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Hops
The berries flowers and leaves of this plant contain
vitamins and minerals such as choline, manganese, PABA,
inositol and vitamin B-6. Hops are traditionally used
to treat anxiety, insomnia, hyperactivity, nervousness,
shock and/or stress.2 Folk medicinal uses of hops include:
pain, priapism, inflammation of the intestinal mucous
membrane and tension headaches.6 According to the PDR,
animal studies showed that "the 2-methyl-3-buten-2-ol
exhaled by the plant caused a long and deep narcotic
sleep after a short period of excitation.6
In addition, the bitter acids belonging to hops are
antibacterial and antimycotic. It stimulates the secretion
of gastric juices. In other animal studies, a strong
anti-spasmodic effect on the smooth muscle of the intestinal
tract was reported.6 Products: NR1-Restful and SX1.
Horehound
Rich in B-complex vitamins and essential fatty acids
(EFAs), horehound helps break up thick mucous in the
bronchial tubes and lungs.6 It is useful for asthma,
bronchitis, colds, cough, croup, sore throat and hayfever.
In addition to its numerous benefits on the respiratory
tract, horehound is a cholerectic. It stimulates the
secretion of gastric juices and bile. In animal studies,
administration of this herb resulted in a significant
increase in bile.6 Products: Breathe Right
Horsetail
This herb, which is a rich source of silica and potentiates
the utilisation of calcium within the body.6 Because
it increases calcium absorption, it can strengthen bones,
hair, nails and teeth. It can aid arthritis, bone diseases
such as rickets and osteoporosis, muscle cramps and
the healing of connective tissue. This herb boosts circulation
and strengthens the heart and lungs in addition to acting
as a diuretic.2 Its internal use is approved by the
German Commission E for post-traumatic and static edema,
kidney and bladder stones.5 Products: Arth-X Plus, CellEnergy,
Complete Cal/Mag, PowerHouse Plus and WithIn.
Hydrangea
The roots and rhizome of this plant are used in the
treatment of urinary and kidney conditions, particularly
urinary tract infections and bladder and kidney stones.2,6
Hydrangea acts as a diuretic, stimulating the kidneys.
It is useful for bladder infections, kidney disease,
prostate disorders and obesity.2 Products: Arth-X Plus
and PowerHouse Plus.
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