Emmenagogue
Emmenagogue herbs promote menstruation and can be used to tone the female reproductive system. Emmenagogue Herbs Calendula – Calendula officinalis L
Diaphoretic
Diaphoretic herbs are perspiration inducing, helping the skin to release waste from the body. Diaphoretic Herbs Burdock – Arctium lappa Calendula – Calendula officinalis L Holy Basil – Ocimum sanctum L. or Ocimum tenuiflorum
Cholagogue
Cholagogue herbs promote the flow of bile, thereby helping to ensure a healthy liver. Cholagogue Herbs Burdock – Arctium lappa Calendula – Calendula officinalis L St. John’s-Wort – Hypericum perforatum
Astringent
Astringent herbs causes tightening or contraction of tissues. The astringency of these herbs is important for wound healing. Astringent Herbs Calendula – Calendula officinalis L Horsetail – Equisetum arvense St. John’s-Wort – Hypericum perforatum
Antispasmodic
Antispasmodic herbs are used to relieve or prevent spasms, especially of smooth muscle, and may be used to treat stomach cramps and bladder spasms. Antispasmodic Herbs Calendula – Calendula officinalis L Holy Basil – Ocimum sanctum L. or Ocimum tenuiflorum Marshmallow – Althaea officinals St. John’s-Wort – Hypericum perforatum
Alterative
Alterative herbs gradually restore or maintain the bodies function thereby increasing its health and vitality. Alteratives may also help with elimination of waste through the organs. Alterative Herbs Burdock – Arctium lappa Calendula – Calendula officinalis L
Adaptogen
Adaptogenic herbs or adaptogens can be used to increase the body’s natural resistance to stressors. Stress can have very real effects upon our health, including weakening our immune system. This action is non-specific meaning they are supportive of the body’s ability to deal with stress. Adaptogenic Herbs Holy Basil – Ocimum sanctum L. orOcimum tenuiflorum