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Sunday, 23 May 2004
Chinese Multi Herb Formula
Chrysanthemum Flower (Ju Hua) - This flower of a special variety of Chrysanthemum is used in China to improve the circulation in the head and face and is thus traditionally used for headaches and sinus conditions. Since it has a cooling action, it is used to relieve red, swollen eyes such as that caused by smog and summer heat.

Mulberry Herb - It's availability of GABA lowers blood pressure, the phytosterol reduces cholesterol and deoxy-nojirimycin helps reducing blood sugar levels. Prevents you from a constipation without a laxative effect.

Dandelion Leaf - The root especially effects all forms of secretion and excretion from the body. By acting to remove poisons from the body, it acts as a tonic and stimulant as well.

Hawthorne Berry - European physicians often prescribe hawthorn as a substitute for digitalis, likely the most popular medicine for enhancing the contractility of a weakened heart.

Cocklebur Fruit - Opens the nasal passages, assists in dispersing breath, expels dampness, and relieves throat and nose itching.

Licorice Root - Helpful for gastric bleeding, prevention and for long term treatment of ulcers, and tissue rebuilding.

Angelica Root - Used to treat colds, indigestion, and rheumatism. The roots are liver and uterine stimulants.

Lycium Berry - A powerful antioxidant that contains 18 kinds of amino acids (six times higher than bee pollen), more beta carotene than carrots, and 500 times the amount of vitamin C by weight than oranges. It is loaded with vitamin B1, B2, B6 and Vitamin E. It has been found effective in increasing white blood cells, protecting liver function, lowering cholesterol, relieving hyper-tension, helping strengthen the immune system while building muscle tissue and burning body fat.

Suan Zao Seed - Nourishes and calms the heart and is a major traditional herb for insomnia.

Ginseng Root - Increases resistance to the effects of stress and improves circulation and mental functioning. Health conditions contributed to be stress include increased acidity of the body chemistry, back pain, cancer, Crohn's disease (inflammation of the intestinal tract), depression, chronic diarrhea, digestive disorders, hair loss, headaches, hypertension or high blood pressure, impotence, insomnia, TMJ syndromes (jaw pain and clicking), nervous and anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive behaviors, various skin conditions, and finally, ulcers. Ginseng, whether it comes from Korea or Minnesota, is for people who have chronic fever, thirst, hot flashes, people who crave excess sweets and have excess hunger.

Chinese Asparagus Root - Chosen to strengthen the kidney and liver functions, improve vision and calm the nerves.

Walnut Fruit - Supports the digestive and glandular systems. Traditionally, black walnut hulls have been taken to enhance intestinal functioning, including soothing the lower intestinal tract and supporting the body's parasite-fighting efforts. Black Walnut is also high in iodine, and may help encourage glandular and thyroid health.

Longan Fruit - Used for the treatment of digestive problems, while Longan roots are known to promote the healing of bruises as well as breaking down phlegm for easier expulsion.

Codonopsis Root (Tang Shen) - Benefits the lungs and is helpful in treating chronic cough and shortness of breath.

Solomon's Seal Rhizome (Polyggonatum Multiflorum) - Rehydrates cells and prevents dehydration.

Dodder Seed - Dodder seed is considered to be a superior anti-aging herb and is used in vitality tonics to support the reproductive system.

Tangerine Peel - Regulates the digestion. Used for bloating, nausea and vomiting. Clears Phlegm.

Fo Ti Root - Can lower blood cholesterol levels, help prevent arteriosclerosis, reduce hypertension and lower incidence of coronary heart disease. Chinese medicine also indicates Fo-Ti as having anti-toxic, anti-swelling and tranquilizing properties as well as being useful for liver and spleen weakness, vertigo, scrofula, cancer, constipation and as a sedative for insomnia. Also recognized for having beneficial effects on fertility and other female functions involving ovulation.

Sesame Seed - Sesame seed benefits the body as a whole, especially the liver, kidney, spleen and stomach. Its high oil content lubricates the intestines and nourishes all the internal viscera. It also blackens one's hair, especially the black sesame. Hence, it is applied to white hair, habitual constipation, and insufficient lactation. Sesame oil is also helpful in treating intestinal worms like ascaris, tapeworm, etc.

Ligustrum Fruit - Boosts immunity and relieves stress.

Eclipta Herb - Used as a rejuvenative herb which supports the mind, nerves, eyes and hair. It is also traditionally used for liver disorders in both systems of medicine. Modern research has shown that in some ways certain constituents of Eclipta are superior to those of Milk Thistle in the protection of liver cells.

Cherokee Rose Fruit - A sour, cherry-like fruit that binds and contains the body's energies thus preserving resistant function.

Siegesbeckia Herb - In China it is used as a remedy for ague, rheumatism, and renal colic, used in Britain chiefly as a cure for ringworm in conjunction with glycerine and used in Mauritius Islands for syphilis, leprosy, and various skin diseases.

Eucommia Bark - A superb Yang Jing herb, used to strengthen the back (especially the lower back), skeleton, and joints (especially the knees and ankles). Eucommia is believed to confer strength and flexibility to the ligaments and tendons.

Ox Knee Root - Promotes blood circulation to regulate menstruation, nourishes the liver and kidneys, strengthens bones and muscles, induces diuresis to cure strangury (a painful discharge of urine, drop by drop) and conducts fire (blood) downward.

Honeysuckle Vine - Anti-inflammatory herb.

Sheng Di Root - Nourishes joints, tendons, ligaments and muscle.

Schisandra Fruit - Traditionally used for exhaustion, low libido, insomnia, and liver problems. In Chinese medicine they are also used to strengthen the kidneys and restore the fluid balance in the body.

Cistanche Root - To moisten the intestines and warm the womb.

China Root - Benefits spleen and for bloody dysentery.

Sweetflag Rhizome - It is widely employed in modern herbal medicine as an aromatic stimulant and mild tonic. In Ayurveda it is highly valued as a rejuvenator for the brain and nervous system and as a remedy for digestive disorders.

Anise Seed (Pimpinnella Anisum) - Used for flatulence, indigestion, infant colic, hiccup, coughs and bronchial catarrh.

Dipsacus Root - Strengthens the spleen and dries excessive internal dampness.

Chinese Senega Root - Support for relief of stress and nervous irritability.

Chinese Yam Root - Wild yam root has been used for hundreds of years to treat rheumatism and arthritis-like ailments. The discovery of steroidal glycosides (diosgenin) in the root validated this ancient practice.

Gui Yuan (Longan) - Regulates appetite, stimulates gastric juices and improves bowel function.

Lotus Seed (Sm Nelumbinis) - A mild sedative useful for alleviating nervousness and irritability.

Qian Shi Fruit (Sm Euryales) - Strengthens the spleen and kidneys respectively and relieves chronic loose stool that is a result of weakness in these organs.

Coicis Seed (Pearl Barley - Job's Tears) - It enters the spleen, stomach, lungs and large intestine to tonify these organs.

Echinacea Angustifolia (Angustifolia Root Extract) - First used by Native Americans as a remedy for skin wounds and snakebites. Today, the herb is highly regarded for its benefits in strengthening the immune system. Studies show echinacea to even help treat conditions like psoriasis and eczema.

Iris Versicolor Extract (Blue Flag Root Extract) - The protector of the thymus gland, controller of immunity.

Hydrastis Canadensis (Golden Seal Root Extract) - This herb contains berberine and other natural compounds having numerous health benefits. Taken at the first signs of respiratory problems, colds or flu, Goldenseal can help prevent further symptoms from developing.

Alfalfa - It is often used to aid digestion, help heal bone disorders and is often recommended as an anti-inflammatory.

Bee Pollen - Hailed as a cure all but one interesting point is that of the 28 minerals in the human body, most are considered essential. Bee pollen contains all 28 minerals...

Black Radish Root (Raphanus Sativus) - Black Radish is rich in vitamin C, which helps us fight infections and free radicals. Black radish also contains a variety of chemicals that increase the flow of bile which play an important role in the digestion process. Radish help maintain a healthy gallbladder. It also has an antibacterial effect on our digestive flora.

Dandelion Root (Taraxacum Officinale) - For centuries, dandelion root has been regarded as an effective, gentle laxative. The roots and leaves are used to treat liver conditions and to encourage normal digestion. All parts of the plant have high concentrations of vitamin A, and choline, a B vitamin that stimulates the liver.

Siberian Ginseng (Eleuthero Root) - Siberian Ginseng Strengthens the adrenal and reproductive glands. Enhances immune function, promotes lung functioning and stimulates the appetite. Useful for bronchitis, circulatory problems, diabetes, infertility, lack of energy, and stress. Said to help ease withdrawl from cocaine, and to protect against the effects of radiation exposure. Used by athletes for overall body strengthening. May help improve drug or alcohol induced liver dysfunction in older adults.

Fringe Tree Root (Chionanthus Virginicus) - It is renown for their tonic effect on the liver and digestive system.

Garlic - Garlic helps to prevent cancer. It prevents the further growth of certain tumors while reducing the size of others.

Gentian Root (Gentiana Lutea) - For the pancreas, digestive organs, kidney, spleen, glands, jaundice and liver disorders.

Gota Kola - Brain food, memory, depression, vitality, senility.

Greater Celandine Herb (Chelidonium Majus) - Used to treat conditions of the liver and other conditions.

Green Beet Leaf (Beta Vulgaris) - Provide liver support for normal fat metabolism.

Green Pea Concentrate - Provides support for cardiovascular health.

Hawthorn Berry (Crataegus Oxyacantha) - It helps to increase the utilization of oxygen in the heart while increasing enzyme metabolism in the heart muscle.

Kola Nut - Good for sinus, phlegm, arthritis and strengthens the immune system. Helps the nervous system and increases brain power.

Korean Ginseng - This famously energizing herb has been found to improve abstract thinking, speed up reaction time, and boost resistance to viral infections.

Milk Thistle (Seed) - Milk thistle is a potent anti-oxidant, more potent than Vitamins C and E. This means it can counteract free radical damage that can cause degenerative diseases including cancer.

Muira Puama - Used for sex, menstrual cramps and PMS, and central nervous system disorders.

Nettles Leaf (Urtica Dioica) - In addition to its ability to have antihistamine-like effect, nettles tonify and firm inflamed tissues.

Parsley Leaf (Petroselinum Crispun) - Effective diuretic, also aids menstruation and eases colic pains.

Saw Palmetto Berries - Saw Palmetto is often mislabeled as a man's herb. While it certainly has many benefits on the prostate for men, it holds an important place in this formula for women. Traditionally considered a uterine tonic, long been used for painful menstruation, and ovarian pain and inflammation.

Yellow Dock - Stimulates liver bile, clear toxins, and are used for chronic skin disorders. They treat psoriasis and constipation.

Water Plantain Root - It supplements the spleen, benefits energy, converts excessive moisture, and promotes diuresis.

Shou Di Root (Rhemenia Root) - Helps in promoting blood circulation and improvement in vital energy.

Mint Leaf - An antioxidant that cleans the skin.

Cassia Tora Seed - Known for helping to lower blood cholesterol, uric acids and sugar levels, reduce kidney and gall stones, improve digestion, normalize blood pressure and dissolve blood clots.

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Thursday, 11 March 2010 - 10:15 PM EST

Name: "anonymous"

HAWTHORN BERRY

http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/hawthorn-000256.htm

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