Angelica (Angelica archangelica), root, cut and sifted, organic, Europe, a/k/a Wild celery, or as dang-gui, dang-qui and dong-quai in China. European Angelica has been viewed as a magical herb for more than 1,000 years. European peasants made angelica leaf necklaces to protect their children from illness and witchcraft. Angelica was reputed to be the only […]
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Yucca Root (Yucca schidigera), powder. Traditional use internally for arthritis and rheumatism. Yucca Root may purify the blood and act as an anti-inflammatory that can be beneficial for arthritis, osteoporosis and other inflammatory conditions. It contains steroid saponins, calcium, potassium, iron, manganese, copper, phosphorus, vitamins A, C, and B-complex. Yucca Root has been found to […]
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Wild Yam (Dioscorea mexicana), c/s, Mexico, a/k/a Colic-root, Devil’s-bones, Rheumatism Root and Wilde Yamwurzel. Wild Yam has been used for centuries as a medicinal herb by the Aztec and Mayan peoples for a wide range of ailments including many female problems and to relieve the pain of childbirth. Research indicates that this is a powerful […]
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Turmeric Root (Curcuma longa), ground, India: Turmeric is a mild aromatic stimulant seldom used in allopathic medicine except as a colouring, although it’s used in Ayurvedic and Oriental medicines. It was once used as a cure for jaundice. Its chief use is in the manufacture of curry powders. It dyes a rich yellow. In soapmaking, […]
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Thyme (Thymus vulgaris), leaf, powder, USA, a/k/a tomillo, garden thyme. Thyme is commonly found in the kitchen herb cabinet, but millions of Americans stock this herb’s oil in their medicine chest as well. Its use in mouthwashes and decongestants is no coincidence. Thyme has a long history of use as an antiseptic, cough remedy and […]
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