Europe wormwood

Fights fungal infections like candida.

Alleviate symptoms of rheumatism, bronchitis, gastritis, ulcers and liver ailments.

Strengthens the immune system especially during chronic fatigue syndrome, fybromyalgia, cancer and tumors, HIV and anti-biotic use.

Warning: Do not use during pregnancy or lactation.

              High doses may cause nose bleeding, sudden nausea and vomiting.

              Consult a health practitioner when using blood thinning medication.

Rich source of calsium and magnesium. Excellent for liver cleanse and detox.

Mild laxative and diuretic. Roots are harvested, dried and roasted as a coffee substitute.

May be used for gallbladder ailments and rheumatic complaints.

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.

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.

Scientifically proved to be beneficial in the treatment of gastric ulcers, hyperlipidemia and diabetes.

Assists the body with gastro-intestinal tract disorders and infections. 

Antibacterial, anti-fungal, antiviral, spasmolytic and anti-inflammatory.

Warning: Not to be used when taking lithium.

Relieves urinary tract infections and prostate problems. Gives symptomatic relief of rheumatism. Helps reduce high blood pressure by reducing  water retention. A strong diuretic.

Warning: Buchu may deplete potassium levels. Not to be taken during pregnancy or lactation.

Active against bacteria, fungi and viruses (including herpes).

Relaxation and stress relief.

Eases spasm in the digestive tract.

Warning: Avoid when on thyroid medication because it inhibits the absorption of thyroid medication.

Alleviates symptoms of shock. combats insomnia and helps for baby's colic.

Use to treat flatulence and digestive complaints.

Contains Vitamin C which boosts the immune system.

Warning: May cause allergic skin reactions.

Combats catarrh, coughs and bronchitis.

Alleviates diarrhoea and eases haemorrhoids.

Warning: Not to be taken during pregnancy or lactation. Not intended for long term use.

Most useful relaxing nervines.

For insomnia, PTSD, intestinal colic, insomnia, stress, anxiety, high blood pressure, epilepsy, PMS and cramps of painful periods.

Warning: Not to be taken during pregnancy or lactation. May cause drowsiness. Do not use in conjunction with other sedatives.

Treats stomach cramps and flatulence. Stimulates appetite and the secretion of gastric juices.

Useful against headaches and nervous complaints.

Improves memory.

Support for indigestion and flatulence, loss of appetite and helpful against internal parasites. Also a good diuretic.

Largely used in India against cough and upper respiratory infections

Warning: Estragole is carcinogenic at higher doses, and should not be taken over long periods of time. Not to be used during pregnancy or lactation. Avoid giving to young children.

Anti-inflammatory

May enhance bone and joint health.

May help prevent hardening of arteries in people suffering from diabetes.

Helps combat cell degeneration. Nay help stop cholesterol from forming gall stones.

Beneficial in the overall fight against Alzheimer's disease.

Warning: Not to be taken during pregnancy or with people having congestive heart disease.

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 in Vitamin K. Rich source of Vitamin A and C. Contains various minerals. Helps lower cholesterol concentration in the bloodstream because of high levels of manganese. 

Warning: Massive amounts of Alfalfa in the diet could result in symptoms of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) or in reversible pancytopenia.

              Not to be taken during pregnancy or lactation.

Eases respiratory infections like coughs and bronchitis, allergic rhinitis and hayfever.

Soothes PMS, increases flow of urination and menstruation.

Assists digestion and calms abdominal cramps.

Warning: Not to be taken during pregnancy or lactation