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Subscribe to RSSAn Introduction to Bugleweed
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Sep 02, 2010
Bugleweed, also known as Lycopus virginicus, is from the mint family and is found in nature in very wet areas in North America and throughout Europe. The leaves and flowers from this plant are used traditionally for the treatment of cough and as a sedative. Bugleweed is currently used in treating mild hyperthyroidism.
An explanation of The Boneset Herb
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Aug 26, 2010
Boneset, also known as Europatorium perfoliatrum, belongs to the same family as echinacea and daisy and grows mainly in North America. The leaves and flowering tops are used medicinally. Native Americans used boneset for the treatment of fever and a wide range of infections.
Blue Cohosh
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Aug 20, 2010
Blue Cohosh, also known as Caulophyllum thalictroides, is native to North America. The roots of this flower are used medicinally. It has used traditionally by Native Americans to induce labor and menstruation and to treat painful periods.
Vegetarian Bloodroot
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Aug 11, 2010
Bloodroot, also known as Sanguinaria Canadensis, is found natively in North America and India and gains its name from the orange-red coloring of the root and rhizomes. Native Americans used it traditionally in rituals, medicine and for body paint. It has been used for halitosis (bad breath), gingivitis, sore throat, cough and rheumatic pains.
Vegetarian Blessed Thistle for Digestive Problems
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Aug 05, 2010
Blessed Thistle, also known as Cnicus benedictus is native to Asia and Europe, although it is grown now in many parts of the world. The leaves, stems and flowers have been used traditionally for digestive problems such as gas, constipation, stomach upset, liver and gallbladder disease.
Vegetarian Bladderwrack
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Jul 29, 2010
Bladderwrack, also known as Fucus vesiculosus, is a brown algae found in the northern Athlantic and Pacific coasts of the United States and baltic coast of Europe. The thallus of the bladderwrack has been used medicinally for heartburn, reflux, constipation, hypothyroidism, obesity and wound healing.
Vegetarian Black Elderberry
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Jul 22, 2010
Black elderberry, also known as elderberry, European elder, elder and Sambucus nigra, is a large shrub that can grow up to 30 feet and is native to Europe, Africa and parts of Asia. It has been used for centuries to treat wounds and for respiratory illnesses such as colds and flu.
Vegetarian Black Cohosh for Symptomatic Relief of Menopause
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Jul 15, 2010
Black cohosh, also known as Cimicifuga racemosa, is native to the eastern part of North America. Black cohosh has been traditionally used by Native American for conditions ranging from gynecological problems to rattlesnake bites and was used by 19th century American physicians for fever, menstrual cramps, arthritis and insomnia.
Vegetarian Astragalus
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Jul 08, 2010
Astragalus, also known as Astragalus membranaceus and Huang qi, is naturally found in China. There are over 2,000 types of astragalus although this Chinese version has been the most tested. The founder of Chinese herbal medicine classified it as a superior herb and it has been used traditionally in China for fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, night sweats and diarrhea.
Vegetarian Ashwagandha For Immune Support And Wellness
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Jul 01, 2010
Ashwagandha, also known as Withania somniferum and “Indian ginseng”, is part of the pepper family and is native to India and Africa. It has been used in traditional Indian and Ayurvedic medicine for inflammation, a large range of infectious diseases, to thicken milk, and to promote overall wellness. It was used traditionally among tribal peoples of Africa for fevers and inflammatory conditions.
Vegetarian Artichoke for Indigestion
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Jun 23, 2010
Artichoke, Cynara scolymus, is one of the world’s oldest medicinal plants. The ancient Egyptians used it for fertility, and the Greeks and Romans used it as a digestive aid.
Vegetarian Sweet Annie
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Jun 17, 2010
Sweet annie, also known as Artemisia annua, qinghao and sweet wormwood, is an herb originated in Asia and Europe and is now found around the world. The ancient Chinese used it traditionally for treatment of fevers, infectious diarrhea also multiple infections such as malaria and other parasites.
Vegetarian Arnica For Bruises, Sprains and Muscle Aches
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Jun 09, 2010
Arnica, also known as Arnica Monta,and Leopard’s bane, is a perennial that can grow up to 2 feet with yellow-orange flowers, similar to daisies. Arnica has been in use for many centuries by Native Americans and Europeans for bruises, soothing muscle aches and healing wounds.
Vegetarian Anise, A Natural Alternative To Cough Syrup
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Jun 02, 2010
Anise, also known as pimpinella nisum, is originally found in Europe but is now grown throughout the world. It is a fragrant plant used in herbal medicine and as a cooking spice. It has been used in multiple cultures for multiple ailments ranging from cough, bronchitis, indigestion, gas, parasite infections and breast-feeding support.
