(Agathosma spp) Description The leaves of this small South African shrub are often used to increase the production of urine. It is also used to treat urinary tract infections and kidney stones. Buchu has a mint like smell and taste.  How It May Benefit You...

(Eupatorium perfoliatum) Description This herb is used to treat fever. Herbalists may recommend boneset for patients who suffer from colds and influenza. As well as helping reduce fever, boneset can clear mucus from the respiratory tract.  How It May Benefit You...

(Sanguinaria canadensis) Description The red substance made from the root of this plant is potentially very harmful and can cause serious side effects if taken liberally.  For this reason, the root is prescribed predominantly as an external remedy to relieve...

(Cimicifuga racemosa) This herb is also known as black snakeroot. Description This plant contains substances that act like the female hormone oestrogen. Consequently, it is prescribed for several menstrual and menopausal conditions.  It has anti-inflammatory and...

(VITAMIN B7, VITAMIN H) Recommended Dietary Intakes 30 mcg to 300 mcg  This Vitamin Is Essential For helps convert food to energyrequired for the synthesis of carbohydrates, proteins, and fatty acids. healthy hair, skin, and nails. cell...

(Vaccinium myrtillus) Description This herb has been used for a long time to improve night vision. Bilberry may actually help other eye problems, such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. Bilberry strengthens the capillaries and also has an antioxidant...

(Ocimum basilicum)  Description This herb comes from the mint family and the part of the plant used for medicinal purposes is the leaves. It improves the cardiovascular system, digestive and immune system as well as assisting with nervous problems. How It May...

(Berberis vulgaris) Description Barberry is often prescribed for several liver problems, to decrease heart rate and slow breathing, aid digestion, and fight infection.  How It May Benefit You jaundicehepatitisanaemiaindigestionkills bacteria on the...

(Astragalus membranaceus) Description This is one of the most used and best known herbs of Chinese medicine. This herb is renowned for stimulating the immune system and aiding digestion problems.  It also heals burns and abscesses, counteracts the negative...

(Withania somnifera) Description This herb is widely used in Indian medicine and is commonly called Indian Ginseng. It helps people who are under stress, and also is reputed to be an anti-inflammatory agent and a sedative.  This plant also strengthens the body....

(Arnica montana) Description Arnica grows in mountain areas in Europe. This herb is great for accidents as it is an astringent. It discourages bruising, swelling and pain if used quickly. It also relieves muscle aches, sprains, strains and any other sort of fall....

(Prunus armeniaca) Description  Apricot seeds are used by Chinese herbalists to relieve bronchial problems. These seeds also known as bitter almonds, are believed to serve as an expectorant and also help to stop coughing. In addition apricot seeds may act as a...