List of herbal remedies
 

Aloe vera has traditionally been used for the healing of burns and wounds.

Agaricus blazei mushrooms may prevent some types of cancer.

Artichoke (Cynara cardunculus) may reduce production cholesterol levels.

Blackberry (Rubus fruticosus) leaf has drawn the attention of the cosmetology community because it interferes with the metalloproteinases that contribute to skin wrinkling.

Black raspberry (Rubus occidentalis) may help in preventing oral cancer.

Boophone (Boophone disticha) This highly toxic plant has been used in South African traditional medicine for treatment of mental illness and depression.

Butterbur (Petasites hybridus)

Calendula (Calendula officinalis) has been used traditionally for abdominal cramps and constipation.

Cranberry (Vaccinium oxycoccos) may be effective in treating urinary tract infections in women with recurrent symptoms.[93]

Echinacea (Echinacea angustifolia, Echinacea pallida, Echinacea purpurea) extracts may limit the length and severity of rhinovirus colds; however, the appropriate dosage levels, which might be higher than is available over-the-counter, require further research.

Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) may help speed the recovery from type A and B influenza.

Feverfew (Chrysanthemum parthenium) is sometimes used to treat migraine headaches. Feverfew is not recommended for pregnant women as it may be dangerous to the fetus.

Gawo (Faidherbia albida), a traditional herbal medicine in West Africa, has shown promise in animal tests

Garlic (Allium sativum) may help lower total cholesterol levels.

German Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) may help lower cholesterol.

Ginger (Zingiber officinale), administered in 250 mg capsules for four days, may decrease nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.

Grapefruit (Naringenin) components may help prevent obesity.

Green tea (Camelia sinensis) components may help inhibit growth of breast cancer cells. and may heal scars faster.

Honey may reduce cholesterol, and may be useful in wound healing.

Lemon grass (Cymbopogon citratus) may help lower total cholesterol.

Magnolia

Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) extracts have been recognized for many centuries as "liver tonics.". Research suggests that milk thistle extracts both prevent and repair damage to the liver from toxic chemicals and medications.

Ocimum gratissimum and tea tree oil may help in treating acne.

Oregano (Origanum vulgare) may be effective against multi-drug resistant bacteria.

Pawpaw can be used as insecticide (killing lice, worms).

Peppermint oil may have benefits for individuals with irritable bowel syndrome.

Phytolacca or Pokeweed is used as a homeopathic remedy to treat many ailments. It can be applied topically or taken internally. Topical treatments have been used for acne and other ailments. It is used as a treatment for tonsilitis, swollen glands and weight loss.

Rauvolfia Serpentina is used extensively in India for sleeplessness, anxiety, and high blood pressure.

Rooibos (Aspalathus linearis) has traditionally been used for skin ailments, allergies, asthma and colic in infants.

Rose hips may help to provide benefits in the treatment of osteoarthritis.

Salvia lavandulaefolia may help improve memory.

Shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes) are edible mushrooms and may have health benefits, including cancer-preventing properties.

Soy and other plants that contain phytoestrogens (plant molecules with estrogen activity) may have some benefits for treatment of symptoms resulting from menopause.

St. John's wort may help in the treatment of mild to moderate depression.

Stinging nettle help with the treatment of enign prostatic hyperplasia, and the pain associated with osteoarthritis, and the reduction of LDL cholesterol and total cholesterol.

Valerian root may be used to help treat insomnia.

Vanilla

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