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160 Herbs found
Tribulus terrestris
Tribulus terrestris
Tribulus is a perennial herb used in traditional medicine for chest pain, dizziness, skin and eye…
Purported Uses:
  • Cancer treatment
  • Hypertension
  • Infertility in both sexes
  • Muscle strength
  • Infections
  • Rheumatic pain
  • Kidney stones
Capsaicin
Capsaicin
Zostrix® cream 0.025% & 0.075%; Salonpas® Gel-Patch Hot; Sinus Buster® (homeopathic intranasal spray)
Capsaicin is the active component derived from the fruit of capsicum or cayenne pepper. It may be…
Purported Uses:
  • Arthritis
  • Neuropathy
  • Muscle pain
  • Pruritus
  • Psoriasis
  • Headache
Vinpocetine
Vinpocetine
Cavinton
Vinpocetine is made from a compound found in the common periwinkle plant. It was developed in…
Purported Uses:
  • Alzheimer's disease
  • Cognition
  • Dementia
  • Memory loss
  • Stroke
  • Cancer 
Fucoidan
Fucoidan
Fucoidan is a polysaccharide found in the cell walls of many species of brown seaweed.
Purported Uses:
  • Immunostimulation
  • Inflammation
  • Prevent blood clots
  • Hypertension
Guarana
Guarana
Guarana contains caffeine, and therefore has stimulant effects. Long-term effects of using guarana…
Purported Uses:
  • Appetite suppression
  • Fatigue
  • Sexual performance
  • CNS Stimulant
Suan Zao Ren Tang
Suan Zao Ren Tang
Suan Zao Ren Tang is a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) formula used to treat insomnia.
Purported Uses:
  • Insomnia
  • Anxiety
Pennyroyal
Pennyroyal
An essential oil or tea derived from the leaves and flowering tops of the plant, pennyroyal was…
Purported Uses:
  • Cancer 
  • Inflammation
  • Insect repellent
  • Lung conditions
  • Menstrual symptoms
Nettle
Nettle
The root of Nettle, a perennial flowering plant, is widely used to treat benign prostatic…
Purported Uses:
  • Allergies
  • Arthritis
  • Benign prostatic hypertrophy
  • Chest congestion
  • Urinary problems
  • Spasms
Agaricus
Agaricus
Agaricus blazei is an edible mushroom native to Brazil and is cultivated in Japan for medicinal…
Purported Uses:
  • Arteriosclerosis
  • Hepatitis
  • Diabetes
  • High Cholesterol
Valerian
Valerian
Valerian is sold as a dietary supplement for calmness and to improve sleep quality. It has a…
Purported Uses:
  • Anxiety
  • Insomnia
  • Muscle spasms
  • Menopause