Ginseng is said to be highly good for the metabolism, and promotes general well being. It has a reputation as an aphrodisiac, but this seems to be totally based on the fact that it relaxes the overly tense person a bit. If you suffer from back pain or TMJ adding this to a tea of C...
There are so many different kinds of herbs and plants in Asia, I was really surprised to find out that ginseng was the most widely used one. It's also really valuable, or it used to be before it started being produced commercially. I have a friend who has studied herbs and plants with...
Healing Plants Some research has suggested that compounds in herbs and supplements can enhance immunity. Garlic, astragalus, milk thistle, ginseng, green tea, black cumin, and licorice are just a few herbs that have been reported to have immune boosting benefits. Talk to your doctor of pharmacist...
As the evidence of the health effects ofAstragalus membranaceusis not yet sufficient to make the herb a trusted medicine, not enough evidence is present to definitively say whether the herb is safe to use. This situation is compounded by the fact that the herb generally is mixed with other he...
There are so many different kinds of herbs and plants in Asia, I was really surprised to find out that ginseng was the most widely used one. It's also really valuable, or it used to be before it started being produced commercially. I have a friend who has studied herbs and plants with...
What are the Three Types of Ginseng? Discussion Comments Byanon947390— On Apr 25, 2014 My wife took Swanson's ashwaganda for essential tremors after reading about it. After three weeks of two 250mg pills a day and achieving marginal to no results, she upped it to three a day. ...
both the symptoms and the underlying causes must be treated. This is why prescriptions can involve up to 15 different ingredients, each with a different purpose. Herbs are often used in Chinese hospitals in lieu of drugs, and are thought to be especially effective when combined with acupuncture...
It is possible to be allergic to bilberry plants. When drinking bilberry tea for the first time, it is important to be cautious. Mild allergic reactions to bilberry tea include itchy hives or a rash. More serious allergic reactions can include swelling of the lips, face, or tongue and respi...
Ashwagandha made me very sick. I was taking between 800mg and 2400mg a day and got terrible gastrointestinal problems. Has anyone else had or heard of anyone else having these issues with ashwagandha? Byanon144486— On Jan 19, 2011