192 results found for “naminos*”

Parts used: Inner barkPropertiesAdaptogen, alterative, analgesic, antifungal, antimicrobial, antineoplastic, antiviral, astringent, blood purifierPrimary nutrientsCalcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, sodium, vitamins A, B-complex, and C, zincPau d’arco has become a well-known herb for healing and protecting the body from disease.  There seems to be...

Parts used: LeavesPropertiesAlterative, aphrodisiac, diuretic, nervine, stimulant, purgative (gentle)Primary nutrientsCalcium, potassium, protein, selenium, sodium, vitamin A, C and B-complex, zincTraditional uses of damiana include nervousness, fatigue, hormone balance, female disorders and increasing sexual function.  It is used most often for treating female disorders such...

Parts used: BarkPropertiesAromatic, astringent, expectorantPrimary nutrientsCalcium, copper, iodine, manganese, nickel, sodium, vitamins A and C, zincTraditionally, white pine bark was used for treating colds, coughs, scurvy, kidney ailments, chest congestion and dysentery.  A poultice was applied to wounds to speed healing.The bark is an excellent...

Parts used: Entire plantPropertiesAlterative, antacid, antibiotic, demulcent, diuretic, hypotensive, mucilant, nutritivePrimary nutrientsAluminum, barium, bismuth, boron, calcium, chlorine, chromium, cobalt, copper, gallium, iodine, iron, lithium, magnesium, manganese, nickel, phosphorus, potassium, silicon, silver, sodium, strontium, sulfur, tin, titanium, vanadium, vitamins A, B-complex, C, E, G, S and...

Parts used: Leaves and rootPropertiesAlterative, anti-inflammatory, antilithic, antirheumatic, blood purifier, diuretic, lithotriptic, stimulantPrimary nutrientsCalcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, protein, selenium, silicon, sodium, vitamins A and C, zincFor centuries, Devil’s Claw has been used to treat various ailments without any harmful side effects. It...

Parts used: Root & leavesPropertiesAbortifacient, anthelminthicPrimary nutrientsLipophilic flavonoids, sesquiterpene lactonesPopular in witchcraft, mugwort is said to promote lucid dreaming and astral travel.  Smoking or eating mugwort before going to sleep is supposed to make dreams more intense and help the dreamer remember them upon waking.Mugwort...

Parts used: LeavesPropertiesAnthelmintic and purgative (mild)Primary nutrientsCalcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, potassium, selenium, silicon, sodium, vitamins A, B-complex and C, zincSenna is considered a useful laxative.  It increases the intestinal peristaltic movements.  It has a strong effect on the entire intestinal tract, especially the colon.  Many...

Parts used: RootPropertiesAlterative, antispasmodic, diuretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, nervine, oxytocicPrimary nutrientsCalcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, sodium, sulfur, vitamins A, B1, B2, C, K, F, zincModern research supports the use of black cohosh for high blood pressure and heart problems because it...

Parts used: Whole plant, which is a common seaweedPropertiesAdaptogen, antibiotic, anti-hypothyroid, anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic, blood tonic, diuretic (mild), endocrine gland stimulant, nutritive, laxative, metabolic stimulant, stimulates the circulation of lymphPrimary nutrientsOne of the richest sources of minerals (micro-nutrients) chiefly copper, iodine, manganese, silicon, sodium, sulphur, zincBladderwrack,...

Parts used: Berries, flowers & leavesPropertiesAlterative, antispasmodic, astringent, cardio-alterative, diuretic, sedative, vasodilatorPrimary nutrientsCholine, inositol, vitamins A, B-complex and C with bioflavonoidsHawthorn contains many different constituents that work together to benefit the heart and body.  It can feed and strengthen the heart and arteries.  It seems...

Parts used: SilkPropertiesAlterative, antilithic, antiseptic, cholagogue, diuretic, demulcent, lithotriptic, mucilant, stimulant (mild)Primary nutrientsSilicon, PABA, vitamins K and BCornsilk is used for bladder complaints because of its cleansing effect on the urea as it circulates.  It is also valuable for the treatment of renal and...

Parts used: Aerial partsPropertiesAnti-spasmodic, cardiac tonic, emmenagogue, hepatic, nervine, sedativeThe names of this plant show its range of uses.  ‘Motherwort’ shows its relevance to menstrual and uterine conditions whilst ‘cardiaca’ indicates its used in heart and circulation treatments.It is valuable in the stimulation of delayed...

Parts used: RootPropertiesAntifungal, antimicrobial, antioxidant, aromatic, carminative, diuretic (mild), expectorant, laxative (mild), stomachicPrimary nutrientsCalcium, iron, potassium, vitamins A and CSweet cicely is rarely used in modern herbal medicine but has been valued as a medicinal herb in folk medicine for a long time.Sweet cicely...

Parts used: Herb and leavesPropertiesAlterative, anthelmintic, febrifuge, stomachicPrimary nutrientsCalcium, cobalt, manganese, potassium, sodium, tin, vitamins C and B-complexHerbalists value wormwood as a stimulant to promote sweating and improve digestion.  It can expel worms and improve liver function.Wormwood has been used for poor circulation, rheumatism, fevers,...

Parts used: LeavesPropertiesAnalgesic, anti-catarrhal, antispasmodic, antitussive, astringent, demulcent, diuretic, expectorant, mucilant, vulneraryPrimary nutrientsCalcium, iron, potassium, sulfur, vitamins A, B-complex, and DTraditionally, mullein is well known for its use in treating respiratory disorders such as asthma, bronchitis, coughs, tuberculosis and congestion.  It can help loosen mucus...