Herbal Advice

There are certain herbs that everyone, regardless of age, should have on hand for regular usage or when the need strikes. Just like Tylenol has common appeal because headaches afflict everyone at one point or another, these herbs have universal utility.

Aloe Vera

This semi-tropical plant from the lily family looks more like a cactus. The orange-yellow liquid from inside the leaves of the Aloe Vera plant benefits health whether taken internally or externally. It treats skin problems such as sunburns, eczema, burns, insect bites, wounds and fungal infections. In addition, Aloe Vera is nature’s skin moisturizer.

As an internal medication, Aloe Vera is beneficial in the treatment of:

• Poor appetite and digestive disorders
• Bronchial congestion
• Chronic constipation
• Uterus, liver, ulcers, colon and hemorrhoids disorders
• Keeps the colon clean
• Stimulates bile flow

Ginseng

This root is known to be an adaptogen. Adaptogens assist the body to restore itself to health and work without side effects even if the recommended dose is widely exceeded.

• Vitality
• Anti-aging
• Treats ethargy, arthritis, impotence, senility, and many other conditions

Echinacea

Echinacea is thought to serve as a stimulant to the body’s immune system by activating white blood cells, whereby making it more difficult for foreign bodies to infect cells. When taken with Goldenseal as symptoms are first encountered, it helps eliminate colds.

Goldenseal

As mentioned earlier, Goldenseal complements Echinacea as a cold and flu remedy. Goldenseal’s aquaretic effects combined with both antimocrobila and anti-inflammatory properties allow this herb to be used to treat a variety of conditions which include:

• Bladder inflammation
• Arthritis
• Allergies
• Kidney stones
• Laryngitis (as a gargle)
• Sore throats

Ginkgo Biloba

The Ginkgo tree is one of the oldest tree species on earth. It works by increasing the flow of blood to the brain and through the body’s network of blood vessels. It is best known as a concentration aid. Clinical studies have shown that Ginkgo Biloba exhibits therapeutic activity in a variety of disorders including Alzheimer’s disease, failing memory, age-related dementias, bad cerebral and ocular blood flow, congestive symptoms of premenstrual syndrome, and the prevention of altitude sickness.

Guarana

This berry from the Amazon has many uses but is most often used to increase fat-burning ability and increase energy. It is an excellent alternative to caffeine. Guarana soft drinks are wildly popular in Brazil. It is often found in energy and health drinks sold worldwide such as Sobe’s Lizard line.

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