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Illustrative image of the article Maca Root: 13 Health Benefits, How to Take It & Side Effects

Maca Root: 13 Health Benefits, How to Take It & Side Effects

Updated in 12-20-2023

Maca root is a stimulant that helps with circulation and with hormonal regulation. It can also be recommended for weight loss and to combat depression. Learn more about the benefits of maca root and how to take it.
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Yerba Mate: 9 Health Benefits, How to Make & Side Effects

Updated in 12-20-2023

Yerba mate is a type of tea that contains caffeine, vitamins and minerals that help to combat fatigue, lower cholesterol and promote weight loss. Check out the other health benefits yerba mate has to offer, how to prepare it and the possible side effects that it may have.
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Green Tea: 13 Health Benefits, Side Effects & How to Prepare

Updated in 12-20-2023

Green tea is a drink that is rich in antioxidants that help to prevent early aging and some types of cancer. It also contains caffeine, which can boost metabolism and promote weight loss. Learn more about all the benefits of green tea and how to prepare it.
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Fenugreek: Health Benefits, Side Effects & Contraindications

Updated in 12-20-2023

Fenugreek is a seed that can be used for medicinal purposes, as it contains anti-inflammatory, anti diabetic and antioxidant properties that can regulate sugar levels, reduce menstrual cramps or stimulate testosterone production. Learn more.
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Ashwagandha: Benefits, How to Use & Side Effects

Updated in 12-20-2023

Ashwagandha, also know as Indian Ginseng, is a medicinal plant that is used to help improve physical and mental performance. Learn more about the health benefits of ashwagandha root, how to take it and possible side effects.
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Moringa: 13 Health Benefits & How to Take It

Updated in 12-20-2023

Moringa is a medicinal plants that contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is good for the treatment of many health conditions, like high cholesterol or sugar levels. Learn more about its health benefits and possible side effects .
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Senna Tea: Health Benefits, How to Make & Side Effects

Updated in 12-20-2023

Senna tea is made with the medicinal plant, senna, that is commonly used for its laxative properties. It is often taken to treat constipation and gas. Learn more about the health benefits of senna tea, how to prepare it and its possible side effects .
Illustrative image of the article Mulungu: Uses, How to Use, Side Effects & Contraindications

Mulungu: Uses, How to Use, Side Effects & Contraindications

Updated in 12-20-2023

Mulungu is a medicinal plant that is rich in flavonoids and alkaloids, which are substances with potent soothing and analgesic properties. It can be used to treat conditions like insomnia, anxiety and menstrual cramps. Learn more about how to prepare mulungu tea, how to use it, possible side effects & contraindications.
Illustrative image of the article Broadleaf Plantain: Health Benefits & How to Use (Tea & More)

Broadleaf Plantain: Health Benefits & How to Use (Tea & More)

Updated in 12-20-2023

Broadleaf plantains are a medicinal plant of the Plantaginaceae family. They are commonly used as home remedies for the treatment of flu, colds and sore throats, as well as uterine and intestinal inflammation. Learn how to make broadleaf plantain tea as well as the other health benefits.
Illustrative image of the article Boldo Tea: 11 Health Benefits & How to Take It

Boldo Tea: 11 Health Benefits & How to Take It

Updated in 12-20-2023

Boldo is a medicinal plant that is used for treatment or prevention of conditions like gastritis, atherosclerosis and cancer.  Learn about the health benefits of boldo and how to prepare it .
Illustrative image of the article Horsetail Tea: 7 Health Benefits, How to Make & Side Effects

Horsetail Tea: 7 Health Benefits, How to Make & Side Effects

Updated in 12-20-2023

Horsetail is a medicinal plan that is very popular and used as a home remedy to improve the appearance of hair and nails, as well as treat fluid retention and promote weight loss. It can be used as a natural diuretic as well, making it beneficial for UTI treatment. Learn how to make horsetail tea and its side effects .
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Primrose Oil: Uses, How to Take It & Side Effects

Updated in 12-18-2023

Primrose oil is a supplement that is rich in gamma-linolenic acid and fatty acids. It is often used to help treat symptoms related to menopause, PMS and inflammatory diseases. Learn more about what primrose oil can be used for, how to take it and the possible side effects associated with use .
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Ginkgo Biloba: Benefits, Side Effects & How to Take It

Updated in 12-18-2023

Gingko biloba is a plant commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine as a mental health elixir. This plant contains numerous health benefits. Learn more about them and the ways that you can take gingko.
Illustrative image of the article Second Degree Burn: What It Looks Like, Healing Time & Treatment

Second Degree Burn: What It Looks Like, Healing Time & Treatment

Updated in 12-18-2023

A second-degree burn is very painful and forms a blister, which you should protect and not burst. Treatment for a second degree burn includes removing the skin from the heat source and cooling the skin under cold, running water for 10-20 minutes. Learn more about what this burn looks like and how to treat it.
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Hemorrhoid Self-Care: 7 Tips for Pain Relief

Updated in 12-15-2023

Hemorrhoid treatment is usually done with the use of topical creams that help reduce inflammation, but there are also some simple steps that you can take to help relieve pain and speed up treatment. Find out 7 ways of relieving hemorrhoids .