Dandelion Root: Benefits and Side Effects
What is Dandelion Root? Dandelion is a common weed that grows widely throughout the northern hemisphere in pastures, meadows and lawns, mostly in temperate climates. The name “dandelion” means “lion’s tooth”—a reference to the jagged, tooth-like edges of the plant’s leaves. Although dandelion is considered a weed, its roots and tops are often used for medicinal purposes. The medicinal use of dandelion...
Damiana Herb Natural Aphrodisiac: Benefits and Side Effects
Damiana is an herbal shrub native to Central/South America and Mexico. The official name of the herb is Turnera diffusa (although it may also be called Turnera aphrodisiaca). In traditional/alternative medicine, it’s regarded as an aphrodisiac with a variety of reported effects on both the hormonal and reproductive systems. As a medicinal plant, damiana has been used to treat menstrual disorders, anxiety and diabetes. It...
Astragalus Review; Benefits, Side Effects and More!
Astragalus Review; Benefits, Side Effects and More! Astragalus root is derived from a perennial plant that grows in northern China and Mongolia. The herb is a staple of Chinese medicine, where it has been used for centuries to boost the immune system and treat a variety of ailments. Practitioners of Chinese medicine use Astragalus root to enhance the body’s energy, known to them as “qi” (pronounced as...
Aloe vera Review: Benefits and Information
Though they look more like cactus plants, Aloe vera plants are actually members of the lily family and are classified as succulents. Aloe vera was originally native to Egypt, and the ancient Egyptians were among the first people to use it as a medicinal plant. Though there are hundreds of Aloe varieties, Aloe barbadensis Miller is the one used for most commercial products, which range from creams and lotions to drinks to nutritional...
Review of Coral Calcium and Its Benefits
Coral calcium is a rather controversial supplement. As implied by the name, it’s a form of the essential mineral calcium, derived from fossilized coral reefs. When it burst on the scene, it was touted by marketers—including the notorious Kevin Trudeau and “Dr.” Bob Barefoot—as a near-miraculous nutrient, capable of preventing/treating cancer and other degenerative diseases. Nor were they the only ones to make...
Research Shows Coenzyme Q10 Delivers Numerous Benefits
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10 or ubiquinone) is gaining popularity as an important nutrient that helps support cardiovascular health and the immune system. The medical community, especially in the area of cardiology, is paying more and more attention to the cellular effects of CoQ10 since its discovery in 1957. The National Cancer Institute of the National Institutes of Health also mentions CoQ10 as a possible alternative and complementary...
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