This mineral is involved in nearly every function of the body—it is necessary for heart health, production of ATP energy for the cells, formation of bone and protein, healthy functioning of nerves and muscles, and the regulation of blood pressure and blood sugar levels. This mineral also helps maintain the acid-alkaline balance of the body and is necessary for calcium to function properly. In addition, this mineral is needed for healthy muscle, nerve and blood vessel tone and is thought to help prevent blood vessel spasms. A deficiency of this mineral can lead to numerous cardiovascular disorders, as well as anxiety, convulsions/seizures, depression, fatigue, hearing loss, impotence, insomnia, muscle cramps/spasms, neuropsychiatric disturbances, and tremors. Research indicates that levels of this mineral are chronically low among asthmatics, while migraine sufferers and individuals with kidney stones also exhibit defiencies. What is this mineral?

Answer: Magnesium

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This herb contains an active ingredient that, once metabolized in the body, closely resembles the active ingredient in aspirin. This herb is predominantly used as a natural anti-inflammatory for symptomatic relief of gouty arthritis and as a pain-reliever for mild nerve-related pain such as headaches and toothaches. The German Commission E has approved this herb for rheumatic ailments, headaches, and diseases accompanied by fever. In fact, randomized, double-blind studies have found standardized extracts of this herb to be far more effective than placebo for treating chronic low back pain and osteoarthritis. What is this herb?

Answer: White willow bark

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This herbal extract has been used extensively in Europe for preventing and treating varicose veins and other vein disorders. This herbal extract has been safely used in controlled clinical trials involving over 700 patients and is approved by the German Commission E for the treatment of chronic venous insufficiency and feelings of heaviness in the legs. This herbal extract tones and strengthens blood vessels and inhibits the action of enzymes that can damage capillary walls. This herbal extract is standardized to contain the active ingredient aescin (also called escin), which has been shown to provide strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, as well as the ability to increase venous tone. What is this herbal extract?

Answer: Horse chestnut seed extract

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This natural substance found in tomatoes provides powerful antioxidant activity that is regarded as twice as potent as beta-carotene and 100 times as effective as Vitamin E. Research indicates that this substance protects tissues and genes from toxic free radicals and chemical carcinogens, and has been shown to be a potent anti-cancer agent, inhibiting the growth of breast, lung, ovarian and prostate cancer cells. This substance also prevents oxidation of LDL cholesterol, which can lead to atherosclerosis. What is this natural substance?

Answer: Lycopene

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This essential oil has a sweet, woody aroma with hints of lilac, mint, rose and cloves. Combined with its comforting, warming quality, this oil seems to be particularly useful with individuals who dislike “flowery“ scents. This oil demonstrates antibacterial, antifungal, antimicrobial and antiviral activity, acts as an expectorant to help eliminate mucus, and is a well-known analgesic (pain-reliever). In addition, this oil contains substances that relax muscle spasms and convulsions, which make it especially useful for respiratory ailments such as whooping cough and acute bronchitis with accompanying cough. Lastly, this oil is unique in that it is classified as an anaphrodisiac, a substance that reduces compulsive, excessive sexual behavior or overactive libido (sexual desire). What is this essential oil?

Answer: Sweet Marjoram (Origanum majorana)

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This natural substance found throughout the body is synthesized from the amino acid methionine, with the help of folic acid and vitamin B12. Tissue levels of this substance are typically low in the elderly and in individuals suffering from depression, osteoarthritis and various liver disorders. As a natural dietary supplement, this substance has been credited with slowing and even reversing the progression of osteoarthritis, relieving depression, and decreasing alcohol-induced liver damage. In fact, this substance has been used as a prescription drug in Europe for over 20 years for both depression and osteoarthritis, and preliminary research shows that this substance may provide beneficial effects for fibromyalgia. What is this natural dietary supplement?

Answer: SAM-e (S-Adenosylmethionine)

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The root bark of this herb has long been utilized in folk medicine for its antibiotic, antipyretic (fever-reducing) and, in high doses, emetic (induce vomiting) effects. This herb’s antibiotic properties are the result of the presence of myricitrin. Thus, this herb has long been employed as a natural remedy for colds and coughs, excess mucus, fevers and influenza. In fact, 19th century physicians often prescribed a hot tea made from the powdered bark of this herb at the first sign of a cold, cough or flu—the tea is an excellent decongestant and expectorant and helps to “sweat out” a cold. In addition, the bark’s rich tannin content makes this herb an effective astringent and offers explanation for its folk use in treating diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome and especially mucous colitis. Furthermore, this herb is one of the oldest remedies for hemorrhoids, and when rubbed on the skin, can be used to reduce the swelling or discomfort of varicose veins. What is this herb?

Answer: Bayberry (Myrica cerifera)

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The seeds of this fruit are known to benefit the kidneys by providing a mild diuretic activity. In addition, the seeds of this fruit contain “cucurbocitrin,” a substance that dilates the capillaries, which helps to reduce blood pressure. The seeds of this fruit are also a natural remedy for constipation. What is this fruit?

Answer: Watermelon (seeds)

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Research has shown that extracts of this tree contain promising new antitumor agents that exhibit potent cytotoxicity—a toxic effect on cells that prevents their reproduction or growth—in vitro against human breast, colon and lung cancer cells. In fact, one particular substance from this tree was determined to have a potency over a billion times that of adriamycin—a standard anticancer drug. Extracts from this tree are derived from the twigs, which yield the most potent extract. What is the name of this important medicinal tree?

Answer: Paw Paw (Asimina triloba)

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This essential oil in one of the most expensive in the world, partly because the blooms must be gathered in the early hours before sunrise when the extraordinarily fragrant essence it at its peak. This essential oil is regarded as a powerful antidepressant that enhances feelings of elation and euphoria. Japanese studies have shown that this oil even increases alertness by stimulating beta brain-wave activity. However, this oil also demonstrates sedative properties, which make it useful for relaxing anxiety and calming fear. Furthermore, this oil is a stabilizing uterine tonic and nervine for painful menstruation, and especially for the uterine pains accompanying childbirth—it provides natural analgesic (pain-relieving), antispasmodic (muscle-relaxing), and anti-inflammatory properties. What is this essential oil?

Answer: Jasmine (Jasminum grandiflorum)

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This herb contains more of the mineral silica than any other herb, in a form that is highly absorbable, which explains its use for strengthening the skeletal system, speeding the healing of damaged connective tissue and improving elasticity, as well as promoting the health of hair, fingernails and skin. Such actions also contribute to this herb’s use for relieving arthritic conditions and reducing menopausal bone loss, which can lead to osteoporosis. In addition, this herb contains 15 different types of bioflavonoids that are believed to be responsible for its mild diuretic action and use in treating edema (fluid retention) What is this herb? (Hint: The name of this herb refers to the body part of a certain 4-legged mammal.)

Answer: Horsetail

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This fruit is considered a natural heartburn remedy and effective digestive aid. This fruit contains the proteolytic enzymes papain and chymopapain, which are capable of digesting proteins, fats and carbohydrates. The enzymes from this fruit are commonly found in commercial digestive products for treating stomach ailments, including dyspepsia, liver and bile duct problems, improper fat digestion, and pancreatic disease. Furthermore, this fruit has been shown to reduce acid secretion and provide ulcer-protective effects in animal studies. What is this fruit?

Answer: Papaya

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