Tag: Herbal Medicine

Devil’s Claw in Herbal Medicine

Devil’s Claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) comes from the Pedaliaceae family, just like sesame. Devil’s Claw has been extensively used in South African folk medicine in the form of an ointment for injuries and skin disorders, as well as internally as a dried root powder. The root of Devil’s Claw has anti-inflammatory as well as pain reducing... Continue Reading →

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Echinacea in Herbalism and Homeopathy

What is Echinacea and what are its uses? Echinacea Angustifolia belongs to the botanical family of Compositae, along with a common daisy and a sunflower. This amazing herb has the ability to activate macrophages- white blood cells responsible for destruction of viruses, bacteria and other pathogens; as well as stimulation of the natural killer (NK)... Continue Reading →

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