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Chemical constituents of Onion & its importance for health care

Image of OnionsAlthough Allium cepa L. is usually thought of as a vegetable, it also has a long history of medicinal use. Mainly the fleshy bulb that grows below the ground is  used medicinally as well as for food but other parts of the plant also have a place in the traditional medicines. It contain anti inflammatory, anticholesterol, anticancer, and antioxidant components and are considered effective against the respiratory disease, tooth disorders, anemia, skin disorders, ear disorders, cholera, urinary system disorders, bleeding piles common cold, heart disease, and other diseases.

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Essential Plants for Hair Care

In cosmetics, Aloe Vera helps the hair and the skin replenish lost moisture, keeping it hydrated and smooth. Kalamansi is a small citrus fruit that appears as cross between a lemon and lime.  Lawat leaf extracts are traditionally used in the Philippines in preventing hair loss, promoting hair growth and relieving itchiness and skin inflammations.

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Castor (Ricinus communis)

Image of Ricinus communisCastor oil is a natural skin and hair softener and is used to treat skin diseases like ringworm and itching. It also uses in abdominal disorders, colic, enlarged liver and spleen, fever, headache, lumbago, nervous diseases, pain  relief (joints), promote menstrual discharge, promote milk production, rheumatism, sciatica.

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Health Benefits of Coconut Water

Image of CoconutsCoconuts are the fruit of the coconut palm, botanically known as Cocos nucifera. Coconut water only comes from young green coconuts, it is one of the best natural drinks. The coconut is known for being a light moisturizer that also decreases excessive oil on the skin, which could make it beneficial for smoothing out combination skin as well.

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Tribal & Herbal Medicinal Uses of Graviola (Annona muricata)

Image of Annona muricataAll parts of the Graviola (Annona muricata L.) are used in natural medicine in the tropics, including the bark, leaves, roots, fruit, and fruit seeds. Different properties and uses are attributed to the different parts of the tree. Generally, the fruit and fruit juice are taken for worms and parasites, to cool fevers, to increase mother's milk after childbirth, and as an astringent for diarrhoea and dysentery.

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Uses of mesquite (Prosopis spp.)

Image of MesquiteMesquite leaves were once used medicinally; water infused with the leaves can be used as eye drops. The bean pods of the mesquite can be dried and ground into flour, adding a sweet, nutty taste to breads, or used to make jelly or wine.

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Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia)

Image of GuduchiGuduchi is a considered a bitter tonic and powerful immuno-modulator. It is regarded as a blood purifier and liver protector. It is considered helpful in eye disorders and promotes mental clarity. It balances high pitta conditions.

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Some Winter Skin Care Tips

Image of Neroli and Borage

For a beautiful and healthy skin during winter you  need  protective hydrolipid barrier;  protect and balance your skin, and moisturize; protect skin against UV-light.

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Medicinal and pharmacological activities of Papaya

Papaya juice, shoots and latex cab be used in herbal medicine and it has been in global use as both food and medicine. The fruit juice is regarded as a medicine in all countries where the tree is found and the milky juice of the unripe fruit is thought to possess powerful anthelmintic properties, particularly against roundworms.

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Fiddleneck is harmful to horses as well as other animals

Image of FiddleneckFiddleneck (Amsinckia menziesii or Amsinchkia intermerdia) is a flowering plant which has gently curling top like that of a fern. They are poisonous plants which have spread widely through regions over the years. When it comes to poisonous plants and pets the Fiddlenecks are thought to be harmful to horses as well as other animals.

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Garlic (Allium sativum)

Image of GarlicGarlic's most common uses as a dietary supplement. Garlic is also used to prevent certain types of cancer, including stomach and colon cancers. The platelet and hypolipidemic activities of Garlic ensure smooth coronary function.

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