ALFALFA (mendicago sativa)

BARLEY GRASS

BILBERRY (Vaccinium myrtillus)

CAT’S CLAW (Uncaria tomentosa)

CAYENNE PEPPER (Capsicum annuum)

CHAMOMILE (anthemis nobilis)

DANDELION (Taraxacum officinale)

DON QUAI (Angelica sinensis)

ECHINACEA (Echinacea purpurea,
                      Echinacea angustifolia)

GARLIC (allium sativum)

GINKGO BILOBA

GINSENG (panax ginseng)

MILK THISTLE (Silybum marianum)

SAW PALMETTO (Serenoa repens)

SPIRULINA

VALERIAN

 

VALERIAN

Valerian grows wild throughout Europe. The use of this plant for insomnia and nervous conditions has been common for many centuries. Valerian is known world wide for its calming effect on the nervous system. Unlike many prescription drugs used for anxiety, valerian has few side effects and is not addictive. The actual active principle of valerian is uncertain.

Possible benefits and uses:

• Reduces anxiety, stress, and hyperactivity

• Works as a natural tranquilizer

• Relieves gas pain and stomach cramps

• Eliminates muscle tension and muscle cramps related to PMS, stress, and menstrual cramps
   

Contraindications:

• Should not be taken with alcohol

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