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Herbal remedy definition for Lavender : Flowers - Relieves stress and depression, and is beneficial for the skin. Good for burns and headaches, psoriasis, and skin problems.

Lemongrass leaves : Has astringent and tonic properties. Good for the skin and nails.

Licorice root : Cleanses the colon, decreases muscular spasms, increase fluidity of mucus in the lungs and bronchial tubes, and promotes adrenal gland function. Has estrogen and progestogerone-like effects; may change the pitch of voice. Benefical for allergy disorders, emphysema, fever, herpesvirus infection, hypoglucemia, and inflammatory bowel disorders. This improves intestinal cell life, and enhances microcirculation in the gastronintestinal lining.

Licorice Roots : Caution should not be used during pregnancy, or by persons with diabetes, glaucoma, high blood pressure, sevre menstrual problems, or a history of stroke.

Herbal remedy definition for Nettle : Flowers, leaves, roots - A diuretic, expectorant, pain reliever, and tonic. Contains vital minerals that are essential in many disorders. Good for anemia, arthritis, hay fever, and other allegic disorders, kidney problems, and malabsorbtion syndrome. Improves goiter, inflammatory conditions, and mucous conditions of the lungs.

Peppermint : Flowering, Top Leaves - Enhances digestion by increasing stomach acidity. Slightly anesthetizes mucous membranes and the gastrointestinal tract. Useful for chills, colic, diarrhea, headaches, heart trouble, indigestion, nausea, and spasms.

Herbal remedy definition for Red Clover : Flowers - Acts as an antibiotic, appetite supressant, blood purifier, and relaxant. Good for bacterial infections, HIV and AIDS, inflamed lungs,  kidneys, liver diseases, skin problems, and weakened immune systems.

Rosemary : Leaves - Fights bacteria, relaxes the stomach, stimulates circulation and digestion, and acts as an astringent and decongestant.  Improves cirulation to the brain. Also, helps prevent liver toxicity, and has anticancer and antitumor properties. Good for headaches, high and low blood pressure, circulatory problems, and menstrual cramps.

Herbal remedy definition for Sage: Leaves - Stimulates the central nervous system and digestive tract, and has estrogenic effects on the body. Reduces sweating and salivation. Good for hot flashes and other symptoms of estrogen deficiency, whether in menopause or following hysterectomy. Benefical for disorders affecting the mouth and throat, such as tonsilitis. In tea form, can be used as a hair rinse to promote shine and growth. Also, used to dry up milk when women wish to stop nursing.

Caution: Interfers with Iron absorption. Should not be taken by individuals with seizure disorders.

St JohnsWort: Flowers leaves, stem - May help to inhibit viral infections, including HIV and herpes. Good for depression and nerve pain.

Herbal remedy definition for Slippery Elm : Inner Bark - Soothes inflamed mucous membranes of the bowels, stomach, and urinary tract. Good for diarrhea and ulcers and for treatments of colds, flu and sore throats. Also called moose elm, and red elm.

Thyme : Berries, Flowers, Leaves - Eliminates gas and reduces fever, headaches, and mucus. Has strong antiseptic properties. Lowers cholesterol levels.  Good for croup and other respiratory problems, and for fever, headache and liver disease. Eliminates scalp itching and flaking caused by candidiasis.

Valerian Root: Improves cirulation and acts as a sedative. Reduces mucus from colds. Good for anxiety, fatigue, high blood pressure, insomnia, menstural cramps, muscle cramps, pain, spasms, stress and ulcers.

Herbal remedy definition for White Willow Bark – Relieves pain. Good for headaches, backaches, nerve pain, toothaches, and injuries. Caution : May interfere with absorption of iron and  other minerals when taken internally.

Yerba santa :”Yerba mate” - Cleanses the blood, controls the appetite, fights aging, stimulates the production of cortisone, and tones the nervous system. Is believed to enhance the healing powers of other herbs. Useful for allergies, constipation, and inflammatory bowel  disorders.

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