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Echinacea
Feverfew
Feverfew is known to be used as a migraine headache preventative and anti-inflammatory agent.
It is also useful in promoting menstruation (in amenorrhea).
Garcinia Cambogia
Garcinia Cambogia is a South Asian plant that is nutritionally beneficial in blocking the production of fats.
Scientific research conducted on this herb since the 1960s demonstrates that it slows the body’s conversion of carbohydrates and excess calories to fat, decreasing production of harmful fats (low-density lipoproteins), promoting sustained energy levels by enhancing the body’s production of glycogen, reducing the body’s desire for excess food; helping to nutritionally support the metabolism and burn calories.
Human studies indicate that Garcinia, also known as HCA (hydroxycitric acid) may be especially effective when combined with Chromium and L-carnitine.
Ho Shou Wu
Liver and kidney tonic, cardio-tonic; Anti-inflammatory, vasodilator; Sexual tonic, rejuvenator.
Ho Shou Wu, also known as Fo-Ti, is fabled in Asian history to restore the original color of graying hair.
It is said to nourish the glandular, nervous, and skeletal systems. This herb is also reputed to enhance the health of the liver and kidneys.
The properties of Ho Shou Wu are said to be similar to Golden Seal, Chamomile and Ginseng. It is known to help improve health, stamina and resistance to diseases.
Horsetail
Contains vegetal silica for hair, skin and nails; Astringent, tonic, for urinary complaints, incontinence and inflamed prostate.
Horsetail is rich in “beauty” nutrients that nourish the nails, skin, hair, bones and the body’s connective tissue. It is also benefits the glands and urinary tract. Horsetail helps heal fractured bones because of its rich supply of nutrients.
