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Hops (Humulus lupulus): traditional uses for sleep, phytochemistry, tea recipes, synergy with valerian, contraindications and safety precautions.
Diuretic Plants
White Mulberry (Morus alba): Properties and Benefits
White mulberry (Morus alba): traditional uses of the mulberry tree, leaf DNJ, preparation methods, recipes and key precautions for blood sugar levels.
Agave (Agave americana): Properties and Benefits
Agave (Agave americana): common names, traditional uses, phytochemical profile, food preparation and care with the sap, which causes contact dermatitis.
Simarouba amara: Properties, Benefits and Uses
Simarouba amara: popular names, traditional uses, quassinoids, preparation methods and the safety precautions needed with its bitter simarouba bark.
Spinach (Spinacia oleracea): Properties and Benefits
Spinach (Spinacia oleracea): nutrients, traditional uses, oxalate and warfarin precautions, and how it differs from New Zealand spinach.
Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera): Properties and Benefits
Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera): common names, parts used, traditional uses, phytochemicals, recipes, contraindications and how to tell it from the blue lotus.
Rowan (Sorbus aucuparia): Properties and Benefits
Rowan (Sorbus aucuparia): traditional uses, compounds, recipes with cooked berries, contraindications and precautions with the raw berries.
Madder (Rubia tinctorum): Properties and Benefits
Madder (Rubia tinctorum): its history as a dye plant, traditional uses, root phytochemistry and the genotoxicity warnings that accompany the plant.
Kola Nut (Cola nitida): Properties, Benefits and Uses
Kola nut (Cola nitida): traditional uses, caffeine and other phytochemicals, preparation forms, recipes, contraindications and safety precautions explained.
Rupturewort (Herniaria glabra): Properties and Benefits
Rupturewort (Herniaria glabra): traditional uses as a mild diuretic, active compounds, preparation methods, research findings and safety precautions.
Khella (Ammi visnaga): Properties and Benefits
Khella (Ammi visnaga): traditional uses, khellin and visnagin, preparation methods, research, and cautions about the liver, sunlight, and drug interactions.
Rice (Oryza sativa): Properties, Benefits and Uses
Rice (Oryza sativa): learn about the traditional uses of rice water and rice bran, the compounds studied, home recipes and arsenic precautions.
Skunk Cabbage (Symplocarpus foetidus): Properties and Benefits
Skunk cabbage (Symplocarpus foetidus): traditional uses, phytochemistry, preparation methods, calcium oxalate risks and contraindications of the plant.
Mouse-Ear Hawkweed (Pilosella officinarum): Benefits and Uses
Mouse-ear hawkweed (Pilosella officinarum): traditional uses, active compounds, tea preparation, synergies and safety precautions for this diuretic herb.
Manna Ash (Fraxinus ornus): Properties and Benefits
Manna ash (Fraxinus ornus): learn about its mannitol-rich manna, traditional uses, plant compounds, recipes and the safety precautions to keep in mind.
Galangal (Alpinia galanga): Properties and Benefits
Galangal (Alpinia galanga): explore common names, traditional uses, rhizome compounds, preparation methods, recipes and safety notes for this spice.
Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius): Properties and Benefits
Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius): traditional uses of the flower, seed oil, active compounds, preparations and cautions in pregnancy and with anticoagulants.
Wild Strawberry (Fragaria vesca): Properties and Benefits
Wild strawberry (Fragaria vesca): learn about the traditional uses of its leaves, the compounds in its fruits, preparation methods and allergy precautions.
Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria): Properties and Benefits
Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria): traditional uses, natural salicylates, how to make the tea, recipes, contraindications and its link to aspirin.
Pipsissewa (Chimaphila umbellata): Properties and Benefits
Pipsissewa (Chimaphila umbellata): traditional uses, phytochemicals, tea preparation, synergies and contraindications of this herb of the Ericaceae family.
German Iris (Iris germanica): Properties and Benefits
German iris (Iris germanica): traditional uses, phytochemistry, how the dried and cured rhizome is prepared, safety precautions and contraindications.
Quaking Aspen (Populus tremuloides): Properties and Benefits
Quaking aspen (Populus tremuloides): learn about the traditional uses of its salicin-rich bark, preparation, herbal pairings and contraindications.
Black Horehound (Ballota nigra): Properties and Benefits
Black horehound (Ballota nigra): traditional calming and digestive uses, preparation forms, recipes, drug interactions and contraindications in pregnancy.
Purple Pitcher Plant (Sarracenia purpurea): Benefits and Uses
Purple pitcher plant (Sarracenia purpurea): traditional uses of this carnivorous plant, preparation methods, laboratory studies and contraindications.
Sea Holly (Eryngium maritimum): Properties and Benefits
Sea holly (Eryngium maritimum): traditional uses as a diuretic and expectorant, preparation methods, recipes, contraindications and safety precautions.
Lingonberry (Vaccinium vitis-idaea): Benefits and Uses
Lingonberry (Vaccinium vitis-idaea): traditional uses, how to prepare leaf tea and juice, phytochemical profile, contraindications and arbutin precautions.
Couch Grass (Elymus repens): Properties and Benefits
Couch grass (Elymus repens): traditional uses, parts used, preparation methods, recipes, safety, contraindications and drug interactions.
European Larch (Larix decidua): Properties and Benefits
European larch (Larix decidua): traditional uses of the resin and bark, preparation methods, active compounds, contraindications and safety precautions.
Cowslip (Primula veris): Properties and Benefits
Cowslip (Primula veris): traditional uses of the flower and root, preparations, recipes, synergies, contraindications and safety notes on allergy and saponins.
Tangerine (Citrus reticulata): Properties and Benefits
Tangerine (Citrus reticulata): traditional uses of the peel and fruit, preparations, recipes, active compounds, contraindications and drug interactions.
Chives (Allium schoenoprasum): Properties and Benefits
Chives (Allium schoenoprasum): traditional uses, sulfur compounds, preparation methods, culinary recipes and contraindications of this aromatic herb.
Buchu (Agathosma betulina): Properties and Benefits
Buchu (Agathosma betulina): traditional uses of the South African plant, preparation methods, essential oil compounds and contraindications of buchu.
Artichoke (Cynara scolymus): Properties and Benefits
Artichoke (Cynara scolymus): traditional uses for digestion and the liver, preparation methods, recipes, cholesterol studies and contraindications.
Gas Plant (Dictamnus albus): Properties and Benefits
Gas Plant (Dictamnus albus): traditional uses, preparation, phytochemicals and contraindications of a phototoxic plant with liver risk when taken internally.
Espinheira Santa (Maytenus ilicifolia): Benefits and Uses
Espinheira Santa (Maytenus ilicifolia): digestive properties, traditional uses for gastritis and ulcers, tea preparation, and pregnancy warnings.
Chicory (Cichorium intybus): Properties and Benefits
Chicory (Cichorium intybus): traditional uses, tea preparation, digestive and liver properties, contraindications, and safe consumption guidelines.
Pokeweed (Phytolacca americana): Properties and Benefits
Pokeweed (Phytolacca americana): traditional uses, phytochemistry, dosage forms, and the toxicity risks and contraindications for pregnancy and children.
Coconut (Cocos nucifera): Properties and Benefits
Coconut (Cocos nucifera): traditional uses, oil and water benefits, phytochemistry, preparation methods, and contraindications explained for coconut palm.
Caraway (Carum carvi): Properties and Benefits
Caraway (Carum carvi) supports digestion and eases gas; see traditional uses, preparation methods, recipes, and contraindications.
Coriander (Coriandrum sativum): Properties and Benefits
Coriander (Coriandrum sativum): traditional uses, tea and essential oil preparation, digestive and calming properties, and usage precautions.
Red Spiderling (Boerhavia diffusa): Benefits and Uses
Red Spiderling (Boerhavia diffusa): traditional uses, preparation methods, diuretic and hepatoprotective properties, and pregnancy precautions.
Dill (Anethum graveolens): Properties and Benefits
Dill (Anethum graveolens): traditional uses, tea preparation, and contraindications for pregnant women, nursing mothers, and those on blood thinners.
Cocoa (Theobroma cacao): Properties and Benefits
Cocoa (Theobroma cacao): tropical tree valued for antioxidant powder, nibs, and traditional recipes supporting mood, energy, and heart health.
Field Elm (Ulmus minor): Properties and Benefits
Field elm (Ulmus minor): traditional uses, tea and poultice preparation, phytochemical profile, and contraindications for internal and topical use.
Cucumber (Cucumis sativus): Properties and Benefits
Cucumber (Cucumis sativus): traditional uses, properties, preparation methods, synergies, and contraindications explained clearly.
Silver Birch (Betula pendula): Properties and Benefits
Silver Birch (Betula pendula): traditional uses, tea and sap preparation, contraindications, and the pollen's cross-reaction allergy risk.
Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata): Benefits and Uses
Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata): traditional uses, tea preparation, synergies, and contraindications of this calming herb for anxiety and insomnia.
Butterbur (Petasites hybridus): Properties and Benefits
Butterbur (Petasites hybridus): a plant used in PA-free extracts, studied for migraine and allergy support; see uses, risks, and contraindications.
Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus): Properties and Benefits
Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus): traditional uses, preparation methods, home recipes, and contraindications for this antioxidant-rich fruit.
Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis): Properties and Benefits
Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis): traditional uses, phytochemical profile, preparation methods, and contraindications for this berberine-rich rhizome.
Horsetail (Equisetum arvense): Properties and Benefits
Horsetail (Equisetum arvense): diuretic and remineralizing properties, tea preparation, and contraindications for pregnancy and kidney disease.
Pau D'Arco (Tabebuia impetiginosa): Benefits and Uses
Pau D'Arco (Tabebuia impetiginosa): traditional bark decoction and poultice preparation, immune and anti-inflammatory properties, plus key contraindications.
Bearberry (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi): Benefits and Uses
Bearberry (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi): traditional uses, leaf infusion preparation, antiseptic properties, and pregnancy contraindications explained.
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale): Properties and Benefits
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is used as a diuretic and liver support herb; see tea preparation, contraindications, and drug interactions.
Arabica Coffee (Coffea arabica): Properties and Benefits
Arabica coffee (Coffea arabica): guide to traditional uses, brewing methods, and contraindications for caffeine sensitivity and pregnancy.
Elderberry (Sambucus nigra): Properties and Benefits
Elderberry (Sambucus nigra): traditional uses, tea and syrup preparation, antiviral properties, and contraindications of this berry-rich shrub.
Common Wheat (Triticum aestivum): Properties and Benefits
Common wheat (Triticum aestivum): explore properties, traditional uses, wheatgrass and wheat germ oil preparation, and gluten contraindications.
Saw Palmetto (Serenoa repens): Properties and Benefits
Explore the benefits of saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) for prostate health, hair loss, and men's wellness. Comprehensive guide on uses and properties.
Garlic (Allium sativum): Properties and Benefits
Discover the therapeutic properties of garlic (Allium sativum). Complete guide on cardiovascular, antimicrobial benefits, recipes, and contraindications.