Buckthorn Seed
T Traditional useRhamnus cathartica
Anthraquinone-containing fruits with a very strong laxative effect. Used only short term and at low doses for occasional constipation.
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Buckthorn Seed (Rhamnus cathartica)
T Traditional useAnthraquinone-containing fruits with a very strong laxative effect. Used only short term and at low doses for occasional constipation.
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Buckthorn berries were once also used to make yellow and green dyes.
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Sage
T Traditional useSalvia officinalis
Sage leaf is traditionally used as a gargle for mouth and throat inflammation, for mild indigestion and for excessive sweating.
Frankincense (Olibanum)
B Limited clinical evidenceBoswellia sacra / Boswellia serrata
The resin of the Boswellia tree. Standardised extracts are backed by limited clinical studies for pain and mobility in knee osteoarthritis.
Hawthorn
T Traditional useCrataegus spp.
Hawthorn leaf and flower are traditionally used for palpitations linked to mild anxiety, after a doctor has ruled out serious heart disease.
Rhodiola
T Traditional useRhodiola rosea
Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea) extract is traditionally used to relieve symptoms of stress such as fatigue and exhaustion in adults.
Sandy Everlasting
T Traditional useHelichrysum arenarium
Traditionally taken as a tea for digestive complaints with a feeling of fullness and bloating. Not recommended with gallstones or liver disease.
Anise
T Traditional usePimpinella anisum
Aniseed tea is traditionally used for mild digestive complaints such as bloating and wind, and for cough that comes with a cold.
Argan Oil
C Laboratory / animal evidenceArgania spinosa
An oil from the kernels of the Moroccan argan tree, rich in vitamin E and unsaturated fatty acids. Used to moisturise skin and hair.
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Linden
T Traditional useTilia cordata, Tilia platyphyllos
Linden (lime) flower tea is traditionally used to relieve symptoms of the common cold and mild symptoms of stress in adults and older children.
Ginger
A Strong clinical evidenceZingiber officinale
Powdered ginger root taken before travel may help prevent motion-sickness nausea; it is also traditionally used for mild indigestion.
Echinacea
A Strong clinical evidenceEchinacea purpurea
Juice pressed from fresh echinacea plants may help with short-term prevention and treatment of colds. Dried echinacea tea is not covered.
Rose Hip
B Limited clinical evidenceRosa canina
A fruit rich in vitamin C. A special rose hip powder helped reduce pain in knee and hip osteoarthritis in small clinical studies.
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Horse Chestnut
A Strong clinical evidenceAesculus hippocastanum
Standardised horse chestnut seed extract may help chronic venous insufficiency with swollen, heavy, aching legs; never eat raw conkers.
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Horse Chestnut
Standardised horse chestnut seed extract may help chronic venous insufficiency with swollen, heavy, aching legs; never eat raw conkers.
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Vine Leaf
A Strong clinical evidenceVitis vinifera
Vine leaf extract may help chronic venous insufficiency with swollen, heavy legs; vine leaf tea is used traditionally for heavy legs.
Horse Chestnut
A Strong clinical evidenceAesculus hippocastanum
Standardised horse chestnut seed extract may help chronic venous insufficiency with swollen, heavy, aching legs; never eat raw conkers.
Alder Buckthorn Bark
A Strong clinical evidenceFrangula alnus
Frangula bark is a stimulant laxative for short-term relief of occasional constipation. Use for 1 week at most; not under 12 or in pregnancy.
Saw Palmetto
A Strong clinical evidenceSerenoa repens
Saw palmetto fruit extract may help urinary symptoms of benign prostate enlargement; raised INR has been reported with warfarin.
Echinacea
A Strong clinical evidenceEchinacea purpurea
Juice pressed from fresh echinacea plants may help with short-term prevention and treatment of colds. Dried echinacea tea is not covered.
Ginkgo Leaf
A Strong clinical evidenceGinkgo biloba
Standardised ginkgo extract may help age-related cognitive decline and mild dementia; bleeding risk and interactions call for caution.
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