Source: 9 Oregano Oil Benefits to Support Your Health Naturally by Dr. Edward Group Oregano oil is extracted from the oregano plant (Origanum vulgare), a perennial herb from the flowering plant family Lamiaceae. Thanks to its high concentration of antioxidants, carvacrol, and other critical vitamins and nutrients, the health benefits of oregano oil are truly staggering. Oregano … Continue reading 9 Oregano Oil Benefits to Support Your Health Naturally
Bu Gu Zhi: The Scruffy Pea Contains Amazing Tonic and Healing Power
Bu Gu Zhi (botanical name Psoralea corylifolia) is an annual plant in the "Pea family" native to Asia where it often grows as a common weed. It is known as the "Scruffy Pea". The plant reaches a height of about 2 feet producing yellow clover-like flowers from spring to the summer followed by short black … Continue reading Bu Gu Zhi: The Scruffy Pea Contains Amazing Tonic and Healing Power
What Are the Benefits of Yellow Dock Root?
Source: What Are the Benefits of Yellow Dock Root? by Dr. Edward Group Traditionally, yellow dock root has been thought to be a blood purifier and general detoxifier, especially for the liver. The herb, properly known as Rumex crispus, supports detoxification from a few angles. First off, yellow dock root stimulates bile production, which helps digestion, particularly … Continue reading What Are the Benefits of Yellow Dock Root?
What are the Benefits of Chanca Piedra?
Source: What are the Benefits of Chanca Piedra? by Dr. Edward Group Chanca piedra, or phyllanthus niruri, is a well known plant from the Amazon rainforest that has given naturopaths a powerful plant ally in supporting bladder, kidney, gallbladder, and liver health. Traditionally, chanca piedra is thought of as a health supplement that promotes the liver’s … Continue reading What are the Benefits of Chanca Piedra?
What Is Borututu Bark?
Source: What Is Borututu Bark? by Dr. Edward Group Deep in the jungles of Africa, the bark of the borututu tree (Cochlospermum angolensis) holds many treasures. A tea made made from this interesting substance has traditionally been used to manage ailments related to liver function, indigestion, and fatigue. Indeed, borututu bark tea as a broad spectrum tonic … Continue reading What Is Borututu Bark?
10 Antibacterial Herbs: Fight Infections And Kill Bacteria
Microbes are pathogenic organisms that tend to make us sick. Your body works all day every day fighting off these microbes in order to keep you healthy. That is why you have an immune system! Sometimes however the immune system needs a little help. Many herbs and oils are natural antibacterial agents, in fact this … Continue reading 10 Antibacterial Herbs: Fight Infections And Kill Bacteria
The Benefits of Stinging Nettle
Source: The Benefits of Stinging Nettle by Dr. Edward Group Many people know “Stinging Nettle” as an annoying garden weed that delivers a painful bite. However, nettle is far, far more than a nuisance! The nettle plant as a whole- roots, stem, and leaves, has been examined by some of the world’s leading research institutions and found … Continue reading The Benefits of Stinging Nettle
Liver Benefits of Milk Thistle
Source: Liver Benefits of Milk Thistle by Dr. Edward Group Milk thistle, or Silybum marianum, has been used by healers around the world for more than 2,000 years to support prostate, liver, and gallbladder health. Its held in high regard especially for remedying toxin-related damage and other conditions that produce redness and swelling. [1] The incredible success … Continue reading Liver Benefits of Milk Thistle
7 Milk Thistle Uses to Improve Your Health
Source: 7 Milk Thistle Uses to Improve Your Health by Dr. Edward Group Milk thistle (Silybum marianum), a member of the Asteraceae family, is a therapeutic herb with a 2000-year history of use in traditional Chinese, European, and Ayurvedic medicine. Originally native to Southern Europe, Asia Minor, and the Mediterranean region, the plant now grows wild throughout … Continue reading 7 Milk Thistle Uses to Improve Your Health
Adaptogenic Herbs: What Are Adaptogens?
Source: Adaptogenic Herbs: What Are Adaptogens? by Dr. Edward Group What Are Adaptogens? Adaptogens are natural substances that work with a person’s body and help them adapt; most notably, to stress. Adaptogens are a natural ally in dealing with persistent stress and fatigue because they work with regulating important hormones. Adaptogens offer several other health benefits, … Continue reading Adaptogenic Herbs: What Are Adaptogens?
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