ginger root
Garlic
Aloe
echinacea
ginkgo biloba
St. John's wort
Glucosamine
Kava
Feverfew
black cohosh
Saw palmetto
valerian
Blocks platelet aggregation. Blocks factor that causes migraines.
vasodilation: Decreases leg pain, platelet aggregation, risk of thrombosis. Decreases bronchospasm. Claims to improve memory
Makes cartilage and synovial fluid. Suppresses inflammation of the joints and cartilage degradation. Treats osteoarthritis.
Can decrease prostate manifestations of hyperplasia
Stimulates immune system. Decreases inflammation. Heals skin disorders, wounds, and burns. Treats viruses.
Blocks LDL cholesterol, raises HDL cholesterol; lowers triglycerides. Suppresses platelet aggregation, disrupts coagulation. Acts as a vasodilator
Acts as an estrogen substitute, Treats manifestations of menopause.
Topically, aloe has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Soothes pain. Heals burns. Softens skin. Orally, aloe has laxative effects.
Causes liver injury. Promotes sleep. Decreases anxiety. Promotes muscle relaxation without affecting concentration.
Relieves vertigo and nausea. Increases intestinal motility. morning sickness, arthritis.
Increases GABA to prevent insomnia. Reduces anxiety related restlessness. Drowsiness effect increases over time.
Affects serotonin, antidepressant effects. For mild depression. Orally as an analgesic to relieve pain, inflammation. Topically to treat infection