Tori Hudson, N.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  A comprehensive plan may include the use of soy and flax products to regulate the menstrual cycle, herbal extracts to address immediate bleeding episodes, nutrients such as bioflavonoids and bromelain for their natural anti-inflammatory effect, herbal extracts for their ability to bring about ovulation and orderly stimulation of ovarian function, and herbs for their tonifying and astringent effects.
The concept of tissue tonification is a key feature of the philosophy of herbal medicine. |
Thomson Healthcare, Inc.
See book keywords and concepts |  An in vitro evaluation of human cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibition by selected commercial herbal extracts and tinctures. Phytomedicine; 7(4):273-282. 2000.
Chan E. Displacement of bilirubin from albumin by berberine. Biol Neonate; 63(4):201-208. 1993.
Chang HM & But PPH. Pharmacology and Applications of Chinese Materia Medica, vol 2. World Scientific, Teaneck, NJ, USA:1029-1240. 1987.
Chan MY. The effect of berberine on bilirubin excretion in the rat. Comp Med East West 5:161-168. 1977.
Galefi C et al., Canadinic acid: an alkaloid from Hydrastis canadensis. In: PM 63(2): 194. 1997. |
Bill Sardi
See book keywords and concepts |  In some instances, herbal extracts are unfairly characterized as potentially toxic. Devotees of dietary supplements often believe pharmaceutical companies may be behind these anti-supplement sentiments. But in fact, as revealed in this report, it is often food companies that exert their influence over researchers and public health authorities to continually disparage dietary supplements. Plant extract dietary supplements offer health benefits that simply cannot be achieved with foods. While pills do not replace food, food is not always superior to botanical extracts. | | One patented technology fills gelatin capsules with liquid herbal extracts under a nitrogen-air environment and then seals the capsule to create an airtight pill.
The New Look of LONGEVINEX™
When red wine molecules (resveratrol, quercetin) are preserved inside a capsule they exhibit beneficial gene-switching qualities not commonly produced by conventional red wine pills. One such red wine pill, Longevinex™, has already been introduced using the airtight technology, (www. longevinex. | | Herbs can vary in the content of active ingredients, but herbal extracts can be standardized for a certain minimum percentage of the primary active ingredient. Why didn't BotanicLab do this?
The chances of a product like PC-SPES returning to the marketplace with patients and attorneys ready to sue, and regulatory agencies ready to pounce, is nil.
PC-SPES was being asked to demonstrate absolute safety - no side effects, a standard that drugs with all their testing can't achieve. | | The following seven natural agents-four herbal extracts and three micronutrients - have demonstrated ability to inhibit the p38 kinase inflammatory enzyme. [Cytokine 18: 266-73, 2002]
1. Green tea
It has been estimated that a daily consumption of 10 Japanese-size cups of green tea results in delayed cancer onset. Even five cups of green tea a day has been shown to delay the onset of breast cancer. Researchers now suggest green tea, by virtue of its ability to inhibit TNF, could be used before the onset of cancer as well as during and after conventional cancer treatment. |
Thomson Healthcare, Inc.
See book keywords and concepts | | An in vitro evaluation of human cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibition by selected commercial herbal extracts and tinctures. Phytomedicine; 7(4):273-282. 2000. de la Motte S, Bose-O'Reilly S, Heinisch M et al. Double-blind comparison of an apple pectin-Chamomile extract preparation with placebo in children with diarrhea. Arzneimittelforschung; 47(11):1247-1249. 1997.
Dorsch W, Neues fiber antientzundliche Drogen. In: ZPT 14(1):26. 1993.
Ernst E. Possible interactions between synthetic and herbal medicinial products. Part I: a systematic review of the evidence. Perfusion; 13:4-15. 2000. |
Rainer W. Bussmann and Douglas Sharon
See book keywords and concepts |  A curing ceremony normally involves purifications of the patient by orally spraying blessed and enchanted herbal extracts on the whole body to fend off evil spirits.
Eighty-five different medicinal conditions were recorded. Most plants were used for the treatment of multiple ailments. The large variety of applications was grouped into 37 main categories.
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Internal Organs
The highest number of species was used to treat internal organ and digestive system disorders (101, 21% of all conditions treated). |
Thomson Healthcare, Inc.
See book keywords and concepts | | An in vitro evaluation of human cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibition by selected commercial herbal extracts and tinctures. Phytomedicine; 7(4):273-282. 2000.
Bundesgesundheitsamt, Empfehlungen zum Wirksamkeitsnachweis von Nootropika im Indikationsbereich "Demenz" (Phase III). Bundesgesundheitsblatt 7:342-350. 1991.
Burkard G, Lehrl S. Verhaltnis von Demenzen vom Multiinfarkt-und vom Alzheimertyp in arztlichen Praxen. Munch Med Wschr 133(Supp. l):38-43. 1991.
Burns NR, Bryan J, Nettelbeck T. Ginkgo biloba: no robust effect on cognitive abilities or mood in healthy young or older adults. | | An in vitro evaluation of human cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibition by selected commercial herbal extracts and tinctures. Phytomedicine; 7(4):273-282. 2000
Bukovsky M, Kostalova D, Magnusova R et al. Testing for immunomodulating effects of ethanol-water extracts of the above-ground parts of the plants echinaceae Moench and Rudbeckia L. CeskFarm; 42(5):228-231. 1993a
Bukovsky M, Vaverkova S, Kostalova D et al. | | Mitochondrial Malate Dehydrogenase and Malic Enzyme of a Fialrial Worm Setaria digitata: Some Properties and Effects of Drugs and herbal extracts. Jap J Med Sci Biol. 45; 137-150 (1992).
Dewan S, Sangraula H, Kumar VL. Preliminary studies on the analgesic activity of latex of Calotropis procera. J Ethnopharmacol. 73(1,2); 307-311.2000.
Hansel R, Keller K, Rimpler H, Schneider G (Hrsg.), Hagers Handbuch der Pharmazeutischen Praxis, 5. Aufl., Bde 4-6 (Drogen), Springer Verlag Berlin, Heidelberg, New York, 1992-1994.
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Tori Hudson, N.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | Other herbal extracts to Consider
Chaste tree (Vitex agnus castus) Nettle (Urtica dioica) Burdock root (Arctium lappa) Dandelion root (Taraxacum officinale) Oregon grape (Berberis aquifolium)
Topical Preparations
Poke root oil: rub onto the belly over the uterus nightly before bed. Castor oil packs: apply over pelvis 3-5 times per week. (See Appendix D for instructions.)
Herbal Phytoestrogens. There are three types of naturally occurring estrogen-like substances called phytoestrogens found in plants: resorcylic acid lactones, steroids and sterols, and phenolics. |
Thomson Healthcare, Inc.
See book keywords and concepts | | Sohni YR, Kaimal P, Bhatt RM, The antiamoebic effect of a crude drug formulation of herbal extracts against Entamoeba histolytica in vitro and in vivo. J Ethnopharmacol, 45:43-52, Jan. 1995
Thakur CP, Thakur B, Singh S, Sinha PK, Sinha SK, The Ayurvedic medicines Haritaki, Amala and Bahira reduce cholesterol-induced atherosclerosis in rabbits. Int J Cardiol, 21:167-75, Nov. 1988
Yukawa TA, Kurokawa M, Sato H, Yoshida Y, Kageyama S, Hasegawa T, Namba T, Imakita M, Hozumi T, Shiraki K, Effect of tannins from Terminalia chebula Retz. on the infectivity of potato virus X. |
Tori Hudson, N.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | A fundamental tenant of alternative medicine is that lifestyle changes that include smoking cessation, appropriate exercise, diet, and the use of dietary ingredients, nutritional supplements, and herbal extracts can prevent or reduce risks and treat cardiovascular disease. |
Brigitte Mars, A.H.G.
See book keywords and concepts |  TINCTURES
Tinctures are herbal extracts made with alcohol, vegetable glycerin, or vinegar instead of water. Tinctures are especially useful for extracting resins and oils from plant material, which water doesn't do very well. The liquid used to extract the herbs is known as the menstruum. The herbs being tinctured are known as the mark.
Prepare the herbs by chopping or grinding them. Put them in a glass jar and cover with the menstruum of your choice, adding enough that there is an extra inch of liquid above the plant material. Store in a cool, dry location. Shake daily. |
Donna Jackson Nakazawa
See book keywords and concepts |  Using nontraditional, ancient medical information taken from seventeenth-century texts, they have pinpointed certain herbal extracts to be "invaluable sources of healing agents. |
Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  For liquid herbal extracts, use 2—4 ml three times per day. Alternatively, 250-500 mg three times per day of standardized extracts supplying 8—12% alkaloids, ate suggested. Continuous use should not exceed three weeks, with a break of at least two weeks berween each use.
Due to environmental concerns of overharvesting,6 many herbalists recommend alternatives to goldenseal, such as Oregon grape (page 721) or goldthread.
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Rainer W. Bussmann and Douglas Sharon
See book keywords and concepts |  A curing ceremony normally involves purification of the patient by orally spraying blessed and enchanted herbal extracts on the whole body to fend off Evil spirits and by nasal ingestion of tobacco Juice and perfumes.
Two hundred seventy-eight different medical conditions were recorded. Most plants were used for the treatment of multiple ailments. The large variety of conditions is grouped into 72 main categories. |
Paula Begoun
See book keywords and concepts |  This product claims to reduce scalp itching, but if anything, the plant and herbal extracts in this product's tea water can cause the scalp to itch. Finally, nothing about this product can make braids tighter—that is strictly dependent on how the braids were done originally. If your braids have come loose or are unraveling, this product won't do a thing to stop it.
© Braid Sheen Spray, Regular ($3.99 for 12 ounces) is nearly identical to the Braid Sheen Spray, Extra Shine above, except this product contains a bit more silicone, and as such is really the one to choose for extra shine. |
Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | The book also includes guidance on the specific amounts of nutrients that have been found to benefit particular health concerns, and specifies the needed potencies of herbal extracts. Another critical feature of The Natural Pharmacy is that it is fully scientifically referenced—which means we can all be confident that the material it contains is validated, trustworthy, and reliable.
The Natural Pharmacy is a valuable source of information people need to take natural approaches in a truly educated way. I heartily recommend it to all who feel empowered to take control of their own health.
—Dr. | | The bark is used to make herbal extracts.
Willow has been used in connection with the following conditions (refer to the individual health concern for complete information):
Rating Health Concerns
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Low back pain (page 293) Osteoarthritis (page 328)
Bursitis (page 87) Fever
Pain (page 338)
Rheumatoid arthritis (page 387)
WITCH HAZEL
Historical or traditional use (may or may not be supported by scientific studies)
Willow bark was used traditionally by herbalists for fever, headache, pain (page 338), and rheumatic complaints. |
volker schulz and Rudolf Hansel
See book keywords and concepts |  All these substances were associated with distinctive patterns of quantitative EEG responses. The herbal extracts, unlike diazepam, caused a relative increase of amplitudes in the theta band of EEG frequencies. The herbs also differed from diazepam in that none of the extracts caused a relative amplitude increase in the beta frequency band. Instead, they tended to cause a reduction in this range that was especially marked with valerian and lavender. The herbal extracts showed varying patterns of effects in the long-wave delta frequency range. |
Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | The dried fruit (also called achenes) are used to produce modern herbal extracts.
MilkThistle has been used in connection with the following conditions (refer to the individual health concern for complete information):
Rating Health Concerns irk-k Alcohol-related (page 12) liver disease irk* Hepatitis (page 220)
Liver cirrhosis (page 290)
•k** Gallstones (page 193)
Historical or traditional use (may or may not be supported by scientific studies)
Medical use of milk thistle can be traced back more than 2,000 years. |
Paula Begoun
See book keywords and concepts | | The hydrolyzed pearl, flower, and herbal extracts are plentiful enough to open an exotic apothecary, but your hair won't be transformed (or volumized) by these ingredients at all.
© $$$ Life Volumizing Leave-In Conditioner ($16.50 for 8.5 ounces) has a good formula, a reasonable price (at least compared to many Alterna products), and will do its job by making hair soft and easy to detangle while improving manageability. | | In addition, I have made a point of challenging the inflated claims made about such ingredients as herbal extracts, botanicals, seaweed extracts, placenta extracts, vitamins, minerals, and other overly hyped ingredients. Until a company provides substantiated or peer-reviewed research to support its claims, you should treat their claims as nothing more than snake oil and marketing artifice. I applied this standard of substantiation to all product types. |
Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | Nutritional supplements containing proanthocyanidins extracts from various plant sources are available, alone or in combination with other nutrients, in herbal extracts, capsules, and tablets.
Proanthocyanidins have been used in connection with the following conditions (refer to the individual health concern for complete information):
Rating Health Concerns
þ?? Chronic venous insufficiency (page 116)
þ?ft Capillary fragility (page 93) Retinopathy (page 385)
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Pancreatic insufficiency (page 341) Varicose Veins (page 440)
Who is likely to be deficient? |
Phyllis A. Balch, CNC
See book keywords and concepts |  This is a line of herbal extracts designed for children. They are made using alcohol, like standard extracts, but the alcohol is then removed and replaced with glycerin, which is a preservative and a natural sweetener. | | China Gold from Aerobic Life Industries is an herbal formula containing thirty-six different herbal extracts, including ten varieties of ginseng. It helps to enhance adrenal function and overcome fatigue.
Q Use goldenseal to control infection. At the first signs of a sore throat, take a few drops of alcohol-free goldenseal extract, hold it in your mouth for a moment, then swallow.
Caution: Do not take goldenseal on a daily basis for more than one week at a time, and do not use it during pregnancy. |
Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | Herbal extracts in capsules and tablets providing 5—6 grams of marshmallow per day can also be used, or it may be taken as a tincture—1-3 teaspoons (5—15 ml) three times daily.
Are there any side effects or interactions?
Marshmallow is generally safe with only rare allergic reactions reported.
MEADOWSWEET
Botanical name: Filipendula ulmaria Parts used and where grown
Meadowsweet is found in northern and southern Europe, North America, and northern Asia. |
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