The youth-preserving properties of these herbs compliment a healthy lifestyle of balanced diet, positive outlook and regular activity.
Celery Seed Apium graveolens
Studies have shown celery seed may lower high blood pressure and is filled with anti-inflammatory agents that may alleviate symptoms of gout and arthritis.
Echlnacea Echinacea
Echinacea is a great immune-system enhancer.
Evening Primrose Oenathera biennis
This herb is filled with gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), a substance believed to guard against heart disease. Evening primrose also helps prevent menstrual cramps.
Garlic Allium sativum
A "veritable wonder herb". Garlic is a potent antimicrobial which helps defeat a wide range of viruses, bacteria, and fungi. It also lowers blood pressure and cholesterol, and . inhibits the formation of blood clots, which may trigger arterial disease, aneurysm, or stroke. clinical research suggests that garlic helps to slow age-related memory-loss in animals.
Gingko Gingko biloba
Gingko improves blood flow, enhances memory, and holds the potential to prevent stroke and Alzheimer's disease.
Hawthorn Crataegusmonogyna
Hawthorn normalizes heart function.
Horse Chestnut Aesculus hippocastanum
Horse chestnut is an excellent remedy for varicose veins. Note: Never take fresh horse chestnut internally; it is poisonous. Commercial preparations are detoxified.
Kava Kava Piper methysticum
Kava kava is a stress reliever. It helps prevent stress-related aliments which are a major contributor to aging. There has been recent controversy over the safety of kava kava, particularly in relation of liver disease. Many herbalists, who have been safely using and prescribing kava kava for decades, suspect that this concern will soon prove to be without merit.
Milk Thistle Silybum marianum
This is the best herb for your liver. Milk thistle safeguards against cirrhosis and hepatitis. New evidence reveals milk thistle's ability to prevent cancer, type 2 diabetes, and syndrome X.
Salnt-John's-Wort Hypericum perforatum
This herb aids the function of the immune system and may alleviate mild to moderate depression.
Saw Palmetto Serenoar repens
Many use this herb to treat prostate problems. Be sure to see doctor for proper diagnosis.
Turmeric Curcuma tonga
Turmeric relieves general aches and pains. Its anti-inflammatory properties make it helpful with arthritis, bursitis, and tendonitis.
American and Asian Ginseng Panax quinquefotius and Panax ginseng
Ginseng translates to "wonder of the world", though in China and Korea you may hear ginseng referred to as "The Fountain of Youth". This herb has proven an extremely effective tonic for the elderly. It can tone muscles and skin, improve appetite and digestion, and restore sexual energies. Andrew Weil MD highly recommends ginseng to patients "weakened by old age or chronic illness".
Gotu Kola Centel/a asiatica
Gotu kola has been long valued in Ayurvedi medicine for its power to improve memory and extend longevity.
Peppermint Mentha poperita
Peppermint is the perfect remedy for gastro-intestinal discomfort. It is also filled with anti-oxidants, which help prevent age-related disease.
Purslane Portulaca oleracea
Purslane is one of the most nutritious herbs in existence. It provides a tremendous amount of potassium, and is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. These acids are an excellent protective agent for the heart. Purslane is also a strong diuretic; it aids in the management of high blood pressure, and studies indicate purslane may regulate blood sugar and manage diabetes.
Horsetail £quisetum arvense
Horsetail is an outstanding source of silicon, which can help strengthen bones and prevent fractures and breaking.
These herbs contain high levels of cineole, a substance which sharpens mental ability, increases circulation, and improves baseline vitality. Cineole provides a subtler and long-lasting lift than more robust stimulants such as caffeine.
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