Elder
(Sambucus nigra) Description The elder has diuretic and anti-mucus actions. It contains B-complex vitamins, calcium, carbohydrates, fat, potassium, protein, rutin, tannic acid, tyrosin, vitamins A and C. The potent parts of the plant are the berries, flowers,...
Echinacea
(Echinacea) Description Echinacea originated in North America where the native Americans used it poultices, mouthwashes, and teas. Now popular worldwide, with herbalists prescribing the herb whenever anyone has infection or pus in or on their body. It is a blood...
Dong Quai
(Angelica sinensis) Description This is a vital herb used by Chinese medicine practitioners as a treatment for several gynaecological complaints. According to traditional Chinese medicine, this herb is characterised as sweet, acrid, bitter, and warm. How It May...
Devil’s Claw
(Harpagophytum procumbens) Description Devil’s claw has been used for centuries by Africans because of its ability to heal. Traditionally, the dried root was made into a tea used to treat indigestion, fevers, and blood disorders, while the fresh root was used...
Dandelion
(Taraxacum officinale) Description Dandelion is a common garden weed but is touted as a valuable herbal remedy. It acts as a natural diuretic while also supplying potassium, a nutrient that is often lost through diuretic use. The plant is rich in the...
Damiana
(Turnera diffusa) Description This herb is renowned as an aphrodisiac throughout the world. It works because it enhances the action of testosterone. It is also an anti-depressant and mood enhancer. It has been used as a food additive in sweets, baked goods, and...
Corn Silk
(Zea mays) Description The part of the corn cob that is medicinal is the silky, golden threads at the end of the cob. These silky strands are particularly helpful for the kidneys, and urinary tract. They contain silica, sodium and potassium and calcium and magnesium...
Copper
Recommended Dietary Intakes Adults - 1.5 mg to 3 mg This Vitamin Is Essential For formation of bone, haemoglobin and red blood cells.helps in the absorption and use of iron.assists in the regulation of blood pressure and heart...
Comfrey
(Symphytum officinale) Description This herb has a very good reputation as a wound healer. It soothes, heals and reduces inflammation. Taking this product internally raises some controversy and is not recommended unless you are under the careful...
Cobalt
This Mineral Is Essential For The mineral cobalt is part of vitamin B12. Cobalt helps form red blood cells and maintain nerve tissue. Consuming large amounts of inorganic cobalt stimulates growth of the thyroid gland and may lead to the overproduction of red...
Cinnamon Twig
(Cinnamomum cassia) Description Cinnamon twigs are used for colds, flu, arthritis, and minor gynaecological problems. Only use good quality twigs - those that have a deep red/brown colour and strong scent. While cinnamon twigs have a lot in common...
Cinnamon Bark
(Cinnamomum cassia) Description Chinese herbalists use cinnamon bark as a stimulant. The tree’s outer bark is the common spice; the inner bark contains the potent oil and has stronger medicinal effects. This bark is characterised as hot, acrid, and sweet...