Common Chinese Herbs

Comfrey-It is advised that this herb should not be used for long periods of time. It can help with fractures as a compress or poultice. Some ulcers can be cured with Comfrey, as well as certain respiratory problems.

Dandelion-This is a great way to get your daily dose of potassium. It also helps cleanse the liver and gallbladder. It is also a treatment for constipation.

Echinacea-Sometimes known as coneflower, black Susan, or Sampson root, this helps clear up bacterial and viral infections while strengthening your immune system. It is known as a natural antibiotic and can even be used for rattlesnake bites.

Elderflower-When spring arrives, many allergy suffers may wish they knew about the wonders of elder flower. It can help clear up sinus infections, hay fever, and colds.

Elecampane-This herb commonly grows in Great Britain and mainly focuses on healing coughs, asthma, bronchitis, and chest colds. This an excellent herb to use with children, and in the past has been used for tuberculosis.

Fennel-This is another herb commonly used for cooking, but it can be used to get rid of nasty gas problems and increase your appetite. It also revives tired, sore eyes by using a compress.

Ginseng-This may be extremely familiar nowadays due to the national campaign on television. Ginseng has actually been used for thousands of years to help people revive. Taking ginseng in the long run may help with fertility and longevity. Please check out the ginseng web site at http://www.ginseng.com