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Astragalus Materia Medica

Astragalus is one of the most treasured herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), revered not for targeting any single illness, but for the way it nourishes, balances, and strengthens the whole of the body. Known as Huang Qi (“Yellow Leader”), astragalus has long been seen as a leader among tonic herbs, a plant ally that […]

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Saw Palmetto

THIS WELL KNOWN “MEN’S HERB” IS AN EXCELLENT NUTRITIVE TONIC FOR FERTILITY, AND NOT JUST FOR MEN… Saw Palmetto is most popular for its use for symptoms of enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hypertrophy – BPH).  It is even commonly recommended as an alternative treatment by the U.S. FDA for this condition (BPH). Its ethnobotanical uses […]

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Lemon Balm Materia Medica

The Bright-Hearted Herb of Calm and Clarity “Lemon Balm causeth the mind and the heart to be merry,” wrote the great Arabic physician Avicenna, and for those who’ve sipped its sun-warmed leaves in tea or brushed past it in a garden, this truth is deeply felt. Bright, lemony, and ever-giving, Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) has […]

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Catnip Materia Medica

THIS PLANT MAY SEND CAT’S INTO A FRENZY, BUT IT’S CALMING FOR BOTH CHILDREN AND ADULTS ALIKE Catnip, a perennial herb belonging to the mint family, grows wild as a weed in every U.S. state except Florida and Hawaii. This weed, loved by the household cat for its stimulating effects, actually is traditionally believed to […]

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Shepherd’s Purse

Shepherd’s purse if one of the most common and widely spread flowering plants in the world. Shepherd’s purse gets its unique name from the shape of the seed pod that resembles the silhouette of the purse shepherds used to carry. Shepherd’s purse is a folk remedy for treating diarrhea, bleeding, and to stimulate uterine contractions. […]

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Elderberry Materia Medica

High in vitamin C, quercetin, and bioflavonoids, elderberries may be small, but they carry an ancient reputation as mighty protectors. These glossy, jewel-like fruits have nourished and safeguarded people for centuries, weaving together nourishment, immune strength, and the simple delight of their tart-sweet flavor. Traditional & Modern Uses Elderberries are perhaps best known for their […]

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Oat Straw

  You have probably seen him. That little Honey Nut Cheerios Bee named Buzz. He zips around on television and tells everyone about just how good oat-rich Cheerios are for lowering cholesterol, balancing diabetes and aiding in digestion. Buzz is right, but he is just hitting the surface of how strengthening this heart-healthy plant can be. […]

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Holy Basil Materia Medica

The Incomparable One At first glance, holy basil (Ocimum sanctum) might resemble the sweet basil growing in your kitchen garden—but this plant is no ordinary culinary herb. Known as tulsi in India, which means “the incomparable one,” holy basil has long held a sacred place in spiritual and healing traditions across cultures. In Hindu households, […]

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Ginger Materia Medica

Maybe you have tried this spicy, snappy root when you are out for a bite of sushi. Or perhaps you have caught on to the candied ginger craze- consuming it in taffy or crystallized form. Regardless of your preconceived notions about this fiery herb, listen to the health benefits that it is loaded with! Ginger […]

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Turmeric

Native to southern Asia, turmeric is a perennial with long bladelike leaves. The root of this plant is where the common turmeric ingredient is sourced. The rich orange flesh of the root is wrapped in a tough brown skin, concealing the sweet and warming essence. Also known as Indian yellow ginger, turmeric is well known […]

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