Celery Seed

Hawthorne Berry, also called White Thorn, Haw, May Blossom, Hay Berry and May Day Flower. Hawthorne Berry is red in color and comes from a spiny tree called the hawthorne shrub. Hawthorne Berry is believed to be good for the heart and is commonly used to expell excess salt from the body to reduce water retention. Hawthorn Berries contain vitamins C and B complex, crataegin, carotene, flavonoids and sugars.

Idebenone is a commercially promoted synthetic analog of coenzyme. It is an organic compound of the quinine family. Idebenone is said to have similar antioxidant properties like the coenzyme. In Europe, idebenone is used as a synthetic analog of coenzyme to treat vascular as well as degenerative diseases of the central nervous system. There is an on going research done on the usage of idebenone to cure Alzheimer’s disease. Research also shows that idebenone may also be beneficial for those suffering from Friedreich's ataxia. In the research conducted on patients of Friedreich’s ataxia, idebenone helped in reducing the rate of deterioration of cardia function. It helped in doing but without halting the progression of ataxia. Another successful use of idebenone has been in the topical application of the treatment of wrinkles.

Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum) extract has been used in treating liver disease and to detoxify the body. Its antioxidant properties enable the liver to function at optimum levels and help in maintaining a good health. So anyone suffering from liver disease including hepatitis, inflamed liver, and jaundice can benefit a great deal from this herb extract that not only regenerates that vital organ but also protects it from common toxins like pesticides, alcohol, pollution, and heavy metal poisoning. Anyone using medications or recreational drugs or performance drugs can use milk thistle seed extract to get relief from the harmful effects of such medications. In addition, it works as an excellent tonic that helps in dealing with stress. Its ability to regulate bowel function makes it a good alternative for people with bowel movements that alternate frequently between constipation and diarrhea.

NAC is used by the body to manufacture the detoxifying substances glutathione and glutathione peroxidase which protect the body from free radicals and toxins.Cystiene is also considered a preventative or antidote for some of the negative effects of alcohol, including hangover and liver damage. It has a counteractive effect on the poisonous effects of acetaldehyde which is a by-product of alcohol and responsable for most of the negative effects and long term damage to the liver.

Nettle has tonic, anti-inflammatory, hemostatic, and diuretic properties. Nettle has been used to treat rheumatism, eczema, arthritis, gout, and anemia. Nettle is very effective in treating urinary tract infections. An infusion of the nettle leaves can be used for inflammatory diseases of the lower urinary tract and also is effective for treating certain individuals with allergic reactions to hay fever.It helps the body to eliminate waste products and prevents fluid retention. Nettle's properties have been beneficial for coughs and have been used to get rid of phlegm from the lungs and stomach. Nettle helps draw body tissues together and control bleeding. Nettle leaf is used in a simple infusion as a tonic decoction to cleanse the blood. Nettle is also used as a specific for treating cases of childhood eczema; it's especially useful for nervous eczema. Nettle leaves contain iron and vitamin C and is sometimes used for treating anemia and poor circulation.

Policosanol can be found from the waxy coating of sugar cane. It contains about sixty percent of octacosanol. Policosanol is effective in controlling the cholesterol level. It helps decreases the amount of Low Density Lipoprotein (LDL) and increase the amount of High Density Lipoprotein (HDL). LDL is sometimes referred to as the “bad cholesterol”; it causes the blood vessels to narrow because of lipid build up, thus, increasing the risk of having coronary heart disease. HDL is referred to as the “good cholesterol”; it helps carry the cholesterol from the arteries down to the liver, where it will be processed and excreted from the body.

Red Yeast Rice is an asian dietary supplement made from fermented rice with a use of a particular type of yeast. It contains statin which is commonly used for lowering cholesterol level; it functions similar to lovastatin, a prescription medication. It lowers total blood cholesterol level and triglyceride level. It has the ability to increase the levels of High density lipoprotein (HDL) and decrease the low density lipoprotein (LDL), which is known as bad cholesterol. This restricts the production of cholesterol in the liver. It also improves the blood flow and may improve and prevent cardiovascular problems. It aids in maintaining and regulating blood sugar level.

Saw Palmetto - The ripe fruit of saw palmetto (botanical name: Serenoa repens) is an important member of the herb kingdom. The Seminole tribe of Florida used it to treat various health conditions, but today it is used mainly for treating urinary symptoms related to an enlarged prostate gland, also called as benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH. Other conditions that can be effectively treated using saw palmetto include: bladder disorders hair loss decreased sex drive chronic pelvic pain hormone imbalances The fresh ripe fruit as well as the dried one is used to make various medicinal preparations that are available in the form of tablets, capsules, liquid extract, infusion, and even tea. Saw plametto may sometimes cause stomach discomfort and some men have experienced side effects like tender breasts and a decline in sexual desire after using it.