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probably the hypothalamus. Sanchi ginseng is P. notoginseng. |
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GLA (Gamma Lineoleic Acid)
From the oils of evening primrose (Oenethera), borage (Borago officinalis) and black currant seed (Ribes species). It improves nerve and immune functions and lowers pain-producing prostaglandins. Hard to obtain enough from seeds, so buy it in capsules. |
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Gotu Kola Leaves (Centella asiatica)
Ayurvedic brain tonic that improves memory and circulation. |
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Hawthorn Flowers and Leaves (Craetega laevigata)
Very beneficial to heart and circulation. |
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Hops Strobiles (Humulus lupulus)
Relaxing, aids digestion and flavors beer. |
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Kava Root (Piper methysticum)
Polynesian plant relaxant and antidepressant. |
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Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
Popular in Germany, where doctors recommend taking it for no more than six weeks and supplementing the diet with potassium-rich foods, like bananas and apricots, because licorice root can increase blood pressure. |
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Ligustrum Root (Ligustrum lucidum)
Used in Chinese hospitals to enhance immune activity. |
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Linden Flowers and Leaves (Tila europea)
Also called time tree. Sore throat remedy and a relaxant. |
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Motherwort Leaves (Leonurus cardiaca)
Relaxant to uterus and heart. |
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Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata)
Sedative that also treats heart problems. |
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Pau d'Arco Bark (Tabebuia altissima)
South American immune herb. |
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