Buchu

Excellent and effective remedy for epilepsy

Aids the metabolism and helps ease chronic metabolic disorders. Taken over a long period it may help for diabetes. Improves concentration and normalize hormonal imbalances. 

May reduce hardening of the arteries and be helpful with the effects of a stroke.

Reduces heart rate and strengthens the wall of the peripheral capillaries. Balances high and low blood pressure.

Reduces buzzing in the ears. Helpful in uterine and menstrual disorders and menopause.

Assists with cell degeneration repair, particularly lung and ovarian cancer.

Eases anxiety.

Warning: Not to be taken during pregnancy or lactation.

One of the most beneficial herbs for children with skin problems, eczema and psoriasis.

Beneficial to ease whooping cough.

Alleviates the symptoms of menopause.

Purifies blood.

Warning: Not to be used during pregnancy or lactation.

              May potentiate the effects of anticoagulant drugs.

Anorexia, migraine sickness, gastric ulcers, indigestion, bronchitis, pleurisy and cystitis. Specially helpful in cases of stomach cramps and flatulence.

Helpful for PMS and anti-spasmodic for women.

Warning: Use of large amounts may cause skin irritations and allergic reactions

High hypoglysacaemic  and diuretic activities. Considered to be a good herb against skin problems like eczema and psoriasis. Has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.

For flatulence, digestive aid by stimulating bile and digestive juice secretion.

May be useful for colic, flatulent dyspepsia and irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease.

Eases nausea and vomiting during pregnancy and travel sickness. May treat lack of appetite.

Alleviates rheumatism and supports underactive gall bladder.

Relieves Cold and flu symptoms, fever and nasal catarrh.

Beneficial in the treatment of painful periods during PMS and nervous headaches.

Eases exam-time nerves and keeps the mind and memory clear.

Warning: Peppermint may reduce milk flow in nursing mothers.

              Do not give to children under 3 years.

Assist the body with high blood pressure as it is anti-spasmodic and anti-inflammatory.

Hypotensive and assists with low blood pressure, thus a cardiac tonic.

Used for muscle spasms and pain especially in the lower back and legs.

May alleviate menstrual cramps.

Warning: Do not take when allergic to aspirin (because of the salicin content)

              Not to be taken with blood thinning medication.

              May cause hypotension when taken in large doses.

              Not to be used during pregnancy or lactation.

Use for injured nerves, depression and anxiety caused by menopausal changes.

Stimulates gastric and bowel secretions.

May have sedative and pain relieving properties for sciatica and rheumatism.

Warning: Do not use for longer than 10 days at a time. 

              Do not use with any other medication.

              Do not use with warfarin, digoxin and anticonvulsants or other anti-depressant medication.

This gentle combination of Valerian and Feverfew is based on several studies showing these two herbs to be extremely effective in preventing and treating Migraine. Valerion is also well-known for its non-addictive sedating and tranquilising actions and is also highly recommended in cases of restlessness, sleeplessness, menopause and premenstrual syndrome.

Eases hayfever, asthma, eczema and allergig disorders.

Assists with poor kidneys and flood retention.

Improves breast milk production.

Reduces an enlarged and painful prostate.

May alleviate symptoms of gout and arthritis.

It improves urine flow.

Warning: Not to be taken during pregnancy or when taking other diuretic medication.

Bronchilator, helps combat asthma and improves lung capacity.

Effective against pain linked to arthritis and stress and alleviates anxiety. Anti-depressant. Assists  with autism and regulates seizures. Helps mend broken bones.

Stimulates appetite and helps with weight-loss. Regulate and may prevent diabetes. Combats cell-degeneration.

Beneficial for ADHD / ADD. May help reduce pressure applied on the eyeball providing relief to individuals with glaucoma.

Relief for multiple sclerosis. Many more benefits to list

Warning: Might be addictive.

Contains various vitamins and minerals eg. vitamin C, B6, B2, A, iron and magnesium

Lowers blood sugar and blood cholesterol.

Reduces inflammation and protects against arsenic toxicity.

Use to reduce period pains during PMS, osteoarthritis, rheumatism, high temperature, headaches and toothache, migraines.

Replacement of aspirin without the side effects of stomach irritation.

Warning: Long term use may interfere with mineral absorption.

Bursting with antioxidants. Antiviral and anti-bacterial properties. Hormonal balancer.

Supportive therapy for cancer of the bones, lymphatic nodes and breasts.

Combats dermatitis and conjunctivitis. Promotes good oral health. Boosts brain function and may protect against Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.

Warning: Not to be taken during pregnancy or lactation.

Vitality. Balances thyroid hormones. Anti-bacterial.

Combats stress and anxiety and diabetes.

May be beneficial against cataracts.

Brings down high blood pressure and high blood cholesterol.

Combats male infertility. Anti-inflammatory.

Warning: Not to be taken with blood thinning medication.

              Large doses may cause stomach upset, diarrhoea and vomiting. 

              Not to be taken during pregnancy or lactation.

Excellent remedy for incontinence and bed wetting with children.

Used specifically in cases of inflammation or benign enlargement of the prostate gland.

Eases off pain of rheumatism and gout.

Shown healing properties in bleeding, blood spitting, kidney disorders and gravel stones.

Diuretic, to treat post-traumatic and static oedema.

May alleviate enhanced menstrual bleeding.

Rich source of silica.

Warning: Not to be used during pregnancy or lactation. Use for a limited time, not longer than two weeks at a time.

For stress and nervous exhaustion.

May be helpful for recurring cold and flu.

Lowers cholesterol.

Combats arthritic joint inflammation and high uric acid levels. 

May also assist with an under active thyroid.

Warning: May trigger gluten sensitivity