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Cinchona Bark and Quinine
  • April 23, 2024

Cinchona Bark and Quinine

Native Americans have made many contributions to the world as is documented in the book Indian Givers: How the Indians of the Americas Transformed the World by Jack Weatherford. Much of the information about the South American herb cinchona (Cinchona officinalis and other species) comes from that book. One of these important contributions made by Natives of the Americas was in the field of medicine. Malaria used to ravage Africa, Europe, and Asia and it has been estimated that it killed about two…

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Alfalfa's Sweet Relative: Melilot
  • April 17, 2024

Alfalfa's Sweet Relative: Melilot

Also known as sweet clover, melilot can soothe digestion, reduce edema, and aid circulation. It is an ingredient formulas for varicose veins and venous circulation because it does have blood-moving effects.

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The Medicinal Uses and Health Benefits of Tea
  • April 10, 2024

The Medicinal Uses and Health Benefits of Tea

Tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world and it has many potential health benefits. It has powerful antioxidant properties and can aid mental alertness, fight fatigue, and may aid in weight loss. It even appears to help fight cavities and gum disease.

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Quercetin
  • April 1, 2024

Quercetin

A flavonoid for reducing allergies and fighting viral infections, quercetin works with vitamin C to prevent free radical damage and keep vitamin C active. Quercetin is found in many foods such as onions, apples, blueberries, kale, cherry tomatoes, and broccoli.

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Soybeans: Healthy Food or Health Hazard?
  • March 26, 2024

Soybeans: Healthy Food or Health Hazard?

While soy is promoted as a health food, there are pros and cons to eating soy. Soy is high in phytoestrogens and can be helpful for menopause and PMS associated with low estrogen. But, they may be contraindicated with low thyroid, problems with infertility, or when they cause problems with indigestion.

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Grapefruit and Pink Grapefruit Essential Oil
  • March 19, 2024

Grapefruit and Pink Grapefruit Essential Oil

Grapefruit is a low-calorie food with a high content of vitamin C, fiber, potassium, and other nutrients. It is a low glycemic food to help with weight loss and blood sugar. The essential oil can help a person feel happier and more relaxed when they are stressed, tense, frustrated, irritable, or moody.

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Rose Geranium and Wild Geranium
  • March 11, 2024

Rose Geranium and Wild Geranium

Geraniums can help ease problems with PMS and menopause and are useful for wound healing. The herb is a strong astringent that can help stop bleeding and heal various types of sores or wounds.

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Clary Sage
  • March 5, 2024

Clary Sage

An estrogenic essential oil to calm the mind and improve the mood, clary sage is a good remedy for indigestion when taken as a tea. It eases gas and bloating and helps with intestinal dysbiosis. It can also be used to regulate sweating.

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