Monday, December 22, 2008
More Medicinal Herbs
9. DandelionBy tonifying the liver (which produces hormones), dandelion root eases a variety of women's imbalances. Often combined with burdock and milk thistle.
10. Vitex
With a normalizing effect on women's hormones, vitex treats conditions like menstrual irregularity, PMS, and infertility.
11. Licorice
A renowned herb, licorice balances cycles and restores energy. Avoid large quantities if you have hypertension or kidney issues, or if you take heart medicine.
12. Ginger
With warming, stomach-soothing properties, this rhizome eases menstrual cramps and morning sickness.
Often called "female ginseng," this traditional Chinese herb builds strong blood and tones the uterus.
14. Nettle
Rich in vitamins and minerals, nettle nourishes the reproductive system, making it a great tonic for many concerns.
Labels: dandelion, dong quai, ginger, licorice, liver, milk thistle, nettles, vitex
Monday, January 07, 2008
From The Black Book Of Hollywood Diet Secrets
They list from A to Z:
i.e.,:
DANDELION TEA
A natural diuretic, great for banishing water retention. Gwyneth Paltrow and Madonna are said to be fans.
M IS FOR MATCHA GREEN TEA
This is a concentrated form of tea in which one cup is the equivalent of eight to ten cups of green tea. It boosts your metabolism and also cuts sweet cravings.
Source
i.e.,:
DANDELION TEA
A natural diuretic, great for banishing water retention. Gwyneth Paltrow and Madonna are said to be fans.
M IS FOR MATCHA GREEN TEA
This is a concentrated form of tea in which one cup is the equivalent of eight to ten cups of green tea. It boosts your metabolism and also cuts sweet cravings.
Source
Labels: celebrities, dandelion, diet, green tea, tea
