
- Aloe Vera: Aloe has been used around the world with a variety of healing benefits. While commonly used as a skin healer and moisturizer, there are many internal benefits as well. It is reputed as being beneficial and soothing for the internal organs and is rich in vitamins and minerals.
- Artichoke: Artichokes are thought to be beneficial for the digestive and urinary tract, helping to reduce nausea and intestinal gas. It is used in many digestion tonics because it stimulates the production of bile. The root and leaves have antibiotic properties and help to lower cholesterol.
- Cascara Sagrada: Effective on the gall bladder and is reputed to help rid the body of gall stones. It is believed by some that the use of Cascara Sagrada as a tonic may assist the bowels to operate naturally
- Dandelion: The leaves are a powerful diuretic and act as blood detoxifiers. The root reduces inflammation and is an important liver stimulant used traditionally for jaundice, gallstones, and rheumatic joints.
- Fennel: Traditionally used for digestive problems such as heartburn, intestinal gas and bloating, and is reputed to be antispasmodic, soothing the muscle of the digestive tract. It has been used as an upper respiratory tract tonic as well.
- Ginseng Root: The value of ginseng root in medicine has been shown throughout centuries of use. It’s been known to help with reflexes, mental performance, and reducing fatigue, stress, and nervousness.
- Kola Nut: Kola Nut, or Cola, contains theobromine and naturally occurring caffeine which act as mild stimulants. The seeds are used for headaches, depression, and as diuretics.
- Milk Thistle: Milk thistle helps protect and regenerate the liver and also protects the kidneys. It is very useful as a cleanser and antioxidant.
- Sarsaparilla: Sarsaparilla is a blood purifying herb and is used as a treatment for liver problems, rheumatism, and skin disorders.
- Senna: Closely related to aloe and rhubarb, Senna is useful in alleviating irregularity or occasional constipation. It increases the peristaltic movements of the colon.
- Yohimbe Bark: Native to Africa, the bark is primarily used as an aphrodisiac. The alkaloid salt derived from the bark is called Yohimbine and has been used in prescription formulas to improve sexual performance by dilating the blood vessels of the skin and mucous membranes. It is a hormone stimulant and has anti-fatigue properties.
