Herbal Notebook
Your Need For Understanding The Herbs We Use
Getting to know the elements that we craft together with the herbs that we use is a great starting point for you to get started on your herbal journey. We have crafted an herbal cliff notes type page to help you do just that.
We want to tell you about the different plants and powders that we use in order to help alieve what ever is ailing you and as a result, hellps your shopping experience easier.
Feel free to educate yourself.
-Ozie
Herbs A to Z
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Aloe Vera - optimize digestion, help to regulate blood sugar, relieve inflammation, and boost the immune system
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Angelica Root- kill cancer cells and fungus, reduce anxiety, and settle the stomach
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Anise- anti-fungal, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties and may fight stomach ulcers, keep blood sugar levels in check and reduce symptoms of depression and menopause
Astragalus Root Powder- immune support, lymphatic system, asthma
B
Baobab Fruit Powder- weight loss, blood sugar levels, inflammation
Barberry Root Bark- infections, Gl tract, heart health, diabetes, liver, gallbladder, metabolic syndrome
Bayberry Root- head colds, nausea & diarrhea, induce vomiting, fevers, heats up the body
Basil Leaf- digestion, anti-inflammatory, depression, diabetes
Bay Leaves- heart health, anti-cancer, anxiety, stress
Beet Root - blood circulation, blood pressure, brain health
Bilberry Leaf- diarrhea, vision health, varicose veins, diabetes.
Bitter Melon- diabetes, antiviral, immune support
Black Cohosh Root- hot flashes, sleep, uterine fibroids, anxiety
Black Maca Powder- female and male libido, men fertility, energy
Black Peppercorns - cholesterol health, gut health, appetite suppressant
Black Seed- anti-cancer, candida infections, colon health
Black Walnut Hull Powder-expels parasites, heart health, anti-cancer
Bladder Wrack- hormonal & metabolic, weight loss, vision health, inflammation, digestion, & anti-cancer
Blessed Thistle- lactation, digestion, coughs, skin infections & diuretic, lactation, digestion, skin infections & diuretic
Blood Root Powder- tooth pain, laryngitis, pharyngitis, nasal polyps
Blue Vervain- detox, nervous system, depression, anti-inflammatory, mood swings, lactation, gout, héadaches
Bromelain- arthritis, asthma, chronic sinusitis, colitis, burns
Buckthorn Bark- constipation, colon health
Bungleweed- hyperthyroidism, premenstrual syndrome, breast pain, nervousness
Burdock Leaf- kills germs, fevers, gout, bladder infections, syphilis
Burdock Root- mineral rich, tonsillitis. Butcher's Broom Powder- hemorrhoids, gallstones, blood circulation, Blood purifier, natural diuretic, skin health .
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Butterfly Pea flower- brain food- memory- Improve eyesight, Improve hair growth, reduce greying of hair, stimulate collagen and elastin synthesis, Aphrodisiac: particularly for women and used to treat menstruation problems or white vaginal discharge, Antioxidant, boost brain function, lowers blood pressure.
Analgesic: Clitoria Ternatea has been used traditionally as a local anaesthetic as it has been shown to help relieve pain and swelling. calming effect on the body, reducing stress and anxiety
Anti-inflammatory, Anti-Asthmatic, common cold, cough & asthma as it acts as an expectorant and reduces the irritation of respiratory organs. Anti-anxiety and depression, inhibit glucose intake from the diet. useful in treating epilepsy. help reduce fever by dilating the blood vessels right beneath the skin, whereby air can cool the blood easier.
Cat's Claw Bark Powder- arthritis, Crohn's
Catnip- stress, sleep aid, menstrual cramps, headaches, calming indigestion relieves gas, and can help with constipation and bloating. The anti-inflammatory properties of catnip calm inflammation in the digestive system and help with pain. improve relaxation , which may boost mood and reduce anxiety, restlessness, and nervousness.
Calendula Flower- muscle spasms, ulcers, prevent infection and heal injuries to body tissues. Calendula is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant components, which might help to fight cancer, protect against heart disease, and ease muscle fatigue
in skincare- ideal for sensitive, oily, and acne-prone skin. anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, banish dark spots, blemishes, acne, and acne scars
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Carob Powder- weight loss, reduce blood sugar and insulin levels, and lower cholesterol levels, digestion problems including diarrhea, heartburn, and the intestine's inability to properly absorb certain nutrients from food
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Caraway Seeds- heartburn, bloating, gas, loss of appetite
Cascara Sagrada - constipation, anti-parasitic, detox
Cayenne - helps stimulate secretions and protects mucus membranes from upper and lower respiratory tract. for blood pressure, ingesting cayenne pepper increases circulation, improves blood vessel strength and reduces plaque buildup in your arteries pain relief, heart health
Chaga Mushroom- energy, cholesterol health
Chickweed- constipation, blood disorders, lung health, psoriasis, itching, muscle & joint pain.
Chicory Root- replace coffee, anti-inflammatory, digestive aid
Chlorella Powder-reduce your risk of diabetes, cognitive disease, heart problems, and cancer, anti-cancer, Vitamin A, B2, B3, Magnesium, Zinc
Chrysanthemum Flower- fever, cold, headache, dizziness, and swelling
Cleavers- relieves swollen glands, urinary health, burns, skin irritation
Clove- Cloves are a pungent spice that are often featured in spiced tea blends like herbal and caffeinated versions of chai. Cloves have been shown to reduce headache pain and have an analgesic effect. Cloves also have antiviral and antimicrobial properties that can help to protect you against illness. kills bacteria, improve liver health, promote bone health
Coconut Shredded- dietary fiber, iron, zinc
Colcomecca- antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial
Cornsilk- bladder infections, inflammation of the urinary system, inflammation of the prostate, kidney stones, and bedwetting
Coriander- regulate your blood glucose level and also to aid weight loss, fight infections, promote heart brain skin and digestive health lowering blood pressure and LDL (bad) cholesterol while increasing HDL (good) cholesterol
Cinnamon- reduced inflammation and blood sugar levels, improved heart health, and perhaps even weight loss, bacterial and fungal infections. reduce menstrual bleeding, vomiting frequency, and nausea severity during women's periods ALSO beneficial in enhancing fertility and insulin sensitivity, and regulate menstruation in women with PCOS
Celery Seed- blood pressure, diuretic, infections.
Chamomile - anxiety, sleep aid, depression, skin health, digestive health, anti-inflammatory same benefits as taking an aspirin or ibuprofen. Reducing inflammation. Treating diabetes and lowering blood sugar. Reducing menstrual pain. reduce stress, balance hormones, improve fertility. helps PCOS
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Chaparral Leaf- bronchitis, rheumatic pain, stomach pain, snake bite pain, bowel cramps, gas, colds, chronic skin disorders
Chervil- gout, pockets of infection (abscesses), and eczema.
Chia Seeds- high in fiber, weight loss, Omega-3 fatty acids
Cramp Bark- muscle spasms, menstrual cramps, urinary pain or spasms
Curry Powder- anti-cancer, bone health
Cumin Seeds- digestive aid, iron, prevent food borne illness
Custard Apple Powder- fight free radicals, skin & hair health.
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Damiana Leaf- Aphrodisiac, Headaches, Weight Loss, Depression, energy, women's health, constipation
Dandelion leaf-constipation, blood pressure, liver health
Dandelion Root- blood pressure, eczema, psoriasis, anti-cancer,digestive aid, skin health
Devil's Claw- gout, arthritis, digestive health, anti-inflammatory
Diatomaceous Earth- bone, skin, & hair health
Dong Quai Root -blood detox, hypertension, anemia, allergies, Pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS), infertility
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Echinacea Purpurea Root- Fights infections and anxiety
Echinacea Purpurea Powder- acid indigestion, immune system
Egyptian Basil- energy, women's health, heart health
Elderberry- immune system, allergies, bladder infections
Elderberry powder- heart health, digestive aid, immune system
Eleuthero Root- stress, energy and anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer .
Eleuthero Root powder- anti-inflammatory, energy, bone health
Epazote- parasites detox, intestinal cramps, and ulcers
Eucalyptus Leaf- influenza, bacterial bronchitis
Eyebright- eye health, conjunctivitis and blepharitis
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Fennel Seeds- skin health, diuretic, blood detox, menstrual cramps, blood sugar levels, anti-inflammatory, male libido, lactation, cholesterol health, digestive aid
Feverfew- mûscle spasms, anti-inflammatory, brain health, anti-cancer
Frankincense- oral health, gut health, joint health, gut health, oral health, anti-inflammatory
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Garcinia Cambogia- appetite suppressant, blood sugar
Garlic- Anti-bacterial, liver & gallbladder health
Gentian Root- menstruation aid, digestive & colon health
Ginger Root- nausea, circulation, anti-inflammatory, fungal infections, stomach ulcers, digestive aid
Ginkgo Leaf- brain health, circulation, anti-stroke
Ginseng (American) - energy, stress, male libido, diabetes
Ginseng (Chinese)- anti-inflammatory, brain health, immune
system
Goji Berries- energy, immune system, skin & liver health
Goldenseal Root Powder- bacterial, fungal and protozoan
infections
Gotu Kola- brain health, improve blood circulation in lower limbs, memory booster, repairs skin, depression, anxiety
Green Tea- boosts metabolism, detox, improves focus
Guarana Seeds- energy, weight loss, heart & skin health
Horsetail- diuretic, bone health, weight loss, purifier Hyssop- ulcers, asthma, sedative, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory
Hyssop Powder- ulcers, asthma, sedative, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory
Horny Goat Weed- heart disease, fatigue, liver health, male libido, fever
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Jasmine Flower- hepatitis, abdominal pain, relaxation, fertility (laxative)
Juniper Berry- wounds, joint and muscle pain, kidney & bladder, upset stomach, heartburn, bloating
K
Kava Kava Root- anxiety, stress, insomnia, PMS
Kelp- anti-cancer, weight management, blood sugar, diabetes, thyroid function, heart health
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Guarana Seed Powder- pain relief, chronic diarrhea, constipation
Guar Gum- laxative, helps with obesity, diabetes, reduces cholesterol
Guinea Hen Weed- anti-cancer, fevers, immune support, lung health, pain reliever, anti-inflammatory, digestive health
Gymnema Sylvestre- heart disease, reduce sugar cravings
H
Hawthorn Berry - blood pressure, anxiety, cholesterol health, digestive aid, anti-inflammatory
Hawthorn Leaf and Flower- hair loss, heart health, anxiety
Hemp Seeds- sleep aid, energy, heart health, skin disorders
Hibiscus Flower- hypertension, liver health, skin health, menstrual cramps, depression, blood sugar
Holy Basil- tackles stress, anxiety, depression, and inflammation
Hops- stress, anxiety, weight gain, blood sugar, cholesterol
Horehound- indigestion, bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation
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Lavender Flower- Lavender is a soothing medicinal herb that has been used in herbal medicine to treat a wide variety of illnesses, from headaches to anxiety and depression. lavender aromatherapy can help to treat migraine headaches and reduce headache severity. calming, relieves stress, lifts mood, promotes a state of ease. relaxation, sleep aid, hair growth, asthma
L-Arginine HCL- build muscle, repair wounds, male fertility
Lemon Balm- digestion aid, sleep aid, muscle relaxer
Lemongrass- anxiety, pain, lowers cholesterol, prevents infection
Licorice Root- energy, skin discoloration, anti-cancer, tuberculosis, infertility, lupus, malaria, arthritis
Lily of the Valley- heart health, kidney stones, edema, eye infections
Linden Flower - induces sweating, nasal congestion, skin irritation
Lobelia- asthma, apnea, bronchitis, whooping cough
Longjack- increases libido, energy, endurance, athletic performance
Lungwort Lichen- diuretic, tuberculosis, kidney & urinary health
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Mango Leaves- diabetes, blood pressure, earaches, kidney stones
Marshmallow root- colds, digestive health
Marshmallow root powder- bacterial infections, diuretic, softens skin
Milk Thistle Seeds- liver health, weight loss, cholesterol health, anti-cancer, bone health, skin health
Mistletoe Leaf- anxiety, stress, insomnia, heart health
Netherwort- heart health, menstruation, gas, hyperthyroidism
Moringa Leaf Powder- anti-cancer, anti-bacterial, mood disorders
Mugwort- energy, stomach and intestinal conditions, and cramps
Mullein Leaf- colds, pneumonia, migraines, asthma, colic
Muria Puama - sexual function, menstrual health, is used for sexual disorders, increasing sexual desire in healthy people, menstrual disorders, joint pain,
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Myrrh- detox parasites, oral & skin health, pain & swelling
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Nopal Cactus Powder- protects nerve cells, prostate health, cholesterol
Neem Leaf Powder- vision health, heart disease, gum disease
Nettle Leaf - hay fever, blood sugar, prostate health, UTI's, arthritis, anti-inflammatory painful muscles and joints, eczema, arthritis, gout, and anemia
Nutmeg- detox, insomnia, blood circulation, combating hair loss, but it also helps in hair regrowth
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Oat Straw- brain health, heart health, anxiety, energy, strengthens bones, soothes the nervous system, stabilizes blood sugar, relieves depression by nourishing your pancreas, liver and adrenals and keeps your teeth strong. This herb is rich in calcium
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Okra- lower heart disease risk, anticancer, lower blood sugar, rich in soluble fiber, which helps in reducing cholesterol
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Olive Leaf- treat infections, inflammation, diabetes, and hypertension, weight loss, type 2 diabetes, immunity, heart health, anti-inflammatory, fights yeast infections and viral infections, such as herpes.
- In skincare, can slow the appearance of aging, purify and nourish the skin by calming irritation and reducing redness, as well as repairing damage, hydrating, enhancing circulation and stimulative growth of new cells.
Onion- heart health, cancer fighting components, antibacterial, digestive health
Oregano- lower cholesterol, antioxidant, gut health, anti-inflammatory
P
Peony Root-gout, osteoarthritis, fever, respiratory tract, illnesses, cough
Parsley- improve blood sugar, heart health, kidney health, boost immunity
Passion flower- anxiety, depression, insomnia, blood pressure, anti-inflammatory
Pau D'Arco- anemia, bladder, prostate health, STD's, colds, diabetes, diarrhea, fibromyalgia, yeast infections
Peppermint Leaf- liver health, bad breath, energy, sleep aid, respiratory health, anti-bacterial
Plantain Powder- wounds, skin irritation, digestive health
Psyllium husks powder- weight loss, constipation, diarrhea, blood sugar
Poke Root- lymphatic system, immune system, fights infections
Prickly Ash Bark- circulation, abdominal pain, arthritis
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Quassia Bark- measles, diarrhea, fever, lice
Quinoa- fiber, iron, weight gain
R
Raspberry Leaf- skin health, menstrual cramps, women health, lactation, anti-cancer
Rhodiola Rosea- energy, depression, brain health, anti-cancer
Reishi Mushroom- immune system, reduce stress, energy
Red Clover Powder- indigestion, high cholesterol, asthma, bronchitis, hair loss, anti-cancer, uterus health
Reishi Mushroom- immune system, stress reducer, energy
Rosemary- immune system, circulation, hair growth, memory, muscle pain, anti-inflammatory, brain, memory
Rosehips- immune system, anti-cancer, digestion aid, diabetes arthritis
Rhubarb Root- canker sores, cold sores, menopause, anti-inflammatory
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Sage- cleansing negative energy, generates clarity, promotes healing
Sage Powder- digestive aid, stomach pain, and bloating
Sarsaparilla Root powder- diuretic, anti-inflammatory joint pain, psoriasis, arthritis, leprosy, syphilis, flu
Sassafras- urinary tract health, immune system, circulation
gout
Saw palmetto powder- testosterone levels, prostate health, hair loss
Schisandra powder- enhancing physical performance, promoting endurance
Sea Moss Whole Leaf- 89 minerals: zinc, iodine, iron, calcium, potassium,
anti-viral, anemia, sulfur, silicon,iron, thyroid health, anemia, B-complex vitamins, sodium
Senna Leaf Powder- constipation, hemorrhoids, weight loss
Sea Salt- potassium, iron, calcium, digestion
Sheep Sorrel- anti-inflammatory, cancer, diarrhea
Shepherds Purse- heart health, blood pressure, bladder health
Skullcap- insomnia, fever, rabies, epilepsy, anxiety, paralysis
Slippery Elm Bark- digestive Aid, Ant-Inflammatory, Wound treatments, upset stomach
Smoked Sea Salt- potassium, iron, calcium, digestion, helps with nerve impulses
Stevia- weight loss, cholesterol health and diabetes
Sour Sop Leaves- anti-cancer, diabetes, immune system
Spirulina- immune system, anti-inflammatory, Cholesterol health
St. John's Wort- depression, wound healing, menopause, and anxiety
Stinging Nettle Root- osteoarthritis, hay fever, bleeding, diabetes, inflammation of gums combating hair loss, but it also helps in hair regrowth
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Tansy- joint pain, relaxation, fluid retention, and infections
Tansy Powder- migraines, epilepsy, parasites and kidney problems
Tarragon- improve sleep patterns, increase appetite, help relieve pain, decrease blood sugar
Tribulus Terrestris- athletic performance, body building, sexual health
Tongkat Ali Root- raise testosterone levels, promote muscle-strength, fatigue
Tumeric- hay fever, Alzheimer disease, skin damage, stomach ulcers
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Usnea Lichen~HPV, fever, anti-inflammatory, weight loss
Uva Ursi-kidney, bladder and urethra health
Ursi Powder-kidney infections, constipation, and bronchitis
We will continue to update our page to bring you information
sometimes we are able to customize your #BGDT experience but right now until we can get more herbs in and come up with delicious blends to warm and heal your body we are placing that on the wait list. you can always send us a note or ask us questions VIA instagram @blackgirlsdotea or contact us at blackgirlsdotea@gmail.com so that we can answer and keep you in mind.
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