Medicinal herbs uses & where they grow. If these grow in your area, you should most definitely include them in your herb garden or yard! After growing herbs in your garden learn how to use medicinal herbs at home!

Medicinal Herbs & Uses

Alfalfa

Medicinal Herb Uses

(sprouts, leaves & flowers). Zones 3 & up.

• Alkalizes the body.
• Detoxifies
• Diuretic
• Reduces inflammation.
• Lowers cholesterol.
• Balances hormones.
• Helps pituitary glands work.
• Anti fungal.

Similarly, Alfalfa is god for treating disorders including: anemia, bone & joint inflammation, colon and digestive disorders.

Alfalfa is one of the most mineral rich foods. It contains a balance of calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and all the vitamins!

Alfalfa is easiest to take in capsules or in tea form. I get mine on Amazon and like this one.

Aloe Vera

Medicinal Herbs Uses:

Zones 9-11

Good for healing skin and digestive disorders.

Angelica Medicinal Herbs Uses: or Dong Quai

(roots) Zones 4-9

Makes ovary and testical hormones more effective.

In addition, Angelica is good for: hot flashes, reducing menopause symptoms, PMS, and vaginal dryness.

Anise Medicinal Herbs Uses:

(seeds) – Where it Grows: Zones 7-10

• Clears mucus from airways.
• Good for respiratory infections like sinusitis.
• Fights infection.
• Increases milk supply in nursing moms.
• Helpful in easing menopausal symptoms.

Astragalus Medicinal Herbs Uses:

(Roots) – Where it Grows: Zones 6-9

Barberry Medicinal Herbs Uses:

(bark, berries, roots) – Where it Grows: Zones 4-9

• Medicinal herb uses & where they grow.
• Slows heart rate.
• Slows breathing.
• Eases bronchial constriction,
• Stimulates intestines.

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Bayberry Medicinal Herb Uses:

(root & bark) – Where it Grows: Zones 4-8

• Helps expel congestion.
• Increases circulation.
• Lowers fevers.

Bayberry is also good good hypothyroidism, eyes & immune system.

Bilberry Medicinal Herbs Uses

(whole plant) – Zones 3-8

• Improves insulin levels.
• strengthening connective tissues.
• Diuretic and urinary tract antiseptic.

Good for stress, inflammation, anxiety, and the eye!

In addition, Bilberry supports healthy EYES: helps night blindness, and cataracts, and might help or prevent Macular degeneration!

Bilberry is a wonderful supplement, especially if you have a family history of Macular Degeneration or eye problems. I like this one.

Black Cohosh Medicinal Herbs Uses

(rhizomes & roots) – Zones 3-8

• Helps lower blood pressure and cholesterol.
• Decreases mucus production.
• Helps the cardiovascular system and circulation.
• This herb INDUCES LABOR. relieves hot flashes, relieves menstrual cramps. It May help arthritis.

Blessed Thistle Medicinal Herbs Uses:

(various arts) Zones 5-9

• Increases appetite.
• Heales the liver!
• Reduces inflammation.
• increases circulation.
• strengthens heart muscle.
• Aids milk production/flow in nursing mothers.

Blue Cohosh Medicinal Herbs Uses

(roots) – Zones 3-8

• Calms muscle spasms.
• STIMULATES uterus contractions.

**However, do not take while pregnant, only for childbirth.

In addition, Blue Cohosh helps memory, menstrual problems, and the nervous system.

Boneset Medicinal Herbs Uses

(flowers, petals, leaves) – Zones 3-8

• Helps loosen phlegm and relieves congestion.
• Lowers fevers.
• Increases sweating.
• Calms body.
• Has a laxative effect.
• Good for bronchitis.

Borage Medicinal Herbs Uses

(leaves & seeds) Zones 3-10

• Balances glands.
• Tonic for adrenals..
• Supports healthy. cardiovascular system, skin, and nails.

Buchu Medicinal Herbs Uses

(leaves) – Zones 8a and up.

Buchu reduces inflammation in your colon, gums, mucus membranes, sinuses, and reproductive systems.

In addition, it helps control: bladder and kidney issues, diabetes, digestive problems, water retention, and prostate problems.

Burdock (roots & seeds) – Zones 2-10

Medicinal Herb Uses:

• Improves liver and gallbladder function.
• Stimulates your immune system.
• Relieves gout.

*However, taking Burdock internally can interfere with iron absorption.

Butcher’s Broom (seeds & tops) – Zones 7-9

• Reduce inflammation.
• Helps carpal tunnel.
• Improves circulation.
• Relieves edema.
• Supports your bladder and kidneys.

*Butcher’s Broom is more effective if taken with vitamin C.

Calendula (flower petals) – Zones 9-11

• Great for soothing skin, rashes, sunburns, and diaper rash.
• Anti-inflammatory
• Helps regulate your menstrual cycle.

Cascara Sagrada (bark) – Zones 6 and up.

• Laxative
• Relieves constipation.
• Stimulates bowel movement.

Therefore, Cascara Sagrada is a good colon cleanser.

Catnip (leaves) – Zones 3-9

Medicinal Herb Uses:

• Reduces fevers.
• Relieves stress & anxiety.
• Helps digestion and stimulates appetite.
• Aids sleep.

Cat’s Claw (inner bark & roots) – Zones 8-12

• Cleanse intestinal tract.
• Stimulates white blood cell action.
• Helps intestines & viral infections.
• (Don’t use while pregnant.)

Cayenne (peppers) – Zones 9-11

• Helps digestion, circulation, and bleeding ulcers.
• A catalyst for other herbs.
• Supports: heart, kidneys, lungs, pancreas, spleen and stomach.

Chamomile (flowers) – Zones 3-9

Medicinal Herbs Uses:

• Anti-inflammatory
• Stimulates appetite & digestion.
• Nerve tonic and improves sleep.
• Aids in colitis, diverticulitis.
• Chamomile is a traditional remedy for anxiety and stress, indigestion, and insomnia!

Learn more about how to use and grow Chamomile here!

Chaparral (leaves) – Zones 7-11

• Free radical scavenger.
• Helps protect against tumors and cancer.
• Improves and treats skin disorders.

Chickweed (various parts) Zones 3-8

• Helps reduce mucus in lungs.
• Good for bronchitis, circulation, coughs & colds, and warts.

* Chickweed is also called Starweed

Comfrey (leaves & roots) – Zones 3-9

Increases and speeds healing of external skin wounds.

Comfrey is good for many conditions, for instance: bedsores, bug bites and stings, burns, dermatitis, dry skin, bleeding hemorrhoids, nose bleeds, psoriasis rashes and sunburns.

Damiana (leaves) – Zones 9-11

Medicinal Herb Uses:

• Causes muscle contractions in your intestines.
• Helps bring oxygen to genitals.
• Good for increasing energy and aphrodisia.
• Known as a sexual tonic for women.
• *taken internally can interfere with iron absorption.

Dandelion (leaves, roots & flowers) – Zones 3-10

• Liver and blood cleanser.
• Increases bile production.
• Diuretic
• Reduces serum cholesterol and URIC acid!
• Supports and improves the function of organs including kidneys, pancreas, spleen, and stomach.
• Good for: cirrhosis of liver, fluid retention, and jaundice.
• Roasted dandelion roots are often used as a coffee substitute.

Learn more about dandelion and how to use it!

Echinacea or Coneflower (roots) – Zones 3-5

• Stimulates immune & lymph systems.
• Anti-inflammatory and anti-viral.

Elderberry (berries) – Zones 3-7

Medicinal Herb Uses:

• Enhances immune system
• reduces inflammation
• lowers fevers
• soothing to the respiratory tract
• stimulates circulation

*Do not use stems. stems contain cyanide and can be toxic.

Ephedra (stems) – Zones 5-9

• Decongestant
• Relieves bronchial spasms
• Stimulates your central nervous system
• Good for ASTHMA
• Respiratory problems
• Depression and obesity

USE WITH CAUTION! However, do not use if you have: anxiety, heart disease, high blood pressure, or if you are taking an MAO inhibitor drugs.

Eyebright (entire plant except for roots) – Zones 1-9

• Eyewash
• Relieves eye strain and minor eye irritation
• Good for allergies, itchy-watery eyes and hey fever symptoms.

False Unicorn (roots) – Zones 5-8

• Balances hormones.
• Good for infertility, PMS & prostate.

Fennel (berries, roots & stems) – Zones 2-10

• Appetite-suppressant.

• Supports the kidneys, liver, spleen, and lungs.

In addition, Fennel relieves stomach pain, colon problems, and gas!

Fenugreek (seeds) – Zones 9-11

I LOVE fenugreek for its maple smell! And when you eat it regularly you start smelling like maple too! Fenugreek is good for many health conditions, for instance:

• It has a little laxative effect because if its soluble fiber.
• Lubricates intestines.
• Reduces fevers.
• Aids in relief of Asthma and sinus problems by reducing mucus.
• Helps nursing mothers improve their milk supply.
• Good for lung disorders.

Feverfew (bark, flowers, leaves) – Zones 5-10

• This pretty little herb helps loosen mucus in the lungs and bronchial tubes.
• Supports a healthy menstrual cycle.
• Stimulates appetite.

Flax (seeds) – Zones 5-9

These pretty little flowers will grace your garden and provide major health benefits too! For instance:

• Full of Omega 3 fatty acids and fiber.
• Flax seeds promote healthy bones, nails and teeth, skin, and colon.
• Anti-inflammatory

Garlic (bulb) – Zones 1-5

One of my favorites…

• Garlic detoxifies and enhances immune system function.
• Lowers blood pressure and increases circulation.
• So good for cardiovascular health.
• Lowers blood lipids.

Garlic is good for so many things for instance: arthritis, asthma, bad circulation, colds & flu, liver disease, infections… and more!

I love garlic and use it in cooking regularly. HOWEVER< I also use garlic medicinally very often, if not daily. I love how it is good for your heart so I take this one.

Learn more about how to grow and use Garlic medicinally here!

Gentian (leaves & roots) – Zones 4-7

• Aids digestion and stimulates appetite.
• Kills intestinal worms and plasmodium that cause malaria.
• Good for parasite infections.

Ginger (roots) – Zones 9-12

• Eases spasms and cramping
• Cleanses the colon
• Increases circulation
• Good for bowel problems circulation, hot flashes, upset stomach and indigestion, morning & motion sickness, nausea and vomiting.

*Warning: However, don’t take too much ginger at once, because it can cause stomach problems when overdone.

Goldenseal (roots) – Zones 3-8

This is an important one to have around in my opinion.

• Goldenseal acts like a natural antibiotic. It is also anti-inflammatory and antibacterial.
• Goldenseal increases insulin’s effectiveness and strengthens your immune system.
• It also promotes bodily functions of the colon, liver pancreas, spleen, lymph, and respiratory systems.
• Goldenseal also cleanses mucous membranes, counteracts infections, and helps digestion.
• This little herb does so much!
• In addition, Goldenseal also reduces uterine bleeding, lowers blood pressure, and it also stimulates your central nervous system!

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Gotu Kola (nuts seeds & roots) – Hardy Zones 9b and up.

Medicinal Uses:

• Helps the body to eliminate excess fluids.
• Improves depression and fatigue.
• May increase sex drive and stimulate the central nervous system.
• In addition, Gotu Kola is good for the heart, cardiovascular system, and liver function.
• Hardy zones 9b and above.

Gravel Root (flowers & roots) – Hardy Zones 4-8

• This herbs is also called Jow-Pye Weed, and Queen of the Meadow.
• It’s a diuretic and urinary tract tonic.
• Helps reduce fluid retention.

Hops (berries, flowers & leaves) – Hardy Zones 5-9

This herb is widely used to make beer, but It is a powerful herbal tea too.

• Hops are a relaxant and a beautiful addition to an herb garden.
• Hops reduce anxiety and stress.
• In addition, Hops are good for insomnia, restlessness, and shock!

Horehound (flowers & leaves) – Zones 3-10

This herb is a member of the mint family, and has big benefits for instance:

• Helps break up mucus in bronchial tubes and lungs.
• Good for hay fever, sinusitis, respiratory disorders and it strengthens the immune system!

Horsetail (stems) – Hardy Zones 3-11

Horsetail grows just about everywhere and is super winter hardy!

It’s also called bottle brush and shave-grass, and is an excellent herb to include in your garden and diet!

• Horsetail helps increase your calcium absorption thus promoting healthy skin, hair, nails, teeth, and bones!
• Similarly, it helps heal broken bones and connective tissues too!
• This herb also strengthens your heart and lungs and is a mild diuretic.
• In addition, horsetail heals cuts and burns by using horsetail in a poultice!

Hydrangea! (roots only) – Zones 4-9

These aren’t just for beautiful flowers…

• Hydrangea roots act as a diuretic and stimulate the kidneys!
• Good for bladder infections, kidney disease, obesity and prostate disorders.
• Combine with gravel root for kidney stones!

*CAUTION – DO NOT eat the leaves or flowers… They contain cyanide – toxic!)

Hyssop (aerial parts) – Zones 3-11

• Hyssop dispels GAS!!!
• In addition, Hyssop also eases congestion and helps regulate blood pressure.
• Good for healing wounds externally by making a poultice with the fresh green herb.

Irish Moss (whole plant) -Zones 4-10

• Irish moss is a good aid for stool formation and is good for intestinal problems.
• Used in lotions and hair rinses for moisture.

Juniper (berries) – Zones 3-9

Juniper berries smell good, but that’s not all they are good for…

• They’re a diuretic and they help regulate blood sugar levels.
• Juniper Berries also help relieve congestion and inflammation.
• Used to treat asthma, bladder infections and fluid retention.
• In addition, taken internally they can inhibit the absorption of iron and other minerals.

Kava Kava (roots) – Zones 11-12

• This is a strong relaxant and induces physical and mental relaxation.
• Kava Kava has a diuretic effect.
• Helpful for many conditions for instance: anxiety, depression, insomnia, and urinary tract infections.

Lavender (Flowers) Zones 5-9

• Lavender relieves stress and depression!
• Great for skin, burns, headaches, psoriasis and rashes.

Licorice (roots) – Zones 9-11

• Licorice is more than just good tasting!
• It cleans the colon, loosens mucus in bronchial tubes, promotes adrenal function, and decreases muscle spasms!

***However, Licorice shouldn’t be used medicinally during pregnancy. It should not be used by those with: diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure or in people who have a history of stroke.

***In addition, Licorice should not be used for more than 7 days in a row because it can cause high blood pressure with prolonged use.

Lobelia (flowers, leaves & seeds) – Zones 2-10

Cough suppressant, relaxant, etc.

***Use with caution, because using more than 50mg of lobelia can suppress breathing, depress blood pressure and may lead to coma.

Marshmallow (flowers, leaves & roots) – Zones 3-9

• Soothes skin, mucus membranes and other bodily tissues internal and external.
• Diuretic and expectorant.
• Great for: bladder infections, upset stomach, fluid retention, kidney problems, and sore throat, and sinusitis!

Milk Thistle (fruit, leaves, seeds)

Medicinal Herb Uses & Zones 5-9

Also called Mary Thistle and Wild Artichoke.

• Milk Thistle is great for the LIVER!
• Contains some of the most powerful protective substances for the liver.
• Stimulates production of liver cells.
• Protects kidneys.
• Improves adrenal disorders.
• Good for Inflammatory bowel disorder.s
• Improves immune systems.
• Treats jaundice and hepatitis.

Mullen (leaves) Hardy Zones 3-9

• Laxative
• Painkiller
• Sleep Aid
• Gets rid of warts.
• Soothes Inflammation.

Therefore Mullen is useful for: Asthma, bronchitis, difficulty breathing, earache, hay fever and swollen glands.

Mustard (seeds) Hardy Zones 6-11

• Improves digestion.
• Aids in metabolism of fat.
• Externally used for: chest congestion, inflammation, injuries + joint pain.

Myrrh (resin from stems) Hardy Zones 4-8

• Antiseptic
• Disinfectant
• Deodorizer
• Fights harmful bacteria in mouth.

Therefore, Mustard is used for: bad breath, periodontal disease, sin problems and ulcers.

Nettle (flowers, leaves, roots) Hardy Zones 3-10

• Diuretic
• Expectorant
• Pain Reliever
• Tonic

Nettle is used for: anemia, arthritis, hay fever, allergic disorders., kidney problems and malabsorption syndrome. In addition, Nettle improves: Goiter, inflammation, mucous problems in lungs.

Oat Straw (entire plant)

• Antidepressant
• Restorative & Nerve Tonic.
• Promotes sweating.

In addition, Oat Straw is used for: bed-wetting, depression, skin disorders, and insomnia.

Oregon Grape (roots) Zones 5-9

• Blood purifier.
• Cleans Liver.
• Oregon Grape is used for skin conditions like acne and psoriasis, for instance.

Parsley (berries, roots, stems) Growth Zones 4-9

Medicinal Herbs Uses

• Expels worms
• Relieves gas
• Stimulates digestive system.
• Freshens breath.
• Improves bladder, kidney, liver, lung, stomach & thyroid functions.
• Therefore, Parsley is used for: bed-wetting, fluid retention, gas, halitosis, high blood pressure, indigestion ,kidney disease, obesity and prostate problems.

Passion Flower (flowers) Zones 6-10

• Gentle sedative.
• Improves anxiety, hyperactivity, insomnia, neuritis, and stress disorders.

Pau D’Arco (inner bark) Grows in the Amazon RainForest Medicinal Herbs Uses:

• Antibacterial
• Blood cleanser.
• Used for: candidiasis, smokers cough, warts, infections.
• Similarly, Pau D’Arco improves allergies, cancer, cardiovascular system, IBS, rheumatism, and ulcers.

Peppermint (flower tops & leaves) Zones 3-11

Medicinal Herbs Uses:

• Improves digestion.
• Increases stomach acidity.

Therefore, Peppermint is used for: chills, colic, diarrhea, headache, heart problems, indigestion, nausea, poor appetite, spasms and rheumatism.

Plantain (leaves) Zones 8-11

Medicinal Uses:

• Soothes lungs & urinary tract.
• Antibiotic effect topically.
• Internally used for preventing bed-wetting.
• Externally plantain is used as a poultice for bee stings, and bug bites.

Primrose (seed oil) Growth Zones 4-8

Medicinal Herbs Uses:

• Aids weight loss.
• Reduces high blood pressure.
• Primrose also helps treat: alcoholism, arthritis, hot flashes, menstrual cramps, heavy menstruation, multiple sclerosis, skin problems and other health problems.

Red Clover (flowers) Zones 4 and up.

• Antibiotic effects.
• Appetite-suppressant.
• Blood cleanser.
• Relaxant

Similarly, Red Clover is used for: IBS, bacterial infections, kidney problems, liver disease, skin problems, and to strengthens your immune system.

Red Raspberry (bark, leaves, roots) Zones 4-8

• Slows menstruation bleeding.
• Relaxes uterine and intestinal spasms.
• Strengthens uterine walls.
• Strengthens: nail, bones, teeth, skin.

Therefore Red Raspberry is used for: diarrhea, morning sickness, hot flashes, menstrual cramps, and canker sores.

Rhubarb (roots, stalks) Zones: 7 and below.

• Eliminates Worms.
• Strengthens gallbladder function.
• Antibiotic properties.
• Improves disorders of: liver, spleen, and colon.

Therefore Rhubarb is used for: duodenal ulcers, constipation, malabsorption, and parasitic infections.

Rose (hips/fruit) Medicinal herbs uses & where they grow: Zones 5-10

• Used for: infection & bladder problems.
• In addition, Rosehip tea improves diarrhea.

Rosemary (leaves) Zones 6-10

• Antibacterial
• Stomach relaxant.
• Stimulates digestion.
• Stimulates circulation.
• Astringent
• Decongestant

Similarly, Rosemary is used for: headaches, blood pressure abnormalities, circulation, and menstrual cramping.

Sage (leaves) Medicinal herbs uses & where they grow: Zones 4-10

• Stimulates central nervous system.
• Stimulates digestive system.
• Used for: hot flashes, symptoms of low estrogen in menopause and after a hysterectomy.
• In addition, Sage is used for: tonsils, sore throat, hair rinses, and to dry up milk supply in lactating mothers.

St. Johnswort (flowers, leaves, stems) Zones 5-10

• Antidepressant.
• Good for treating seasonal depression due to lack of sunshine.
• Used for nerve pain.

Sarsaparilla (roots) Zones 2-8

• Regulates hormones
• Increases energy
• Diuretic
• In addition, Sarsaparilla is used for: hives, impotence, infertility, nervous system problems, and PMS.

Saw Palmetto (berries & seeds) Zones 7-11

• Diuretic
• Urinary antiseptic.
• Stimulates appetite.
• In addition, Saw Palmetto is good for enlarged prostate and poor appetite.

Skullcap (areal parts) Zones 5-8

• Improves circulation.
• Aids sleep.
• Strengthens Heart Muscle.
• Good to relieve pain, muscle cramps, spasms, and stress.
• In addition, Saw Palmetto is used for: anxiety, cardiovascular disease, fatigue, nervous disorders, and also rheumatism.

Slippery Elm (inner bark) 3-9

• Used for diarrhea, ulcers, colds, flu, and sore throat.
• In addition, Slippery Elm soothes mucus membranes of your stomach and your bowels, and urinary tract.

Squaw Vine (stems & leaves) Zones 2-9

• Used for menstrual cramps & childbirth preparation.
• Relieves pelvic congestion.
• Soothes nervous system.

Suma (roots, leaves, bark, berries) Grows in South America

• Improves stress, anemia, and fatigue.
• Immune booster.
• In addition, Suma is used for high blood pressure, liver disease, and of course weak immune systems.

Tea Tree (essential oil) Grows in Australia

• Antiseptic
• Improves skin conditions.
• Gargle diluted for sore throat.
• Used in douche and for yeast infection.

Thyme (leaves, berries & flowers) Zones 5-9

• Reduces headache, mucus, and fevers.
• Eliminates gas.
• Antiseptic
• Improves Croup and respiratory illnesses.
• Hence, Thyme is used for itchy scalp, liver disease, headache, and fever.

Turmeric (rhizomes) Medicinal herbs uses & where they grow: Zones 8-10

• Anti-inflammatory
• Protect the Liver.
• Keeps blood platelets from sticking together.
• Antibiotic properties.
• Antioxidant.
• However, Turmeric should not be used in large quantities.

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Uva Versa (leaves) Zones 2-6

• Diuretic
• Strengthens heart muscle.
• Used to improve disorders or: liver, spleen, pancreas and small intestines.
• In addition, Uva Versa is good for the bladder, kidney infections, prostate and diabetes, for instance.

Valerian (root) Zones 3-9

• Sedative
• Improves circulation.
• Used for anxiety.
• Reduces mucus from the common cold.
• In addition, Valerian is used for: stress, ulcers, pain, spasms, muscle cramping, high blood pressure, fatigue and insomnia.

White Oak (bark) Zones 3-9

• Antiseptic

Therefore, White Oak is used for: bee stings, skin wounds, burns, nosebleeds, diarrhea, varicose veins and poison ivy, for instance.

Wild Yam (rhizomes) Medicinal herbs uses & where they grow: Zones 4-8

• Reduces inflammation.
• Relaxes muscle spasms.
• Increases perspiration.

Wild Yam is used for many disorders, for instance, gallbladder disorders, kidney stones, female disorders, PMS, and menopause symptoms.

Willow (bark) Zones 4-10

• Pain reliever.
• In addition, Willow is used to treat many things like: headaches, nerve pain, toothaches, and backaches.

Wintergreen (stems roots & leaves) Zones 3-7

• Pain reliever.
• Anti-inflammatory.
• Used for: headaches, toothaches, arthritis, and muscle pain.

Witch Hazel (twigs, leaves & bark) Zones 5-9

• Astringent
• Used in skin care for hemorrhoids, itching, and phlebitis.

Wood Betony (leaves) Zones 4-8

• Relaxes muscles.
• Stimulates heart.
• Used for: cardiovascular disorders, neuritis, and hyperactivity.

Wormwood (tops & leaves) Zones 4-9

• Expels worms.
• Mild sedative.
• Lowers fevers.
• Increases stomach acidity.
• Wormwood is used for: intestinal parasites, migraines, and vascular disorders, for instance.

Yarrow (leaves 7 berries) Zones 3-9

• Alleviates bleeding disorders.
• Anti-inflammatory
• Heals mucus membranes.
• Improves blood clotting.
• Diuretic.
• Therefore, Yarrow is used for: fever, colitis, inflammatory disorders, and viral infections.

Yellow Dock (roots & leaves) Zones 4-7

Medicinal Herbs Uses:

• Improves colon and liver function.
• Blood purifier.
• Hence, Yellow Dock is used for: liver disease, anemia, psoriasis, hives, eczema, and rashes.

Yerba Mate (all plant) Grows in South America

Medicinal Herbs Uses:

• Controls appetite.
• Blood cleanser.
• Anti aging.
• Stimulates mind.
• Stimulates cortisone production.
• Tones nervous system.
• Therefore, Yerba Mate is used for: allergies, constipation, IBS symptoms, for instance.

Yohimbe (bark) Zones 10 and up

• Increases your libido.
• Increases blood flow to erectile tissues.
• Hormone stimulant.

However, Yohimbe can have negative side effects, for instance, it can cause: anxiety, panic, and hallucinations in some people. And it elevates blood pressure.

Yucca (Roots) Zones 5-10 – Medicinal Herbs Uses:

• Anti-inflammatory.
• Blood Purifier.
• Yucca Root is used for many things for instance, shampoos, soap, arthritis, osteoporosis, and other inflammatory disorders.

Source: Dr. James Balch, M.D. & Phyllis A Balch, C.N.C – Prescription For Nutritional Healing Second Edition

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