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PENTA
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Did you know…? Penta is often called "The Immortality Herb" and is included in anti-ageing tonics and revered in the Orient for its medicinal and cosmetic qualities. Penta has been used to support healthy cholesterol and blood pressure levels, ease nervous tension and exhaustion, stimulate liver function, enhance stamina and boost the body's resistance to disease. New research promises potential, effective antioxidant benefits with the use of Penta. History: Penta is ...

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PIMENTO
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Did you know...? History: Native to the Caribbean Islands (most notably Jamaica) and South and Central America, Pimento is an evergreen tree that grows to a height of fifty feet. It is a tender, aromatic tree with thin, oblong, leathery leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. The flowers are followed by the dark brown berries that are so important in herbal medicines and cuisines, and the tree thrives in rich, well-drained, sandy soil in sun at a minimum of ...

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PINE BARK
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Did you know…? Pine Bark is an old and trusted treatment for colds and flu. It loosens and expels phlegm from the respiratory tract, easing bronchitis and lung congestion, and its warming qualities stimulate circulation, which may ward off colds and flu before they settle in. The high content of nature's most powerful antioxidants (proanthocyanidins/PCSs/OPCs) in Pine Bark have made it the focus of much attention in the area of combating free radical damage, arteriosclerosis and ...

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PLANTAIN
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Did you know…? Common Plantain, like all members of the plantago family, contains a high amount of mucilage, which soothes and cools mucous membranes, while at the same time its astringency helps to relieve diarrhea, excess menstrual flow, hemorrhoids and incontinence in children and adults. It is also used to soothe the lungs while effectively loosening and expelling phlegm and congestion. Plantain also helps to control vaginal and other types of infection, remove obstructions from ...

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PMS
Category: Health,Men's Health,Natural Meds,Seniors' Health,Sex,Symptoms and Herbs,Women's Health
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PMS 40% of women experience Premenstrual tension or PMS.  Symptoms consist of sore breasts, depression, irritability, depression and swelling of the ankles and abdomen.   These symptoms usually occur 8-12 days prior to menstruation. During menstruation there is an imbalance in hormones and brain activity, and it is believed that too much estrogen, uneven levels of progesterone and an inability to cope with hormone changes are main causes of PMS. But the real reason as to why ...

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Pneumonia
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Overview Pneumonia is a lung infection that can make you very sick. You may cough, run a fever, and have a hard time breathing. For most people, pneumonia can be treated at home. It often clears up in 2 to 3 weeks. But older adults, babies, and people with other diseases can become very ill. They may need to be in the hospital. You can get pneumonia in your daily life, such as at school or work. This is called community-based pneumonia. You can also get it when you are in a hospital or ...

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Poison Ivy
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Overview Poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac are plants that can cause a skin rash called allergic contact dermatitis upon contact. The red, uncomfortable, and itchy rash often shows up in lines or streaks and is marked by fluid-filled bumps (blisters) or large raised areas (hives). It is the most common skin problem caused by contact with plants (plant dermatitis). Symptoms • Itchy skin where you came in contact with the plant. • Red streaks or lines where the plant ...

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POKEWEED
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Did you know…? Pokeweed is said to exert a positive influence on the lymphatic system, stimulating glandular action and relieving swollen glands, goiter, enlarged thyroid glands, lymphadenitis and mumps. It is a very potent herb, and its unique chemistry is believed to enhance immune function and act as an antiviral and anti-inflammatory. Pokeweed also acts as a powerful purgative. History: Pokeweed is a North American native and one of many species of Phytolaccas that are ...

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PRIMULA
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Did you know…? Primula is a soothing and very versatile herb that calms the nerves, eases headaches and acts as a mild sedative and tranquilizer. It is also thought to relieve lung congestion and ease bronchitis; and as an anti-inflammatory, Primula is also believed to relieve the discomforts of gout, arthritis and rheumatic conditions. And to think, this pretty flower was almost picked to extinction! History: Primula is a hardy, herbaceous and low-growing perennial that is native to ...

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PRUNELLA
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Did you know…? Prunella is an old treatment for internal and external bleeding and wounds, including excessive menstruation and bleeding ulcers. It is said to be a potent antiviral agent and has shown great promise in laboratory tests for possible use in herpes, HIV, and AIDS treatments. History: Prunella is a creeping perennial that is native to Eurasia and grows throughout Europe and North America, where it may be found in damp meadows, pastures, waste places, and on roadsides, ...

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