Herbs - List of Herbs with Definitions and how they are used.
Vaccinium
myrtillus (Bilberry) contains anthocyanosides, a potent
bioflavonoid complex with antioxidant properties. The Bilberry extract is
used for improved vascular health and shows the most promise in supporting
eye health, including pigmentary retinitis, diabetic retinopathy and
macular degeneration. Ingredient in UTI-Clear
remedy for Bladder
Infections.
Price
Check for: Bilberry
Extract, 100 Capsules, 165mg 
Valerian
root (Valeriana officinalis) - The valepotriates, epoxy-iridoid esters, found in the root of the Valerian herb have both sedative properties, which have a regulatory effect on the autonomic system, as well as a stimulant effect. So in whole, Valerian root ends up having an equalizing effect that has been referred to as amphoteric. It has a wide range of specific uses, but its main indications are:
anxiety, nervous sleeplessness, and the bodily symptoms of tension such as muscle cramping or indigestion. one of the best gentle and harmless
herbal sleeping remedies, it enhances the natural body process of slipping into sleep and for some people it can even be an effective mild pain reliever.
Part used : Rhizome, stolons & roots.
Atmagupta
- Mucuna Pruriens (Velvet Bean)
This rare herbal extract from India contains high levels of naturally
occurring L-Dopa, the world's most extensively researched amino acid.
L-Dopa is one of the few substances that crosses the blood brain barrier
to convert into Dopamine. Dopamine is a very powerful
neurotransmitter that stimulates the hypothalamus and pituitary glands to
release growth hormone, increase testosterone levels, boost libido, and
increase sperm count. Besides having a powerful impact on sex drive,
Atmagupta enhances mental alertness, improves coordination, elevates
energy levels, and promotes lean muscle growth.
Verta
Alb. is known to be helpful in controlling of emotional
imbalances.
(Used for ADD) - (Ingredient in BrightSpark)
Viburnum
opulus (Guelder Rose bark)
is a very effective cardiac tonic and muscle relaxant. It is known to
relax the cardiovascular system and also to relieve nervous tension, often
associated with high blood pressure.
(Used for High Blood Pressure) (Used in High-Rite)
Vidari
- Pueraria
Tuberosa (Indian
Kudzu)
The root of this plant has alterative, aphrodisiac, tonic, stimulant
properties which are traditionally used to treat male infertility.
Viscum
album enhances the immune stimulating properties of the other
ingredients in this remedy and also acts as diuretic, stimulant and
vasodilator, strengthening capillary walls, reducing inflammation and
encouraging repair of damaged cells.
(Treatment for
Immune System)
(Ingredient in Immunity
Plus)
Vitex
agnus-castus (Verbenaceae)
Also called Chasteberry or Chaste Tree, helps
the pituitary gland in the brain to stimulate the ovulation process and
has been shown to improve production of progesterone and inhibit the
production of prolactin. A deficiency in progesterone and high prolactin
levels can both inhibit ovulation and make it difficult to conceive.
Chasteberry has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years.
In recent times, it has been increasingly accepted, even by conventional
Western medicine, as an effective treatment to promote hormonal balance
and health
and is used to treat PMS as well as some of the unpleasant side
effects associated with menopause and other female conditions requiring
hormone regulation. Sometimes used in treatment of fibroid tumors and
other women's disorders.
(Part used: Berries)
(Forms available: Teas,
capsules, tinctures, tablets, combination products)
(Treatment for Female Fertility) (Ingredient in Fertile XX)
Price
Check for: Chaste Tree Berry (Vitex), 100 Caps, 200mg 
Nirgudi
- Vitex
Negundo (Chinese
Chaste Tree)
The leaf extract of Nirgudi stimulates the pituitary gland and its
production of Luteinizing
Hormone (LH). When LH levels are elevated, the natural production of
testosterone also increases. LH is a hormone that also increases sex
drive and virility. Nirgudi acts as a Rasayan on the entire body by
providing nutritional support to joints and cleansing respiratory
passageways to alleviate the physical exertion required during prolonged
sexual activity.
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