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167 Herbs found
Rhubarb
Rhubarb
Rhubarb stalks are consumed as food. Its rhizome and root are used in Traditional Chinese Medicine…
Purported Uses:
  • Cancer
  • Constipation
  • Fever
  • Immune suppression
  • Inflammation
  • Infection
  • Ulcers
Magnesium
Magnesium
Slow-mag®, MAG 2®, Mag-Ox®
Magnesium plays many essential roles in the human body. Adequate intake can help prevent chronic…
Purported Uses:
  • Asthma
  • Cancer risk
  • Cardiovascular disease
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Fatigue
  • Hot flashes
  • Hypertension
  • Leg cramps
  • Migraines
  • Osteoporosis
  • Premenstrual syndrome
AHCC
AHCC
AHCC is a proprietary mushroom extract used to prevent and treat cancer.
Purported Uses:
  • Cancer
  • Infections
  • Liver function
Pau D'arco
Pau D'arco
Pau d'arco is derived from the inner bark of Tabebuia trees native to South America. Supplemental…
Purported Uses:
  • Cancer treatment
  • Antibacterial
  • Antifungal
ArginMax
ArginMax
ArginMax is a nutritional supplement promoted to improve both female sexual dysfunction and…
Purported Uses:
  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Female sexual dysfunction
Hops
Hops
Hops are used in beer brewing to add bitterness and flavor, and as herbal medicine for mood…
Purported Uses:
  • Arthritis
  • Insomnia
  • Menopausal symptoms
  • Diabetes
Lycium
Lycium
Lycium or goji berries are used in traditional medicine in several Asian countries for many…
Purported Uses:
  • Cancer
  • Cardiovascular health
  • Pain
  • Sedation
  • Vision
Noni
Noni
Noni is an evergreen plant found throughout Polynesia, and its fruits are used in traditional…
Purported Uses:
  • Cancer treatment
  • Diabetes
  • Hypertension
  • Immunostimulation
  • Pain
Oldenlandia diffusa
Oldenlandia diffusa
O. diffusa is an herb found in East Asia and Southern China. It is used in traditional Chinese…
Purported Uses:
  • Hepatitis
  • Cancer
  • Snake bite
  • Arthritis
  • High cholesterol
Cayenne
Cayenne
Cayenne, a culinary spice, is traditionally used as a gargle for laryngitis and orally as a…
Purported Uses:
  • Digestion
  • Circulation
  • Diabetes
  • Weight control