Botanical name: (Achillea Millefolium)Also known as: Common yarrow, gordaldo, nosebleed plant, old man's pepper, devil's nettle, sanguinary, milfoil, soldier's woundwort, thousand—leaf, and thousand—seal.The yarrow flower and has medicinal properties that have been known to improve colds and influenza when used as a rub. It can also help cardiovascular circulatory disorders such as angina, apoplexy, and acute coronary syndrome to name a few. Using yarrow can aid irregular...
Botanical name: (Pausinystalia yohimbe)Also known as: Corynanthe yohimbe, YohimbineYohimbe is a plant native to tropical West Africa, and people in the region have been using the bark of the plant medicinally for hundreds of years. It is known as one of the most powerful natural aphrodisiacs in the world, and it is effective on both men and women. Yohimbe bark powder is a short term MAO inhibitor and should be used with caution; it should not be used simultaneously with anti—depressants, s...
Botanical name: (Pausinystalia yohimbe)Also known as: Corynanthe yohimbe, YohimbineYohimbe is a plant native to tropical West Africa, and people in the region have been using the bark of the plant medicinally for hundreds of years. It is known as one of the most powerful natural aphrodisiacs in the world, and it is effective on both men and women. Yohimbe bark powder is a short term MAO inhibitor and should be used with caution; it should not be used simultaneously with anti—depressants, s...
Anise has been cultivated in Egypt and known to the Greeks, Romans and Arabs, who named the plant anysun. Since Antiquity it has been used as a flavoring spice in recipes and as a diuretic, to treat digestive problems and to relieve toothache. Anise seeds are known for their ability to reduce flatulence and colic, and to settle the digestion. They are commonly given to infants and children to relieve colic, and to people of all ages to ease nausea and indigestion. It also has an expectorant and...
Anise has been cultivated in Egypt and known to the Greeks, Romans and Arabs, who named the plant anysun. Since Antiquity it has been used as a flavoring spice in recipes and as a diuretic, to treat digestive problems and to relieve toothache. Anise seeds are known for their ability to reduce flatulence and colic, and to settle the digestion. They are commonly given to infants and children to relieve colic, and to people of all ages to ease nausea and indigestion. It also has an expectorant and...
Anise Star Pods are the seed pods of an evergreen tree (Illicium Verum) grown in southwestern China and Japan. The taste is similar to regular anise except stronger. Since Antiquity it has been used as a flavoring spice in recipes and as a diuretic, to treat digestive problems and to relieve toothache. Anise seeds are known for their ability to reduce flatulence and colic, and to settle the digestion. They are commonly given to infants and children to relieve colic, and to people of all ages to...
Holy basil comes from India where it is revered as a sacred herb. The Egyptians burned a mixture of basil and myrrh to appease their gods. Sweet Basil (Ocimum basilicum) was introduced in Europe as a seasoning for food. Also popular in Thai cooking. The herb has very important medicinal properties — notably its ability to reduce blood sugar levels. It also prevents peptic ulcers and other stress related conditions like hypertension, colitis and asthma. Basil is also used to treat cold and...
Cumin is the second most popular spice in the world after black pepper. Black Cumin seeds are used as a spice for their distinctive aroma. Black Cumin can be used ground or as whole seeds. It helps to add an earthy and warming feeling to cooking, making it a staple in certain stews and soups, as well as curries and chili.
Native to south—western India, pepper is now cultivated in tropical regions around the world. Praised as a spice and a medicine since ancient times, pepper was a vital commodity in world trade for thousands of years. Pepper has a stimulant and antiseptic effect on the digestive tract and the circulatory system. Pepper is commonly taken, either alone or in combination with other herbs and spices, to warm the body, or to improve digestive function in cases of nausea, stomach ache, flatulence...
The seeds are very small in size, slate blue in color and are nut—like in flavor. The tiny kidney—shaped seeds have been harvested from dried seed pods by various civilizations for thousands of years. Known for their nutty flavor, our blue poppy seeds also add a tinge of beautiful color to salads, baked desserts, bread or even as a decorative accent on ice cream!
More familiar as a vegetable than as a medicine, celery find its main use in the treatment of rheumatism, arthritis and gout. Containing apiol, the seeds are also used as a urinary antiseptic. Celery is a good cleansing, diuretic herb, and the seeds are used specifically for arthritic complaints where there is an accumulation of waste products. The seeds also have a reputation as a carminative with a mild tranquilizing effect.
Chili Powder (Capsicum annuum)A roasty, piquant powder common to much international cuisine, our organic chili powder is shade dried and goes great in tacos, black beans, curries, or make your own hot sauce! Chili powder is high in vitamin A and contains vitamins B2, B6, C, and E, and also contains potassium and manganese. Research suggests capsaicin (the acid that puts the hot in hot pepper) is an anti—inflammatory that may help reduce arthritis pain.
Cinnamon bark is one of the few spices that can be consumed directly. Cinnamon powder has long been an important spice in Persian cuisine, used in a variety of thick soups, drinks, and sweets. It is often mixed with rosewater or other spices to make a cinnamon—based curry powder for stews or just sprinkled on sweet treats. Cinnamon can also be used in pickling.
Cinnamon bark is one of the few spices that can be consumed directly. Cinnamon powder has long been an important spice in Persian cuisine, used in a variety of thick soups, drinks, and sweets. It is often mixed with rosewater or other spices to make a cinnamon—based curry powder for stews or just sprinkled on sweet treats. Cinnamon can also be used in pickling.
Clove trees are original from Indonesia. The dried flower buds, clove, are extensively used as spice. Cloves can be used in cooking either whole or in a ground form, but as they are extremely strong, they are used sparingly. Both the oil and the flower buds have been valued as a herbal medicine for many years. The oil contains eugenol, a strong anesthetic and antiseptic substance. Cloves are also well known for their antispasmodic and stimulative properties.
