"Alfalfa (Lucerne)","Medicago sativa","blood,teeth,asthma,arthritis,carotene,estrogen","Source of carotene (Vit A), reduces fevers, blood ¤purifier. Has natural fluoride; prevents tooth decay.¤excellant for asthma, arthritis, diabetes, digestion¤weight gaining, strength gaining¤Estrogen replacement¤endometriosis","","","","none","tea: 1oz/1pint hot water","Herb"
"Aloe (Aloe Vera)","Liliacae Family; aloe socotrina","healing sores, colon, acne, blood pressure, skin","Heals sores outside body; burns, sunburn, effects of ¤poisonous plants¤Cleans colon; constipation, laxative¤External: Remedy for piles and hemerrhoids; excellent for ¤acne, skin, wrinkles, arthritis, itching, sunburn, ¤swelling.¤excellent for blood pressure, diabetes, digestion¤chest¤HIV","wide juicy stems","S. Africa, Dutch West Indies","","none","","Herb"
"Astragalus (huang qi)","Astragalus, various species","energizer, circulation, hypertension, weight loss","Increses energy reserves, expecially in legs and arms.¤Keeps body warm in cold.¤immune system, infections, HIV, viral infections¤myasthenia gravis, peripheral vascular disease¤whole body tonic¤age and stress resistance¤weight loss¤asthma, hay fever¤cardiac arrhythmia¤pneumonia","","","also known as Huangqi","none","","Herb"
"Bee pollen","","all; vitamins, amino acids, hormones","has all 22 basic elements for human body (vitamins, amino ¤acids, hormones, etc.).¤healing, diseases, aging, fatigue, acne, sexual, alergies, ¤digestive, throat, prostate, and more.¤blood purifier, circulation, energy, hair, skin, immunity","pollen","bees","more protein per gram than meat, eggs, or cheese","none","","Animal"
"Black Cohosh (Black Snakeroot)","Cimicifuga Racemosa)","menstruation,arthritis,asthma,Menopause,Amenorrhea","Regulate menstrual flow, mentrual cramps.¤Same effects as synthetic estrogen but w/out side effects ¤& no cancer-causing agents.¤Arthritis,Asthma,High Blood Pressure,Bronchitis, ¤Circulation,Convulsions,Cramps,Coughs,Diabetes,¤Diarrhea,Headaches,Hormones,Hot Flashes,Kidney,Liver, ¤Lung, Lumbago, nervous disorder,¤Rheumatism, Thyroid¤Tinnitus","","","","none; dose: 5-6 grains(1-3 for children)","","Herb"
"Blessed Thistle","Cnicus Benedictus","stomach, heart, liver, brain, circulation, HIV","stimulant tonic for stomach and heart.¤Aids circulation.¤Helps resolve liver problems.¤Takes oxygen to brain and strengthens memory.¤circulation¤HIV","","","Also called: Holy Thistle, bitterweed","none","","Herb"
"DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid)","","lungs, cystic fibrosis","reverses cystic fibrosis and mucus accumulation in lungs","","","","","","Other"
"Burdock Leaf & Root (Gobo)","Arctium Lappa","blood, toxins, skin, arthritis, eyes, glands","cleanses glands¤Removes toxins from body.¤liver¤Blood purifier and cleanser, rheumatism, gout, lungs, ¤nasal passages¤Excellent for severe skin problems, acne. Good for ¤advanced arthritis.¤dandruff¤eyes, stomach tonic¤hemorrhoids, sores, psoriasis, stimulates urine¤HIV, PMS-related bloating","has purple tubular flowers","Europe, Asia, N. America","dissolve herb in alcohol for use","none","","Herb"
"Cascara Sagrada (Dogwood)","Rhamnus Purshianus","bowels, constipation, hemorrhoids, gall stones","Excellent remedy for chronic constipation.¤Stimulate secretions of entire digestive system.¤Remedy for gallstones. liver, gout, piles, gas¤Valuable when hemorrhoids associated with poor bowel ¤movement.¤cathartic, cholalogue, anti-bacterial/biotic¤purgative¤insomnia","bark from a small tree","","","Avoid during Pregnancy","","Herb"
"Cayenne (Capsicum, red pepper)","Capsicum, various species","blood pressure, circulatory system, arteries, pain","Normalize blood pressure¤Improve entire circulatory system,diabetes¤Feed cell structure of arteries,veins,capillaries to ¤regain elasticity.¤Best Stimulant;starts healing & cleansing.¤Stop bleeding on contact¤asthma,digestion,ulcer¤disease F/ exposure, colds¤backache¤anti-inflamatory, bunions¤dry mouth¤fever, pain, headache¤weight loss¤externally: arthritis,pain,skin,herpes,psoriasis,shingles, ¤Raynaud's Disease (mix w/ vegetable oil and rub)","","","very important herb; a spice","none","5-20 grains in water","Herb"
"Chickweed","Stellaria Media","anti-toxin, removes plague, Vit C, healing","Rich in vitamin C and minerals (calcium, magnesium, ¤potassium)¤Carries toxins from body.¤Dissolves plaque in blood; circulation.¤Heal & soothe anything it comes in contact with.¤Impotence, boils, skin¤constipation¤eye¤weight loss","","","can be used in salads","none","","Herb"
"Coltsfoot Herb & Flower","Tussilago Farfara","mucus membranes, lungs, phlegm","Soothes mucus membranes.¤Improves lung troubles.¤Relieves chest of phlegm.¤Useful for asthma, bronchitis, spasmodic coughs.¤","","","","more than 3 tsp/day could damage liver","","Herb"
"Cornsilk","Zea Mays","prostate gland, Kidney, bladder, swelling","Used for trouble with prostate gland.¤Remedy for kidney & bladder¤diuretic¤swelling (2oz dried, twice/day)","stringy silk part of corn cob","","","none","","Herb"
"Cranberry","Vaccinium Macrocarpon","Kidney, Bladder, urinary","Keeps kidneys clean; good vs kidney infection.¤Overnight relief vs urination.¤maintain pH balance in urinary tract¤vision¤candida yeast infections¤slows breast cancer","","","has Vitamins C, E","none","","Herb"
"Damiana","Turnera Aphrodisiaca or Turnera Diffusa","Sexual impotence, fertility, aphrodisiac, nerves","sexual impotency and fertility, both male and female.¤Strengthens reproductive organs.¤Helps with menopause, hot flashes¤Intestines, kidney (increased urine flow)¤tonic for nervous system, headaches, mild paralysis","leaf of small shrub/tree","southwest U.S.","","none","1tsp ground leaf to 1 cup water; 1tbl 2Xs/day","Herb"
"Dandelion","Taraxacum Officinale","liver, blood, skin, diuretic, kidney, organs","Detoxify poisons in liver; bowel, fluid accumulation¤pneumonia, upper respiratory¤Lowers blood pressure, tuberculosis of lymphatic gland, ¤swelling¤diabetes¤skin diseases, scurvy, bones, osteoporosis¤heart, kidney, spleen, stomach, pancreas¤moderate purgative, diuretic¤female organs¤eaten green (in salad): purify blood & destroy acids in ¤blood, releaves anemic conditions¤memory¤tonsillitus(simmer 1oz root in 2-3 cups water)¤external: warts, acne, age spots","dried root & roots of herb","","roots can be baked/dried and ground into coffee","none","","Herb"
"Dong Quai (Chinese Angelica)","Angelica Sinensis","menopause; Vitamins B-12, E, blood, nerves, PMS","decrease discomfort of menopause and post-menopause.¤Rich in vitamins B-12, E¤menstrual, PMS, menstrual cramps¤Atherosclerosis, arteriosclerosis, amenorrhea¤cholesterol, high blood pressure, vascular, anemia,¤analgesic, anti-inflamatory, anti-spasmodic¤convalescence, debility, sedativem uterine¤dysmenorrhea, edema, immune system, inflamation, liver¤vitality¤female sexual & tonic¤sciatica (use as tea or tincture), shingles","root","","has vitamins B-12, E","Avoid during Pregnancy","","Herb"
"Yeast, Brewer's","","source B vitamins","has B vitamins¤also large amounts of other vitamins, minerals, and amino ¤acids","","anywhere","used in baking","none","","Other"
"Fennel Seed","Foeniculum Vulgare","gas, stomach, obesity, liver, eyes, aphrodisiac","Remedy vs gas, acid stomach, gout, cramp, spasms, ¤heartburn.¤Excellent obesity fighter.¤eyes, Good eyewash.¤Liver cleaner.¤asthma¤promotes breast milk production (don't use as oil, can ¤cause miscarriage)¤female aphodisiac","","","also called: foeniculum vulgare, sweet fennel","more than 1 tsp of the oil can be toxic","","Herb"
"Green Barley","Hordeum Distichon","nutrition, antioxidant, diabetes","Extremely nutritious.¤Excellent antioxidant.¤Twice fiber of Oat Bran, 12 times more chlorophyll.¤Can help anything in body that needs help.¤diabetes, bladder, chest¤energy, immunity","","","","none","","Herb"
"Hawthorn","Crataegus, various species","heart, insomnia, gums, blood, allergies, stress","Strengthen & regulate heart, heart defects/diseases¤Good for vs stress.¤Treats high and low blood pressure.¤Reliefes insomnia¤circulation, vascular problems, angina, arteriosclerosis, ¤cholesterol; insomnia¤diarrhea, digestion, dyspepsia¤hypertension¤allergies","fruit of a shrub","England","","none; large dose may produce dizziness","3-15 grains, 3-4Xs/day","Herb"
"Hops Flower","Humulus Lupulus","Insomnia, vs alcohol, liver, nerves, lactation","Good vs insomnia.¤Produce sleep when nothing else will.¤Decrease desire for alcohol.¤Will tone liver, bowel inflamation¤climacteric disorders, lactation¤anaphrodesiac, nerves¤anxiety, appetite loss, diuretic, digestion, inflamation","","","","none","","Herb"
"Horsetail (Shavegrass)","Equisetum Arvense","minerals, fingernails, hair, bones, glands, kidney","Strong fingernails and hair; good vs split ends.¤Fractured bones heal faster, ligaments, cartilage.¤osteoporosis¤Good for eyes, ears, nose, throat, and glandular orders¤atheroscerosis, anemia, arterioscerosis¤diuretic, ulcers, urinary stones, kidney¤immune system, lungs, prostate, skin","","","rich in minerals, especially silica","none","","Herb"
"Ho Shou Wu","","liver, kidney, energy booster, hair","Excellent rejuvenator.¤Strengthens liver and kidneys, bladder¤rapid energy booster¤eyes, hair, nerves","","","","none","","Herb"
"Kava Kava Root","Piper Methysticum","sleep, nervousness, sedative, headache, pain","Induce sleep, help calm nervousness¤headaches¤relaxation¤pain relief","","","usefull as a tea","","","Herb"
"Kelp","Laminaria, various species","iodine, infection, hair, nails, diuretic, vitamins","High content of natural plant iodine for propper function ¤of thyroid; fights infection.¤Has high levels of calcium, potassium, magnesium, vitamins¤Excellent for (falling) hair & nails¤skin (wrinkles, sagging)¤acne, arthritis, bones, diabetes, heart, cleanses arteries¤reproductive organs, prostate¤indigestion, colon cleanser, anemia, brain","seaweed","sea coasts","","none","10 grains. Tea: 1oz kelp/1 pint hot water","Herb"
"Lecithin","","cholesterol, nervous system, kidney","Breaks up cholesterol, allowing it to pass thru arterial ¤walls, preventing arteriosclerosis.¤Promotes healthy nervous system.¤Cleanse and purify kidneys.","","","high in phosphorus; 2 B-factors, choline, inositol","none","","Amino Acid"
"Licorice Root","Glycyrrhiza Glabra","laxative,heart,circulatory,throat,allergy,cankers","Mild laxative¤Strengthen heart & circulatory system¤Put vitality into body¤sore throat,Throat & injured throat muscles;arthritis¤infections,Pneumonia,TB¤teeth¤blood sugar,bronchitis,cirrhosis,hypoglycemia,asthma¤adrenal stim,imetigo¤antibacterial/fungal/viral,constipation,cough¤digestion,protect liver,skin,stomach,kidney,heartburn¤psoriasis,shingles¤female tonic,menopause¤baldness¤anti-inflamatory,ulcer¤antidepressant¤gout¤HIV,prostate¤Quit smoking","","","may be used as non-sugar sweatener","excessive use: headaches, lethargy","","Herb"
"Milk Thistle Herb","Silybum Marianum","liver,PMS,detox,blood,veins,menstrual,psoriasis","***Excellent liver detoxifier, purififies liver from ¤alcohol and other pollutants.¤spleen, Protects from hardening of liver.¤blood detox., cholesterol, cholalogue¤chest, kidney, gall bladder, hepatitis, hepatoprotective, ¤stomach, gall stones¤jaundice, laxative, uterine¤menstrual, psoriasis, varicose veins¤spondylosis-induced lower back pain¤skin, psoriasis","","","Silymarin is a milk thistle extraxt","none","","Herb"
"Myrrh Gum","Commiphora, various species","colon, digestive, bad breath, sinus, teeth, gums","Cleans colon; brings order to digestive system.¤Removes bad breath.¤Good vs sinus problems.¤teeth, gum infections, sore throat¤asthma¤broad specxtrum antibacterial, antiviral, antiseptic¤canker sore","","","","none","","Herb"
"Nettle Leaf","Urtica Dioica","kidney,weight loss,fever/cold,dandruff,hair,blood","Excellent remedy for kidney problems.¤In combo with seawrack brings weight loss¤In tea is good vs fevers & colds.¤Remedy for dandruff.¤Enhance natural color of hair.¤prostate, blood sugar, allergies, rhinitis, anemia, ¤arthritis, diuretic, gout, inflamation, lactation, ¤lumbago, menstrual,sciatica, sinus, styptic, tendonitis¤wound heal/cleanser","","","","none","","Herb"
"Passion Flower (Maypops)","Passiflora Incarnata","sedative, blood pressure, alcoholism, nerves","Mild sedative, relieves tensions.¤insomnia, hysteria¤Calms nerves, high blood pressure.¤fevers¤Deterrent for alcoholism¤analgesic, anti-convulsant/spasm¤asthma, hemorrhoids, inflamation¤pain in nerves, headaches¤menopause¤alertness, parturition¤eyes, skin¤Parkinson's Disease","vine;dried flower,fruiting top","","","none","10-20 drops fluid extract, or 3 grains 2Xs/day","Herb"
"Psyllium Seed","Plantago Ovata","colon, intestines, weight loss","One of best colon cleanser.¤Lubricant to intestinal tract.¤Removes putrefactive toxins from intestines.¤constipation, diarrhea, digestion, diverticulitis, bowels¤hemorrhoids (take w/ enough fluids)¤weight loss","seed of the Plantain plant","","","none","","Herb"
"Red Clover","Trifolium Pratense","blood,skin,acne,entire system,eyes,menopause","Body's entire system benefits.¤Purifies blood.¤Cures acne and other skin problems.¤eyes¤menopause, raises estrogen levels¤menstrual cramps¤Tobacco substitute for smoking","","","","none","","Herb"
"Sarsaparilla Root","Smilax, various species","Rheumatism,gout,diuretic,hormones,hair,poison,eye","Remedy for Rheumatism & gout, ringworm, blood purifier¤Diuretic, colds, fever, makes persperation when taken hot¤Balances female and male hormones.¤Acts as male hormone, testosterone.¤aphrodisiac¤Scrofula, skin¤Hair growth hormone, acne, skin¤arthritis, ain (head, joints)¤strong poion antidote¤eyewash, gas","root of evergreen shrub","","","none; root may be mixed w/ food","1oz root boiled in 1 pint hot water once/2hr","Herb"
"Saw Palmetto Berry","Serenoa Repens, Seronoa Serrulata, Sabal Serrulata","prostate,sexual,nutrition,mentrual,mammary,glands","excellent for Prostate health¤bronchitis,catarrhal condition,tuberculosis¤high cholesterol¤anti-inflamatory¤appetite loss¤asthma,colds,digestion,enuresis,expectorant¤menstrual,ovarian,obesity,nycturia,spastic colon¤sterility,testical atrophy¤thyroid deficiency¤weight loss,muscle strength¤female aphrodisiac¤increase function & size of mammary glands¤testes function¤baldness","berries of plant","SE USA","","none","1tsp 3Xs/day. Tea:1oz berries in 1/2pint hot water","Herb"
"Seawrack (Bladderwrack)","Fucus Vesiculosus","obesity, glandular","One of best to combat obesity.¤Effects on glandular afflictions","","","It's a form of seaweed","none","","Herb"
"Slippery Elm (american elm)","Ulmus Fulva, Ulmus Rubra","colon,bowel,kidney,digestive,lung,eye pain,food","throat,coughs¤normalize bowel movement (diarrehea,constipation).¤Hemorroids, skin¤cleanse colon; digestion.¤Kidney,stomach,bowels,enema,vaginal douche (inflamed ¤vagina)¤Food(ground into cereal w/ milk)- weakness, bleeding ¤lungs,bronchitis,tuberculosis;baby food¤Lung pains.¤Eases eye pain¤Adds healing of irritated & inflamed tissues, emollient","bark of tree","","poultice maybe used on burns, boils, ulcers,wounds","none","","Herb"
"Spikenard","","skin, cough, chest, colds","good vs skin ailments: acne, pimples, blackheads, rashes, ¤general skin problems.¤used vs coughs, colds, chest afflictions","","","","none","","Herb"
"St. John's Wort","Hypericum Perforatum","blood,tumors,boils,menstruation,uterine,wounds","Blood purifies.¤Good vs tumors and boils.¤Good vs chronic uterine problems.¤Help correct irregular menstruation.¤flu, asthma, burns, bruises, depression¤Antidepressant, hyperthyroidism¤Parkinson's, HIV¤Externally: bruises, burns, cuts, wounds,herpes,scabies¤As external oil speeds healing of labor scars","","","","it's an MAO inhibitor; avoid if pregnant","","Herb"
"Thyme","Thymus Vulgaris","mucus, infection, migraines, chest, lungs, sties","Removes mucus from head, lungs, respiratory passages.¤Fights infection.¤Relieves migraines (as a tea).¤Amenorrhea, body odor¤Sties (apply direct)","","","","none","","Herb"
"Valerian Root","Valeriana Officinalis","nervous system,circulatory,sedative,asthma,acne","Healing effect on nervous system.¤Quieting and calming. Head.¤Good vs entire circulatory system.¤Mild sedative; may promote sleep if taken as a tea¤Acne, childhood diseases, digestive, nervous, pain, ulcers¤arthritis¤Arrhythmias, palpitations, heart¤lowers blood pressure, increased blood flow to heart¤Muscle spasms in bowels","","","may be used in a tea; smells pretty foul","none","","Herb"
"Verain","","fevers, colds, phlegm, worms, wheezing","Remedy vs fevers.¤Clear cold overnight.¤Expells phlegm from throat & chest.¤Expell worms when all else fails.¤Excellent for shortness of breath and wheezing","","","","some in excessive quantities.","","Herb"
"Wild Yam Root","Dioscorea Villosa","relaxing, gas, nerves, liver","Relaxing and soothing to nerves.¤Expel gas from stomach and bowels¤liver¤rheumatism¤As a salve: breast enlargement, vaginal dryness¤diverticulitis","","","","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Yellow Dock Root(Bitter Dock)","Rumex Crispus","blood, skin, bones, vaginitis","Blood purifier.¤Good to all skin problems¤Helps tone entire system; energy.¤bones¤liver¤vaginitis","","","Also called: Curly Dock","none","","Herb"
"Yohimbe","Pausinystalia Yohimbre","potent aphrodisiac, circulation, dry mouth","natural aphrodisiac for men and women; erection problems¤circulation¤dry mouth","","","","anxiety, high blood pressure, heart rate","","Herb"
"Yucca Root","","joints, hair/scalp, glands, liver","Reduces inflammation of joints; helpful vs arthritis and ¤rheumatism.¤Excellent hair and scalp treatment.¤glands, liver","","","","none","","Herb"
"Sheep Sorel","","kidney","Remedy vs kidney trouble.¤Expels gravel from kidney.","","","","none","","Herb"
"Walnut (Black, White)","Juglans, various species","parasites, worms, boils, skin, venereal, glands","lowers cholesterol¤weight loss¤hypothyroidism, glandular disorders¤Black Walnut: Boils, cold sores, skin rash, teeth¤Diarrhea, Ecaema, parasites, ringworm, worms.¤Venereal disease¤¤White Walnut: liver¤Walnut husk (external): anti-fungal¤Mites (simmer in water until 1/2 evaporated and use liquid)¤¤Walnut Leaves (make as a tea and apply): mild skin ¤inflammations","","","","none","","Herb"
"Chinese Health Factor","","long life","long life","","","","no use w/weak spleen,diarrhea,pregnancy","","Herb"
"Tropical Whiteweed","Ageratum Conyzoides","abdomen, eyes, uterus","abdomen and associated organs¤eyes¤Uterus/womb","","","","","","Herb"
"Amaranth (Slender)","Amaranthus, various species","abdomen, astringent, bleeding, menstrual, gargle","Abdomen and associated organs (intestines, liver, spleen, ¤etc.).¤ astringent, reduces excessive bleeding during menstrual ¤period, from diarrhea, and from bowels (drink or enema).¤ wash for ulcers, sores, hives; gargle for throat and ¤mouth","","","also called: Amaranthus Viridis","","","Herb"
"Asarum Canadense","Asarum Canadense","abdomen, eyes","abdomen and associated organs.¤eyes¤¤also called: black snakeweed, canada snakeroot, canadian ¤wild ginger, coltsfoot snakeroot, false coltsfoot, heart ¤snakeroot, indian ginger, southern snakeroot, vermont ¤snakeroot, wild ginger","","","","","","Herb"
"Pigeon-Pea","Cajanus Cajan","abdomen and organs","abdomen and associated organs¤","","","","","","Herb"
"Brahmi","","concentration, memory, anxiety","improves memory in anxiety-prone people.¤reduces stress","","India","takes at least 2 weeks for effects to be felt","","","Herb"
"Adoxynol","","antioxidant, 50X's more potent than Vitamin E","atherosclerosis, week veins (including edema, varicose ¤veins,...), arthritis¤skin: Anti UV. anti allergy¤heart, vision, stress ulcers¤abnormal growths¤¤brand name: Oxyspectro by Gero Vita Laboratories","Anneda Pine tree: bark/needles","Quebec","active ingredient of Proanthocyanidin","none","","Herb"
"Vinegar, Apple Cidar","","general cure all, anti-oxidant, antiseptic","digestion, cholesterol, ear, hair, cramps, osteoporosis¤rashes, insect bites, high blood pressure, circulation, ¤colds, burns, cataracts, nausea, skin, sunburn, health¤anti-oxidant¤Externally: deodorant, antiseptic, dandruff, vaginitis","liquid","apples","drunk, or externally applied, as appropriate","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Sage (Red Sage, Garden Sage)","Salvia Officinalis","throat, antioxidant, hair, Alzheimer's","throat (gargle, laryngitis, tonsils, mouth ulcers, ¤cankers, etc.)¤bad breath, canker sores¤yeast infections¤astringent, wrinkles¤circulation, digestion¤hair¤Alzheimer's¤anti-inflamatory¤Rubbed against teeth/gums: gingivitis¤Prairie Meadow Sage: eyes¤¤dose: 1/2 pint hot malt vinegar on 1oz leaves, then 1/2 ¤pint cold water for solution; internal dose: 1/2 cup ¤2Xs/day.","","anywhere","herb used in cooking","high dosage: possible convulsions","","Herb"
"Zinc Arginate","","prostate","reduces prostate enlargement¤works with pyridoxine for full benefit¤","brand name: Prostata","distr: Life Force products","","","","Mineral"
"Magnesium","","nerves, muscles, bones, heart","protects arterial lining from sudden stress¤nerves, heart¤muscles¤helps calcium with bones so that calcium won't damage ¤bones.¤prevents respiratory diseases, bronchitis¤Prevents headaches in those prone (600 milligrams/day)","","nuts, grains, green vegy, soy","","none","","Mineral"
"Potassium","","muscles, nerves, heart, blood","mineral balance of blood, stable blood pressure, heart¤works w/ sodium for water balance¤muscles, nerves","","vegy, grain, potatoes, banana","","none","","Mineral"
"Selenium","","antioxidant, cancer, heart, growth","antioxidant, body growth, fertility¤vision¤reduces colon, lung, and prostate cancer¤heart functioning¤","","bran, broccoli, tuna, tomatoes","also in high-selenium yeast","none","","Mineral"
"Zinc","","healing, new cells, digestion, prostate, pregnancy","healing, new cells¤digestion, metabolism¤Reproductive organs; reduces chance of low-birth-weight ¤babies during pregnancy.¤normal functioning of prostate gland¤vision, night vision¤cataracts¤colds, coughs, headaches, nasal congestion","","yeast, beans, nuts, seeds","Zinc deficiency may contribute to body odor","","","Mineral"
"Vitamin A","","anti-oxidant, cell growth, eye-sight, malaria","cell growth¤healthy skin, bones and teeth, good blood¤kidneys, bladder, membranes¤eyesight¤Malaria prevention in children","","fish liver oils, carrot, veggy","fat soluable","","","Vitamin"
"Beta Carotene","","antioxidant, HIV","source of vitamin A¤antioxidant¤HIV","","dark green leafy veggy","","","","Vitamin"
"B-12 (Cyanocobalamin)","","blood, growth, nervous, brain, digestion","Powerful blood building factor¤new cell growth¤nervous system including brain¤digestion and food absorption¤destroy non-beneficial enzyme homocysteine","","liver,kidney, fish, dairy,egg","","","","Vitamin"
"B-Complex","","energy, nervous, hair, skin, eyes, muscle","all B-Vitamins put together; coenzymes involved in energy ¤production, nervous system, hair, skin, eyes, liver, mouth ¤& gastrointestinal tract, muscle tone","","yeast, liver, whole grain","","","","Vitamin"
"Biotin","","metabolism,amino acids,RNA,DNA,sweat glands,hair","involved in metabolism of fats & energy production¤synthesizes Amino and fatty acids, forms RNA & DNA¤healthy sweat glands¤nerve tissue, skin, hair, bone marrow","","yeast, liver,kidney,rice,soy","also called vitamin H","","","Vitamin"
"Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)","","collagen, antioxidant, healing, blood, stress","collagen formation¤antioxidant¤red blood cell production¤fights bacterial infections¤physical stress; lowers stress when in large doses ¤(~several grams/day)¤anti-histamine, allergy, asthma, bronchitis¤osteoarthritis¤colds and flu¤glaucoma¤HIV¤male infertility","","fruits, berries,rose hips","","","","Vitamin"
"E (Tocopherol)","","antioxidant, blood","antioxidant¤clotting, healing¤prolongs life of red blood cells","","veggy oil, wheat germ, liver","","","","Vitamin"
"K Vitamins","","blood clotting, liver","formation of prothrombin which is required in blood ¤clotting¤liver functioning¤calcium absorption","","kelp, alfalfa, yogurt,fish oil","","","","Vitamin"
"P (Bioflavonoid,Rutin)","","vitamin C absorption, builds resistance","part of the C-Complex¤function and absorption of vitamin C¤builds resistence to colds/flu","","buckwheat, fruits","","","","Vitamin"
"Papain","","reduces inflamation and tumors, gastric","reduces inflamation, stimulates Tumor Necrosis Factor ¤(TNF) which destroys growths¤destroys bacteria associated with stomach disorders like ¤gastritis & ulcers","","papaya","","none","","Enzyme"
"Bromelain","","swelling,joints burns,skin,fat,metabolism,wt. loss","Flushes fat from body, rids excess fluids¤Stimulates metabolism¤Reduce swelling & inflamation of joints¤burns, thrombosis, cellulitis and skin infections¤healing of bruises, abrasions, & contusions¤Reduces blood clotting & blood pressure¤varicose veins¤bronchitis, sinus problems","","Pineapple stem","","none","","Enzyme"
"Trypsin","","healing, blood, immune system","inujury healing¤assists immune system¤reduces blood stickiness from phlebitis, emboli, & ¤thromboses¤dissolve fibrin covering of growth cells","","Ox pancreas","","none","","Enzyme"
"Lipase","","pancreas, digestion","improves function of pancreas¤improves digestion","","Aspergillus","","none","","Enzyme"
"Chymotrypsin","","growths, blood stickiness","helps immune system identify growths¤dissolve the fibrin covering growths¤reduces blood stickiness that helps growths spread","","Animal organs","","none","","Enzyme"
"Rutin","","antioxidant, anti-viral/bacterial, veins","free radical scavenger¤destroys some viruses and numerous bacteria¤repairs varicose veins and capillaries","","several plants","","none","","Enzyme"
"Amylase","","digestion, nutrient absorption","works w/ other enzymes to digest food, improves absorption ¤of nutrients from food","","Aspergillus","","none","","Enzyme"
"Turmeric","Curcuma Longa","arthritis, anti-inflamatory, liver, antioxidant","arthritis relief, gout, pain, headache, swelling¤Amenorrhea, diabetes¤prevents cataracts, stroke¤source vitamins E & C¤anti-inflammatory, bursitis, tendinitis¤carpal tunnel syndrome¤gallstones, liver, hepatitis, ulcers, worms¤Externally as an oil: athlete's foot, fungus, bunions, ¤lice, scabies","a spice plant","India, SE Asia","used in curries","none","","Herb"
"Rosemary","Rosmarinus Officinalis","heart,tumors,stomach,baldness,nerves,memory,pain","antioxidant¤deters tumors¤heart problems¤energy, depression¤colds, flu¤nerve sedative, headaches, memory, Alzheimer's¤stomach, lungs¤increases persperation (diaphoretic)¤arthritis¤wrinkles¤Prevents baldness (1 pint hot water on 1oz herb, mix with ¤Borax; 1 tbl Borax to 1 cup solution)¤pain (as external bath)¤external (oil aroma): depression, fainting","plant","plant","culinary herb","none","","Herb"
"Spirulina","","blood, antioxidant","detoxifies blood¤stimulates production of body's most powerful antioxidant ¤(superoxide dismutase)","","","","none","","Herb"
"Tomato","Lycopersicon Lycopersicum","tumor, prostrate, asthma, blood pressure","deters tumor and prostate disease¤asthma¤high blood pressure","plant","plant","a source of vitamin C","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Sulforaphanr","","anti-tumor","tumor deterent","extract from plants","broccoli, kale, radish","","none","","Other"
"Isothiocyanate","","lung","lung and other tumor deterent","extract from plant","cabbage","","none","","Other"
"Germanium, Organic","","antioxidant, immune system, oxygen catalyst,cancer","boosts immune system¤wards off cancer¤antioxidant, anti-aging¤energizes cells, raises energy.","organic compound of germanium","germanium sesquioxide","","none","","Mineral"
"Olive Oil, Virgin","","cholesterol,anti-oxidant,gall bladder,skin,bowels","lowers bad cholesterol, maintains good cholesterol¤anti-oxidant¤helps gall bladder secret bile to digest oils; removes ¤stony deposites in bile¤constipation, laxative for children¤worms¤salve for bruises, scalds, skin conditions, rheumatism, ¤applied to gums of teething children¤wrinkles¤By absorbing keeps bowels regular¤heart disease¤olive leaf tea: gout, diuretic","","","","","1tsp - 1tbl","Other"
"RRR-a-tocopheryl","","anti-oxidant","fat-soluble powerful anti-oxidant","essential nutrient","food","not present in low-fat foods","none","","Vitamin"
"DHEA","","mass, stress, immunity, heart, cancer, memory","improves mood¤increase energy & libido¤sounteracts stress¤builds lean muscle mass¤increases immune system¤prevents cancer & heart disease¤boost memory","available in capsule form","","","25mg/day recommended max dosage","","Other"
"L-Glutamine","","brain, memory","improves circulation to brain¤improves brain, intelligence, thinking ability","","","","none","","Amino Acid"
"DMAE","","brain, heart, lung, digestion, memory, cell damage","helps produce choline, a precursor to one of brain's ¤neurotransmitters which controls memory, heart, muscles, ¤lungs, digestion.¤depression, insomnia, fatigue¤increase life span¤circulation, blood vessels","","B vitamin derivative","","none","","Vitamin"
"Testosterone","","muscle mass, cholesterol, energy, libido, women","maintains muscles¤reduces total cholesterol (including good cholesterol)¤increase energy & libido¤increases women's sex drive","","","","block sperm production, prostate tumors","","Other"
"Water","","back pain, toxin","drinking lots of water fluhes build-up of toxic acids from ¤body, decreasing pain in back muscles","water","everywhere","","none","","Other"
"Cobalt","","red blood cells, growth, appetite","production of red blood sells¤normal growth and appetite","","","","","","Mineral"
"Fluorine","","teeth","decrease incidence of dental cavities","","","","","","Mineral"
"Iodine","","thyroid, energy","propper function of thyroid gland, growth¤energy, metabolism","","","","","","Mineral"
"Niacin","","growth, nervous system, digestive, metabolism","growth¤nervous system functioning¤skin, tongue¤digestive¤metabolism","","","","","","Vitamin"
"Agrimony","Agrimonia Eupatoria","digestion, kidney/bladder, astringent, diuretic","excellant for digestion, stomach, liver, bowels¤stones & gravel removal from kidney, bladder¤ Has an astringent effect, contracting & hardening tissue.¤Tones muscles¤Diuretic, diarrhea¤Gargle for mouth, throat.¤topically: snake bites, stings, drawing out small foreign ¤objects.¤Diarrhea","yellow flowers on a long spike","","","","","Herb"
"Allspice","Pimenta Officinalis","digestion, diarrhea","good for digestion¤gas, indigestion, diarrhea","a spice","","used in cooking","none","","Herb"
"Angelica (European)","Angelica Archangelica","gas, lungs, liver/spleen, eyes/ears, sores, gout","reduce gas in intestines, increase urine production (from ¤effect on kidneys).¤promotes persperation¤excellent for heart, lungs, coughs, shortness of breath.¤heart burn¤opens tiny passages of liver, spleen.¤relieve dim vision and hearing by placing drops into eyes ¤& ears¤psoriasis¤relieves toothache¤sores¤gout(apply directly to area)¤angina¤indigestion, stomach cramps,appetite","member of carrot family","","","","","Herb"
"Anise (Sandwort)","Pimpinella Anisum","gas, stimulant, asthma, breathing, aphrodisiac","very good for gas, check pain in bowels due to ¤over-distention by gas.¤inhaling, or absorbing into body, the oil has stimulating ¤effect.¤erection problems¤stimulates vital organs¤asthma¤bad breath¤promotes lactation¤expectorant, antiviral¤effects similar to estrogen, female sex drive","a spice","","used as a spice","none","1oz powder to 1 pint water","Herb"
"Barberry","Berberis Vulgaris","liver, skin, arthritis, digestion, pain","good for arthritis, digestion, stomach, skin¤very good for liver, spleen¤typhoid fever, diarrhea, indegestion¤pain,soreness, burning along bileducts, urinary tracts¤bronchial secretions, tuberculosis¤syphilis, antiseptic¤Ventricular Arrhythmia¤Avoid during Pregnancy","bark, berry, rootbark of shrub","","taken as a drink","large doses= diarrhea w/ stomache pain","","Herb"
"Bay Leaf","Laurus Nobilis","digestion, varicose veins, diabetes, headache","very good for digestion¤excellent for varicose veins¤diabetes¤headache, migraine¤tooth decay","","","","","","Herb"
"Bergamont","Citrus Bergamotia","nerves","excellant for nerves","","","","","","Herb"
"Blueberry","Vaccinium, various species","eyes, bladder, intestine, Multiple Sclerosis","excellent for eyes¤source flavanoids, antioxidants.¤bladder infections, diuretic, diarrhea¤Alpine Blueberry: intestine¤MS¤blood clots¤ulcers","","","","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Blue Cohosh","Caulophyllum Thalictroides","bites/stings, menstrual, labor","bites/stings¤menstrual¤Amenorrhea¤Induces labor (discuss w/ doctor for advice)","","","","too much during labor could loose baby","","Herb"
"Blue Violet","Viola, various species","headache, sinus, varicose veins","excellent for headache, sinus, lungs¤varicose veins¤viral infections","","","","none","","Herb"
"Boldo Leaf","Peumus Boldus","digestion, gall bladder, liver,diuretic,antiseptic","excellent for liver & gall bladder, urinary tract¤diuretic¤antiseptic¤digestion","leaf of her","","","","","Herb"
"Boneset","Eupatorium Perfoliatum","colds/flu, persperation, skin, fever","produce persperation (diaphoretic)¤excellent for colds and flu, chest, fever, influenza, ¤coughs¤tonic (strengthens tissue)¤Skin diseases (external salve)","","","taken hot for persperation, cold for tonic","","","Herb"
"Borage (Burrage)","Borago Officinalis","lungs, diuretic, skin, Raynaud's","very good for lungs, fever¤diuretic, kidney¤External: skin/mucous softener, Raynaud's Disease","leaves of herb","","","none","","Herb"
"Buchu Leaf","Rutaceae","urinary,kidney, bladder, water retention, prostate","excellent for kidney, bladder, water retention, urinary ¤stones¤increases urine flow¤bronchitis, indigestions, skin, rheumatism, dropsy¤early stage diabetes¤chronic diseases of genito-urinary mucous membrane ¤(prostatis, etc.).¤vaginal discharge","low shrub","S. Africa","","vomiting, difficult urination","10-20 drops tincture w/ 1 glass water","Herb"
"Buckthorn Bark","Rhamnus Catharticus","constipation","excellent for constipation","","","","","","Herb"
"Butternut Bark","","colds/flu, constipation, liver","very good for colds/flu¤constipation¤liver","","","","","","Herb"
"Calamus Root","","digestion, liver","excellent for digestion, liver","","","","","","Herb"
"Catnip","Nepeta Cataria","gas, colds, fever, nerves, refrigerant, sedative","stomach, intestinal gas, abdominal pain (2 tbl (2-3 tsp ¤for children) in 1 pint water internally, or as external ¤enema for large intestine)¤Produces perseration for colds.¤tissue tonic, refrigerant (relieve thirst, fever)¤soothing nerves, mild sedative¤Externally: Possible insect repellant (proven vs ¤cockroaches)","","","","","","Herb"
"Celery","Apium Graveolens","colon, kidney/bladder, arthritis, nerves, blood","excellent for colon¤good for kidney/bladder, arthritis, nerves, rheumatism¤flatulence¤aphrodisiac¤possibly liver, swellings in body cavities¤Cardiac arrhythmia, high blood pressure, high cholesterol","leaf and seed","","","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Chervil","","blood pressure, water retention","very good for blood pressure¤water retention","","","","Avoid during Pregnancy","","Herb"
"chicory","Cichorium Intybus","digestion, kidney, bladder, liver, lungs","very good for digestion, kidney, bladder, liver (can ¤detoxify acetaminophen liver poisoning)¤lungs¤slows rapid heartbeat, mild heart-stimulating effect (like ¤digitalis but safe)","","","also caled: False Boneset","none","","Herb"
"Cinnamon","Cinnamomum, Zeylanicum","digestion,diarrhea,nausea,bites/stings,anti-fungal","excellent for bites/stings¤very good for digestion, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, ¤stomach¤intestinal gas¤astingent, reduce tissue discharge, stimulate body organs¤anti-fungal¤erection problems¤Chinese Cinnamon: chest","tree bark","","a spice","none","","Herb"
"Cleavers","Galium Rubiaceae","kidney/bladder, skin, blood, wounds, ear","inflamation of kidney/bladder¤produces persperation to help fevers¤mild laxative¤Stops wound bleeding, liver, cleanses blood¤Skin, makes excellent wash to clear face's complexion, ¤cools skin¤Juice stops bleeding (apply directly), powdered root ¤speeds healing, open ulcers¤juice in ear stops earache¤as a tea dissolves bladder stones","hardy vines","England","","","1oz of herb to 1 pint hot water","Herb"
"Colombo Root","","blood pressure, colon","excellent for blood pressure, colon","","","","","","Herb"
"Coriander (Cilantro)","Coriandrum Sativum","digestion, heart, odor/breath","excellent for heart, digestion¤bad breath¤body odor (powder and rub into underarms)","","","used as a spice","none","","Herb"
"Cubeb Berry (Tailed Pepper)","Piper Cubeba","kidney/bladder, intestinal parasites, anus","excellent for kidney, bladder¤amebic dysentery¤anus","","","spice related to black pepper","","","Herb"
"Dill Weed","Anethum Graveolens","digestion, bad breath, Amenorrhea","digestion, colic, gas, heartburn¤Amenorrhea (period problems)¤bad breath, rich in chlorophyll","","","","don't overuse medicinally if pregnant","","Herb"
"Elder (Elderberry)","Sambucus Nigra","colds/flu, breast, skin; foot, leg","colds, cough, fever, and flu¤viral infections, possible HIV treatment¤tonsillitis¤American Elder: breast, skin¤Red Elderberry: foot, leg","","","","","","Herb"
"Elecampane","Inula Kelenium","asthma, coughs, amebicidal, throat","excellent for asthma, coughs. laryngitis¤antiseptic expectorant, emphysema¤intestinal amoebas","","","","","1-2 tsp dried/crushed to 1 cup hot water","Herb"
"Taurine","","UV protection","protects cells from UV light","","","","","","Amino Acid"
"Arnica (Mountain Daisy)","Arnica Montana","sports injuries, bruises, disinfectant","stimulant for organ activity¤applied directly to wounds, bruises, swellings, bunions.¤disinfectant","","","also known as Mountain Daisy","do NOT take internally- poisonous","","Herb"
"Tea Tree Oil","Melaleuca, various species","yeast infection, cuts, skin, antiseptic, dandruff","yeast infection, vaginitis¤anti-bacterial, antiseptic, anti-fungal; cuts, bites, ¤stings, parasites, scabies¤skin moisturizer¤athlete's foot¤dandruff¤ears¤gingivitis & canker sores (but don't swallow)","","","apply externally for all uses","fatal at even a tsp or so.","External application only","Herb"
"Hydrangea Root","","arthritis, kidney, bladder","excellent for arthritis¤kidney, bladder","","","","","","Herb"
"Hyssop","Hyssopus Offucinalis","asthma,blood pressure,eyes,excretory,bruises,HIV","excellent for asthma, blood pressure¤eyes, liver, yellow jaundice¤coughs, colds, pulmonary tuberculosis¤w/ pickled figs cleans intestinal tract, reduces lymphatic ¤fluid¤bruises, cuts (apply direct w/ wine & warm water)¤epileptics¤general body cleaner¤HIV¤¤Hyssop-leaf Thoroughwort: bladder, kidney, skin, uterus, ¤stomach","whole plant, but usually leaf","europe, mid east","","","","Herb"
"Juniper Berry","Juniperus Communis","diabetes, immune, kidney/bladder, disinfectant","excellent for diabetes, immunity, shortness of breath¤antiviral¤Kidney/bladder stimulant(unless have nephritis), urinary ¤blockage¤dropsy, digestion/stomach,gonorrhea, leucorrhea ¤Disinfectant (spray w/ solution or chew for mouth) vs ¤bacteria/fungus; Aphrodisiac, scurvy, coughs¤skin, sciatica, strengthens limbs, hemorrhoids, worms¤gin flavoring¤prostate","berries of low evergreen tree","","","Avoid during Pregnancy","infusion: soak & boil in water 1/2hr, take 4Xs/day","Herb"
"Marjoram","Origanum Onites","digestion, pain, colic","excellent for digestion, pain¤colic in infants","","","used as a spice, or sometimes in tea","none","","Herb"
"Motherwort","Leonurus Cardiaca","colds, menstrual, nerves, heart","colds, flu¤excellent for menstrual¤nerves, nervous tension¤heart problems, cardiac arrhythmia","","","","","~1/2oz per 3 cups boiling water for heart","Herb"
"Mugwort","","arthritis, gout, menstrual","arthritis¤gout¤excellent for menstrual","","","","Avoid during Pregnancy","","Herb"
"Sassafras","Sassafras Officinale","blood, liver, kidney, eye, teeth, spasm,antiseptic","blood purifier¤kidney, liver, skin infections, varicose vein ulcers¤eyes, rheumatism, gout, syphilis¤Stimulant, destroys certain protozoa, increases ¤persperation¤Toothaches¤relieves spasms (take warm)¤repells ants, antiseptic spray for nose & throat¤Used as a spice.","bark of tree root","","","none","1oz bark/pint hot water, or 1-5 drops oil","Herb"
"Scullcap (Skullcap, Madweed)","Scutellaria Lateriflora","nerves, heart, sedative","tonic for almost all nervous system disorders¤sedative, irritability (including for PMS)¤hysteria, convusions, St. Vitus' Dance¤hydrophobia, rabies¤slightly astringent¤heart¤¤solution: 1oz herb in 1 pint hot water","powdered herb","","","","1tbl 5-6Xs/day","Herb"
"Senna","Cassia Senna","constipation, bowel cleanser","constipation, more purgative than a laxative, bowel ¤cleanser¤¤Infusion: 2oz in 1 pint hot water, stand 1hr, strain, dose ¤is 1 glass every few hrs (may add 1/8oz ginger)¤Tea: make as infusion, may add rhubarb, casvara bark, ¤anise, jalap root, or licorice root","leaves of low shrub","Africa (upper/mid Nile),India","take as infusion or tea","Avoid during Pregnancy","","Herb"
"Shepherd's Purse","Capsella Bursa-Pastoris","diarrhea, eyes, post-labor, bleeding","excellent for diarrhea¤antioxidant, vision, glaucoma¤constricts blood vessels¤Use (40-60 drops tincture) after giving birth to stop ¤bleeding","","","","","","Herb"
"Speedwell (Sweet Cicely)","","headache, lungs, throat","excellent for sinus, lungs, asthma, throat¤headache","","","also called: European Tea, Sweet Root","","","Herb"
"Squaw Vine","Mitchella Repens","eyes, kidney, water retention, breast feeding","excellent for kidney, bladder, water retention¤eyes¤Menstrual cramps, ease childbirth, nipple soreness from ¤nursing (boil 2oz in 1 pint water, add 1 pint heavy cream, ¤apply as salve after nursing)","","","","","","Herb"
"Strawberry","Fragaria, various species","diarrhea, digestion, kidney, blood, menopause","diarrhea, digestion¤bladder, blood¤kidney (for virginia strawberry)¤menopause, cramps","","","contains boron (good for circulating estrogen)","","","Herb"
"Uva Ursi","","fluid control, digestion","kidney, bladder, water retention¤digestion","","","","","","Herb"
"Vervain","","colds, pain, gall bladder, liver, skin, uterus","colds, flu¤pain¤gall bladder, liver¤skin¤uterus","","","","","","Herb"
"Oak Bark (White, Black, Live)","Quercus, various species","hemorrhoid, kidney, veins, eyes, head","Black, White, and Live Oak: eyes, diarrhea¤White Oak: hemorrhoid, kidney, bladder, varicose veins¤","","","","","","Herb"
"Willow, White","Salix, various species","arthritis, digestion, pain","arthritis, pain, backache, gout¤digestion¤Alzheimer's, stroke¤The bark is the original source of aspirin¤heart attack prevention¤fever, cold, flu¤hangover¤Externally: bunions, corns, warts","","","contains Salicin","","","Herb"
"Cherry, Wild","Prunus, various species","lungs, heart, colds","Wild: asthma, lungs, colds¤Wild, Black: gout (eat about 8oz per day for effect)¤Bitter: heart","","","rich in vitamin C","","","FruitVeggy"
"Wintergreen","Gaultheria Procumbens","heart, digestive system, skin, hangover","digestion, colon, gas¤heart¤pain¤hangover¤sore throat¤externally as oil: calluses, corns, cysts, warts, pain, ¤sciatica","","","","swallowed oil can be fatal to children","","Herb"
"Witch Hazel","Hamamelis Virginiana","arthritis,bleeding,skin,sprains,throat,circulation","arthritis¤Stops bleeding from nose, stomach, lung, rectum, kidney¤sedative¤sore throat, excessive menstruation¤eyes, skin, sunburn¤sprains, bruises, varicose veins, cleans foul ulcerated ¤body parts¤circulation, diarrhea, hemorroids, varicoseveins, ulcers, ¤wrinkles, gonorrhea, leucorrhea.¤Used internally or externally","dried leaf of small tree","","","none","30 grains leaves, distilled extract, or enema","Herb"
"Pycnogenol","","flavonoids, antioxidant, anti-inflamatory, allergy","reduces blood-platelet clumping (a side effect of smoking)¤antioxidant (50 times more effectivre than Vitamin E)¤anti-inflamatory¤good vs allergies¤contains flavonoids","found in pinebark & grape seed","","brand name of French Maritime Pine bark extract","none","","Herb"
"Omega-3 Fatty Acid","","cardiovascular, brain, depression, blood","cardiovascular disease, blood pressure, blood platelet ¤clumping.¤brain development¤Low levels of Omega-3 may cause depression and learning ¤disability.","","fresh fish (deep sea)","","none","","Other"
"Horsebalm","Monarda, various species","brain, altitude sicknes, blood thinner, wounds","altitude sickness¤potent blood thinner¤brain, Alzheimer's¤Applied externally as a tincture (crush leaves, mix with ¤alcohol): wounds, cuts; antiseptic","","","A few drops may be mixed in shampoo for use","don't take with other blood thinners","","Herb"
"Purslane (Little-Hogweed)","Portulaca Oleracea","excretory, antioxidant, skin, blood, asthma, MS","bladder, kidney¤antioxidant, vitamins A, C, E¤prevents cataracts & heart disease¤angina, asthma, bursitis, MS, tendons¤arrhythmia, chronic fatigue syndrome¤depression, gingivitis, headache¤high blood pressure, intermittent claudication¤psoriasis, skin, shingles, wrinkles (in salad or as facial ¤mask)¤yeast infections","","","good source of magnesium, vitamins A,C,E, Omega-3","none","","Herb"
"Wolfsbane (Aconite)","Aconitum Napellus","pain, sedative/depressant, fever, stomach, heart","reduce pain¤fever, scarlet fever¤gastritis¤facial nerve pains¤tonsils¤heart palpitation & spasm","dried tuberous root of plant","","","too depressive to heart in excess","take 1-2 drops in a cup water","Herb"
"Nettle, Stinging","Urtica Dioica","blood, chest,allergy,Alzheimer's,arthritis, joints","prostate, decreases excess urination¤blood¤chest,asthma,bronchitis, hay fever, cough, TB, laryngitis¤allergic nasal symptoms¤Alzheimer's¤arthritis¤liver, toxins¤prevention/treatment of kidney stones, diuretic, bladder¤gout, rheumatism¤gum disease¤hives (take orally as extract or tea from leaves)¤PMS, bloating, breast tenderness.¤sciatica, MS (slap fresh branch repeatedly against bare ¤skin so nettles sting)¤As a tincture: prevents baldess","roots and leaves","","juice from roots & leaves w/ honey makes a tea","","","Herb"
"Quince (Golden Apple)","Cydonia Oblonga, Pyrus Cydonia, Rose family","skin, diarrhea, breast, hair dressing","breast¤diarrhea, dysentary¤Lotion (2 parts seed to 100 parts water): eye diseases ¤(conjunctivitis), skin (conbtracts wrinkles), hair ¤dressing for holding stray hairs¤Heals skin abrasions (macerated seeds mixed with water ¤applied directly)","seeds of shrub","Asia, USA, Europe","Quince, when ripe, is a nutritious edible fruit","none","","Herb"
"Hellebore (Itchweed)","False Hellebore: Adonis Vernalis","chest, heart","chest, heart¤¤False Hellebore: heart disease, enlarged heart, heart ¤strain, tonic for heart muscle (1/4oz in pint boiling ¤water; no more than 1tbl every 2-3 hrs; take under ¤doctor's direction)¤Kidney","","","","use under doctor's direction","","Herb"
"Pumpkin Seed","Cucurbita Pepo","dizziness, prostate, worms","dizziness¤prostate enlargement¤intestinal worms","seeds from a large orange gord","","","powerful diuretic","","Other"
"Acacia (Gum Arabic)","Acacia Senegal, Acacia Arabica, Acacia Vera","burns, ulcers, loose teeth, diarrhea, cough/fever","applied to burn area¤soothoing effect on gum & mucous membranes¤ulcers (astringentr effect on affected tissues)¤Boiled in water becomes an adhesive placed around loose ¤teeth.¤Diarrhea (dysentary): drink small amount in liquid¤coughs.¤fever reduction¤","gum of bark of acacia tree","Egypt, N. Africa, Mid-East","Also called: gum acacia, Egyptian thorn, tamarisk","none","","Herb"
"Red Root (Jersey Tea Root)","Ceanothus Americanus","astringent, expectorant, asthma, mouthwash, throat","astringent, checks secretions from mucous membranes¤Expectorant, anti-spasmodic (stops spasms of asthma & ¤pulmonary complaints)¤mouthwash or mouth sores¤possible use as eye wash.¤Tonsillitis, sore throat, cough, thrush, throat infection¤For internal use: 1 tsp 3Xs/day.","root of herb","","","","1oz powdered root/1pint boiling water","Herb"
"Lemongrass","Cymbopogon, various species","eyes, intestine, anti-fungal, insect repellent","eyes¤intestine¤externally, as an oil: anti-fungal, athlete's foot, insect ¤repellent","","","","","","Herb"
"Alder(American Black, English)","Prinos Verticillatus, Alnus Glutinosa","laxative, anti-inflamatory, astringent, gargle","American Black (bark): laxative, constipation¤English (leaves): applied to inflamed parts of body; ¤astringent, gargle for sore throat","","","","none","","Herb"
"Alpha Lipoic Acid","","Antioxidant, converts carbos to energy","antioxidant, supports activity of other key antioxidants ¤such as Vitamin C & E.¤Supports conversions of carbohydrates to energy","","","","none","","Other"
"Poreleaf (Slender,Trans-Pecos)","","intestine","intestine","","","Slender Poreleaf also called: lacy tansy-aster","","","Herb"
"Abscess Root (Sweatroot)","Polemonium Reptans","glands, lungs, bronchial, fever","stimulates glands into sweating; good for coughs, colds, ¤lung diseases, bronchial w/high fever.¤¤ Also called American Greek Valerian, False Jacob's Ladder.","root","","taken as tea 2-3 times/day","none","","Herb"
"Guava","Psidium, various species","abdominal, skin, infertility","intestine, stomach¤skin¤male infertility due to sperm abnormalities","","","","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Bilberries(Whortleberry)","Vaccinium Myrtillus","dropsy,fever,bowels,typhoid,gargle,leucorrhea,eyes","relieves fever & thirst¤dropsy¤gravel in kidney/bladder¤diarrhea, bowels¤enema for intestines¤typhoid prevention¤diuretic, urethra¤sore throat gargle, tongue¤eyes, glaucoma¤blood clot¤external wash for open wounds, sores, ulcers, female ¤tract, leucorrhea (white discharge F/ vagina, uterus)¤vision","ripe fruit of Bilberry","","also called: Huckleberry, Hurtleberry","","","Herb"
"Pitcherplant, Yellow","Sarracenia Purpurea","kidney, liver, stomach, smallpox cure, diuretic","Yellow and normal: kidney, liver, stomach¤Normal: smallpox cure/preventative¤constipation, dyspepsia¤laxative, diuretic","root of plant","","","","1oz/1pint hot water, taken as 1tbl-1/2cup 2Xs/day","Herb"
"Flower Of Stone","","kidney","kidney","","","","","","Herb"
"Horse Chestnut","Aesculus Hippocastanum","Rectum, increased blood flow, hemorrhoids","rectum, hemorrhoids (internally or externally)¤increase blood flow through body (especially legs)¤varicose veins, wrinkles (may be applied externally)","","","inedible; use standardized extracts","internally may cause some constipation","","Herb"
"Bearsfoot, American (Uvedalia)","Polymnia Uvedalia","glands, liver/spleen, dyspepsia, hair","stimulate glands, glands inflamation due to liver¤laxative¤good for liver & spleen congestive¤dyspepsia from liver disease¤hair tonic (apply to scalp, w/ or w/out lanolin)","root of the herb","","","","","Herb"
"Boxwood (Flowering Dogwood)","Buxus Sempervirens","blood, liver","blood purifier, liver, liver jaundice¤general weakness","leaves used in powdered form","","Box Leaves; taken as a tea","","","Herb"
"Black-Eyed Susan","Rudbeckia, various species","immune stimulant, HIV","immune stimulant (better than echinacea)¤HIV","flower","","Maryland state flower","","","Herb"
"Cedar,Red or Yellow (Tansy)","Tansy: Tanacetum Vulgare","skin, memstrual, worms, heart, urine, veins,kidney","skin (pimples, freckles, sunburn, inflamation), mouth & ¤body ulcers¤Heart palpitations, back & loins pain¤Promotes menstrual flow (will cause miscarriage or ¤abortion in pregnant women)¤Abdominal worms¤Slow & painful urine discharge¤Tonic if taken cold, digestion¤Strengthen weak veins & kidneys¤migraines¤¤Tansy: lice, scabies, warts (apply direct)","leaves & flowers of herb","Europe, U.S.","Yellow Cedar also called: Arborvitae, tree of life","overdose may be fatal","1oz herb in 1pint hot water, 2 tbl at a time","Herb"
"Soapwort (Bouncing Bett)","Saponaria Officinalis","skin, respiratory, laryngitis, poisonous rash","good for skin¤expectorant¤respiratory, bronchitis, laryngitis¤External, juice of plant: prevents rash from poisonous ¤plants","","","","","","Herb"
"Figwort (Throatwort; Heal-All)","Scrophularia Nodosa","skin, wounds, diuretic, healing, pain","Skin eruptions, wounds, abscesses, cleansing effect, pain ¤remover (apply leaves as poltice to wound).¤Diuretic (taken internally)¤Makes a healing tea","","","Also called Carpenter's Square","none","tea: 1oz to 1qt boiling water, 1/4 cup 2Xs/day","Herb"
"Lamb's Quarters (Beth Root)","Trillium Pendulum, Trillium Erectum","stringent, chest, muscle,lung, leucorrhea, enema","astringent for secretions of mucous membrane¤chest, coughs¤restores normal function of nutrition & excretion¤muscle tonic¤internal bleeding, profuse menstruation¤lung, pulmonary¤enemas for rectal irrigation & femal organs¤Leucorrhea (whitish viscous discharge from vagina & ¤uterine cavity)","","","use as tea or or poultice","none","","Herb"
"Arrach (Goosefoot)","Chenopodium Olidum","nerves, menstrual","nerve sedative; hysteria, high nerve tension.¤stimulation of menstrual function due to obstructions in ¤flow","","","Also called: wormseed, Jesuit Tea, Jerusalem Oak","","1oz powdered to 1pt boiling water, 2-3 cups/day","Herb"
"Acorn","Quercus Robur","diarrhea","diarrhea: contract & harden tissues & limit secretion ¤action by glands.","a nut","oak tree","grind into powder, mix w/ water","none","","Herb"
"Adder's Tongue","Erythronium Americanum, Ophioglossum Vulgatum","emetic, emollient, scurvy, tuberculosis, dropsy","emetic: causes vomiting when swallowed (as a tea)¤on tissue: emollient (soothes, softens)- brused leaves ¤applied directly.¤tuberculosis, diseased glands, scurvy.¤hiccups, dropsy(fluid accumulation in body cavities)¤bleeding at mouth & nose","lily; leaves & bulb used","United States","also called: serpent's tongue, rattlesnake violet","induces vomiting if too much taken","","Herb"
"Adrue (Guinea Rush)","Cyperus Articulatus","reduces vomiting, sedative","reduces desire for vomiting (from pregnancy or bad ¤digestion(dyspepsia)), acts as sedative, spreads feeling ¤of warmth through system","","","part used: it's aroma","none","","Herb"
"Agar (Vegetable Gelatin)","Gelidium Amansii, Gelidium Corneum","constipation, soothing","soothing, relieves inflamation.¤releaves constipation","algae found along Pacific Rim","","used as a gel made with water","none","","Herb"
"Agaric","Polyporus Officinalis, Boletus Laricis","astringent, purgative, diarrhea","limits secretions of mucous membranes & glands; astringent¤ Internally: cleansing upon bowels; small dose=stringent; ¤medium dose (3 grains)=persperation, diarrhea, checking ¤milk secretion; large dose = purgative","","","","too much = flushing of bowels","","Herb"
"Alkanet (Bugloss, Anchusa)","Alkanna Tinctoria, Lithospermum Tinctorium,Anchusa Tinctoria","emollient, astringent, worms, back pain","externally(powder w/ vaseline): emollient, ointment for ¤back pains & bruises¤astringent, ceases flow of body liquids¤Internally (powder mixed w/ hot water): destroys body worms","root","","","","1/2 tsp to 1 cup hot water","Herb"
"All-Heal (Wound-Wort)","Brunella Vulgaris","antiseptic, worms, bites, muscle spasm, menstrual","antiseptic, muscle spasms¤destroys body worms¤treatment of dog/animal bites¤delay start of menstrual period","","Europe","","","tea: 5drops to 1/2 glass hot water","Herb"
"Alstonia Bark","Alstonia Constricta","fever, rheumatism","reduces fever¤rheumatism","","Australian","taken as a tea; Also called Australian Quinine","","","Herb"
"Ash, Common (European)","Fraxinus Excelsior","laxative, fever, joint inflamation","laxative in small quantities (<= 10 grains), purgative for ¤larger doses (20-30)¤fevers (bark steeped in hot water)¤inflamation in joints","bark & leaves of tree","","","","","Herb"
"Bael","Aegle Marmelos","diarrhea, glands, mucous membranes","contracts tissues & reduces flow of liquid from glands.¤diarrhea, non-constipation¤inflamation of mucous membranes w/ ulcers","","","","","","Herb"
"Balm(Sweet, Lemon, Garden)","Melissa Officinalis","fever, persperation, bites, nerves, boils, herpes","makes persperation (diaphoretic)¤feverish colds, astringent for mucous membranes, relieves ¤headache¤taken cold relieves fever, taken hot makes perseration¤calms nerves¤menstration, organs¤boils (as poltice soaked overnight), insect stings, dog ¤bites,toothache¤Lemon (Melissa): genital herpes, hyperthyroidism, ¤hypothyroidism, migraine, insomnia, shingles, antiviral","dried leaves of small tree","S.Europe,US, MidEast,N.Africa","taken as a tea","none","","Herb"
"Balm Of Gilead","Populus Candicans","stimulant, nutritive, skin, gout, chest, colds","stimulates body organs¤nutritive¤chest, lung, stomach, kidney¤when mixed w/ vaseline & used as rub: colds & chest pains, ¤skin diseases, gout, rheumatism","powdered buds","","","none","","Herb"
"Balmony(Bitterhead, Snakehead)","Chelone Glabra","worms, cleanser, liver, tissue tonic, vomiting","tonic for tissues¤intestinal worms (especially in children)¤cleanses¤antibilious: remedy for disordered liver, headache, ¤appetite, vomiting of bile.","","","","none","","Herb"
"Benne","Sesamum Indicum","laxative/diarrhea,lungs,eyes,menstrual,eye,skin","oil =laxative; leaves = combat diarrhea, dusentery.¤relievces catarrhal conditions, lungs, bronchial¤emphysema, asthma¤applied directly to skin sooths erupted or bruised skin¤inflamation or soreness of eye¤seeds make oil similiar to olive oil.¤oil hastens & facilitates menstrual period.","leaves & seeds of herb","","taken as a tea","","","Herb"
"Bittersweet, American(Waxwork)","Celastrus Scandens","diuretic, alterative,liver,menstruation,leucorrhea","alterative: restores normal nutrition & excretion function¤diuretic, diaphoretic (increases persperation)¤liver ailments¤leucorrhea¤delayed menstruation","root and bark","","also called: false bitterswet","none","","Herb"
"Chitosan (Chitin)","","fiber source","deacetylated fiber extract used to assist weight control; ¤more soluable than normal fiber.¤not digestible, has no caloric value.","chitin extract","chitin from shellfish","","triggers shellfish allergies","","Animal"
"Black Haw(Stagbrush,Crampbark)","Caprifoliacae, Viburnum Rufidulum Rafinesque","uterus, pregnancy, menstruation, menstrual cramps","normalizes uterus, draws together soft organic tissue; ¤painful menstruation, menstrual cramps¤childbirth pains, miscarriages, uterus bleeding.¤treatment/prevention of nervous diseases of pregnancy.¤encourages urine production of kidneys","bark, root, stem of small tree","","","","1tbl spoon/4hrs.Tea: 1oz bark per pint water","Herb"
"Willow Bark,Black(PussyWillow)","Salix Nigra, Salix Discolor","reproductive organs, skin","Women: inflamed & ulcerated vaginal surfaces; mix w/ ¤water and use as douche (1oz bark w/1 pint water); relief ¤of ovarian pain (drink same)¤men used to stem nightly involuntary emissions (wet dreams)¤Both: sexual sedative where there is a sexual irritation ¤of organs F/ urinary irritations¤Skin: inactive ulcers, gangrene, rheumatism, joints.","use bark & berries","Europe","","","","Herb"
"Black Bryony, Root Of","Tamus Communis, Linn","gout/skin, urination, dropsy","Brings blood to the skin (good for gout, rheumatism or ¤paralysis, discoloration due to bruises, open ulcers); rub ¤the root on desired spot on skin.¤Acts on kidneys to stimulate urination.¤Dropsy (taken internally, a few drops of the tincture with ¤a glass of water)","vine w/ heart-shaped leaves","Europe","powdered root for external, else root w/ alcohol","more than 5 drops per glass water","","Herb"
"Bugle","Ajuga Reptans","gastrointestinal, hemorrhages, astringent","stimulates gastrointestinal mucousmembrane¤astringent, contracts and hardens tissues¤stops hemorrhages¤bile disorders","","","taken as a tea","","","Herb"
"Calotropis","Calotropis Procera, Asclepias Procera","diarrhea/dysentery, skin, leprosy, elephantiasis","taken internally: diarrhea, dysentery¤Powdered form directly on skin: skin disease, leprosy, ¤elephantiasis, excessive skin cell tissue growth","bark from tree","India","","none","","Herb"
"Camphor (Oil Of Camphor)","Cinnamomum Camphora, Laurus Camphora, Camphora Officinarum","colds/chills, fever, gout, inflamation, bruises","Internally: colds, chills, diarrhea from colds, sedative¤pain remover, asthma spasms, increased persperation, ¤reduce fever.¤intestinal worms¤gout, rheumatism, neuralgia.¤Externally: irritation of sexual organs, inflamation, ¤bruises, sprains","wood from a large tree","Formosa","","vomiting, convulsions, rapid heart beat","no more than 3 grains","Herb"
"Caroba (Carob Tree)","Jacaranda Procera, Jacaranda Caroba, Bignonia Caroba","system stimulant, venereal disease, epilepsy","restores normal function to processes of nutrition and ¤excretion¤venereal disease, syphilitic skin affliction¤sedative effect on nervous system, epilepsy¤diuretic, increase perspiration¤diarrhea","","","","","","Herb"
"Catechu, Black (Cutch)","Acacia Catechu, Catechu Nigrum, Uncaria Gambier","astringent, gums, sore throat, mucous membranes","astringent, excessive mucous discharges, bleeding¤chronic diarrhea, catrrh, dysentery, all diseases ¤involving mucous membrane¤1 tsp in 1 pint warm water = effective gargle for sore ¤throat¤Direct local application onto spongy gums","powdered leaves & young shoots","","","","5-15 grains","Herb"
"Chaparral","Croton Corymbulosus, Larrea Divaricata","cancer, coffee substitute, teeth, cavities","palatable drink, good coffee substitute¤Chaparral tea promising use in cancer treatment¤toothache, prevents cavities (use in mouthwash)¤potent antiseptic","flower top of herb","SW USA","","none","","Herb"
"Chaulmoogra","Taraktogenos Kurzii","sedative, fever, joints, skin","Internally: sedative, fevers¤Externally: relieves joint stiffness and eruptions of skin ¤(eczema, psoriasis, syphilis, etc.)","seeds of herb","","","","","Herb"
"Fig","Ficus Carica","laxative, skin/sores, bronchials, nose/throat","soothing to irritated surfaces: for warts & sores, before ¤fruit is ripe use milk from point on branch where fruit ¤broken off); Boils- lay opened ripe fruit on boil.¤constipation¤nose & throat (as a tea: sniffed into nose or dropped into ¤ear when lukewarm)¤fdig juice and lemon juice: coughs, asthma, bronchitis","fruit & leaves of tree","","a nutritious food","","","Herb"
"Fireweed","Erechtites Hieracifolia","pain, hemorrhoids, spasms, astringent, colic","astringent¤pain relieving (apply directly for rheumatism, sciatic ¤nerve conditions, gout).¤anti-spasmodic, colic.¤Externally: hemorrhoids","oil squeezed from herb","","","","","Herb"
"Fluellin","Linaria Elatine","bleeding, astringent","astringent, consolidates/strengthens tissues¤bleeding (internal, nose, menstrual)¤as tea for internal, direct application for external","","","","","Tea: 1oz/pint boiling water","Herb"
"Gelsemium (Yellow Jasmine)","Gelsemium Nitidum, Gelsemium Sempervirens","nerves, sedative, bowels","sedative (for insomnia, etc), nerve relaxant (arterial ¤blood vessel nerves particularily)¤Increasing persperation, reduces fever¤Pain of toothache & neuralgia (severe pains along course ¤of a nerve)¤Inflamation of bowels (diarrhea, dysentery)","root of herb","","also called: wild woodbine, yellow jasmine","dose: 1/2-2 grains","","Herb"
"Goa","Andira Araroba","tapeworm, skin","Destroys the taenia tapeworm (take internally)¤Skin disease (mix powder w/ vinegar, lemon juice or ¤gylcerine, & apply paste to skin)","yellowish powder in treetrunk","","","","Internal: 3-5 grains in 1tsp honey","Herb"
"Hedge Mustard","Sisymbrium Officale","hoarseness, lungs","hoarseness, weak lungs (take 1tsp every 30 mins until ¤symptoms diminished)","powdered herb","","","","1/2-1 tsp per pint boiling water","Herb"
"Houseleek (Sengreen)","Sempervivum Tectorum","skin afflictions, astringent","bruised leaves placed directly on burns, stings, warts, ¤corns, other skin afflictions.¤Astringent (reducing discharge, drawing tissues together)¤Poultice has cooling effect on inflamed area.","leaves of plant","","","","","Herb"
"Chondroitin","","arthritis","reverses arthritis; works great with Glucosamine Sulfate","nutritional supplement","","","none","","Mineral"
"Ipecac (Ipecacuanha)","Psychotria Ipecacuanha, Cephaelis Ipecacuanha","gums, teeth, expectorant, persperation, amebicidal","gums, teeth: pyorrhea, gum shrinking, tooth ¤inflamation/loosening (mouthwash)¤Internally: increase persperation (dilate blood vessels)¤expectorant¤ inflamation of internal mucous membranes, dysentery¤kills amoebas (30 drops tincture)","root of herb","tropics","mouthwash: 1oz powdered root w/1pint hot water","vomiting if take > than internal dose","internal: 1/2tsp in mouthwash solution","Herb"
"Jambul","Eugenia Jambolana","Diabetes, diuretic, astringent","astringent, diuretic¤diabetes mellitus (lowers blood sugar; take w/ or after ¤meals)","seeds of tree; sometimes bark","India","","","5-30 grains","Herb"
"Jewel Weed (Balsam Weed)","Impatiens Aurea, I. Biflora","diuretic, hemorrhoids, warts/skin, hives","mild purgative, diuretic¤hemorrhoids (fresh plant boiled into lard then applied as ¤ointment)¤apply leaves topically: hives, wheals caused by hairs of ¤stinging nettle, poisonous plants¤warts, corns, ringworm on skin & similar (use juice on ¤skin)¤Jaundice, dropsy (drink 1oz herb w/1pint hot water).","","","","","","Herb"
"John's Bread","Certonia Siliqua","nutrition, voice","nutrition enough to use as basic food for man¤Improve quality of voice.","pods of plant","","","","","Herb"
"Jurubeba","Solanum Insidiosum","liver, spleen, anemia, amenorrhea","liver & spleen disorders¤anemia, amenorrhea (absence of menstruation)","root/fruit of herb","","","","5-30 grains in water","Herb"
"Larkspur","Delphinium Consolida","parasites, hair lice, asthma, dropsy","Tincture (10 drops): parasites, hair lice¤Internally: spasmodic asthma, dropsy","","","","","Tincture: 1oz/1pint pure alchohol, stand 2 weeks","Herb"
"Lemon (Limon)","Citrus Limonum","fever, colds, pain","tonic for colds¤drink for fever, headache, pains, coughs, other cold ¤symptoms¤Lemon Peel: varicose veins","fruit of tree","","for a healthful syrup: mix w/ honey","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Lily Of The Valley","Convallaria Majalis","Heart, diuretic","Similar effect as that of Foxglove or Digitalis, but with ¤no danger of unpleasant disturbances¤Diseases of heart, heart valves¤diuretic","","","","","1tbl 2-3Xs/day; Tea: 1/2oz per 1 pint water","Herb"
"Lycopodium (Fox Tail)","Lycopodium Clavatum","healing, rheumatism, epilepsy, anus, lungs, kidney","rheumatism, epilepsy¤lungs, kidneys¤ground spores dusted over broken skin for healing.¤stomach gas, constipation, liver congestion.¤heals injured mucous membrane, swelling of arteries¤anus itching","spores of creeping plant","","","","1part spore w/9part lactose,1oz this w/1pint water","Herb"
"Masterwort","Imperatoria Ostruthium","spasms, gas, asthma, apoplexy, dyspepsia","antispasmodic, removes gastro-intestinal gases¤asthma, apoplexy (hemorrhage in brain/spine)¤dyspepsia","root of herb","","","","1oz powdered/1pint hot water; 1/2 cup 2-3Xs/day","Herb"
"Mescal Buttons (Pellote)","Lopophora Lewinii, Anhalonium Lewinii","heart, cardiac conditions","heart, angina, dyspnea¤Narcotic (inducesleep/stupor/unconsciousness)","fruit of herb","","","excssive amounts cause vomiting","1 pint hot water over dried fruit, 1tbl/hr","Herb"
"Mistletoe","Viscum Album, Phorandendron Flavescens","epilepsy, nerves, female ailments, heart","epilepsy, hysteria, nervous conditions¤narcotic (induce sleep)¤female ailments, uterus hemorrhages, amenorrhea, ¤dysmenorrhea¤Heart tonic for cases of typhoid fever¤high blood pressure","leaves","","","","","Herb"
"Muira-Puama","Liriosma Ovata","aphrodisiac","aphrodisiac, increase in sexual desire","powdered root of a tree","Amazon","","","10-60 drops; Tea: 1oz/1pint hot water","Herb"
"Night-Blooming Cereus","Cereus Grandiflorus, Cactus Grandiflorus","heart, prostate, bladder/kidney, diuretic","heart activity, cardiac disease, abnormal heart throb, ¤angina, cardiac neuralgia¤prostate¤irritated bladder, congested kidney¤Women: headache during menstruation¤diuretic","stem/flower juice from plant","","Also called: Sweetscented Cactus","","2-10 drops","Herb"
"Nux Vomica (Poison Nut)","Strychnos Nux Vomica","tonic,general health,gastro-intestine,impotence","Tonic/stimulant for general health & body organs¤Bitter for stimulating gastro-intestinal membranes¤impotence¤Neuralgia (nerve pain), chronic constipation","seeds of herb","","","excessively large dose is poisonous","1-3 drops fluid extract of seeds","Herb"
"Oats","Avena Sativa","nutrient, indigestion, skin, nerve, heart, urinary","nutrient, soothing mucilaginous medicine¤indigestion, constipation¤Poultice: itchy skin, ulcers, sore anus, hard formations, ¤psoriasis¤enema, antiseptic, disease preventative¤nerve tonic, brain tissue¤Heart muscles,spasmodic urinary conditions of ¤bladder/ureter¤insomnia¤seminal fluid loss(spermatorrhea)¤freckles & other spots (boil in vinegar,apply)¤gout¤infertility","grain","","","none","drink: 1tbl oatmeal to 1 pint hot water","Other"
"Paraguay Tea (Yerba Mate)","Ilex Paraguayensis","diuretic, stimulant, rheumatism/gout, purgative","diuretic, kidney stones¤has caffeine in leaves¤Large does: purgative¤rheumatism, gout","","","used in S. America as a beverage","","prepare as a tea","Herb"
"Pilewort (Lesser Celandine)","Ranunculus Ficaria","hemorrhoids, astringent","hemorrhoids, piles¤astringent, fluid discharges¤for external use: soak in boiling lard for 24 hrs, use as ¤ointment","use entire herb","","","","internal: 1oz/pint boiling water, 1/2 cup 2/day","Herb"
"Pinkroot(Worm Root,Worm Grass)","Spigelia Marilanidca, Spigelie, Spigelia","worms","expels intestinal worms (warning: avoid heavy eating prior ¤to taking; may be taken with lemon juice; prepare as 1 oz ¤to 1 pint hot water; herb has volatile oils, evaporates ¤easily)","use root or whole plant","S. and E. USA","","","child:1tbl 2/day; adult: up to a small cup","Herb"
"Rhatany, Peruvian (Rhatanhia)","Krameria triandra","muscle tonic,astringent,incontinence,gums,diarrhea","Astringent¤tonic (restores strength & tone to muscles)¤stops hemorrhages, discharges of mucus from mucous ¤membranes, fluid discharge, diarrhea¤Incontinence of urine¤Pyorrhea (spongy or bleeding gums; apply powder directly ¤to gums)¤eyes¤The Bark: gingivitis","root or bark of herb","","","none","internal: 1/2 tsp powdered root","Herb"
"Scopolis","Scopola Carniolica, Scopolia Atropoides","sedative, glands, pain, cough","sedative effect on nerves & muscles¤dilates (widen) pupil opening¤pain, cough¤suppresses glandular secretions¤¤dose: 1-5 grains powdered root, or 1`-5 drops of solution ¤in water","(powdered) root of herb","","","","solution: 1oz root in 1/2 pint hot water","Herb"
"Simaruba (Mountain Damson)","Simaruba Officinalis","appetite, digestion, tonic","loss of appetite (when covalescing from illness)¤digestion¤tonic: strengthen muscles, tones tissues¤¤solution: 1/2oz powdered in 1 pint hot water","bark of root of herb","","","","1-2 tbl every 3hrs until improved","Herb"
"Snake Root","Aristolochia Serpentaria, Aristolochia Reticulata","fever, anti-spasmodic, glands, bilious, pain","fever remedy, especially for typhoid fever.¤increase perseration, glandular stimulant¤pain reliever, anti-spasmodic¤tonic for muscles & tissues¤Bilious conditions (headache, constipate, appetite loss, ¤vomiting bile)","","","","","1-2tbl 2-3Xs/day; Tea:1/2oz in 1pint hot water","Herb"
"Soap Tree (Quillaia)","Quillaja Saponaria","lungs, skin cleanser, diuretic","Internal (1tbl at a time as needed): coughs in chronic ¤bronchitis & lung complaints.¤diuretic.¤External: cleanser for ulcers & skin eruptions","tree bark","","","","solution: 1/2oz bark in 1pint hot water","Herb"
"Turpentine","Pinus Palustris, Pinus Maritima","chest, respiratory, kidney/bladder, worms,bleeding","urinary apparatus, chronic disease of kidney & bladder, ¤gonorrhea¤Mucous membranes of respiratory organs¤liniment for rheumatism, chest¤stops bleeding¤With castor oil destroys tapeworms¤Pure vapor of oil causes coughing, causing expulsion of ¤products F/ lungs¤antiseptic¤Terebene(oil mixed w/sulphuric acid): cough, hay-fever ¤spray (w/cocaine)","oil F/ wood of evergreen tree","S. USA","","excess dose: severe illness or death","","Herb"
"White Bryony(English Mandrake)","Bryonia Alba, Bryonia Dioica","diuretic, lungs, dropsy, tonsile, heart","diuretic¤Pleurisy (lungs), bronchitis, cough, influenza, pneumonia¤dropsy (glands), tonsilitis¤heart disease (normalize inflamations brought on by ¤rheumatism or gout)¤Asthma, colds, flu¤¤Tincture: 1oz powdered herb to 1pint pure grain alcohol","white root of climbing vine","Europe","","","15 grains or 1 tsp tincture","Herb"
"Vanadyl Sulfate","","diabetes","permanently reverses diabetes","avail over counter","","","","","Mineral"
"Horseradish","Armoracia Rusticana","allergies, sinuses","Allergies (1 spoonfull/day until symptoms subside, ¤once/month thereafter)¤Sinusitis","","","used as a (hot) spice","none","","Herb"
"Evening Primrose","Oenothera Biennis","PMS,skin,stroke,blood pressure,Parkinson's,HIV","PMS,skin/scales, scabies, diabetic nerve damage¤possible treatement for Alcoholism & obesity.¤heart disease, cancer, Parkinson's Disease, Raynard's ¤Disease(external), eczema¤anti-clotting, lowers blood pressure, stroke, heart disease¤Angina,dry mouth,headache,pain¤auto-immune disorders,endometriosis, HIV, MS¤Oil is rich in GLA (gamma-linolenic acid)","oil from seeds of blossom","North America","source of amino acid tryptophan","none","","Herb"
"Homocysteine","","","¤¤Warning: high levels in older adults may increase risk of ¤hardening and clogging of coronary arteries","","","","","","Amino Acid"
"Brazil Nut","Bertholettia Excelsa","memory,lecithin source,cataracts,antioxidant,skin","richest source of lecithin, choline¤memory, Alzheimer's¤arthritis¤source selenium, Vitamin E¤prevents cataracts¤cataracts¤lowers cholesterol¤Externally as an oil: skin, psoriasis","","","","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Fava Beans","Vicia Faba","memory, Parkinson's, erection","memory¤source of lecithin, L-dopa¤erection problems, aphrodisiac¤Parkinson's Disease¤","","","16oz can is enough to have effect on Parkinson's","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Chasteberry","Vitex Agnus-Castus","female and menstrual problems","amenorrhea, restoration of menstruation¤breast tenderness¤breast feeding problems, milk flow¤menopause¤menstrual cramps¤PMS","berries from Chasteberry Tree","","","none","","Herb"
"Carrot","Daucus Carota","blood, skin, cataracts, smoking, diarrhea","high blood pressure, high cholesterol¤liver problems¤Wrinkles, skin (may be applied in liquified form to ¤sunburns & skin conditions)¤prevents: cataracts, strokes¤cessation of smoking¤angina, anti-asthmatic¤Cooked: diarrhea","","","","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Kudzu","Pueraria Lobata","blood, heart, hangover, shoulder","Angina, increased blood flow, decrease high blood pressure¤Anti-hangover (take 1 or 2 capsules with first drink; also ¤good morning after)¤Shoulder","a green vine","","","","","Herb"
"Flax (Linseed)","Linum Usitatissimum","heart, constipation, uterus","heart¤constipation (have with plenty of water), diverticulitis¤endometriosis, endometrical cancer¤psoriasis","","","","none","","Herb"
"Pigweed","Amaranthus, various species","ankylosing spondylitis, osteoporosis, stroke","excellent source of calcium¤osteoporosis¤reduces risk of heart attack¤high in fiber¤ankylosing spondylitis, arthritis¤stroke","leaves of plant","","mix into salads","none","","Herb"
"Picho Huayo","","body odor","rub on: body odor, aromatic mask, possible pheromone ¤enhancement (makes men smell more attractive to women)","tropical shrub","Amazon jungle","","","","Herb"
"Cornstarch and Baking Soda","","body odor","mix powders together and use to control body odor and ¤armpit sweat.","","","","none","","Other"
"Cumin","Cuminum Cyminum","breast, amenorrhea, body odor, anti-inflamatory","increased breast size (also for Black Cumin; Nigella ¤Sativa), amenorrhea¤body odor¤anti-inflamatory, carpal tunnel syndrome","brown colored spice","","","none","","Herb"
"Jasmine","Jasminum Sambac","suppressed milk flow","crushed flowers applied to breasts: suppress milk flow¤External use (as oil rubbed on): sexual stimulant","flower","","","","","Herb"
"Knotgrass","Polygonum Aviculare","respiratory, throat, laryngitis","sore throat, laryngitis, respiratory, bronchitis¤astringent","","","","","Tea: 2-3 tbl dried herb per 1 cup boiling water","Herb"
"Primrose","Primula Veris","respiratory, laryngitis, coughs","expectorant; colds, coughs, bronchitis¤laryngitis","use flowers or root","","","","tea: 1-2 tsp per cup boiling water","Herb"
"Potato","Solanum Tuberosum","bruises, black eyes, sties","Applied externally: will clear up bruises and black eyes, ¤sties","a tuber","","","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Sundew","Drosera, various species","respiratory, cough, bunions, warts","Coughs, whooping cough, bronchitis, laryngitis from ¤hacking cough, sore throat, pneumonia¤Externally: bunions, corns, warts","","","","none","","Herb"
"Cinchona","Cinchona, various species","malaria, heart, hangover, intestinal parasites","source of Quinine¤malaria, heart problems, cardiac arrhythmia¤hangover cure¤intestinal parasites","","","used in tonic water; makes a bitter tea","may aggravate Tinnitus","","Herb"
"Canola","Brassica, various species","cardiac arhythmia","helps prevent cardiac arhythmia","","","used as dietary canola oil","none","","Herb"
"Scotch Broom","Cytisus Scoparius","anti-arrhythmiac","cardiac arrhythmia","","","","don't use w/ MAO inhibitors","","Herb"
"Capers","Capparis Spinosa","cataracts","prevents cataracts (rich source aldose-reductose ¤inhibitors)","","","used in cooking","none","","Herb"
"Wheatgrass","Agropyron, various species","fatigue","fatigue, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome","","","use in juice form","none","","Herb"
"Verbena (Verbena)","Verbena, various species","thyroid","hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism","","","","","","Herb"
"Forsythia","Forsythia Suspensa","colds, flu, viruses, respiratory, ear, TB","colds, flu, antiviral¤antibacterial antiseptic¤bronchitis, respiratory problems¤ear infections (sprinkle in ear in powdered form)¤tuberculosis","","China","","none","","Herb"
"Melilot","Melilotus Officinalis","wounds, hemorrhoids","externally (mixed with water as a poultice): hemorrhoids, ¤wounds, cuts","","","","","","Herb"
"Honey","","wounds","applied to wounds it dries to form a natural bandage¤accelerates healing","normal honey","bees","","none","","Other"
"Beans, various","Phaseolus, various species","diabetes, cholesterol","High in fiber, reduces rise in blood sugar after meals and ¤delays blood sugar drop later on; good for diabetes¤Helps prevent breast cancer, endometriosis¤Lowers cholesterol","","","","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Macadamia Nut","Macadamia, various species","diabetes","diabetes¤59% monounsaturated fatty acids","","tropics","","","","FruitVeggy"
"Tea, Black","Camellia Sinensis","sores, sunburn, gingivitis, asthma, diabetes","reduces blood sugar levels (diabetes)¤asthma, emphysema/expectorant¤gingivitis, tooth decay¤diarrhea, relief of gastrointestinal distress¤hepatitis, can help kill herpes virus¤tooth decay¤externally (place spent teabag on sore): canker sore, ¤sores, sunburn","black tea leaves","","contains caffine","none","","Herb"
"Gurmar","Gymnema Sylvestre","diabetes","diabetes, boosts insulin production","","Indian folk remedy","","","","Herb"
"Quebracho","Aspidosperma Quebracho-Blanco","aphrodisiac","male aphrodisiac (continas some yohimbine but without the ¤side effects of Yohimbe)¤May also stimulate female sexual desire","","S. America","","don't use w/ high blood pressure","","Herb"
"Country Mallow","Sida Cordifolia","erection, stimulant, sciatica, antiseptic","erection problems¤stimulant, prevents fainting¤Sciatica, nervous system¤Externally: make leaves into a poultice for sores and ¤antiseptic","","","","","","Herb"
"Broomweed (Cuban-Jute)","Sida Rhombifolia","abdominal, eye, stimulant","abdominal organs, bladder, stomach¤eye¤nervous system stimulant, decongestant¤fainting","","Canary Islands","","","Tea: 5tsp dried herb per cup hot water","Herb"
"Soursop","Annona Muricata","fainting","Externally (inhalrf): fainting (used like smelling salts.","leaves of tropical plant","Caribbean","","don't get in eyes","","Herb"
"Meadowsweet","Filipendula Ulmaria","fever, ulcers","fever¤ulcers, heartburn¤¤¤Another source of Salicin","","","","avoid if have Tinnitus","Tea: 1-2 tsp per 1 cup hot water","Herb"
"Henna","Lawsonia Inermis","fungus, bacteria, hair die","anti fungal/bacterial (externally, apply to area 1-3 times ¤per day)¤natural hair dye.","","","simmer 5-7 tsp per cup water for 20 mins.","use externally","","Herb"
"Beggar-lice","Desmodium Styracifolium","kidney stones","kidney stones","vine w/ small loose fruits","China","","","","Herb"
"Java Tea","Orthosiphon Aristatus","kidney stones","kidney stones","","","","","Tea: 3-6 tsp per cup water, once/day","Herb"
"Kaffir Potato","Coleus Forskohlii","glaucoma","glaucoma (use as an eyedrop preparation; doctor's ¤supervision recomended)","","","contains forskolin","","","Herb"
"Pansy","Viola, various species","glaucoma, skin","glaucoma¤external (make as tea and apply): acne, eczema, impetigo, ¤skin","flower","","","none","","Herb"
"Chiso","Perilla Frutescens","gout","gout¤XO inhibitor","a weedy mint","orient","add a little to your tea","","","Herb"
"Avocado","Persea Americana","skin, gout, cholesterol, psoriasis, osteoporosis","prevents osteoporosis, source vitamin D & E¤gout, lowers blood uric acid levels¤helps reduce cholesterol¤External (mash and rub): psoriasis, skin problems, ¤arthritis, wrinkles","green fruit of the tree","","","none,high in fat","","FruitVeggy"
"Cat's Claw (De Gato)","Uncaria, various species","anti-inflamatory","gout (may take quite a bit to act though)¤anti-inflamatory, swelling","","Amazon","","none","","Herb"
"Kiwi Fruit","","digestion, vitamin C","has about 3-5 times the vitamin C as an orange¤digestion, heartburn","fuzzy-skinned small fruit","New Zealand, tropics","peel off the fuzz before eating.","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Sweetflag","Acorus Calamus","gas, antacid, lice","antacid, gas-reliever¤kills lice (powder the root and rub into affected area)","","","","","","Herb"
"Grape Seed Juice","Vitis Vinifera","heart, cholesterol, wrinkles","heart attack prevention, protect from LDL cholesterol¤contains AHAs¤wrinkles (mash grapes and apply as facial mask, rinse ¤after 15-30 mins)","","","","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Pear","Pyrus, various species","immune stimulant, HIV, antiviral","immune stimulant, HIV¤shingles¤antiviral","","","","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Iceland Moss","Cetraria Islandica","HIV","HIV (as effective as AZT but non-toxic)","","Iceland","","none","","Herb"
"Legume nodules","","iron, HIV","best vegtable source of heme iron¤Boosts anti-HIV activity of AZT","nodules along legume roots","","uproot a bean plant and use the small root nodules","too many and you might iron overload","","FruitVeggy"
"Rooibos","Aspalanthus linearis","digestion, colic, insomnia, nerves","gentle stomach soother, indigestion, improve appetite¤infant colic¤insomnia, nervous tension","shrubby legume","South Africa","best used as a tea","none","","Herb"
"Cangzhu","Atractylodes Lancea","infertility","male infertility","","China","found in Chinese herbal formulas for infertility","consult Chinese herbalist for dosage","","Herb"
"Jute","Corchorus Olitorius","fertility, folic acid","female infertility¤source folate(folic acid)¤prevents spinal bifida (good to take during pregnancy and ¤delivery)","","","","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Bottle Gourd","Lagenaria Siceraria","infertility, liver","infertility¤liver damage, liver cancer¤best source choline","fruits of white flowered vine","","eat like squash","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Epimedium (Yin-Yang)","Epimedium, various species","aphrodisiac","male/female sexual stimulant for androgen deficient","narrow heart-shaped leaves","","","","Tea: 1-5 tsp per cup water, once/day max","Herb"
"Citronella","Cymbopogon, various species","insect repellent","insect & mosquito reprellent","lemon-scented plant","Asia","often sold in candles, it's smoke's the repellent","","","Herb"
"Sweet Annie (Qing Hao)","Artemisia Annua","intestinal parasites","intestinal amoebas¤","","China","","use cautiously, exact dose uncertain","Tea: 2-5 tsp per cup water","Herb"
"Neem","Azadiracta Indica","lice, insects, scabies","lice, insect pests¤scabies","large oak-like tree","India","use externally; use the leaves","","","Herb"
"Javanese Turmeric","Curcuma Xanthorrhiza","Liver, jaundice, gall stones","very good for liver¤gallstones, jaundice","yellow root","S. Asia, Indonesia","","","","Herb"
"Black Pepper","Piper Nigrum","osteoporosis, high blood pressure","osteoporosis¤high blood pressure","","","a spice","none","","Herb"
"Baikal Skullcap","Scutellaria Baicalensis","pneumonia, shingles","pneumonia, flu¤broad-spectrum antimicrobial¤shingles (use powdered & mix w/ water)","root of the plant","China","similar to normal Skullcap","","","Vitamin"
"Osha","Lomatium Dissectum","respiratory","all respiratory ailments; pneumonia, TB, bronchitis, ¤asthma, hay fever","looks like dill or parsley","used by American Indians","","","","Herb"
"Partridge Berry","Mitchella Repens","pregnancy, delivery","eases pregnancy and delivery","","North America","take 2-3 weeks prior to delivery","","","Herb"
"Hayseed","a mixture of grass seeds, especially Anthoxanthon Odoratum","sciatica, back and joint pains","sciatica, soothes painful back, joints, and muscles","various grass seeds","","add in to bath","","","Herb"
"Sciatica Cress (Pepper Grass)","Lepidium, various species","pain, sciatica","External: pain, sciatica","","South USA","","","","Herb"
"Stevia","Stevia Rebaudiana","tooth decay, sugar substitute","decreases cavities if used as sugar substitute¤use as sugar substitute if have yeast infections","sweet herb","Paraguay","non-sugar sweatener","","","Herb"
"Toothache Tree","Zanthoxylum Americanum","teeth","toothache¤prevent tooth decay","","","chew the bark, or make tea out of berries","","","Herb"
"Yellowroot","Xanthorrhiza Simplicissima","ulcer","helps quit smoking (chew it)¤ulcers (1tsp 1-2Xs/day in juice)","","","","","","Herb"
"Banana","Musa Paradisiaca","ulcer, warts","ulcers¤warts (rub inner part of banana peel on wart 2-4 times per ¤day)","","","source potassium","none","","FruitVeggy"
"Spicebush","Lindera Benzoin","yeast infections","yeast infections","bark of the plant","","take as a tea","","","Herb"
