Horsetail

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.

SugarTREAT has been formulated with a multi-faceted approach to stabilising and normalising the body's blood sugar. the primary ingredient, Fenugreek, is well-known for its traditional use in late onset diabetes, high cholesterol and related problems like impotence and low libido. Cancerbush which contains, Pinitol - a well-known antidiabetic agent also aids the liver and general immune system with its strong adaptogenic & tonic effects.

Immune booster.  May ease chronic cough and cold.  May reduce blood cholesterol levels.  Acts as general tonic.  Useful in treatment of stomach ulcers.  Assist the digestive system.  Nerve tonic.  Eases of asthma attach.  Protection against cell degeneration.  Protects the liver and helps in managing diabetes.  Powerful anti-oxidant.  Assist for radiant, firm skin.  Can assist in weight management.

Warning:  May interfere with blood thinning medication.

Eases swelling and pain especially in people who are on their feet the whole day.

Improves circulation and tightens the circulatory system's veins.

Strengthens the bloodvessels capillary walls.

Enhances the blood flow to brain legs and hands.

Warning: Not recommended for people with high bloodpressure.

              Large doses may cause vomiting, purging, weakening of the heart and low blood pressure and respiratory collapse.

              Not to be used during pregnancy and lactation

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.

This herb is known for its mind-restoring abilities, provides mental energy, improves brain health and circulation and oxygen to the brain.  May also alleviate memory-loss.  May be helpful for Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's.  May help to lower high blood-pressure and may assist in alleviating artero-sclerosis and diabetes in the elderly.  May be used for asthmatic disorders.  Anti-inflammatory and helpful in auto-immune ailments.  May assist severe tinitis, extreme vertigo and irregular heartbeat.

Warning:  Do not use in conjunction with anti-coagulant drugs.  

Passion flower is a mild sedative.  Combined with other sedative herbs.

Warning:  not to be used 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.

Helps for adrenal gland fatigue. 

Alleviates catarrh, bronchitis, asthma, allergies and coughs.

Alleviates gastritis and ulcers.

Anti-viral

Warning: Not to be taken when on high blood medication.

              Not to be taken during pregnancy or lactation.

Soothing medicine for cough, peptic ulcers and inflammation of the mucosa of the mouth, stomach and throat.

May alleviate inflamed hemorrhoids.

Use as a gargle to sooth the throat.

Marshmallow root lubricates mucous membranes and inner linings of the respiratory tract and alleviate inflammation. Peppermint has strong antimicrobial properties and assists the body in calming mucosal inflammation and breaks down catarrh in the respiratory tract.

Cancerbush acts as an adaptogen for inflammation caused by pollen in the air.

Warning: Not to be taken during pregnancy or lactation. Avoid using longer than 60 (sixty) days as Stinging nettle may cause skin irritations and rash.

Beneficial in the treatment of epilepsy, insomnia, hysteria and anxiety.

Helps renew and revive the central nervous system.

May relieve and prevent epileptic seizures,

May assist with PMS and promote menstruation.

Helps treat throat infections. 

May be beneficial for ADD.

Warning: Overdose causes giddiness, stupor, confusion and twitching.

              Not to be used during pregnancy or lactation.

              May potentiate the effects of sedative medications.

Antiviral properties and boosts immune system. Combats infection, arthritis, allergies, asthma and diabetes.

Effective against ulcers and hemorrhoids and cell-degeneration. 

Helps repair DNA.

Helps reduce high blood pressure.

May relieve symptoms of osteoarthritis,

Warning: Might slow blood clotting. Stop taking at least 2 weeks before any surgery.

Hawthorn strengthens the heartmuscles and aorta and supports circulation. Lilly of the valley is used against mild cardiac insufficiency associated with old age and cor pulmonale. Ginkgo biloba assists the cerebrovascular insufficiency. Supportive herbs include Billberry and Ginseng.

Warning: Avoid taking when on other heart medication. Not to be taken during pregnancy or lactation.

Arthritis, fever, common cold and hypertension benefits from this herb.

May assist in treating lack of appetite and minor dyspeptic complaints.

Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory.

Warning: Not to be taken during pregnancy or lactation.

Supportive therapy for chronic rheumatism, gout and arthritis.

Relieves flatulence. May purify blood.

Useful in the treatment of scaling skin conditions such as psoriasis and scrofula and ringworm.

Aphrodisiac.

Warning: Not to be used during pregnancy or lactation.

              May increase absorption of digitalis glycosides.