Cayenne for Constipation (L.) Capsicum frutescens
Although erroneously called a type of pepper, cayenne is actual an herb/spice from the Nightshade family, which includes tomatoes, eggplants, and potatoes. Actually, Cayenne is from the Capsicum genus consisting…
Astragalus for Long-Term Immune Support (L.) A. propinquus / A. membranaceus / A. mongholicus / Phaca membranacea
PHYLOGENETIC INFORMATION: Phylum: Angiosperm Class: Eudicot Family: Fabaceae Genus: Astragalus L. Species: A. propinquus (syn. A. membranaceus), A. mongholicus (syn. Phaca membranacea) Common Names: Astragalus [root], Radix Astragali/Astragali Radix, milk…
Stinging Nettle for Small Intestines, Bladder & Lungs (L.) Urtica dioica
SOURCES:Bakshaee, Mehdi et al. “Efficiacy of Supportive Therapy of Allergic Rhinitis by Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) root extract: a Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Clinical Trial.”Iranian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research vol. 16,…
Black Pepper for Digestion & More… (L.) Piper nigrum
In this herbs and spices spotlight, we’ll explore the popular “king of spices” – black pepper also known as black peppercorn, pepper, and piper. Derived from an Indian name, its…
St. John’s Wort for Depression (L.) Hypericum perforatum
…Useful for people who are in the dark, living a shadow life. It opens the emotional windows and lets the sunlight in.” ~David Winston, Adaptogens (2nd ed.) In this herb…