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| Pipsissewa or Prince's Pine (Chimaphila spp.) |
| Found in diuretic, urinary tract and prostate formulas, pipsissewa is both gentle and effective, relieving irritation and healing congestion. Because it improves circulation and does not disrupt the body's mineral balance while relieving fluid retention, pipsissewa is an excellent alternative to pharmaceutical diuretics. It combines well with dandelion and other herbs. |
| Prickly Ash Bark (Zantholxylum Americanum) |
| The bark and berries of prickly ash act as a circulatory stimulant, blood tonic and carminative. The uses of prickly ash are similar to those of cayenne, though this herb is slower in action. Prickly ash is a specific for poor circulation and varicose veins. It is usually added to herbal blends as a catalyst or "delivery" herb. |
| Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis) |
| The familiar, pine-scented culinary herb does more than flavor breads and stews. An aromatic, carminative, antispasmodic, antiseptic, antidepressive, rubefacient herb, rosemary acts as a circulatory and nervine stimulant. It is commonly combined with herbs such as ginkgo and gotu kola in memory tonics or with nervines such as skullcap to treat stress and anxiety. Its essential oil is used in aromatherapy as an energizing stimulant. |
| Skullcap (Scutellaria Lateriflora) |
| One of the safest and most effective sedative herbs, skullcap relaxes the nerves without causing drowsiness or interfering with physical coordination. It is |
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