by Dr. Becky Tanner | Nov 2, 2021 | ingredient, oil
Jojoba oil comes from the nut of a shrub that grown in the Sonoran Desert of northern Mexico and southwestern United States. Half of the weight of the nut is oil. Although it is not generally used as a vegetable, it was commonly used as food by the people indigenous...
by Dr. Becky Tanner | Nov 2, 2021 | herb, ingredient
Hypericum is best known for its effects on the nervous system. It is used to help with depression, anxiety and seasonal affective disorder. Hypericum has several constituents to address this but not in high enough concentration to explain its effectiveness. (Probably...
by Dr. Becky Tanner | Nov 2, 2021 | herb, ingredient
Hammamaelis is used to treat wounds, bruises, inflammation and soreness from overexertion. Its actions target blood vessels in particular.Hammamaelis soothes inflammation. It has antioxidants which helps to prevent widespread inflammation by neutralizing free...
by Dr. Becky Tanner | Nov 2, 2021 | herb, ingredient
Calendula Officianlis (Pot Marigold, Marigold, not the same as the ones grown in most gardens) This herb promotes the healing of wounds. This includes cuts, scrapes, burns, rashes, bruising, ulcers, broken bones, even torn muscles.Calendula is anti-bacterial,...
by Dr. Becky Tanner | Nov 2, 2021 | herb, ingredient
Aesculus is well established as an herb to benefit the entire circulatory system, but it is strongest in the venous system and especially the capillaries. It decreases capillary permeability so it decreases fluid accumulation anywhere. It is used to treat chronic...
