by admin | Jun 26, 2020 | Vitamins, Minerals and Herbs
(Glycyrrhiza glabra) Description This herb has been used since ancient times to treat a variety of common ailments. It is sweet to taste and is often used as a gentle and effective laxative. Chinese and Western herbalists also use liquorice root as a cough...
by admin | Jun 26, 2020 | Vitamins, Minerals and Herbs
(Cymbopogon citratus) Description Lemongrass is not only a great tasting addition to your cooking, it has been used for many years by the South Americans. These people made teas from blades of lemongrass and used this as a remedy for fevers, gastrointestinal and...
by admin | Jun 26, 2020 | Vitamins, Minerals and Herbs
(Lavandula officinalis) Description This is a very popular herb with Aromatherapists as it possesses a pretty fragrance. As well as having a nice scent, the herb also possesses wonderful medicinal properties and can also be used near clothes to keep the moths...
by admin | Jun 26, 2020 | Vitamins, Minerals and Herbs
(Cola vera) (or Cola nitada) Description The seeds of the Kola tree supply the flavouring of the world’s most popular soft drink. Kola is a stimulant that is often prescribed for overall mental fatigue or depression. It is also used to treat...
by admin | Jun 26, 2020 | Vitamins, Minerals and Herbs
(Fucus sp). Description Kelp contains many nutrients that are beneficial to our whole system. It is a type of seaweed, rich in iodine which is vital for the proper functioning of the thyroid gland. Kelp is particularly good for the hair, skin and...
by admin | Jun 26, 2020 | Vitamins, Minerals and Herbs
(Piper methysticum) Description Kava is used to make a popular drink used in the Pacific Island region. In the west, kava is frequently prescribed as an antidepressant, for treating anxiety and tension. It has a diuretic effect and because of this, it is also...