Many people already
use herbs and are familiar with the very well-known herbs in the
Herbal Grobust® formula. But if you would like to understand more
about the herbs in the formula, we've presented some information on
the traditional use of the specific herbs in Herbal Grobust®.
Blessed Thistle (Cnicus
Benedictus)
Blessed Thistle,
also called Holy Thistle, reportedly derived its name from its
successful use as a smallpox cure in medieval Europe and for its
other powerful properties. The 17th century herbalist, Culpepper,
referred to Blessed Thistle as an effective treatment for headaches,
fever and female complaints. Historical uses also include support
for the kidneys, gallbladder, liver, and spleen as well as normal
brain function.
Damiana (Turnera
aphrodisiaca)
Originally from
Mexico, Damiana was named mizib-coc by the Mayan Indians and was
used for lung health, dizziness and increasing sex drive. The herb's
reputation for arousing sexual desire gave the herb its second Latin
name (aphrodisiaca). Today, Damiana is primarily used for female
complaints and is well known for restoring the body's vital
energies, even when exhausted. Other general uses include kidney,
sinus, lung and nervous system support.
Dandelion Root (Taraxacum
officinale)
Also called Lion's
Tooth, Priest's Crown and Puffball, the common Dandelion is a native
of Greece and thrives under almost any conditions, enabling this
hardy plant to spread to nearly every part of the world. The Latin
name for Dandelion (Taraxacum) is taken from the Greek word taraxos
(meaning disorder) and akos (meaning remedy). It's believed that the
name Dandelion was taken from the French, 'dent de lion' (teeth of
the lion) because the jagged leaf of the plant resembles lion's
teeth.
Dandelion is perhaps
best know for its ability to support the liver and to purify and
cleanse the blood. Dandelion is also an excellent natural source of
potassium which contains rich sources of sodium and other natural
salts, as well as calcium, making it an excellent electrolyte
balancer. Dandelion is widely cultivated in France where the roots
are cooked as a vegetable; in Germany, dandelion leaves are used in
salads. Dandelion greens are said to contain 7,000 units of vitamin
A per ounce and are considered to be an excellent survival food.
Dong Quai
(Angelica sinensis)
Dong Quai has an
extremely long history of use, particularly in China and Japan,
dating back to 588 B.C. Principally used for female complaints, Dong
Quai is also used to promote normal blood circulation, blood
pressure, colon function, lung, pituitary, kidney and lymphatic
system support. Its traditional uses in relation to women include
reported benefits for hormone balancing, menopause and nervous
system.
Lemon Balm
(Melissa officinalis)
Lemon balm, a mild
sedative with a delicate lemon scent and flavor, has been used
throughout history as a medical herb. A native to southern Europe,
it is a perennial that grows to a height of about two feel with
small light blue to white flowers that appear in late spring to
midsummer. Charlemagne once ordered lemon balm planted in every
monastery garden because of its beauty. Before the Middle Ages,
lemon balm was used to lift the spirits, reduce anxiety and help
heal wounds.
MotherWort (Leonurus
cardiaca)
Known as an
important herb since the time of the Roman empire, MotherWort
(Mother's Word) derives its Latin name from the Greek word meaning
Lion's tail, which describes the shaggy shape of the plants' leaves.
Motherwort tea has long been used as excellent support for the heart
and female complaints. Mother Wort has been found to be helpful for
maintaining normal feminine cycles, sleeping patterns and nervous
system function.
Saw Palmetto (Serenoa
repens)
Used for generations
in America, Saw Palmetto or Sabal actually dates back to the Mayan
civilization. When eaten, Saw Palmetto berries have a definitive
regulating and beneficial effect on weight, disposition,
reproductive functions and appetite.
This versatile plant provides a wide range of benefits for women. As
a nutritive supplement, Saw Palmetto has been historically used to
promote normal bust development and to also assist the thyroid in
regulating sexual development. Saw Palmetto is also well known for
its calming effect on the nerves.
Wild Yam (Dioscorea
villosa)
Wild Yam is a root
that is harvested from the ground much like a potato. The medicinal
value of Wild Yam has been known for hundreds of years but it was in
1942 that the chemist Russel E. Marker was able to isolate a
compound from the herb that produced a synthetic form of
progesterone. Also known as Colic Root, Rheumatism Root and Chinese
Yam, Wild Yam has been found to contain diosgenin, a
progesterone-like precursor which is helpful in relieving menopausal
symptoms such as hot flashes. Historically, specific female problems
such as irregular, painful menstruation, female hormone imbalances
and menstrual cramps have responded well to Wild Yam.
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