Calendula- Calendula officinalis

About

Calendula is a variety of plant in the plant order Asterales that falls to the Asteraceae/Compositae family. The medicinal part of the Calendula Officinalis plant is the richly colored, vivid orange and golden flower. The United States Department of Agriculture claims that the lower 48 states and Canada are where calendula is native. In typical, reasonably rich, well-drained soils with full sunlight, calendula is an annual plant that is simple to grow. In addition to pots and other containers, it can be grown in flower beds, hedges, cottage gardens, cutting gardens, and other areas. Calendula oil is made by combining the flowers with carrier oils like coconut oil or olive oil. The oil can be applied directly to the skin or used as a component in moisturizers, lotions, ointments, and balms. Additionally, it can be turned into a tincture, drink, or pill.

Parts Used

• Flower
• Petals

Chemical and Nutrient Content

• Acorin
• Alpha Amyrin
• Beta-Carotene
• Caffeic acid
• Calcium
• Calenduline
• Essential oil
• Faradiol
• Flavonoids
• Glucosides
• Isorhamnetin
• Kaempferol
• Lupeol
• Lycopine
• Magnesium
• Malic acid
• Mucilage
• Phytochemicals
• Phytosterol
• Polysaccharides
• Potassium
• Quercetin
• Resins
• Rutin
• Saponins
• Triterpene
• Vitamin C, E

Action and Uses

Calendula acts as an organic anti-inflammatory and skin calming agent. Additionally, it lowers temperature and aids in the regulation of the menstrual period. Helpful for a wide variety of skin conditions, including rashes and burns, as well as for neuritis and toothaches. Ideal for treating diaper dermatitis and other skin issues in young infants. Although calendula is frequently promoted as a remedy for eczema and rashes, there is little evidence to back this claim. Applying the plant to regions with skin conditions may lessen inflammation because it has anti-inflammatory qualities. However, there isn't any solid proof that doing so is either secure or effective. Children with serious eczema may experience irritation from calendula, particularly if they are allergic to ragweed, daisies, marigolds, or any other members of the same plant family as calendula. Flavonoids, which are organic chemicals, are abundant in calendula flowers. There is evidence that these substances: (anti-inflammatory) prevent excessive blood coagulation, (anti-thrombogenic), favorably impact blood sugar levels (antidiabetic), contribute to the battle against cancer (anticancer), and safeguard the brain (neuroprotective effects).

Using herbs to build up the body and cure illness is a tried-and-true method. Herbs can cause adverse reactions and combine with other plants, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals. For these reasons, you should carefully consume herbs under the guidance of your professional healthcare provider.

Cascara sagrada- Rhamnus purshiana

About

The plant known as cascara sagrada (Rhamnus purshiana) is indigenous to western North America. Spanish for "sacred bark," cascara sagrada is a variety of buckthorn that is endemic to the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia. Before processing, the bark is removed in the spring and allowed to mature for a year. To make medicine, the skin of this plant is prepared. Organic plant substances called anthraquinones are found in cascara sagrada and have potent digestive properties. By the middle of the 19th century, the pharmaceutical business Parke-Davis was creating soothing substances based on cascara for sale to Europe. The hydroxyanthraquinone glycosides chrysophanol, emodin, and aloe-emodin must be matured in the wood for 12 months in order to break down. These substances are further broken down by the body's enzymatic processes into anthrones, which shorten intestinal passage times. This plant needs to be consumed with a lot of fluids because it has a bulk-forming laxative effect.

Parts Used

• Bark

Chemical and Nutrient Content

• Anthraquinone
• B-complex vitamins
• Calcium
• Cascarosides
• Essential oils
• Inositol
• Manganese
• Potassium

Actions and Uses

Cascara sagrada is effective as a laxative and gut cleaner. It is also, helpful for parasitic infestation, constipation, and intestinal problems. Cascara sagrada is regarded as a stimulant laxative because it causes spasms of the digestive muscles. It is comparable to other herbal laxatives like senna and aloe vera in this regard. The impact of cascara sagrada is typically milder than that of its rivals, leading to fewer loose or watery feces. The anthraquinones in the bark hinder the intestines' ability to absorb water and ions. As a result, pressure inside the gut rises as the amount of the stool expands as it takes the extra water. This prompts the colon's muscles to tighten more quickly (peristalsis), accelerating stool movement. Cascara sagrada should not be taken everyday. 

Using herbs to build up the body and cure illness is a tried-and-true method. Herbs can cause adverse reactions and combine with other plants, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals. For these reasons, you should carefully consume herbs under the guidance of your professional healthcare provider.

Catnip- Nepeta cataria

About

The catmint plant, which belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae), is valued for its aromatic leaves, which particularly draw cats. Catnip is frequently grown by cat caretakers for their feline friends, and the dried leaves are frequently used as filler in cat games. The plant is native to Eurasia and is employed in some areas as a flavoring and drinking cure for fever and colds. Catnip is a seasonal, perennial shrub. The stems, which are typically square, are arranged with their serrated leaves in opposition. In addition to groups of small white flowers with purple spots, the plant also readily reproduces by seed. The plant attracts most cats because the volatile compound nepetalactone, which is present in the leaves and stems, stimulates their sensitive neurons.

Parts Used

• Leaves

Chemical and Nutrient Content

• Acetic acid
• Biotin
• Buteric acid
• Calcium
• Camphor
• Choline
• Citral
• Citronellal
• Citronellol
• Dipentene
• Essential oils
• Folic acid
• Inositol
• Iron
• Limonene
• Manganese
• Nepetalic acid
• Pantothenic acid
• Para-aminobenzoic acid
• Phosphorus
• Sodium
• Sulfur
• Valeric acid
• Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6, B12
• Zinc

Action and Uses

In particular, capnip tea enmas are effective at reducing temperature. Additionally, it facilitates slumber, aids in digestion, and reduces tension. As a stimulant of the appetite, catnip also has some qualities. Lasly catnip has qualities to help with anxiety, cold and flus, inflammation, and discomfort. Most frequently, catnip tea is used to address anxiousness and worry as well as the side effects these conditions can produce, like indigestion and insomnia. Indigestion, cramping, and flatulence are a few of the stomach upset-related conditions or symptoms that it may be used to address. It has diuretic properties that can increase excretion and reduce water accumulation. This might be beneficial for the therapy of numerous ailments. In the past, catnip tea was used to address conditions such as rheumatism, coughs, hives, fevers, and infections.

Using herbs to build up the body and cure illness is a tried-and-true method. Herbs can cause adverse reactions and combine with other plants, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals. For these reasons, you should carefully consume herbs under the guidance of your professional healthcare provider.

Cat's claw- Uncaria tomentosa

About

The Amazon jungle and other tropical regions of Central and South America are home to the woody cat's claw creeper. It has spikes that look like cat claws hence it's name. U. tomentosa and U. guianensis are the two most prevalent varieties. U. tomentosa is present in the majority of cat's claw market products. Cat's claw usage is at least 2,000 years old. Indigenous inhabitants of South and Central America used it to fend off disease. You can create tea by crushing the bark of the cat's claw plant. There are also standardized liquid or tablet root and bark preparations available, with 3% alkaloids and 15% phenols.

Parts Used

• Inner bark
• Roots

Chemical and Nutrient Content

• Ajmalicine
• Akuammigine
• Alkaloids
• Beta sitosterol
• Campesterol
• Catechin
• Cinchonain
• Corynantheine
• Corynoxeine
• Daucosterol
• Epicatechin
• Glycosides
• Hirsuteine
• Hirsutine
• Isopteropodine
• Loganic acid
• Lyaloside
• Mitraphylline
• Oleanolic acid
• Palmitic acid
• Phytochemicals
• Phytosterol
• Polyphenols
• Rutin
• Sitosterol
• Steroids
• Sterols
• Stigmasterol
• Tannins
• Triterpene saponins
• Ursolic acid

Action and Uses

Cats claw has the ability to clear the digestive system, enhance the activity of white blood cells, and has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Additionally, it aids in the treatment of stomach problems and viral diseases. Cats claw may also be helpful for people with AIDS, arthritis, cancer, tumors, or ulcers. Cat's claw's antioxidant qualities aid the body in getting rid of cellular-damaging free radicals. Free radicals are thought by scientists to play a role in a variety of health issues, such as cancer and cardiac disease. Free radicals can be combated by antioxidants, which may also help lessen or even stop some of the harm they cause. Cat's claw is now marketed as a dietary supplement for a number of illnesses, including parasites, herpes, the human papilloma virus, HIV, arthritis, Alzheimer's disease, cancer, diverticulitis, peptic ulcers, colitis, gastritis, hemorrhoids, and leaky bowel syndrome.

Using herbs to build up the body and cure illness is a tried-and-true method. Herbs can cause adverse reactions and combine with other plants, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals. For these reasons, you should carefully consume herbs under the guidance of your professional healthcare provider.

Cayenne- Capsicum annuum

About

Originating in Central and South America, cayenne is a shrub that now thrives in subtropical and tropical regions. The hollow fruit of this plant develops into long pods that, as they ripen, change red, orange, or yellow. Cayenne chili peppers, also known as Capsicum frutescens, are part of the Capsicum genus and are derived from a variety of Capsicum annuum. The fruit of the capsicum plant is used to create medicine. Capsicum is an herb. In order to benefit from cayenne pepper's detoxifying qualities, some people use it as a cream or capsule in addition to adding it to food, either naturally or in powdered form. Jalapenos and bell peppers are linked to cayenne peppers in a similar way. Cayenne is a mainstay of Mexican, Cajun, Creole, and Southwestern American food. They can be dried and pulverized to create a seasoning powder, and they also appear whole in Korean, Sichuan, and other Asian dishes. Cayenne pepper is used in a variety of methods, including the treatment of circulatory issues, by practitioners of traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. The main component of peppers, capsaicin, is what gives them their spicy flavor. Capsaicin is also a common element in topical treatments for aches and pains in the muscles and joints.

Parts Used

• Berries

Chemical and Nutrient Content

• Apsaicine
• Beta carotene
• Capsacutin
• Capsanthine
• Capsico
• Cobalt
• Choline
• Folic acid
• Lutein
• Pantothenic acid
• Para-aminobenzoic acid
• Zinc
• Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6, C, E

Action and Uses

Capsaicin, the chemical that gives cayenne pepper its spiciness, is present in it. The body may profit from capsaicin in a variety of ways. Saliva is necessary for healthy digestion and for avoiding bad odor, and cayenne pepper aids in its production. Consuming cayenne pepper may activate our salivary glands, which are necessary to start the digestive process, according to research. In order for our digestive system to function correctly, the production of enzymes must also be stimulated by cayenne pepper. Additionally, it promotes gastric juices, which improve the body's capacity to metabolize toxins and meals. When applied topically, cayenne pepper has extremely potent pain-relieving qualities. Substance P, a molecule that sends pain signals to the brain, is produced less of. The brain is relieved of the pain signals when there is less substance P present. Because it boosts metabolism, it also consumes extra fat. Cayenne pepper advantages include weight reduction in addition to being one of the main anti-inflammatory foods. Cayenne pepper has the ability to reduce bloating and inflammation brought on by infections, food sensitivities, and allergens. The high capsaicin content of cayenne pepper acts as a substance that can prevent lung tumors brought on by cigarette use. When liver tumors were subjected to cayenne, similar results were also observed. Adding cayenne pepper to the diet might not have the same health benefits, as evidenced by studies that examined the substance in creams and pills. Nevertheless, a lot of people like the spice that cayenne pepper lends to savory foods, and the antioxidants in the pepper may help the body fend off a variety of illnesses.

Using herbs to build up the body and cure illness is a tried-and-true method. Herbs can cause adverse reactions and combine with other plants, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals. For these reasons, you should carefully consume herbs under the guidance of your professional healthcare provider.

Cedar- Toona Ciliata

About

Many different perennial conifers (genus Thuja) of the cypress family are referred to as "cedars," and this usage is common (Cupressaceae). The coniferous family Cedrus contains the "true" cedars, which can be found all over Southeast Asia and the Mediterranean Region. Six varieties of Thuja are recognized, with two found in North America and four in eastern Asia. On the western foothills of the Rocky Mountains and along North America's west coast, the Western Red Cedar (Thuja plicata), which can reach heights of 70 meters and a width of three meters, can be found. While remaining smaller, with a maximum height of 25 meters, Eastern White Cedars (Thuja occidentalis) make up for it by being widely dispersed throughout the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Forest area. As a measure of protection, Anishinaabe people position cedar boughs above doorways and openings. You must honor the cedar shrub and the surrounding environment when you harvest it. Always show reverence when selecting cedar or any other remedies by offering tobacco, ideally in fabric. To avoid killing it, try gathering from various plants and allow room for regrowth. Only take what you need and stay away from juvenile trees and vegetation. Make sure the plant can regenerate and restock itself.

Parts Used

• Bark
• Flowers
• Leaves
• Tops

Chemical and Nutrient Content

• Bormeal
• Bornyl acetate
• Camphor
• Flavonoids
• Isothujone
• Mucilage
• Tannins
• Thujone

Action and Uses

Cedar is frequently used as an anti-inflammatory in beverages and is beneficial for the breathing system. It is beneficial for rheumatoid joints, asthma, and bronchitis. It can also be simmered in water to cleanse a place or used as a smudge to drive away bad energy. In addition to having antiviral and antifungal qualities, cedar also boosts the defense system and improves arterial blood flow. Additionally, it has expectorant, lymphatic, and urinary antimicrobial properties. Warts can also be treated topically with cedar.

Using herbs to build up the body and cure illness is a tried-and-true method. Herbs can cause adverse reactions and combine with other plants, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals. For these reasons, you should carefully consume herbs under the guidance of your professional healthcare provider.

Celery- Apium graveolens

About

Celery is a part of the Umbelliferae genus, which also includes carrots and parsnips. The Mediterranean area, where it was valued for its therapeutic qualities, is where historians think it first appeared. Currently, the majority of Americans envision the common green stalks produced in California, Florida, and Michigan when they think of celery. The native cultivars Tall Utah and Golden Boy of green stalk celery, also known as Pascal celery, are readily accessible. Thinner stems and more fragrant leaves are typical of other varieties like Safir and Par Cel. Although celery may not have the most tantalizing flavor, it more than makes up for it in nutrition. Additionally, its mild taste and fragrance might be one of its biggest advantages because it goes great as a dip and is used in a variety of stews and salads.

Parts Used

• Juice
• Roots
• Seeds

Chemical and Nutrient Content

• B-complex vitamin
• Beta carotene
• Flavonoids
• Iron
• Vitamin A, C, K

Action and Uses

Blood pressure is lowered, muscular spasms are relieved, and appetites are improved by celery. Celery is also helpful for renal and arthritic issues. Additionally, celery has calming and antioxidant properties. Cells, blood arteries, and tissues are shielded from oxidative harm by antioxidants. A single stem of celery includes at least 12 different types of antioxidant minerals in addition to vitamin C, beta carotene, and flavonoids. Additionally, it's a fantastic supply of phytonutrients, which have been demonstrated to lessen inflammation in the gastrointestinal system, cells, blood vessels, and tissues. Numerous diseases, such as gout and osteoporosis, have been connected to chronic inflammation. About 25 anti-inflammatory substances found in celery and celery seeds can help prevent inflammation in the body. Celery may have particular advantages for the stomach despite its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory nutrients protecting the complete digestive system. In rodent experiments, pectin-based polysaccharides in celery, such as the substance apiuman, have been shown to reduce the incidence of stomach ulcers, enhance the lining of the stomach, and regulate stomach fluids. Additionally, celery has a high-water level (nearly 95%) and a lot of both soluble and solid fiber. All of those aid in maintaining regularity and a healthy digestive system. 5 grams of nutritional fiber are present in one cup of celery stalks.

Using herbs to build up the body and cure illness is a tried-and-true method. Herbs can cause adverse reactions and combine with other plants, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals. For these reasons, you should carefully consume herbs under the guidance of your professional healthcare provider.

Chamomile-Matricia chamomilla L.

About

One of the oldest healing plants that humans are aware of is chamomile. Two popular types, German Chamomile and Roman Chamomile, are represented by this plant, which belongs to the Asteraceae/Compositae family (Chamaemelum nobile). Numerous terpenoids and flavonoids are present in chamomile desiccated blossoms, which contribute to its therapeutic benefits. For a variety of human illnesses, including hay fever, inflammation, muscular cramps, menstruation irregularities, sleeplessness, ulcers, cuts, gastrointestinal problems, rheumatic pain, and hemorrhoids, chamomile products are frequently used. In both massage and makeup, chamomile essential oils are widely used. The most well-known chamomile preparation is a tea that more than one million people drink every day, is just one of many various chamomile preparations that have been created.

Parts Used

• Various parts

Chemical and Nutrient Content

• Antheme
• Anthemic acid
• Anthesterol
• Apigenin
• Calcium
• Chamazulene
• Essential oils
• Iron
• Magnesium
• Manganese
• Potassium
• Tannic acid
• Tiglic acid
• Vitamin A

Action and Uses

For millennia, chamomile has been utilized in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, gentle astringent, and restorative substance. It is used to treat a variety of conditions as a traditional medication, including cuts, ulcers, dermatitis, gout, skin irritations, injuries, burns, canker sores, neuralgia, sciatica, rheumatic pain, hemorrhoids, mastitis, and others. Infections of the ears and eyes, as well as conditions affecting the eyes, such as clogged tear ducts, conjunctivitis, sinus inflammation, and poison ivy, have all been treated externally with chamomile. Chamomile is frequently used to treat bacterial illnesses of the epidermis, mouth cavity, gums, and respiratory system as well as skin and mucous membrane inflammations. In addition to treating a variety of stomach disorders like bloating, dyspepsia, diarrhea, anorexia, motion sickness, nausea, and vomiting, chamomile has long been treasured as a digestive relaxant. Additionally, chamomile has been used to address children's fevers, croup, and diarrhea. It has been utilized by women as an emmenagogue and uterus stimulant. Additionally helpful for rheumatism, back discomfort, bedsores, and cramps in the gut.

Using herbs to build up the body and cure illness is a tried-and-true method. Herbs can cause adverse reactions and combine with other plants, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals. For these reasons, you should carefully consume herbs under the guidance of your professional healthcare provider.

Chaparral- Larrea tridentate

About

The herb known as chaparral is a product from the thorny creosote bush (Larrea tridentata), which is said to have antioxidant properties and be helpful for a variety of conditions, from skin rashes to cancer. The use of chaparral extracts has been connected to several instances of clinically obvious liver damage, some of which have required urgent liver surgery due to acute liver failure. This flowering plant has dense, layered, resinous green leaves and brilliant yellow blooms. Chaparral is a contentious herb that is prohibited in many nations, including Canada, despite its attractive look. Over 50 diseases, including cancer, gout, tuberculosis, skin disorders, and the common cold, are said to be helped by chaparral. It is frequently offered for sale as a homeopathic remedy, beverage, essential oil, and dietary supplement.

Parts Used

• Leaves

Chemical and Nutrient Content

• Nordihydroguaiaretic acid
• Sodium
• Sulfur
• Zinc

Action and Uses

Native People used the leaves in the form of a powdered extract that can be made into tea to treat a variety of ailments for millennia, including lung ailments, chickenpox, snakebite, and arthritic pain. In more recent times, chaparral has been made into a botanical in tablet form, salves for external use, and concentrated preparations to make tea. There are several active components in chaparral preparations, but nordihydroguaiaretic acid (NDGA), a substance with strong antioxidant qualities, is the most prevalent. In modest amounts, NDGA has been used as a dietary additive and is present in a wide variety of plant species. In addition to being a free radical scavenger and helpful for weight reduction, liver health, blood purification, boosting immunity (cancer, HIV infection), and healing skin conditions, chaparral has been touted as having numerous positive benefits as a plant extract. Additionally, it is asserted that chaparral promotes wellness and slows aging. Chaparral products, however, have not been proven to be successful in treating any medical problem. Although some studies on animals and in test tubes have shown that it has anti-inflammatory and anticancer qualities, there have been no human studies because of the severe health risks. It has been demonstrated that ingesting even tiny quantities of chaparral is toxic to the liver and may necessitate a liver transplant.

Using herbs to build up the body and cure illness is a tried-and-true method. Herbs can cause adverse reactions and combine with other plants, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals. For these reasons, you should carefully consume herbs under the guidance of your professional healthcare provider.

Chickweed- Stellaria media

About

Wild plants include chickweed (Stellaria media). It is both consumed as sustenance and turned into tea. The tea has a long history of use in healing. Quercetin and rutin are two flavanols found in chickweed foliage. Additionally, it includes trace quantities of vitamin C. Despite the lack of solid scientific proof, people use chickweed to treat diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, and many other diseases. For centuries, oral decoctions, extracts, and beverages have been made from chickweed's blossoms, foliage, and stalks. Today, topical ointments containing chickweed are more frequently used to address a range of skin disorders. Despite being popular in some societies, chickweed is usually shunned because of the possibility of negative effects. Herbalists frequently suggest softening fresh chickweed in a mixture of 50% water and 50% white vinegar before using it as a plaster on incisions. The poultices should not be applied to exposed cuts, though, as they may cause infection through skin breaks and will sting (because they contain vinegar). This is particularly true given that most people consider chickweed to be a weed and that it might have come into contact with dangerous substances such as pesticides and fertilizers for the grass. Do not surpass the recommended dosage if you choose to consume chickweed supplements, tea, or any other oral substance.

Parts Used

• Various parts

Chemical and Nutrient Content

• Biotin
• Choline
• Copper
• Inositol
• Para-aminobenzoic acid
• Phosphorus
• Potash salts
• Rutin
• Silicon
• Sodium
• Vitamin B6, B12, C, D

Action and Uses

Chickweed may aid with wound and illness healing as well as germ defense. It has long been used in traditional Chinese medicine for these conditions, mainly for eczema and skin conditions. Chickweed is a well-known remedy in Ireland and British for treating skin issues, accelerating the mending of wounds, and easing itching and irritation. These anti-obesity benefits were thought to come from the digestive-inhibiting enzymes in chickweed juice delaying the uptake of dietary lipids and carbohydrates in the intestines. Another study found that using the entire plant to treat inflammatory conditions of the joints, epidermis, and respiratory system, such as bronchitis, can reduce inflammation. Chickweed might be useful if you're feeling under the weather and have mucus accumulation. It was accepted over time as a "blood cleaner" and used to treat a variety of common and unusual ailments, including scurvy, rabies, respiratory diseases, menstruation discomfort, asthma, constipation, and peptic ulcers. Nowadays, because of its possible toxicity, chickweed is rarely consumed by mouth. Additionally, some supporters think chickweed is a successful weight-loss solution. Its use as food has nonetheless persisted in some societies, such as Japan, where it is frequently consumed during the spring celebration Nanakusa-no-sekku. 

Using herbs to build up the body and cure illness is a tried-and-true method. Herbs can cause adverse reactions and combine with other plants, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals. For these reasons, you should carefully consume herbs under the guidance of your professional healthcare provider.

Cinnamon- Cinnamomum

About

On bread and in coffee, cinnamon is a spice. But for thousands of years, extracts from the cinnamon tree's bark, foliage, blossoms, fruits, and roots have also been used in traditional medicines all over the globe. It is added to many dishes and used in baking and cookery. There are various cinnamon varieties. The "true" cinnamon is Ceylon cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum), which is mainly produced in Sri Lanka. The most popular variety of cinnamon marketed in North America is cassia cinnamon (Cinnamomum aromaticum), which is produced in Southeast Asia. Cinnamon is a spice that has been consumed for thousands of years. It is made from the wood of different cinnamon tree types. The cinnamon tree's foliage, blossoms, fruits, and stems have all been used in food preparation and medicine. The chemical make-up of cinnamon goods derived from various varieties or parts of cinnamon plants varies. China, India, and Persia are just a few of the countries around the globe where cinnamon has a lengthy history of use in traditional medicine. Currently, cinnamon is marketed as a nutritional product for a variety of ailments, including diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, other gastrointestinal issues, and other conditions. The direct application of cassia cinnamon as a bug repellent is encouraged.

Parts Used

• Bark
• Flowers
• Stem

Chemical and Nutrient Content

• Aldehydes
• Alpha carotene
• Benzoic acid
• Beta carotene
• Calcium
• Caryophyllene
• Cinnamic aldehyde
• Cinnamic Acid
• Coumarins
• Cymene
• Essential oil
• Esters
• Eugenol
• Linalool
• Methyl chavicol
• Metholeugenol
• Mucilage
• Potassium
• Salicylic acid
• Sucrose
• Starch
• Tannin
• Testosterone

• Vitamin B, E, K

• Volatile oil

Action and Uses

Cinnamaldehyde is one of the most significant active components in cinnamon. It is utilized in perfumes and flavorings. It might be the cause of some of cinnamon's potential health advantages. According to some studies, cinnamon may benefit diabetics. In diabetics, it may also reduce triglycerides. Numerous studies lack information about the sort of cinnamon they used or have other issues that cast doubt on the accuracy of their conclusions. According to one study, cinnamon may aid in reducing fat and weight gain. Irritable bowel syndrome and other gastric and digestive issues are occasionally treated with it. Although cinnamon has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral qualities, there are currently insufficient studies to support their effectiveness in treating human conditions. Cinnamon consumption in moderation is unlikely to have a significant negative effect on your health. Consuming excessive amounts of it is also not recommended.

Using herbs to build up the body and cure illness is a tried-and-true method. Herbs can cause adverse reactions and combine with other plants, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals. For these reasons, you should carefully consume herbs under the guidance of your professional healthcare provider.

Clove- Syzygium aromaticum

About

A tropical evergreen tree in the Myrtaceae family called the clove is used for its tiny, reddish-brown blossom buds, which are used as spices. The Moluccas, or Spice Islands, of Indonesia are thought to be the original home of cloves, which played a significant role in the early spice trade. Cloves are used to flavor many foods, especially meats and baked goods. In Europe and the United States, the spice is a distinctive flavoring in Christmas holiday cuisine like Wassail and mincemeat. Cloves have a strong fragrance and a hot, pungent taste. The height of the clove tree, an evergreen, ranges from 8 to 12 meters. It has tiny, straightforward, opposing leaves with glands on them. Usually, the trees are grown from seedlings that are sown in shaded regions. A tree may produce up to 34 kg of desiccated buds yearly once flowering starts around the fifth year. In the late summer and again in the winter, the blooms are hand-picked before being sun-dried. The length of a clove can range from 13 to 19 millimeters. The aromatic oil eugenol is the main constituent of the 14–20% essential oil that the blooms possess.

Parts Used

• Flower buds
• Essential oil

Chemical and Nutrient Content

• Caryophylline
• Eugenol
• Eugenyl acetate

Action and Uses

Most people are familiar with cloves as a culinary spice, they have also been used for thousands of years to address a variety of medical conditions. Cloves are believed to have some anti-inflammatory qualities and have been pushed to help with toothache, oral discomfort, plaque accumulation, hangovers, indigestion, and more. There is, however, little proof to suggest that taking more cloves than one would typically eat with meals is beneficial. Initial studies have looked at the effectiveness of cloves in reducing blood sugar levels and relieving toothaches and oral discomfort. Its effects on cancer cells have also been studied in some laboratory experiments, but these tests on people were not conducted. Perhaps the most popular use for clove oil is as a treatment for teeth and dental discomfort. 

Using herbs to build up the body and cure illness is a tried-and-true method. Herbs can cause adverse reactions and combine with other plants, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals. For these reasons, you should carefully consume herbs under the guidance of your professional healthcare provider.

Comfrey- Symphytum officinale

About

An annual plant with European and some Asian origins is comfrey. Comfrey grows 2 to 5 feet tall, prefers moist soil, and has a dense, hairy stalk. Its blooms are tightly clustered, drab purple, blue, or whitish in color. The oblong leaves have various appearances based on where they are on the stalk. While top leaves are wide all throughout and narrow only at the extremities, lower leaves are broad at the base and taper at the ends. The root is dark on the outside and spongy white on the inside, which is juice-filled. Preparations for comfrey are created using the plant's leaves or other sections that are produced above earth. The toxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids are more prevalent in young foliage than in mature leaves. Some preparations were also produced from the roots, but the quantity of pyrrolizidine alkaloids in the roots is up to 16 times higher. The raw or desiccated herb, leaf, or root of comfrey species is used to make comfrey ointments, creams, poultices, and liniments (containing 5 to 20% comfrey). Use only items manufactured from ordinary comfrey leaves.

Parts Used

• Leaves
• Rhizome
• Roots

Chemical and Nutrient Content

• Allantoin
• Amino acids
• Asparagine
• Beta carotene
• Caffeic acid
• Calcium
• Carbohydrate
• Carotene
• Chlorogenic acid
• Chlorophyll
• Copper
• Iron
• Magnesium
• Manganese
• Mucilage
• Phenolic acid
• Phosphorus
• Potassium
• Protein
• Rosmarinic acid
• Selenium
• Sitosterol
• Stigmasterol
• Tannins
• Triterpenoids
• Vitamin A, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, C, E
• Zinc

Action and Uses

Sometimes applied directly to the skin, comfrey is used to heal cuts and lessen swelling from sprains and fractured bones. Allantoin, a compound found in comfrey stems and leaves, promotes the growth of new skin cells as well as other compounds that lessen irritation and maintain healthy skin. Osteoarthritis, fractures, sprains, strains, strained muscles, and wounds have all been treated with comfrey ointments. Comfrey was once employed to address digestive issues. However, it contains poisonous compounds known as pyrrolizidine alkaloids that harm the liver and can be fatal. Except for in lotions or ointments, comfrey is no longer marketed in the United States. The selling of oral goods containing comfrey is also prohibited in the UK, Australia, Canada, and Germany.

Using herbs to build up the body and cure illness is a tried-and-true method. Herbs can cause adverse reactions and combine with other plants, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals. For these reasons, you should carefully consume herbs under the guidance of your professional healthcare provider.

Corn silk- Stigma Maydis

About

The protruding, lengthy, silky strands on corncobs are known as corn silk. Even though it's frequently thrown away when maize is cooked for consumption, it might have a number of medical uses. Corn silk has a long history of use in traditional Chinese and Native American healing as a natural remedy. Many nations, including China, France, Turkey, and the United States, continue to use it today. A range of plant substances found in corn silk may be the cause of different health effects. It is used to address a wide range of illnesses in traditional Chinese and Native American medicine, including heart disease, prostate issues, malaria, and urinary tract infections (UTIs). It may also help lower blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, and inflammation, according to more current studies. Although corn silk can be eaten raw, it is frequently desiccated first and then made into a tea or extract. It is also available as a tablet.

Parts Used 

• Stamens

Chemical and Nutrient Content 

• Alkaloids
• Cryptoxanthin
• Fluorine
• Malic acid 
• Oxalic acid
• Palmitic acid
• Panthothenic acid
• Resin
• Saponins
• Silicon
• Sitosterol
• Stigmasterol
• Tartaric acid
• Vitamin K

Action and Uses

Among many other conditions, corn silk is used to treat glaucoma, excessive blood pressure, an assortment of ocular diseases that can result in vision loss, and chest discomfort (angina). Proteins, carbs, vitamins, minerals, and fiber are all present in corn silk. Additionally, it includes substances that could act as diuretics, change blood sugar levels, and lessen inflammation. Proteins, carbs, vitamins, minerals, and fiber are all present in corn silk. Additionally, it includes substances that could act as diuretics, change blood sugar levels, and lessen inflammation. Numerous studies have suggested that it may have antioxidant and medical benefits as a diuretic, in lowering hyperglycemia, as an anti-depressant, and as an anti-fatigue substance. Teas and dietary supplements to address urinary-related issues are some additional applications for maize silk. The characteristics and mode of action of the plant's bioactive components, such as flavonoids and terpenoids, strongly influence the possible use.

Using herbs to build up the body and cure illness is a tried-and-true method. Herbs can cause adverse reactions and combine with other plants, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals. For these reasons, you should carefully consume herbs under the guidance of your professional healthcare provider.

Cranberry-Vaccinium macrocarpon

About

Small, hard, round, crimson fruits called cranberries are often described as having a bitter and sour taste. In freshwater marshes, primarily in the northern United States and southern Canada, they thrive on vines. They share a family tree with wintergreen and strawberries. Cranberries are regarded as a delicacy by many due to their high nutritional and antioxidant content. In truth, studies have connected the nutrients in cranberries to reduced chance of UTI, protection against some cancers, boosted immune system, and lowered blood pressure.

Parts Used

• Juices from berries

Chemical and Nutrient Content 

• Alpha D-mannopyranoside
• Proanthocyanidins
• Vitamin C

Action and Uses

Cranberries have been used in conventional UTI therapies. Cranberries contain a significant amount of the antioxidant proanthocyanidins (PACs), which may aid in preventing some germs from adhering to the walls of the urinary system. Cranberries' PACs may aid in preventing illness in this manner. Because preventing bacterial adherence requires a high quantity of cranberry juice. The quantity of PACs in commercially accessible cranberry juices is much lower. Cranberries in the diet may aid in controlling a number of cardiovascular disease risk factors (CVD). These include diastolic blood pressure, which is the pressure experienced when the cardiac muscle contracts. Cranberry intake decreased body mass index (BMI) and raised HDL, or "good," cholesterol values. Cranberries or cranberry-derived substances had a number of positive impacts on cancer cells in test tubes. These advantages included causing cancer cells to die, delaying the development of cancer cells, and lowering inflammation.

Using herbs to build up the body and cure illness is a tried-and-true method. Herbs can cause adverse reactions and combine with other plants, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals. For these reasons, you should carefully consume herbs under the guidance of your professional healthcare provider.