Astragulas – Helps strengthen and regulate the immune system

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Ashwaganda- One of the best Rejuvenative herbs for men especially of Vata dosha.  Said to give you vitality and sexual energy of a horse

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Black Sage -  Helps with sore throats, and mucous secretions of the sinuses, throat, and lungs.

 

Brahmi/ Fennel – Possibly the most important nervine herb used in Ayurveda.  Traditionally used for meditation. The best rejuvenating herb for Pitta Dosha. 

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Damiana – Traditionally used as an aphrodisiac, it has a feel-good “high” to it which just makes one feel more at peace

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Devils Club- Good for respiratory health, adrenal health “burnout” and can help moderate blood sugar levels 

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Elderflower-  Traditionally used in the early stages of coughs, colds, and flu. Especially good for children

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Elephants Head- Great muscle relaxer from the head down. Helping with tension throughout including headaches

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Guayusa – Traditionally used to sharpen one's senses while hunting, is packed full of nutrients and although it contains caffeine it gives the drinker more balanced energy without the jitters you can get from coffee

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Ginger – Great digestive stimulate, useful in motion sickness and digestive upset

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Kava – An anti-spasmodic, anti-anxiety, and diuretic.  

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Lemon Balm/Lavender/Sage – A beautiful formula to bring peace and stillness, ideal for meditation and maintaining stress

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Maca- Enhances energy and stamina, helps balance female hormones as well as helps with male libido

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Parrots Beak- Great muscle relaxer from the head down. Helping with tension throughout including headaches

 

Pau De Arco-A revered herb tree throughout the Amazon rainforest. In Brazil, it is referred to as the divine tree.  Some of its benefits -Anti-viral, anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, studies show it can help fight tumors

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Peppermint- An excellent friend for digestive issues. Makes an instance sweet peppermint tea just by adding a dropper or two to hot water

 

Raw Cacao- Super high in Anti-oxidants, high in Iron and Magnesium and it is a natural mood elevator ☺ Cacao is considered a sacred plant throughout the Americas allowing one to open their heart and connect deeper to oneself and others.

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Red belted polypore Mushroom (Dual Extraction)-Regulates blood sugar, improves immune system function,  and improves digestive function.  Anti-tumor, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, immuno-modulating, anti-pathogenic, anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, and adaptogenic

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Reishi Mushroom (Dual Extraction)-The mushroom of “Immortality”, Boosts the Immune system, Nourishes the spirit, Detoxifying, Improves the respiratory and cardiovascular systems. Improves cognitive ability and energy levels.  Considered to serve our whole being spiritually, mentally, and physically

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Rocky Mountain Osha-Anti viral, helps clear lungs of mucus and recover from colds, great for dry scratchy sore throats 

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Shatavari- Works on the female reproductive system, balances female hormones as well as helps with breast milk production. Also supports the male reproductive system. One of the best Rejuvenative herbs for women.

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Silk Tassel-  A strong and reliable smooth-muscle relaxant, ideal for women who struggle with intense menstrual cramps. This is very strong medicine and should be used with respect. Start with 10-20 drops if more is needed after 45 minutes take 10-15 more drops.  Contraindicated in pregnancy or  children 

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St. Johns Wort- One of the best allies for the nervous system. Soothing and helps diminishes pain in the nerve tissue. Can help on see the light in dark situations which is how it can shine a light on depression

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Sweet Root- Relieves indigestion, gas, and upset stomach.  Topically can be used for athletes foot, ringworm along with other fungal skin infections

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Sharptooth Angelica- Warming and drying to the chest helps prevent dampness brought on by lung infections. Use 20-60 drops in a glass of hot water to break up mucus and improve circulation in the lungs. Taken at the onset of a cold or flu can promote sweating to fight it off.

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Tulsi (Holy Basil)- Helps with most common ailments, strengthens immunity, fights bacteria and viral infections, also for hair and skin disorders 

 

Western Aralia-  An excellent lung tonic, helpful for both acute and chronic lung conditions. The adaptogenic qualities make this a great ally for those who are exhausted and stressed, especially if the lungs are affected by being chronically stressed out. 

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Western Osha/Oshala -anti-viral, helps clear lungs of mucus and recover from colds, great for dry scratchy sore throats

 

Western Pasque Flower- Anti-anxiety, doom and gloom depression, a great tool to have in sacred ceremony to help calm someone down (1/2 oz available, super low dose medicine)

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Wild Cherry Bark/Elecampane/Redroot blend- A tincture version of cough syrup. Take 30 drops in a small amount of hot water. Relieves cough, expels excess mucus,  reduces inflammation, and stimulate the immune system

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Valerian Sitka- A Strong Nervine, sleep aid, and carminative. From the Cascade Mountains, I personally find it much stronger than Valeriana officinalis (out of stock)

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Yarrow- Being bitter/ pungent yarrow is cooling and drying.  Being a stimulating and relaxing diaphoretic herb it is a powerful remedy for colds and flu where perspiration is obstructed. A great formula is Yarrow, Elderflower, and Peppermint, or Chamomile.  Also being a bitter tonic it helps to stimulate digestive secretions and support the liver. These are some of the uses for the tincture but in general, yarrow is one of the most important remedies for any 1st aid kit. The vulnerary action helps wounds to heal more quickly. Add a few freshly chewed flowers or a few drops of tincture to acute to help stop the bleeding and speed up healing. In ayurvedic philosophy, yarrow is best for Pitta and Kapha Constitutions.  

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Yerba Mate- Rich in Anti-oxidants, nutrients, a stimulant (contains caffeine) boosts energy and mental focus

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Yerba Santa- Warming and stimulating the respiratory system, reducing inflammation in the sinuses, throat, and lungs. Good in helping relieve chronic asthma, bronchitis, or seasonal allergies where there is a lot of mucus that is easily expectorated. On the emotional/spiritual side, Yerba Santa is excellent for grief, despair, and sadness. These qualities are held in the lungs and heart. Yerba Santa can help open up those regions giving us the courage to move past these obstacles. 

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Yerba Santa/Black Sage- One of my favorite goto blends to help dispel mucus and "wring " out the lungs in damp respiratory conditions