Bitter orange has
been used as a digestive tonic to help relieve nausea and soothe
stomach disturbances such as indigestion, gas and bloating. Research
has shown that it is effective in shrinking a distended stomach and
lifting a prolapsed womb or rectum. It is an expectorant and laxative.
It is considered to be one of the strongest chi moving herbs, with the
power to help break up tumors.
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BLUE-GREEN
ALGAE (Aphanizomenon flos-aquae "AFA")
Blue-Green
Algae from Klamath Lake in Oregon has been shown to stimulare immune
patrolling in the body, specifically the migration of natural killer
cells, the scavengers of virally infected cells and cells undergoing
degernation. It also contains a polysaccharide that stimulates the
activity of accrophages, the first line of defense of the immune
system. Phycocyanin, the blue pignment in AFA, has been shown to
inhibit the production of inflammatory compounds in the body. This is
believed to help combat fatigue, promote respiratory health and refresh
the mind, enhancing mood and concentration.
Amazon Herb
formulas containing Blue-Green Algae: Aquazon™,
ChocaMaca™
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BOLDO Peumus
boldus
Boldo is a
widely used herb in South America. It has been used to treat liver,
gallbladder and bowel dysfunctions. It helps promote fat digestion by
stimulating the secretion of bile. It helps neutralize acid and is good
for digestion. It has been used in Latin America for urogenital
inflammations such as gonorrhea. Elsewhere it has been used for gout,
hepatitis, rheumatism, syphilis and worms. It has been shown to be an
antiseptic and diuretic which is good for urinary infections and uric
acid elimination.
Amazon Herb
formulas containing Boldo: Digestazon™, Envirozon™, Fiberzon™,
Gravizon™, Illumination™
See also:
Rainforest
Research Report on Boldo
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CAMU CAMU
Camu Camu is
a small fruit the size of a large cherry that grows in very wet areas
of the Amazonian Rainforest. It contains up to 4,000 times the amount
of vitamin C contained in an orange, as well as a wide variety of
bioflavonoids.
Amazon Herb
formulas containing Camu Camu: Camu Gold™, ChocaMaca™,
Fiberzon™, Gravizon™, Pure Camu,
Zamu™
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CARQUEJA
Baccharis trimera
Carqueja can
be used to strengthen stomach and intestinal function. It helps purge
obstructions of the liver and gallbladder. It helps strengthen
digestion and the illeocecal valve and fortifies the blood. It can also
support and tonify the nervous system and increases stomach yin.
Amazon Herb
formulas containing Carqueja: Calmazon™, Digestazon™, Illumination™
See also:
Rainforest
Research Report on Carqueja
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CASHEW
PLANT Anacardium occidentale (or Cajueiro)
Cashew plant
has been used in combinations which help diabetes and support the
pancreas. It can also help the body to assimilate and retain
electrolytes and minerals.
Amazon Herb
formulas containing Cashew Plant: Illumination™,
Metabazon™
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CATUABA
Juniperis brasilienis
Catuaba is
excellent for the male reproductive organs. It can increase circulation
and libido. It is famous as a stimulant to the nervous system and
brain. It can be used in cases of impotence.
Amazon Herb
formulas containing Catuaba: Arcozon™, Calmazon™, ChocaMaca™,
Illumination™, Warrior™
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