Types of Herbs

Red Beet Root
Red beet root cleanses the blood and kidneys, reduces inflammation, cleanses toxic wastes to help liver and spleen function and encourages healthy blood cell formation.

Red Clover Tops
It balances the female hormone estrogen, used to treat menstrual and menopausal problems, such as hot flashes. It also reduces the loss of elasticity in large arteries in menopausal women, removes mucus congestion from the chest and respiratory system; relieves cramping and spasms; treats eczema and other skin problems, fights infection, suppresses the appetite, purifies the blood and relaxes the nerves; used to treat tumors and certain types of cancer; contains mild blood-thinning properties; used for bronchitis, asthma, and whooping cough.

Red Peony Root
Nourishes and purifies the blood; eliminates blood stagnation; used in treating female complaints of menstrual irregularity and abdominal pain; aids in preventing anaemia and emotional nervous problems.

Red Sage Root
Dilates blood vessels thereby increasing the flow of blood, oxygen, and nutrients to vital organs; invigorates the blood; reduces cholesterol levels; dissolves blood clots; keeps blood vessels soft and supple; reduces symptoms of estrogen deficiency, such as hot flashes; reduces sweating and salivation; stimulates the central nervous system and digestive tract; used for cardiac pain, abdominal pain, and joint pain.

Rose Hips Berry
An anti-oxidant and a rich source of Vitamin C, containing 20 times more Vitamin C than oranges; fights the common cold, flu and respiratory infections; strengthens the arterial system; alleviates stresses and strains of everyday life; soothes coughing; used as a blood and kidney tonic; used to treat colic, urinary tract, and bladder ailments.

Rosemary Leaf
Contains over a dozen different anti-oxidants that protect cells from aging; prevents cancer-causing carcinogens from binding to DNA; stimulates liver detoxification of carcinogens; enhances memory, and prevents or slows the progression of Alzheimer's disease, by improving blood circulation to the brain; helps prevent cataract and heart disease; used to treat headaches, indigestion, colic, nausea, flatulence, muscular pain, and depression; fights inflammation, bacteria, and fungi; used for circulation problems and menstrual cramps.

Saw Palmetto Berry
In men, this is used to treat and relieve symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH); it shrinks the prostate and releases the squeeze of the urethra, so that, urine flows normally; increases urine volume, decreases frequent urination, and more ease of urination. In women, this helps relieve painful periods and regulates the menstrual cycle; stimulates the production of prolactin, a female hormone that promotes breast enlargement. Used to treat urinary tract and bladder infections; has an aphrodisiac effect by enhancing sexual functioning and sexual desire.

Schizandra Berry
Increases blood supply to the brain, muscles, liver, nerves, and the entire body; increases mental alertness, concentration and memory; protects individuals against the effects of radiation; normalizes blood sugar and blood pressure; boosts stamina and endurance; used as a sexual tonic; in females, it moisturizes and sensitizes the genitalia; helps regeneration and detoxification of the liver; stimulates the gastro intestinal tract, central nervous system, liver, kidneys, adrenals, lungs and immune system; prevents chronic coughs, excessive sweating, irritability, and vaginal discharge.

Sok-Day Root
Purifies and nourishes the blood; strengthens the kidneys; helps heal bones and tendon damage; used to treat anaemia and heart weakness; prevents dizziness and palpitations; a hormonal precursor to treat menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes, night sweats, and excessive thirst; eliminates excessive fluid and acids; stimulates energy; strengthens the immune system.

St. John’s Wort
This is used to treat depression, anxiety, nervous disorders, and eating disorders; reduces and controls tumor growths; effective in treating insomnia and "mental burnout" conditions, such as chronic fatigue syndrome.

Stinging Nettle Leaf
Used to reduce an enlarged prostate (BPH); increases urine flow; treats urinary tract infections, kidney stones, and hay fever; has anti-inflammatory properties, which is useful for treating arthritis and rheumatism; used as a detoxifier to flush the toxins out of one's body; improves short term memory; elevates mood; rich in silicon which is beneficial in stimulating hair growth and improving the condition of the hair and skin.

Turmeric Rhizomes
It helps to inhibit the activity of certain proteins that may trigger the growth of breast tumors; lowers cholesterol; prevents plaque formation and inhibits the formation of blood clots by inhibiting platelet aggregation; contains a powerful anti-inflammatory chemical called curcumin that is effective for arthritis symptoms; aids circulation and improves blood vessel health; stimulates the flow of bile and the breakdown of dietary fats; used to treat liver related disorders, such as jaundice; protects against gall bladder disease; contains substances that help prevent the liver from being damaged by toxic chemicals; may help prevent and dissolve gallstones; lessens PMS symptoms by regulating and balancing hormones.

Uva Ursi Leaf
A diuretic that contains anti-biotic factors that kill bacteria; helps prevent and treat kidney and bladder infections; dissolves kidney and bladder stones; eliminates uric acid from the body; has mild astringent properties which flush and cleanse the entire urinary tract; keeps harmful mineral salts from forming obstructions; strengthens the heart muscle; treats disorders of the spleen, liver, pancreas, small intestine, diabetes and prostate disorders.

Valerian Root
A "natural valium" that acts as a mild tranquilizer by calming the nerves; eases muscle spasms; relieves menstrual cramps and premenstrual syndrome; relaxes the muscles in the digestive system; used in treating insomnia; hastens sleep, improves sleep quality and reduces nighttime awakenings; helpful in treating anxiety, panic attacks, tension, and headaches; improves circulation and reduces mucus from colds; relieves irritable bowel syndrome; lowers blood pressure.

White Willow Bark
A "natural aspirin" without the side effects; rich in the compound salicin, which reduces pain and fever; inhibits the spread of degenerative diseases; prevents platelet aggregation or blood clotting; may reduce the risk of a heart attack.

Wild Yam Root
Contains hormone precursors to the female hormone progesterone; a hormone balancer for fatigue and menstrual problems; treats symptoms of menopause, including hot flashes, headaches, and vaginal dryness; contains saponins that have anti-inflammatory effects which helps in treating the pain and stiffness of arthritis; relaxes muscles, spasms, and abdominal and intestinal cramps; treats chronic gas or flatulence; used for colic, gallbladder disorders, hypoglycemia, irritable bowel syndrome, kidney stones, and neuralgia.

Wood Betony Leaf
Has aphrodisiac qualities by stimulating the sex drive; stimulates the heart and relaxes muscles; tones and strengthens the nervous system; treats nervousness associated with anxiety or tension; used to treat chronic headaches, dizziness, neuralgia, pains in the head and face, heartburn, indigestion, stomach cramps, gout, colic, urinary, bladder and kidney pain.

Wu Chi Root
Aids in reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels; helps relieve arthritic pain; oxygenates the blood; used to treat impotence; helps relieves stress; treats bronchitis and chronic lung ailments.

Yarrow Leaf
An excellent blood purifier that has anti-biotic properties; regulates the functions of the liver and thyroid, relieves menstrual cramps; balances hormones; used to treat heavy menstrual bleeding, fibroid tumors, and menopausal hot flashes; aids in the treatment of ulcers and hemorrhoids; stimulates the liver to flush out body wastes; treats urinary tract infections; reduces inflammation; treats the common cold, flu, sore throat, indigestion, and heart burn.

Yellow Dock Root
A superior blood purifier and lymphatic cleanser; improves colon and liver function; used to treat chronic skin aliments, such as psoriasis, eczema, hives, rashes, herpes, and acne; prevents anemia; eliminates intestinal parasites; regulates hormones; good for inflammation of the nasal passages and respiratory tract.

Yerba Mate Leaf
A physical stimulant that produces a long-lasting energy boost and keeps you mentally alert; stimulates the burning of fat; encourages weight loss by suppressing the appetite; stimulates brain and memory function by increasing circulation; fights free radicals; cleanses the blood; stimulates the production of cortisone; enhances the healing power and effectiveness of other herbs; contains polyphenols, like green tea and red wine, which has shown to provide significant anti-oxidant protection, which inhibits the onset of cancer by blocking the formation of cancer-causing compounds like nitrosamines.

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