Articles categorized as Herb Library

Scullcap

Saw Palmetto

Red Clover

Psyllium

Psyllium is a soluble fiber that has a many uses including for both constipation and diarrhea. Research suggests it can lower cholesterol and blood sugar.

Pau d’Arco

Passion Flower

Oregon Grape

Oregon grape (barberry) contains an intriguing chemical called berberine. It has anti-cancer activity. There is also evidence it has antibacterial action.

Milk Thistle

Ma Huang

Licorice

Lemon Balm

Kava

Juniper

Horse Chestnut

Horse chestnut has been used in folk medicine to treat a range of conditions from varicose veins and hemorrhoids to arthritis and coughs.

Hops

Guggul

Green Tea

Grapeseed

Gotu Kola

Goldenseal

Goldenseal is a native North American herb that has a reputation for boosting the immune system.

Ginseng

Ginkgo

Ginger

Garlic

Feverfew

Fennel

Evening Primrose

Elderberry

Echinacea

Dong quai

Cranberry

Chamomile

Cayenne

Cat’s Claw

Cascara Sagrada

Cascara sagrada, once a popular though harsh laxative, is no longer permitted in over-the-counter medications in the US.

Boswellia

The Indian herb boswellia has anti-inflammatory properties that can help people with arthritis pain or other inflammation.

Black Cohosh

Black cohosh was used by native people in North America to ease inflammation (rheumatism) and backache. Can it ease menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes?

Bilberry

Bilberry may be helpful for combatting mild diarrhea, mild inflammation, and may slow the development of macular degeneration or cataracts.

Arnica

Arnica extract should generally not be ingested, but it is widely used topically to treat bruises and wounds and speed their healing.

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera has a long tradition as a medicinal plant. The leaves contain a clear gel that soothes irritated skin. Their latex is a harsh laxative.