Gentian root (Gentiana lutea) is used in Europe for treating indigestion, heartburn, flatulent colic and intestinal gas. Gentiana lutea (Bitterwort, Yellow gentian) is a perennial plant native to Europe. Gentian root has been used in Europe as a herbal medicine…
Dittany of Crete is an old European healing herb for digestive disorders, menstrual cramps, wounds and skin care. Dittany of Crete (Origanum dictamnus) has aromatic, healing and therapeutic properties. It is traditionally used for food flavouring and medicinal purposes. This…
Cilantro (Coriander, Chinese parsley) is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. Cilantro is used as a spice and herbal medicine for stimulating digestion, relieving gas pains, vomiting and hangover, reducing bad breathe and treating urinary disorders. The fresh leaves…
Chives can be used to stimulate appetite, ease stomach upset, reduce flatulence, clear a stuffy nose, and treat cold. Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) are a member of the same botanical family as onions, scallions, and garlic. Chives are rich in vitamins…
Cardinal flower is used by native Americans to treat stomach aches, colds, croup, nosebleeds, fevers, headaches, bronchial spasms and worms. Cardinal flower (Lobelia cardinalis) is a perennial herbaceous plant with bright red flowers. It is a species of Lobelia native…
Bitter orange (citrus aurantium) is used for nausea, indigestion, heartburn, poor appetite, dysentery, constipation and weight loss. Bitter orange (Zhi ke) is used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). According to TCM, bitter orange is bitter and sour. It targets lung,…
Bay Leaves (Laurus nobilis) can be used to help relieve stomach ulcers, diarrhea, flatulence and colic pain. Bay Leaves are the aromatic leaves of the bay laurel (Laurus nobilis). With the distinctive flavor and fragrance, bay leaves are often used…
Allspice is an aromatic spice. It is commonly used as a digestive stimulant in cooking. Native Americans also use allspice to treat indigestion, gas, flatulence and diarrhea Modern studies suggest that allspice may have effects to fight certain bacteria, viruses…
Egg shells can be used to help treat duodenal ulcer, stomach pain and hyperacidity. It is said that eggshells have effects to relieve pain and reduce hyperacidity. This is a home folk remedy in China. To use egg shells for…
Egg yolk oil is a Chinese folk remedy. It is said to help treat gastric ulcer, chronic gastritis, children’s indigestion, pediatric diarrhea and whooping cough. Egg yolk oil is an oil from chicken egg yolks. To learn how to make…
