HERBALS FOR HEALTH
Herbs
To Help Maintain Good Health
and
Herbal Remedies to Alleviate Health Problems
About Herbs
Nearly
all herbs have medicinal properties that can benefit your health.
Herbs have been used for centuries to cure and to prevent health problems.
Frankincense and murr were not given to The Christ Child for their pretty
smell.
They were given for their health giving properties!
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Herbs Beginning With The Letter "C " Cardamom An aromatic pods with a warm, spicy-sweet flavor Contains limonene, an antioxidant that may slow tumor progression and detoxify cancer promoting agents Return To Index Cascara Sagrada - Cascara sagrada, Rhamnus purshiani Northern California Indians introduced this herb, which they called sacred bark, to 16th century Spanish explorers. As it is much milder in its laxative action than the herb buckthorn, cascara became popular in Europe as a treatment for constipation. Cascara has been an approved treatment for constipation in the U.S. Pharmacopoeia since 1890. Return To Index Catnip - Cis-trans-nepetalactone Catnip is an irresistible intoxicating analgesic and is responsible for many euphoric reactions in humans. Increasing potency in humans this herb is also a herbal calmative and sedative. Catnip is a natural product. It grows in the ground, like coffee, or wine grapes. Used for centuries in a variety of traditional herbal uses, but mainly to stimulate the central nervous system. Return To Index Cassia Acutifolia Cassia acutifolia promotes regular bowel movements and healthy digestion. Return To Index Cassia Angustifolia Cassia angustifolia helps relieve constipation. Return To Index Cassia Nomame Cassia Nomame has demonstrated the ability to inhibit lipase, the enzyme that causes fat to be absorbed from food and stored on the body. Return To Index Cats Claw -Uncaria tomentosa Cat’s claw has been reportedly used by indigenous peoples in the Andes to treat inflammation, rheumatism, gastric ulcers, tumors, dysentery, and as birth control. Cat’s claw is popular in South American folk medicine for treating intestinal complaints, gastric ulcers, arthritis, and to promote wound healing. Active elements include alkaloids, triterpenes, phytosterols and proanthrocyanidins. Researchers have isolated unique alkaloids in cat’s claw which stimulate the immune system by increasing white blood cell activity. In addition, cat’s claw has demonstrated anti-inflammatory properties. Return To Index Catuaba Bark Extract Brazilian herb that strengthens the libido, and nourishes the entire male reproductive system. Catuaba has a long history in herbal medicine as a male 'strengthener' and aphrodisiac. The Tupi Indians in Brazil first discovered the qualities of the Catuaba plant and over the last centuries, have composed many songs praising its wonders. Indigenous people and local people have used Catuaba for generations and it is the most famous of all Brazilian aphrodisiaca plants. In the state of Minas there is a saying which goes, "Until a father reaches 60, the son is his, after that the son is Catuaba's." According to Dr. Meira Penna, Catuaba "functions as a stimulant of the nervous system, above all when one deals with functional impotence of the male genital organs... it is an innocent aphrodisiac, used without any ill effects at all." In Brazilian herbal medicine today, Catuaba is regarded as an aphrodisiac with "proven efficacy." Herbalists and health practitioners in the United States use Catuaba regularly as a tonic for genital function, as a central nervous system stimulant, and for treatment of sexual non medically caused impotence. According to Michael van Straten, noted British author and researcher of medicinal plants, Catuaba is beneficial to both men and women as an aphrodisiac, but "it is in the area of male impotence that the most striking results have been reported" and "there is no evidence of side effects, even after long-term use." Catuaba is used in the following capacities: an aphrodisiac, for treating impotence, for tonifying the male urinary tract, as a CNS stimulant, relieving fatigue, relieving insomnia due to hypertension, for correcting disturbed sleep, helps with failing memory, and treats nervousness or agitation (stress). Return To Index Cayenne Pepper Contains capsaicin, which is used in medical ointments for pain relief, also works as a digestive aid. Preliminary studies seem to indicate that capsaicin, the active ingredient in cayenne, may be beneficial for improving blood flow to the heart. It is used to ward off disease and equalize blood circulation. This makes it an important addition to any treatment for erection problems that are circulation related. It may also prevent strokes and heart attacks by increasing the heart action without elevating the blood pressure. It has the ability to rebuild tissue and also helps combat fatigue. A stimulant that equalizes circulation and strengthens the heart. Return To Index Chasteberry - Vitex Chasteberry has also been used for many years for PMS. Also known as Vitex, recent studies indicate it may be useful in restoring a normal estrogen to progesterone balance, easing PMS and its symptoms. Return To Index Chitosan It is supposed to have the capability of attracting fat from the digestive system and expelling it from the body so that users can, it is claimed, lose weight without eating less. Return To Index Chondroitin Sulfate Chondroitin sulfate: a carbohydrate that protects cartilage Glucosamine sulfate: an anti-inflammatory and the building block of cartilage. Return To Index Cinnamon - From The DERMAdoctor What it is: Dried bark of a tropical tree, sold as aromatic sticks or ground into powder with a mildly spicy, bittersweet flavor. Why it's good: It has the health-boosting antioxidant eugenol, which works as an anti-inflammatory agent, and also contains limonene. How to use it: Desserts, beverages,
breads, savory dishes (including meat stews and spice rubs). It's
a superstar paired with apples, and can easily be sprinkled on a
cup of coffee or bowl of cereal for an antioxidant boost. Cloves - From The DERMAdoctor What it is: The unopened flower buds of the evergreen clove tree, picked when they are pink and dried until they turn brown in color, with a distinctive, intense warm-sweet flavor and aroma. Why it's good: A powerhouse spice that contains several phytochemicals, including eugenol, and important flavonoids (plant compounds) that also reduce inflammation and decrease clot formation. How to use it: Cakes, pastries,
sauces, marinades, mulled wine and spiced cider. It's the stud of
many a Christmas ham. Corosolic Acid An extract of Lagerstroemia speciosa plant, Corosolic Acid been shown to promote the transport of blood sugar into cells and is completely safe and well-tolerated in both human and animal test subjects. Because blood sugar fluctuations can be closely related to hunger, energy levels and food cravings in many people, adequate control of blood sugar levels throughout the day is quite effective in promoting weight loss and maintenance. A crossover, placebo-controlled clinical study was conducted at the Tokyo Jikeikai Medical School in Japan with Type II diabetic human subjects. After four weeks, corosolic acid was shown to effectively reduce blood glucose levels vs. placebo, with no adverse effects. Furthermore, even a simple one-time dose of corosolic acid left a "memory-effect" for blood glucose control, lasting several days. Return To Index
Cumin is a good source of essential
nutrients such as iron and manganese, cumin also contains cuminaldehyde,
which is thought to have strong anticancer effects. |
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