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Aloe
Treat skin ailments (topical), constipation (oral). Juice from the leaves.
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Bilberry
Terminate diarrhea, improve and protect vision. Berries/leaf
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Black cohosh
Relieve menopause. Roots.
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Cranberry
Prevent UTI. Berries/juice
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Echinacea
Enhance immune system, as an anti-inflammatory. Entire plant.
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Evening primrose
Relieve pain and inflammation. Seeds/oil
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Garlic
Reduce blood cholesterol and blood pressure, as an anticoagulant. Bulbs.
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Ginger
Relieve GI upsent and motion sickness, as an antiflammatory. Root.
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Ginko biloba
Improve memory, reduce dizziness. Leaves and seeds.
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Ginseng
Relieve stresss, enhance immune system, decrease fatigue. Root.
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Horny goat weed
Enhance sexual function. Leaves and roots.
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Milk thistle
As an antitoxin, protect against liver disease. Seeds.
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Saw palmetto
Relieve urinary problems related to prostate enlargement. Ripe fruit/berries.
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Soy
Source of protein, vitamins and minerals; relieve menopausal symptoms; prevent cardiovascular disease; as an anticancer agent. Beans.
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St. John's wort
Reduce depression, reduce anxiety, as an anti-inflammatory. Flowers, leaves, stems.
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Valerian
Relieve stress, promote sleep. Roots
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