourishes in wet areas, and is usually found in alpine canyons,
meadows, along river beds, or near the coast. Dong Quai is a very
effective treatment for many maladies. Dong Quai, also called Chinese
Angelica, is usually recommended for use by women. It is a common
remedy in both China and the United States. Chinese herbalists call
Dong Quai... |
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This famous Chinese herb has been used for over 5,000 years. It was worth more than gold to the Qing Dynasty of ancient China.
Ginseng is used in thousands of formulas to provide vivacity and energy. Ginseng is used more than any other herbal remedy.
Ginseng contains nitrogenous compounds, minerals, vitamins, fat-soluble
compounds, and carbohydrate compounds in its stained root. The herb is
costly and not easy to produce and takes six years to reach... |
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Echinacea is a very popular herbal remedy, but its full potential is
not completely known by many in the medical profession. For hundreds of
years, Echinacea was used by numerous cultures to promote better health.
Echinacea, sometimes called coneflower, is a wildflower that flourishes
in meadows or wet valleys in the Midwestern United States. Echinacea is
most famous for its medicinal properties, but it is also common in
gardens since it has striking purple... |
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Licorice was used historically to treat the skin and coughs. It is also
used to treat constipation, bronchitis, inflammation, and arthritis.
Licorice may be prescribed by health care providers to treat
adrenocortical insufficiency, peptic ulcer, and chronic gastritis.
Glycyrrhizin, a glycoside, makes up almost 8% of the licorice plant.
These chemical compounds could have positive effects on the body. Two
enzymes that break down prostaglandin E (PGE) are stopped... |
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