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Herbal Supplements
What are the benefits of herbal supplements?
When I think of herbal supplements, I always get reminded of those tarot card readers like Miss Cleo, haha.
For some reason these supplements just remind me of old Zen masters smoking some herb with their long wooden pipes.
Now, just because I'm picturing these psychic readers and ancient health masters, does not mean I don't know the benefits of these supplements.
Herbs have been making people healthier for thousands of years.
The popularity of herbal health supplements has a lot to do with the fact that they are natural products that have been giving positive results time and time
again.
Safety is always a concern with supplements.
These herbs have a very natural and safe aura about them.
This is one of the benefits of these types of supplements.
They are relatively safe, natural, and our bodies can absorb them quite easily.
One of the main benefits is that these act as natural remedies. This is much better than always resorting to pharmaceutical drugs.
Side bar...
There have been reports that people may experience complications when mixing natural
herbs with other medications. Always check with your doctor if you are currently taking other medication.
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Specifically, they can:
- lower cholesterol
- boost memory and concentration
- build up your cardiovascular system
- help increase your energy levels
Here are some of the more popular herbal supplements
Ginseng
I spent some time in South Korea and I must admit... Koreans are pretty healthy when it comes to their nutrition. The men tend to smoke and drink a lot, but
as a country they eat very healthy.
Where I was working, I always had these older Koreans offering me ginseng all the time. They would give me little packs
to take home and make sure I had enough. Ginseng is not the best tasting supplement in the world, but it does have some overall health benefits.
What does Ginseng do?
Bee pollen
Bee pollen has gotten a lot of buzz concerning its health benefits. Although this is not exactly a herb, it has been used for many many years, and today it is known to help with weight
loss, cancer prevention, and enhancing your immune system. It might be best known for increasing your energy and endurance levels.
Bee Pollen Benefits
Bee Pollen Side Effects
Bee Pollen Granules
Echinacea
For most of us, we know echinacea as being the herb that helps us fight off colds. This is probably because of all those echinacea commercials. There are
studies that conclude that this herb can really deter the chances of you catching a cold, while others say it is ineffective.
Gingko biloba
This is one of the oldest types of trees in the world. It has many health benefits and they all come from the leaves of the tree. Gingko has been known to
help lower your blood pressure, fight off disease, and enhance your memory capabilities.
Aloe vera
Aloe vera is probably best known for treating wounds. Every time I get a bad sun burn, aloe vera does it's job in cooling me down, and preventing my skin from
peeling. This herb soothes burns and reduces inflammation.
Benefits of Aloe Vera
Milk Thistle
Milk thistle is a Mediterranean herb that has been used for many years. People who want to keep their liver strong and healthy should take this supplement.
It has the ability to create new liver cells.
Milk Thistle Benefits
Milk Thistle Side Effects
Maca root - Maca plant
Maca plants come from Peru and many people use the supplement for various health benefits. One thing this plant has in common with other herbal supplements is
that it's been used for thousands of years.
Maca Root Side Effects and Benefits
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