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Boost Energy: Siberian Gingseng
has a beneficial effect on the adrenal glands, which secret stress-fighting
hormones that heighten mental alertness, raise energy levels and enhance
the body's immunity. Take 100mg to 300 mg of a standardized extract
2-3 times a day. |
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Prevent Migraines: Feverfew
is believed to prevent blood vessels from constricting and then rapidly
dilating which some experts think triggers migraines. Take 50mg to
200mg daily. |
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Relieve Heartburn: Ginger
relaxes the smooth muscles along the walls of the esophagus, boosts digestive
fluids and neutralizes stomach acid. Take 100mg 20 minutes before
meals. |
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Improve Night Vision: Bilberry
strengthens the capillaries and facilitates the delivery of oxygen rich
blood to the eyes. This helps the retina, the light sensitive part,
adapt properly to both dark and light. Take 40mg of an extract 2-3
times a day. |
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Increase Immunity: Goldenseal
increases the immune system's production of germ-fighting compounds, and
fights bacteria and viruses directly. Take 125mg od goldenseal 5
times a day for 5 days at the first sign of a cold. |
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Control Hay Fever: Nettle
keeps the body from releasing histamines, compounds that cause nasal congestion
and watery eyes. Take 250mg 3 times a day as needed. |
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Alleviate Menstrual Cramps and Bloating: Dandelion
root acts as a diuretic to reduce bloating
and swelling before menstruation. Take 3mg to 5mg 3 times a day. |
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Reduce Varicose Veins: Gotukola
helps connective tissues form, and strengthens the walls of blood vessels
to improve blood flow. Take 200mg 3 times a day. |
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