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Kava Kava ~ Botanical Name: Piper methysticum Affects the brain and other parts of the central nervous system. Commonly used to calm anxiety, stress, restlessness and helps treat insomnia. Kava Kava has traditionally been used and continues to...

Kelp ~ Botanical Name: Ascophyllum nodosum A great source of nutrients with a high iodine content and can be added easily to any diet.  Sprinkle it on entrees, soups, salads and it makes a marvelous drink in the form of a "green smoothie". Also...

Lady's Mantles ~ Botanical Name: Alchemilla vulgaris Traditionally used as a "Woman's Healing Herb." It contains salicylic acid and has sedative properties that help to alleviate cramps and painful menstruation. Cuts, scrapes and burns can be treated...

Lavender ~ Botanical Name: Lavandula officinalis Used for bathing, cooking, ingredient in perfume, healing wounds and a natural insect repellant. Promotes both a healthy mood and healthy circulation. The scent of lavender has shown to have positive...

Lemon Balm ~ Botanical Name: Melissa officinalis A member of the mint family, possessing a pleasant aroma, strikingly similar to that of lemon. Can be taken as a tea or added to skin ointments. It has also been approved in supporting the...

Lemon Peel ~ Botanical Name: Citrus limon A rich source of immunity-boosting vitamin C.  Contains a spectrum of vitamins, minerals and fiber that can give your menu a nutritional boost.   A aromatic addition to add to herbal recipes,...

Lemon Verbena ~ Botanical Name: Aloysia citriodora A tonic for the nervous system, promotes overall nervous system health. In tea form combats both depression and stress.  Also particularly effective in relieving digestive tract spasm,...

Lemongrass ~ Botanical Name: Cymbopogon citratus Universally used in tea blends for its flavor and lemony scent with a hint of rose aroma. Has a positive effective on the body’s ability to use Vitamin A. Widely used to alleviate certain...

Licorice Root ~ Botanical Name: Glycyrrhiza glabra One of the most widely used medicinal herbs worldwide and is the single most used herb in Chinese medicine today. Can help promote a healthy bowel and inflammation of the digestive system.  For...

Linden leaf & flower ~ Botanical Name: Tilia europaea Traditionally used to treat a variety of ailments including high blood pressure, headaches, migraines,  digestive complaints, colds and flu. Its soothing properties help to reduce...

Lobelia ~ Botanical Name: Lobelia inflata Used to treat asthma, allergies, whooping cough, congestion and bronchitis.  Useful for tobacco withdrawal as an herbal remedy to quit smoking. Also known as Indian tobacco because it contains lobeline,...

Lungwort ~ Botanical Name: Pulmonaria Officinalis Traditionally used to treat various lung disorders, such as asthma, coughs and tuberculosis. Lungwort is an astringent (contracts tissues), diuretic (increases urine flow) and expectorant (clears...

Lycii (Goji) Berry ~ Botanical Name: Lycium chinense A nutrient Yin tonic used in Chinese medicine as a “cooling tonic”. Used to increase strength, longevity, libido and overall health. These fruits are valued for their...

Maca ~ Botanical Name: Lepidium meyenii Often called "Peruvian Ginseng," high in minerals (calcium, potassium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and zinc), sterols, up to 20 essential fatty acids, lipids, fiber, carbohydrates, protein and amino acids...

Mandrake Root ~ Botanical Name: Mandragora officinarum A magical plant and relative of Belladonna is believed to possess many magical powers. The root and leaves are used to make medicine for treating stomach ulcers,  constipation, asthma, hay...

Marshmallow Leaf & Root ~ Botanical Name: Althaea officinalis Used for mild respiratory symptoms, including cough and sore throat. The leaves and roots both contain mucilaginous and antibacterial properties that has a soothing effect on inflamed...

Matcha Green Tea Powder ~Matcha is a green tea produced from shade grown tea leaves and milled into a fine powder. It has a smooth, refreshing, slightly sweet flavor with a vibrant green color and silky texture.High in antioxidants and nutrients that...

Meadowsweet ~ Botanical Name: Filipendula ulmaria A natural remedy to treat arthritis, muscle aches & pain. Helps treat colds, flu, fever, digestive problems including diarrhea in children. Cools inflamed eyes when cold infusion is applied. Wild...

Menthol Crystals ~ These crystals are a 100% natural product that originate from Mint essential oil extraction. Menthol crystals come from freezing the base concentrate oil from a common mint, Mentha arvensis. From here the crystals are commonly...

Milk Thistle ~ Botanical Name: Silybum marianum A medicinal herb particularly that which is associated with healthy liver support and hepatitis. Can be used in combination with Dandelion Root which squeezes the liver of toxins while Milk Thistle...