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Sweet orange (Citrus × sinensis): traditional uses of the peel and flowers, phytochemistry, home recipes, juice and drug interactions, and safety notes.
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Kudzu (Pueraria montana): Properties and Benefits
Kudzu (Pueraria montana): traditional uses, isoflavones, preparation methods, research on alcohol intake, drug interactions and key safety precautions.
Gumweed (Grindelia robusta): Properties and Benefits
Gumweed (Grindelia robusta): traditional respiratory uses, phytochemistry, preparation, synergies and cautions for kidneys, blood pressure and allergy.
Soapwort (Saponaria officinalis): Properties and Benefits
Soapwort (Saponaria officinalis): learn about traditional uses, saponins, external-use recipes, precautions for internal use and the risk of the seeds.
Saffron (Crocus sativus): Properties and Benefits
Saffron (Crocus sativus): traditional uses, phytochemistry, recipes, safety limits and how to tell saffron apart from turmeric and meadow saffron.
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata): Properties and Benefits
Littleleaf linden (Tilia cordata): traditional uses of linden, key compounds, how to prepare the tea, recipes, contraindications, and drug interactions.
Hairy Beggarticks (Bidens pilosa): Properties and Benefits
Hairy beggarticks (Bidens pilosa): traditional uses, phytochemical profile, preparation methods and key precautions on phototoxicity and drug interactions.
Early-Purple Orchid (Orchis mascula): Properties and Benefits
Early-purple orchid (Orchis mascula): traditional uses of salep, key compounds, safety precautions and why wild-harvested tubers should be avoided.
Polypody (Polypodium vulgare): Properties and Benefits
Polypody (Polypodium vulgare): learn about the traditional uses of this fern, its phytochemicals, preparation methods, recipes and safety precautions.
Lemon (Citrus × limon): Properties and Benefits
Lemon (Citrus × limon): names, phytochemistry, traditional uses, recipes and precautions for tooth enamel, reflux and peel phototoxicity.
Ground-Ivy (Glechoma hederacea): Properties and Benefits
Ground-ivy (Glechoma hederacea): traditional uses, active compounds, preparation methods, recipes and the safety precautions to know before using the plant.
Key Lime (Citrus × aurantiifolia): Properties and Benefits
Key lime (Citrus × aurantiifolia): popular names, traditional uses, phytochemistry, recipes and precautions for sun exposure, skin and tooth enamel.
Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha): Properties and Benefits
Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha): learn about the traditional uses of the resin, its compounds, preparation methods, drug interactions and pregnancy precautions.
Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora): Properties and Benefits
Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora): traditional external uses, chemotypes, phytochemical profile, contraindications and toxicity warnings, especially for children.
Black Cherry (Prunus serotina): Properties and Benefits
Black cherry (Prunus serotina): traditional use of the bark for cough, preparation methods, toxicity of leaves and pits, and contraindications.
Jasmine (Jasminum officinale): Properties and Benefits
Jasmine (Jasminum officinale): traditional uses, active compounds, tea and massage oil recipes, safety precautions and frequently asked questions.
Bog Myrtle (Myrica gale): Properties and Benefits
Bog myrtle (Myrica gale): traditional uses, essential oil, phytochemicals, home recipes and key precautions in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
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.
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.
Lesser Celandine (Ficaria verna): Properties and Benefits
Lesser celandine (Ficaria verna): traditional uses for hemorrhoids, key compounds, preparation methods and why the fresh plant is toxic and calls for caution.
Iceland Moss (Cetraria islandica): Properties and Benefits
Iceland moss (Cetraria islandica): traditional uses for cough and throat irritation, phytochemistry, tea preparation, recipes and usnic acid precautions.
Peach (Prunus persica): Properties and Benefits
Peach (Prunus persica): common names, traditional uses, bioactive compounds, preparation methods and why the peach kernel should never be eaten.
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.
Oats (Avena sativa): Properties, Benefits and Uses
Oats (Avena sativa): traditional uses, beta-glucans and cholesterol, oat bath and porridge recipes, contraindications and gluten precautions explained.
Immortelle (Helichrysum italicum): Properties and Benefits
Immortelle (Helichrysum italicum): traditional uses, essential oil, active compounds, preparation methods, recipes and safety precautions for this plant.
Oriental Sweetgum (Liquidambar orientalis): Properties and Benefits
Oriental sweetgum (Liquidambar orientalis): traditional uses of its storax resin, phytochemicals, preparation forms, recipes and safety tips for external use.
Radish (Raphanus sativus): Properties and Benefits
Radish (Raphanus sativus): traditional uses, compounds such as glucosinolates, recipes, herbal pairings, and precautions for thyroid health and gallstones.
Bitter Orange (Citrus aurantium): Properties and Benefits
Bitter orange (Citrus aurantium): traditional and culinary uses, phytochemistry, recipes and precautions with synephrine, a cardiovascular stimulant.
Sanicle (Sanicula europaea): Properties and Benefits
Learn about sanicle (Sanicula europaea): traditional uses for wounds, studied compounds, preparation methods, recipes and essential safety precautions.
Sundew (Drosera rotundifolia): Properties and Benefits
Round-leaved sundew (Drosera rotundifolia): traditional uses for coughs, phytochemistry, preparation, recipes and contraindications of this carnivorous plant.
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.
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.
Sunflower (Helianthus annuus): Properties and Benefits
Sunflower (Helianthus annuus): traditional uses of the seeds, leaves and flowers, preparation methods, recipes, active compounds and allergy contraindications.
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.
Angelica (Angelica archangelica): Properties and Benefits
Angelica (Angelica archangelica): traditional uses, preparation methods, contraindications and the photosensitivity risk of this Apiaceae plant.
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.
Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens): Properties and Benefits
Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens): traditional uses, how to prepare the tea and diluted essential oil, pregnancy contraindications and safety precautions.
Indian Coleus (Coleus barbatus): Properties and Benefits
Indian coleus (Coleus barbatus): traditional digestive uses, forskolin, preparation methods, drug interactions and warnings for pregnancy and glaucoma.
Cajuput (Melaleuca cajuputi): Properties and Benefits
Cajuput (Melaleuca cajuputi): traditional uses of the essential oil, preparation methods, topical recipes and contraindications for children and pregnancy.
Anise (Pimpinella anisum): Properties and Benefits
Anise (Pimpinella anisum): traditional digestive and calming uses, how to prepare the tea and tincture, contraindications, and how it differs from star anise.
Lovage (Levisticum officinale): Properties and Benefits
Lovage (Levisticum officinale): traditional uses as a digestive and diuretic herb, how to make lovage tea, plant compounds and contraindications.
Bay Laurel (Laurus nobilis): Properties and Benefits
Bay Laurel (Laurus nobilis): traditional uses, tea and essential oil, active compounds, contraindications, and why whole leaves must come out before eating.
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.
Marsh Cudweed (Gnaphalium uliginosum): Benefits and Uses
Marsh Cudweed (Gnaphalium uliginosum): plant used in traditional infusions for mild hypertension and sore throat, with contraindications in pregnancy.
Black Cumin (Nigella sativa): Properties and Benefits
Black cumin (Nigella sativa): seeds traditionally used for immunity, digestion, and inflammation, with preparation methods, dosing, and contraindications.
Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum): Properties and Benefits
Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum): digestive spice used in teas, with traditional effects on digestion, circulation, and known contraindications.
Damiana (Turnera diffusa): Properties and Benefits
Damiana (Turnera diffusa) is an aphrodisiac plant used in teas and tinctures, with traditional effects on libido and anxiety, and pregnancy contraindications.
Guaco (Mikania glomerata): Properties and Benefits
Guaco (Mikania glomerata): traditional use for respiratory conditions, tea and syrup preparation, anticoagulant interactions, and pregnancy warning.
Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis): Properties and Benefits
Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis): traditional uses for cough and digestion, tea preparation, and essential oil contraindications in pregnancy and children.
African Ginger (Siphonochilus aethiopicus): Benefits and Uses
African ginger (Siphonochilus aethiopicus): traditional uses, tea preparation, and contraindications for pregnancy and blood thinners.
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.
Sweet Bugleweed (Lycopus virginicus): Benefits and Uses
Sweet Bugleweed (Lycopus virginicus): North American herb for cough and palpitations, with infusion, tincture, and contraindications for thyroid issues.
Beleric (Terminalia bellirica): Properties and Benefits
Beleric (Terminalia bellirica): traditional uses, preparation methods, Triphala synergy, and contraindications of this Ayurvedic laxative plant.
Elecampane (Inula helenium): Properties and Benefits
Elecampane (Inula helenium): root used in teas and decoctions for cough, digestion, and immune support, with preparation and cautions explained.
Catnip (Nepeta cataria): Properties and Benefits
Catnip (Nepeta cataria): calming herb brewed as tea for anxiety, sleep, and digestion, with preparation methods and contraindications explained.
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.
Slippery Elm (Ulmus rubra): Properties and Benefits
Slippery Elm (Ulmus rubra): traditional uses, tea preparation, demulcent properties, and contraindications of this North American medicinal bark.
Celery (Apium graveolens): Properties and Benefits
Celery (Apium graveolens): diuretic and anti-inflammatory plant, with traditional uses, preparation, synergies, and contraindications explained.