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: 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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