Damiana Materia Medica
Damiana was beloved by the Aztecs and Mayans, used to treat impotency, increase sexual drive in both men and women, and stimulate the nervous system while promoting relaxation. Traditionally the fragrant leaves were brewed as a tea and sweetened with sugar or honey to stimulate lovemaking and is featured in Central American mystical folklore for […]
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Dr. Oz
A NOTE ON HERBS RECOMENDED BY DR. OZ First off, we want to start this article by saying we applaud Dr. Oz’s championing of natural health alternatives, his focus on healthy eating and exercise, and his over-all philosophy of empowering people to take their health into their own hands. But we want to point […]
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Dong Quai Materia Medica
Dong quai is one of the most frequently used herbs in Asia with its use dating back to the Han Dynasty (A.D. 25-220). It has been a medicinal herb for thousands of years in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean medicines. Dong quai has been called the “female ginseng” because of its usefulness for numerous health conditions […]
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Black Cohosh Materia Medica
MATERIA MEDICA: BLACK COHOSH This well-known herb goes above and beyond it’s commonly understood uses, from women’s issues, to depression, to muscle aches, it’s versatility makes it shine. Latin Name: Actaea racemosa (formerly Cimicifuga racemosa) Plant Family: Ranunculaceae (Buttercup Family) Parts Used: rhizome, root Description & Growing Black cohosh is a perennial that can reach 8 feet in […]
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