All Entries in the "Herbal Supplements" Category
The Health Benefits of Ashwagandha Root
Ashwagandha, which is also called Indian ginseng or winter cherry, is a short shrub which is cultivated in India, Nepal and other regions of South Asia. This is mainly because people in these regions use its roots to treat a number of ailments and health issues. Ayurvedic medicine considers ashwagandha root as the herb of [...]
The Health Benefits of Alfalfa
Alfalfa is a flowering plant which is also one of the world's most important forage plants. It is native to Asia and it was used primarily for feeding animals, but it was exported and cultivated in other parts of the world like North America, Europe and Canada because of its health benefits. Alfalfa is loaded [...]
Herbs that Help to Fight Depression
Many people who have adverse reactions to pharmaceutical drugs choose to use herbs and herbal supplements to treat various medical and psychological conditions, such as depression and anxiety. But even if your body does not react negatively to synthetic drugs, you need to consider herbal supplements to alleviate depression. These are natural, less costly, and [...]
Herbs that Help to Treat Acne
Most holistic practitioners consider acne as a symptom of underlying health problems. These include hormonal imbalance, poor digestion, inefficient liver and bowel function, and poor nutrition. In herbal healing, the treatment of acne normally involves the use of topical herbal applications and taking herbal supplements made specifically for the purpose of treating the cause of [...]
4 Herbs that Help to Treat Impotence
Impotence or erectile dysfunction is a serious problem that millions of men around the world want to get rid of. It refers to a man's inability to maintain an erection long enough to enable him to engage in sex. Medical science has not classified impotence as a disease but they consider it as an indication [...]
Health Benefits of Onion
Onion is a bulb plant which is widely known as an ingredient in various types of dishes. But aside from its ability to add flavor and aroma to the foods we eat, it has a number of health benefits. Onions contain sulfur compounds, quercetin, calcium, magnesium, iron, sodium, potassium, selenium and phosphorus which are essential [...]
Health Benefits of Ginseng Tea
Ginseng is a perennial plant that is found only in the Northern Hemisphere, North America and eastern Asia, particularly Korea, Northern China and eastern Siberia. It is priced for its human-shaped root which is used for medicinal purposes. Ginseng tea is derived from the fleshy roots of this plant and it is known to have [...]
Important Facts about Herbal Supplements Part2
This is the second of a two-part series that covers the important facts that you need to know about herbal supplements. In this chapter, we will continue to uncover more information about them so that we will be able to enjoy their health benefits without experiencing their risks. Should You Believe their Claims? Even if [...]
Important Facts About Herbal Supplements Part1
Herbal supplements are products which are derived from plants and people use them as dietary supplement or to augment their traditional medical treatments. Herbal supplements had been here for quite a while. Based on our experience, we know that some of them can have drug-like effects which can be harmful. Yet the Food and Drugs [...]
A List of Popular Herbs and Their Uses Part2
This is the second of a two-part series that introduces some of the most popular herbs and their uses. In this article, we will take up more herbs and their properties. 9. Cayenne Pepper Cayenne pepper is a red hot chili pepper which is widely cultivated for their culinary and medicinal purposes. It contains dietary [...]
