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Yarrow
The use of this herb, also called soldier's herb, dates
back to the legend of Achilles who used yarrow to heal
their wounds during the Trojan war .1,2 It has a healing
and soothing effect on the mucous membranes. It also
reduces inflammation, improves blood clotting and increases
perspiration.2 It is used for fever, inflammatory disorders,
colitis and viral infections.2 It is approved by the
Commission E for loss of appetite, dyspeptic complaints
and liver and gallbladder complaints.6 Products: Perfect
Balance.
Yellow Dock
This herb is rich in iron and is an excellent tonic
for the liver and as an overall tonic for the body.2
In addition, it has been used to cleanse the blood and
help eliminate toxins from the lymph glands and body.4
It enhances the liver's ability to filter the blood.
According to Barney, "Yellow dock root achieves its
tonic properties through astringent purification of
the blood supply to the glands...It is often used in
seasonal cleanses and blood detoxification programs.
Among all herbs, it has one of the strongest reputations
for clearing up skin problems, liver and gallbladder
ailments and glandular inflammation and swelling." 4
In addition, it improves colon function.4 Products:
CellEnergy, Electro-Vita-Min, Perfect Balance and WithIn.
Yucca
This herb has a rich history of use in the treatment
of arthritis.2 Yucca contains steroid saponins, which
is a precursor to cortisone. Cortisone is a hormone
derived from the adrenal gland that is used in the treatment
of rheumatoid arthritis as it is involved the nutrition
of connective tissue. Some researchers believe that
these steroid saponins improve the body's ability to
produce its own cortisone. Yucca is also rich in vitamins
A, B complex and elements such as calcium, potassium,
phosphorous, iron, manganese and copper. In addition
to its high content of saponins, yucca also acts as
a blood purifier.2 It is routinely prescribed by many
herbalists and clinics for the treatment of arthritis,
osteoporosis, and inflammatory disorders. Products:
Arth-X Plus and PowerHouse Plus.
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