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Tonic Herbs |
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Kitchen Herbs---> |
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DANG
GUI The root of the Dang Gui is used for its medicinal qualities. Its key actions are analgesic, blood tonic, antispasmodic, circulatory stimulant, laxative, and uterine stimulant. The Dang Gui is often used to treat anemia and menstrual problems. It is a good tonic, especially after childbirth. CAUTION: |
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GOTU
KOLA The aerial parts of the Gotu Kola have key actions such as a bitter, blood tonic and purifier, digestive tonic, diuretic, relaxant and laxative. They have been used as a
rejuvenating remedy that relives problems associated with
old age, improves failing memories. It is also a stimulating
tea that helps counter stress and fatigue.
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REISHI The fruiting body of this fungus is usually the part of the plant used to cure ailments. The key actions of this herb are antibacterial, anti-tumor, anti-viral, expectorant, immune stimulant, and sedative. It also reduces high blood pressure. The Reishi mushroom is mainly used to promote long life, to help relieve liver disorders, to lower sugar and cholesterol levels, and can also be used to treat the overanxious or elderly. |
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KOREAN
GINSENG The root of this herb can be an immune stimulant, and a tonic. It also lowers blood sugar and cholesterol levels. it is often used to aid the recovery from chest problems, and it is a good winter energy tonic. CAUTION: |
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DAMIANA The aerial parts of this herb are used for their medicinal qualities. Their actions are diuretic, antidepressant, reviver, stimulant and a mood enchanter. This herb is a useful tonic in convalescence, and is very helpful for menstrual problems as well as prostate problems. |
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Bitter means a digestive stimulant. |
Tonic is an herb that restores and nourishes the body. |
Laxative is an herb that stimulates the bowel movement, and encourages the release of natural waste. |
Analgesic means to relieve pain |
Diuretic means to increase output of urine. |
Expectorant means causing the coughing out of phlegm. |