All information provided on this Guide is for educational purposes only. Please seek professional advice before commencing any treatment.

Although these herbs are safe for most people, we advise that you
consult with your holistic health practitioner. Some can
interact with other medications; others are ill-advised with
certain allergic conditions.

Echinacea Purpurea  root

Family: Asteraceae 
Parts used: roots  
Other name: Cone flower

Actions:

Immuno-stimulant
Anti-bacterial
Anti-viral
Anti-fungal
Anti-inflammatory
Wound healing

Properties: Antiseptic, depurative, digestive, immunostimulant. It is used for all kind of chronic infections. Echinacea is classified as one of the best "blood purifying" plants. It is used in skin infection when the skin has been contaminated by and infecting agent as in eczema, boils, abcess, acne.

It's anti-allergenic action may be useful to alleviate mild asthma and other respiratory conditions.

Dosage and preparation:
Decoction: use 1 tsp of the root with 1 cup of water, let it gently simmer for 10 minutes, take 1 tablespoon 3 to 6 times per day.

 

Echinacea Purpurea tops

Echinacea purpurea 
Family: Asteraceae 
Parts used: Tops aerial parts

Actions:

Immuno-stimulant
Anti-bacterial
Anti-viral
Anti-fungal
Anti-inflammatory
Wound healing

Properties:

 Antiseptic, depurative, digestive, immunostimulant. It is used for all kind of chronic infections. Echinacea is classified as one of the best "blood purifying"plants. It is used in skin infection when the skin has been contaminated by and infecting agent as in eczema, boils, abcess, acne.

It's anti-allergenic action may be useful to alleviate mild asthma and other respiratory conditions.

Dosage and preparation:

Infusion: use 1 teaspoon of the herb with 1 cup of water, let it gently infuse for 10 minutes, drink 3 to 6 cup per day.

 

ELDER BERRY

Sambucus nigra Family: Caprifoliaceae (honeysuckle) 
Parts used: Ripe fruits  

Fruits: Aperient, rich in vitamin C, may inhibit the Herpes virus,may inhibit the flu virus.

Elderberries has been given for rheumatism and erysipelas (skin infestion), they are also mildly laxative .

Caution: do not eat the fresh berries.

 

Elder Flowers 

  
Sambucus nigra Family: Caprifoliaceae
Parts used: Flowers
other names: Sureau, black berries elder, boor tree, boutry, ellanwood.

Flowers: May be One of the best remedy for cough, cold and flu, the infusion is relaxing and produces a mild perspiration that might help relive fever. Elder flowers may be used to treat catarrh, ear infections, allergies, candidiasis and prevent hay fever onset.

Arthritis: Elder flowers promote sweat (diaphoretic) and urine production therefore increasing waste products elimination from the body.

Dosage and preparation:

Infusion: 2 teaspoons of the flower for 1 cup of water, leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink hot 3 times a day.

Caution - do not eat the fresh berries.

 

Elecampane Root

Inula helenium Family: Daisy (compositeae)
Parts used: dried roots or rhizome 
other names: Aunee;  Alantwurzel;  Elf-Doc;  Elf Dock;  Elfwort;  Horseheal;  Marchalan;  Scabwort;  Velvet Dock;  Wild Sunflower
 

Properties:
expectorant, anti-tussive, diaphoretic, stomachic, anti-bacterial. Elecampane is used for specific irritating bronchial coughs, may be used for children specially when lots of catarral mucous are formed.It can alleviate asthma and bronchial asthma. Bitter qualities enhance the digestion and stimulates appetite.

preparation and dosage: 
Infusion: pour 3 cups of cold water onto 3 teaspoons of the root, let it soak for 8-10 hours. Heat up and take up to 3 times a day.

 

Epilobium

Epilobium parviflorum
Family: onagraceae

Epilobium might help in reducing inflammation. It is used to help in the treatment of prostate enlargement, its actions inhibit the production and release of prostaglandin 12.  

 

 

Eyebright Wildcraft

Euphrasia officnalis 
Family: Scrophulariaceae (Snapdragon) 
Parts used: Dried aerial parts 
Other name: Euphrasia

Eyebright as its name indicates, is the most recommended herb for eye ailments: eyestrains, eye inflammation, stinging and weeping eyes, oversensitivity to light. May relieve sore, runny and itchy eyes due to cold or allergies. Eyebright properties are anti-inflammatory, astringent, anti-catarrhal. It is excellent for treatment of the mucous membrane.

Preparation and dosage:
Infusion: 1 teaspoon of the dried herb for 1 cup of water, leave to infuse 10 mn, drink 3 times per day.

compress: 1 teaspoon of the dried herb to infuse in 1/2 a liter of water, boil gently for 10 min, let cool to just warm and moisten a cotton ball, leave the compress in place for 15 minutes, repeat several times a day. Can be used on animals as well.

 

Fennel Seeds

Foeniculum vulgare
Family: Apiaceae (parsley) 
Parts used: Dried fruits

Actions: carminative, aromatic, anti-spasmodic, stimulant, galactagogue, rubefacient, expectorant, pain reducer, fever reducer, anti-microbal.

Indications:
Fennel seeds antispasmodic abilities may relive coughs and bronchitis. May increase the effectiveness of antibiotic drugs. Fennel seeds relax the digestive system, may help expell gas, reducing intestinal muscles spasms, may improve colic in infants. Fennel seeds increase the milk flow in nursing mothers.

Dosage and preparation:
Infusion: 1 or 2 teaspoon of crushed seeds for 1 cup of water, leave to infuse for 10 min. Drink 3 times daily. For flatulence (gas) take a cup 1/2 hour prior to meals.

 

Fenugreek Seed

Trigonella foenum-graecum 
Family: Fabaceae (legume) 
Parts used: Seeds 

Actions:

Expectorant
Demulcent
Tonic
Galactogogue
Mucilaginous
Restorative
Indications:

Fenugreek may alleviate bronchitis, sore throat, and may ease tuberculosis. It can be used topically for wound healing, boils, gouty pain, neuralgia, sciatica, (poultice).

Fenugreek has an action on digestion as a laxative, for relieve of constipation (mucilage).

It may help prevent gastric ulcers and lubricates the intestines.

Fenugreek seeds may lower blood sugar, may be beneficial for patient suffering from diabetes.

Fenugreek is diaphoretic, may reduce fever and inflammation.

Dosage and preparation:

Decoction: 2 teaspoon of seeds for 1 cup 1/2 of water, let stand for 5 hours then bring to boil for 1 minute. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day, improve the taste by adding lemon and honey.
 

 

Feverfew
 

Tanacetum parthenium 
Family: Asteraceae
Parts used: Leaves

Actions:

Anti-inflammatory
Vasodilatory

Caution: Do not used if pregnant or breastfeeding.
 

Relaxant
Digestive bitter
Uterine stimulant
Carminative
Emmenagogue
Purgative
Stimulant
Tonic
Indications:

Feverfew may help reduce migraine, headaches.

It’s inflammatory action may help reduce pain in Arthritis, tinnitus and dizziness.

May be used to relieve menstrual pain and sluggish menstrual flow.

Dosage and preparation:
Infusion: 1 teaspoon of herb for a cup of water. Leave to infuse 5 min, drink 1 cup per day by sipping 1-2 teaspoon at a time.

 

Galangal root Powder    
 

Alpina Officinarum 
Family: Zingiberaceae (ginger) 
Parts used: rhizome 

Actions:

Stimulant
Carminative
Indications:
May help dyspepsia, flatulence and nausea. It is reported to ease sea sickness. Similar action to Ginger.

Dosage and preparation:
Infusion: 1/2 tsp of powder galangal in 1 cup of boiling water.Infuse 10-15 min and drink 3 times daily. Widely used in Thailand cuisine.

 

 

 

Gentian Root Wildcraft    

Gentian lutea 

Family: Gencianaceae 
Parts used: Roots

Actions:
Gastric Stimulant
Bitter
Cholagogue
Sialagogue
Indications:
Cataracts and diabetic retinopathy, by reducing toxins that lead to toxin production.

Gentian may help to ease gallbladder problems and indigestion.

Gentian is an excellent bitter herb and stimulates the appetite and digestion by stimulating the production of gastric juices and bile.

Gentian may alleviate Gout, and reduce the symptoms associated with rheumatoid arthritis.

Dosage and preparation:
Decoction: 1/2 teaspoon of the root in a cup of water, boil for 5 min, drink warm 15-30 minutes prior to meals.

 

Ginger root cut     

 

Zingiber officinale  Family: Zingiberaceae
parts used: Rhizome

Caution:Ginger should not be used concomitantly with Warfarin (Ginger may potentiate the anticoagulant effects of Warfarin and thereby cause Bleeding).

Actions:

Stimulan
Carminative
Rubefacient
Diaphoretic
Circulatory stimulant
Sialagogue
Appetizer stimulant

Indications:

Ginger is an universally recognize available remedy for inflammation and pain.

Ginger may be used for Allergies and asthma, arthritis, bursitis, fibrocystic breasts, lymphedema, and pain.

Ginger may eases peripheral circulation by stimulating the blood flow. As a carminative it promotes gastric secretion and it may relieve flatulence, dyspepsia, and colic.

As a gargle it may relieve sore throats. May ease morning sickness in early stage of pregnancy.

Dosage and preparation:
Decoction: Finely chop the root, use 1 1/2 teaspoon to a cup of water, bring it to the boil and simmer 5 min. Drink whenever you like.

 

Gingko Biloba

 
Gingko biloba  Family: Gingkoaceae
Origin: China
Parts used: Leaves

Aging Process
Ginkgo biloba may inhibit the reduction in the number of Muscarinic Receptors (a group of Cholinergic Receptors) and Alpha-2 Adrenergic Receptors in the brain that normally occurs in tandem with the progression of the Aging Process

By helping to repair damage to the Mitochondria of Cells and by helping to repair damage to Mitochondrial DNA, Ginkgo biloba may counteract the aging Process (specifically the Mitochondrial DNA Theory of aging).

Ginkgo biloba may be a potential Life Extension agent. 

Cardiovascular System

Ginkgo biloba may help to prevent Atherosclerosis by keeping blood cell walls flexible.
Ginkgo biloba may improve Blood Circulation

Ginkgo biloba may be one of the most effective known substances for enhancing blood circulation to the capillaries.

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate Cerebral Insufficiency. 

Ginkgo biloba may help to prevent abnormal blood clotting (by protecting against the toxic effects of excessive production of Platelet Aggregating Factor, by lowering Fibrinogen levels and by lowering Hematocrit (Blood viscosity) levels).

Ginkgo biloba may be useful for the prevention and treatment of Chilblains.

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate some ailments of the heart and may improve the function of the heart.
Ginkgo biloba may lower Blood Pressure in Hypertension patients.
Ginkgo biloba may improve the condition of Intermittent Claudication patients (by improving blood circulation to the afflicted areas).

Ginkgo biloba may be useful for the treatment of Raynaud’s Disease (due to its ability to improve blood circulation).
Ginkgo biloba may improve the body's ability to recover from Strokes.

Cells
Ginkgo biloba may inhibit the Oxidation of Lipids (Lipid Peroxidation) within Cell Membranes and may stabilize the Cell Membranes involved in the Blood-Brain barrier (due to Ginkgolides in Ginkgo biloba). 
 Ginkgo biloba may enhance the production of Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) within the Mitochondria.

By helping to repair damage to the Mitochondria of Cells and by helping to repair damage to Mitochondrial DNA, Ginkgo biloba may counteract the Aging Process (specifically the Mitochondrial DNA Theory of Aging).

Digestive System

Ginkgo biloba may facilitate the healing of Duodenal Ulcers. 

Ears/Hearing

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate Deafness where Deafness is caused by recent Head injuries or sonic damage. 

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate Sensorineural Hearing Loss.

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate Age-Related Hearing Loss.

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate Sudden Senosorineural Hearing Loss.

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate the symptoms of Meniere’s Disease.
Ginkgo biloba may alleviate Tinnitus (by improving Blood Circulation to the Ears).

Excretory System

Ginkgo biloba may prevent/alleviate some ailments of the Kidneys.

Eyes/Vision

Ginkgo biloba may improve Sight in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD) patients and may also help to prevent ARMD.

Ginkgo biloba may neutralize the effects of Free Radicals produced in the Eyes.

Ginkgo biloba may retard the further progression of Cataracts.
Ginkgo biloba may help to prevent and treat Glaucoma (due to the ability of Ginkgo biloba to improve Blood Circulation to the Eyes and also due to Ginkgo biloba’s Antioxidant effects).
Ginkgo biloba may increase Blood Circulation to the Optic Nerve. 

Ginkgo biloba may protect the Retina from damage caused by Free Radicals.  It may also reduce the susceptibility of the Retina to Edema and cellular lesions.
 Ginkgo biloba (120 mg per day) may improve Sight in (diabetic) Retinopathy patients.

Hair

Ginkgo biloba may facilitate Hair growth in Male Pattern Baldness sufferers (by increasing Blood Circulation to the Hair Follicles).

Immune System

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate Allergies by inhibiting the activity of Eosinophils (due to the Ginkgolide B component of Ginkgo biloba inhibiting Platelet Aggregating Factor (PAF)).   Ginkgo biloba may help to prevent (carcinogens-induced) Colon Cancer.
 Ginkgo biloba may reduce Inflammation.

Ginkgo biloba may help to prevent Liver Cancer.   Ginkgo biloba may enhance the ability of Macrophages to function as Phagocytes.   Ginkgo biloba may help to prevent Mouth Cancer.

Ginkgo biloba may protect the Thymus from atrophy (shrinkage) and may rejuvenate the Thymus. 

Metabolism

Ginkgo biloba may help to prevent Altitude Sickness by improving the delivery of Oxygen to the Brain. 
 The active constituents of Ginkgo biloba leaves are powerful Antioxidants (due to Bioflavonoids in Ginkgo biloba.

Ginkgo biloba inhibits lipid peroxidation within Cell Membranes.
Ginkgo biloba stabilizes the Cell Membranes of the Blood-Brain Barrier.
Ginkgo biloba destroys existing Free Radicals and also inactivates their formation.
Ginkgo biloba inhibits the destruction of Neurons by Hydroxyl Free Radicals. 
The Antioxidant properties of Ginkgo biloba are particularly effective against Superoxide Free Radicals. 

Ginkgo biloba may be useful for the treatment of Diabetes Mellitus Type 2. 
Ginkgo biloba may alleviate Fatigue (especially when Fatigue is caused by Cerebral Insufficiency).
Ginkgo biloba protects against Hypoxia (lack of oxygen).

Ginkgo biloba protects against the Oxidation of LDL Cholesterol.   Ginkgo biloba may protect the Liver from Carbon Tetrachloride and Paracetamol-induced damage and may protect the Liver from age-related damage. 

Musculoskeletal System

Ginkgo biloba may improve the quality of life of Fibromyalgia patients. 
Ginkgo biloba may reduce Inflammation in Rheumatoid Arthritis patients.

Nervous System:  Ailments

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate the Cerebral Insufficiency that usually accompanies Age Associated Memory Impairment (AAMI) and improves some aspects of Mental Function (e.g. the ability to evaluate auditory stimuli) in persons afflicted with AAMI.   Ginkgo biloba may improve motor performance and prolong survival in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) patients. 

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate some cases of Anxiety (especially when Anxiety is caused by Cerebral Insufficiency).
Ginkgo biloba may alleviate the symptoms of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). 
Ginkgo biloba helps to prevent the Brain damage that can occur as a result of Concussion.

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate Confusion (when Confusion is caused by Cerebral Insufficiency). 
Ginkgo biloba may improve many of the symptoms of Dementia.

Ginkgo biloba (240 mg per day) may improve Attention Span, Mental Function, Mood and Memory, and may decrease Anxiety in Alzheimer's Disease patients.
Ginkgo biloba may improve many of the symptoms of Multiple-Infarct Dementia.

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate Depression (especially where Depression is caused by Cerebral Insufficiency). 
Ginkgo biloba may alleviate (and often cures) Migraines.   Ginkgo biloba may alleviate some of the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) (by counteracting the toxic effects of excessive Platelet Aggregating Factor (PAF) in MS patients) (due to the Ginkgolide-B content of Ginkgo biloba).

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate Neuropathy (by accelerating the healing of damaged Motor Nerves). 
Ginkgo biloba may be useful for the treatment of (ischemic) injuries to the Spinal Cord (due to the Antioxidant properties of Ginkgo biloba)- Ginkgo biloba improves the condition of Paraplegia patients. 

Ginkgo biloba may be useful for the treatment of Schizophrenia (it may enhance the effectiveness of the Pharmaceutical Drugs used for the treatment of Schizophrenia). 
Ginkgo biloba may help to prevent Parkinson’s Disease.   Ginkgo biloba may counteract some of the toxic effects associated with excessive Stress. 

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate Vertigo.

Nervous System:  Enhancement

Ginkgo biloba may improve Alertness by increasing the Brain's Alpha Wave rhythms and decreasing the Brain's Theta Wave activity.   Ginkgo biloba may increase Attention Span.   Ginkgo biloba may improve Concentration ability. 

Ginkgo biloba may increase Intelligence in persons with cognitive impairment and in normal, healthy persons.   Ginkgo biloba may improve Learning ability (by stimulating the production of Nerve Growth Factor (NGF) and by enhancing Blood Circulation to the Brain).
 Ginkgo biloba may improve Memory.

Ginkgo biloba may improve Short-Term Memory in normal, healthy and age-impaired persons.  Ginkgo biloba may improve Mental Function (especially in elderly persons).   Ginkgo biloba may improve Mood.

Ginkgo biloba may improve subjective feelings of Happiness.  .Ginkgo biloba may rectify impaired Sleep quality in persons using Tricyclic Antidepressants and may also improve Sleep quality in normal, healthy persons.

Ginkgo biloba may reduce the duration of Stage 1 Sleep in persons using Tricyclic Antidepressants and may also reduce the duration of Stage 1 Sleep in normal, healthy persons.
Ginkgo biloba may enhance the quality of Slow-Wave Sleep (deep Sleep) in persons using Tricyclic Antidepressants and may also enhance the quality of Slow-Wave Sleep in normal, healthy persons.  Ginkgo biloba may improve Willpower. 

Nervous System:  Underlying Mechanisms

Ginkgo biloba may increase the number of 5-HT1A Receptors (in elderly persons) - the number of 5-HT1A Receptors declines in tandem with the progression of the Aging Process and this decline may be reversed with Ginkgo biloba use.   Ginkgo biloba may inhibit the reduction in the number Alpha-2 Adrenergic Receptors in the Brain that normally occurs in tandem with the progression of the Aging Process. 

Ginkgo biloba may improve Blood Circulation to the Brain and may improve Oxygen supply to the Brain.

Ginkgo biloba may protect the Cerebral Cortex of the Brain from the toxic effects of Free Radicals and may reactivate the Neurons of the Cerebral Cortex. 

Ginkgo biloba may inhibit the age-related decline in Cholinergic Receptors.

Ginkgo biloba may inhibit the reduction in the number of Muscarinic Receptors (a group of Cholinergic Receptors) that normally occurs in tandem with the progression of the Aging Process.

Ginkgo biloba may facilitate the uptake of Acetylcholine and Choline into the Hippocampus of the Brain and may also protect the structural integrity of the Hippocampus.  Ginkgo biloba may inhibit the ability of Amyloid-Beta Protein to damage the Neurons of the Hippocampus.  Ginkgo Biloba may increase Gamma Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) levels in the Hippocampus.
 Ginkgo biloba may protect the Brain’s Neurons from destruction.

Ginkgo biloba may inhibit the destruction of Neurons by Amyloid-Beta Protein.
Ginkgo biloba may inhibit the destruction of Neurons by Hydroxyl Free Radicals.
Ginkgo biloba may counteract the toxic effects of Glutamic Acid on Neurons (primarily due to the Ginkgolide B content of Ginkgo biloba). 

Ginkgo biloba may increase the number of Neurotransmitter Receptors in the Brain. 
Ginkgo biloba may improve the transmission of Nerve Impulses through the Nervous System. 
Ginkgo biloba may accelerate the repair of damaged Peripheral Nerves.

Ginkgo biloba may accelerate the repair of damaged Motor Nerves (due to the Bilobalide content of Ginkgo biloba). 

Ginkgo biloba may enhance the function of Schwann Cells.

Respiratory System

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate Asthma. 

Sexual System

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate Male Impotence where the underlying cause of Impotence is impaired Blood Circulation to erectile tissue.

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate Male Impotence in men whose Impotence is caused by Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs).

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS).   Ginkgo biloba may increase Sexual Desire in people with reduced Sexual Desire resulting from the use of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs). 
Ginkgo biloba may improve (male) Sexual Performance (by enhancing the release of Nitric Oxide from the Endothelium (wall) of the Corpus Cavernosum and Corpus Spongiosum of the Penis, thereby facilitating Erections.

Ginkgo biloba may improve Sexual Performance in persons affected by Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) -induced impairment of Sexual Performance.

Skin

Ginkgo biloba (alcohol extract applied topically) may stimulate the endogenous production of Catalase and Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) in the Epidermis of the Skin and may thereby protect the Skin from the toxic effects of excessive exposure to UV-B Ultra Violet Radiation.   Ginkgo biloba (extract applied topically) may stimulate the production of Collagen by Fibroblasts in the Skin. 

Ginkgo biloba (administered orally either prior to Sunlight exposure or immediately after Sunlight exposure) may help to prevent Sunburn.
Ginkgo biloba (consumed orally) may prevent the exacerbation of Vitiligo.

Water Balance

Ginkgo biloba may alleviate (cerebral) Edema and may help to prevent (high altitude pulmonary) Edema.  

Warning. Do not use Ginkgo in you are taking blood thinning medication

 

Ginseng Panax Korean   
  

Panax Ginseng  Family: araliaceae 
Parts used: Rhizomes  Origin: Korea Other names:  Ren shen,Chinese Ginseng, Korean ginseng, red ginseng.

Actions:

Adaptogen
Anti-depressive
Demulcent
Stimulant
stomachic

Indications:

Ginseng increases resistance and improves both physical and mental performance.

It may be used for exhaustion states and weakness like in CFS (chronic fatigue syndrome). Ginseng is better used for elderly people. Ginseng as an Adaptogen increases the body’s ability to cope with stressful situation.

May be used for hangover, ginseng reduces the damages of alcohol to the cells.

Ginseng may be useful as an aphrodisiac for men. It promotes the blood flow to the penis, may be used to treat men infertility. Ginseng may stop hot flashes for menopausal women.

Dosage and preparation: Decoction: 1/2 tsp in a cup of water, bring to the boil, simmer gently for 10mn. Drink 3 times daily.

TCM: In Chinese tradition: resplenishes the Qi, for fatigue and weakness. Strenghtens the heart for insomnia and palpitation and poor memory. Strenghtens the spleen and the lungs.

Caution: Do not use if suffering from high blood pressure, on children or teenager during a cold and flue or virus.

 

Gotu Kola   

 
Centella asiatica Family: apiaceae (Parsley)

Parts used:  whole herb 

Other name:  centella, indian pennywort

Actions:
Tonic
Anti-rheumatic
Mild diuretic
Sedative
Peripheral vasodilator

Indications:
Gotu Kola is a Ayurvedic remedy used to revitalize nerves and brain cells. May be use to help the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and memory loss. Gotu kola is known to thin blood and large doses helps lower blood sugar levels. Traditionally used to treat Leprosy and skin disorders. Gotu kola is a tonic herb used as a “rejuvenator” mainly helping concentration and memory. The plant may be useful to help fevers, abdominal disorders, asthma and bronchitis.

Dosage and preparation:
Infusion: 1 teaspoon of the plant for a cup of water, leave to infuse 10 min. Drink 3 times per day.

 

Guarana Powder  
 

Paullinia cupana  Family: Sapindaceae 
Parts used: crushed seeds

Actions:
Tonic
Stimulant (caffeine)

Indications:

Guarana may help to prevent abdnormal blood clotting, it may aleviate tiredness. Guarana does contain caffeine. Combine with Yerba mate, it might treat edema (fluid retention).

Do not used if pregnant or breastfeeding

Dosage and preparations:
Infusion: 1 tip of the teaspoon in a cup of warm water, leave to infuse 5 min, drink 1 per day.

Caution: Do not used if suffering from high blood pressure, palpitation or nerve condition.