Natural Catnip
$4.90 – $9.90Catnip, scientifically known as Nepeta Cataria, is a herbaceous plant that belongs to the mint family. Native to Europe, it grows wild in many areas of North America. Well-known as a stimulant for cats, it has also been planted to repel rats and flies. Some popular uses for catnip are natural insect repellent, catnip toys, bath tea recipes.
Organic Cacao Nibs
$6.90 – $11.90Cacao Nibs are produced from beans derived from the Theobroma Cacao Tree, also known as Cocoa Tree. They are small crushed Cacao beans that have a bitter and chocolatey flavor. Cacao Nibs are known to have many health benefits and are highly nutritious, providing high amount of protein, fiber, minerals, and powerful plant compounds. Cacao Nibs are also rich in several minerals such as iron, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese, zinc, and copper.
Cat Claw
$9.90 – $16.90Cat Claw, also known as Uncaria Tomentosa, is a woody vine found in the tropical jungles of South and Central America. This root bark resembles the Cat Claw with its claw-shaped thorns and is often used in herbalism for a variety of ailments. Cat Claw is known for its benefits in boosting your immune system, relieving rheumatoid arthritis symptoms, as well as relieving osteoarthritis.
Dried Slippery Elm
$6.90 – $11.90Slippery Elm is a tree whose inner bark is used as medicine. It is known as a demulcent, and is capable of soothing the lining of stomach and intestines which helps reduce irritation. Slippery Elm is known for treating cough, sore throat, diarrhea, as well as external skin wound, burns, cold sore, and toothache.
Dried Lemon Balm
$9.90 – $16.90Lemon Balm, also known as Melissa Officinalis, is a herb belonging to the mint family. It has a mild lemon aroma and is often used for culinary purposes such as flavoring food and making tea. Lemon Balm is known for its calming effects for those with insomnia, anxiety, as well as Alzheimer disease. It is commonly used to relieve digestive issues such as upset stomach, vomiting, bloating, and menstrual cramps.
Dried Fennel Seed
$7.90 – $12.90Fennel is a flowering plant species from the carrot family. It is used as a herb in cooking for its flavour and aroma. Its leaves and fruits are edible and bear similar aromatic compound as Star Anise. Fennel seeds are known for relieving flatulence, regulate appetite, boost metabolism, reduce gas and stress, as well as detoxify the body.
Dried Couch Grass
$7.90 – $12.90Couch Grass, also known as Elymus Repens, is a common perennial species of grass native to Europe and Asia. It is listed as an invasive weed but its leaves and roots are used to make medicine known for treating constipation, cough, high blood pressure, and kidney stones.
Dried Parsley
$9.90 – $14.90Parsley is a popular seasoning herb that can be found in grocery stores or easily grown in your own home garden. It can be used as a garnishing herb or added as a seasoning to replace sodium intake. Parsley is known to be high in anti-oxidants, helps prevent kidney stones, promotes blood sugar, as well as regulate menstruation.
Skull Cap
$7.90 – $12.90Skullcap, also known as Scutellaria Baicalensis, is a perennial herb native to Asian countries. The leaves are often used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat insomnia, diarrhea, inflammation, as well as respiratory infections. They are usually sold in powder and capsule form, while its leaves are used to brew tea. Although Skullcap has many benefits, it is not appropriate for everyone and may have side effects such as irregular heartbeat, anxiety, and drowsiness. People with impact liver function should avoid this herb.
Horse Tail
$7.90 – $12.90Horsetail, also known as Equisetum Arvense, is a herb known for its reparative properties in tissue and bone problems. They can be used internally or externally to heal and strengthen the body. Although it is considered a weed, it is packed full of benefits from treating urinary infections to treatment for respiratory issues. Thousands of year ago, the Romans use it to treat kidney and bladder problems as well as arthritis and tuberculosis, while Greeks used it to treat wounds. Horsetail is also known for treating respiratory disorders and restore lung health.
Chicory Root
$7.90 – $12.90The Chicory is a woody perennial herbaceous plant of the dandelion family. They are usually used for salad leaves or their roots as a coffee substitute. Chicory Roots have a rich source of water soluble fiber called Inulin. The Inulin is very often used to replace dietary fat or sugar in processed food although they are not digestible. Chicory is known to prevent diabetes and improve bowel movement. They are also used today for inflammation, swelling and osteoarthritis.
Dandelion Leaf
$7.90 – $40.90Dandelion also known as Taraxacum Officinale, is a stubborn weed plant that usually grows in your lawn or garden. The Dandelion has long been used in medicinal properties, as well as to help in digestion and stimulate appetite.
From root to flowers, the entire Dandelion is edible. It has a chicory-like taste and is slightly bitter. They are rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as vitamins E and B. Dandelion leaf has an earthy and herbarceous flavor, while the root has a smoky and toasty flavor.
Dandelion Root
$7.90 – $40.90Dandelion also known as Taraxacum Officinale, is a stubborn weed plant that usually grows in your lawn or garden. The Dandelion has long been used in medicinal properties, as well as to help in digestion and stimulate appetite.
From root to flowers, the entire Dandelion is edible. It has a chicory-like taste and is slightly bitter. The root is sometimes roasted to create a caffeine-free Dandelion coffee, which is a substitute for individuals who want to drink coffee. Dandelion Root is known to contain antioxidants, helps fight inflammation, aids in bloods sugar control, reduces cholesterol and blood pressure, as well as protects the liver.
Milk Thistle Seeds
$6.90 – $38.90Also known as Mary Thistle or Ho Thistle, the Milk Thistle is a flowering plant that comes from the Daisy family and is often used for natural remedies. Silymarin is an active ingredient in Milk Thistle which is mainly used to treat liver problems, lower cholesterol and help Type 2 Diabetes. Even without any health issues, Milk Thistle can be consumed as a very effective digestive aid to break down animal and trans fat when taking in too much rich fatty foods.
Dried Burdock Root
$6.90 – $38.90Used since the early centuries, Burdock Root is a plant that is harvested for its medicinal qualities and has been used as a remedy for a range of ailments. In the olden days, herbalists use Burdock to help patients to overcome their illness such as alleviate constipation, control arthritis, gout pain, as well as ease stomachache and intestinal disorder. Today, Burdock is used in helping lymphatic drainage, improves digestion, aids in protecting the liver, as well as improves skin problems such as acne.
Ginkgo Leaves
$7.90 – $40.90Known as one of the oldest species of trees in the world which grew as far back as the prehistoric times, the Ginkgo is highly resilient and can thrive for thousands of years. This unique plant has leaves that are shaped like fans and resemble the cerebral cortex two hemispheres when on closer inspection. Both the nuts and leaves are edible and are known for enhancing memory and cognitive functions, improve circulation to the brain, improve blood flow to the eye, and help improve headache and fatigue.
Marshmallow Root
$7.90 – $12.90A perennial herb native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, Marshmallow root is a flowering plant that has been used in herbal medicine for centuries to treat various ailments such as coughs, skin irritation, ulcers, as well as digestive problems. Also known as Althaea Officinalis, the Marshmallow candy’s name is derived from the Marshmallow root as it used to contain its mucilage. However in today’s candy, it only contains gelatin and sugar. Some of the benefits of Marshmallow root include soothing the mucous membranes of the respiratory, digestive and urinary tracts as it’s provide natural mucilage.
Licorice Root
$6.90 – $10.90Also known as Glycyrrhiza Glabra or Sweet Root, Licorice is a root of a plant, which is native to Europe and Asia. Licorice has been used for centuries in health, medicinal, and beverages. In modern days, it is also used to treat eczema, indigestion, colds as well as peptic ulcers. Licorice is also known for its anti-diabetic effect, as it contains anti-inflammatory properties and helps reduce blood sugar.
Nettle Leaves
$7.90 – $12.90Also known as Urtica Dioica, Nettle leaves are a perennial flowering plant that has been used medicinally since as far back as Ancient Greece. The herb is known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial qualities. It contains vitamins B, C and K, as well as amino acids and anti-oxidants, which are known to fight free radicals, detoxify the body, reduce arthritis pain as well as alleviate allergic reactions.
Mulberry Leaves
$7.90 – $12.90Due to its amazing medicinal properties, the Mulberry leaves can be consumed as food and is very often used in traditional Chinese medicine. It is well known particularly for reducing inflammation, lowering abnormally high blood sugar (glucose) levels, blood pressure, and blood lipids. Mulberry leaves are useful in soothing liver, brightening eyes, as well as dispelling wind-heat and moistening the lungs. Its rich chlorophyll content is known to purify the blood, transport an abundance of oxygen to the body, removing waste in the blood, and accelerates body purification.
Dried Stevia Leaves
$6.90 – $38.90Stevia is a plant of the Chrysanthemum family known as Stevia Rebaudiana.The leaves have been used as a sweetener in South America for over hundreds of years. Stevia is 300 times sweeter than regular sugar with a minimal aftertaste, yet it is suitable for sugar-sensitive people, such as diabetics.
According to Dr. Gillian McKeith’s Living Food for Health, Stevia will not cause cavities and is heat-resistant enough for use in baking, cooking, and can help reduce your usual intake of refined sugar.
To replace your sugar intake, you can put it in your coffee or tea, cereals, smoothies, as well as yoghurt. Add a small pinch to your desired taste.