Anti-Aging Herbal Treatments
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, Various Species
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 hepa-
titis. 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 diagno-
sis.
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 manage-
ment 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.
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