Ginkgo Leaf (Premium Grade) 24% Flavonglycosides\6% Triterpenes Powdered Extract (Ginkgo biloba; Bai Guo Ye) 1 kg (2.2 lbs): Q
Can be used as an infusion, decoction, extract, tincture, food additive and supplement. Medicinal use of Ginkgo leaf tea is ancient in Chinese herbal medicine. It helps clear the mind and improve the power of concentration. Modern clinical trials have demonstrated the usefulness of ginkgo in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, age-related cognitive decline and depression. Ginkgo's flavone glycosides and terpene lactones do indeed increase circulation to the brain and other parts of the body as well as exerting a protective action on nerve cells. The unique terpene lactone components found in ginkgo are known as ginkgolides and bilobalide. Ginkgolides apparently improve circulation and inhibit platelet-activating factor. Bilobalide protects the cells of the nervous system. Recent animal studies indicate that bilobalide may help regenerate damaged nerve cells. One double blind study found that ginkgo could help people with macular degeneration, an oxidation-related disorder causing decreased or lost vision. Ginkgo’s antioxidant activity in the brain and central nervous system may help prevent age-related declines in brain function. The brain and central nervous system are particularly susceptible to free radical attack. Free radical damage, that is, oxidation damage, in the brain is widely accepted as being a contributing factor in many disorders associated with aging, including Alzheimer’s disease. The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy and Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute for Drugs recommends a dry extract from the dried leaf of Ginkgo biloba for '(a) symptomatic treatment of disturbed performance in organic brain syndrome within the regimen of a therapeutic concept in cases of demential syndromes with the following principal symptoms: Memory deficits, disturbances in concentration, depressive emotional condition, dizziness, tinnitus, and headache.' '(b) Improvement of pain-free walking distance in peripheral arterial occlusive disease in Stage II of Fontaine (intermittent claudication) in a regimen of physical therapeutic measures, in particular walking exercise. (c) Vertigo and tinnitus (ringing in the ear) of vascular and involutional origin.' 'The following pharmacological effects have been established experimentally: Improvement of hypoxic tolerance, particularly in the cerebral tissue. Inhibition of the development of traumatically or toxically induced cerebral edema, and acceleration of its regression. Reduction of retinal edema and of cellular lesions in the retina. Inhibition in age-related reduction of muscarinergic cholinoceptors and 2-adrenoceptors as well as stimulation of choline uptake in the hippocampus. Increased memory performance and learning capacity. Improvement in the compensation of disturbed equilibrium. Improvement of blood flow, particularly in the region of microcirculation. Improvement of the rheological properties of the blood. Inactivation of toxi |
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Grape Skin 20% Polyphenols Powdered Extract 5 kg (11 lbs): Q
Used as a dietary supplement, either as a food additive or encapsulated, 100-300 mg per day. Grape Skin extract contains a mix of substances, some of which are found in grape seeds and some in red wine. These substances include nonbioflavonoid polyphenols (derivatives of cinnamic and benzoic acid) and bioflavonoid polyphenols (collectively known as Proanthocyanidins or 'PCOs' for procyanidolic oligomers). One of these ingredients, resveratrol, was found to have antiplatelet aggregating activity. Red wine has gotten a lot of press recently, sometimes being called the 'French Paradox.' The reason for this is that, while Frenchmen have a high-fat diet, they have one-third as many heart attacks as American men, although they have similar high cholesterol and blood pressure levels as their American counterparts. The main reason for this effect are the bioflavonoid polyphenols (see also Grape Seed Extract) from the grape skin, not the alcohol content of the wine. A recent study shows that a particular polyphenol in grape skins, resveratrol, inhibits blood platelet aggregation. The difference between red and white wine is that red wine is fermented with the grape skins, while white wine has the skins removed prior to fermentation. So, red wine contains the beneficial resveratrol, while white wine does not. This is one way that red wine consumption protects the heart. PCOs are a special class of water soluble bioflavonoids that are potent antioxidants. In some comparative tests, PCOs were found to be 50 times more potent than Vitamin E and 20 times more potent than Vitamin C. The oxygen atom, which in a stable state has four pairs of electrons, becomes unstable when it loses an electron. An oxygen atom with seven electrons is referred to as a free radical. Free radicals quickly attach themselves to body tissues in order to stabilize themselves. The free radical takes an electron from the membrane of a body tissue and by doing so, produces yet another free radical, which then is obliged by its charge to seek out another electron - in your body. What results is a cascade of oxidations - literally rusting body tissues. Free radical oxidation is a contributory factor in much chronic degenerative disease. PCOs protect skin from sun damage. Many European skin creams feature grape seed extract as an aid to skin elasticity. PCOs help keep collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid healthy by blocking enzymes that disrupt their chemical structure. This can be of profound use to theose who suffer from eczema and psoriasis. PCOs prevent blood platelet stickiness better than aspirin, and thus can be of significant help to those with heart problems. PCOs are commonly prescribed by physicians in Europe for various disorders that are likely to benefit from increased blood flow, such as diabetes, leg cramps and varicose veins. PCOs support capillary strength. Weak capillaries can contribute to bruising, elastin and collagen dysfunction, ede |
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Bilberry Whole (Vaccinium myrtillus) 1 lb: C
This is Starwest's nitrogen-flushed double wall silverfoil pack. Also called Whortleberry, Huckleberry and European Blueberry. The blue-black berry is creamy white inside. Bilberries, a principal food of the grouse, are a staple of sweet European haute cuisine for sauces, glazes, mousses, syrups, chutneys, jams, jellies, cobblers, pies, cakes and tarts. Here's a couple of simple Bilberry recipes: Bilberry Tart ½ lb pastry 2.2 lb bilberries 2 spoons sugar Line a pie-dish with the pastry. Fill with fruit. Bake in the oven and dust with sugar when cooked Bilberry Jam Soak and soften dried fruit, drain, crush in pan with wooden spoon, add juice of 1 lemon to each 2 lbs bilberries and simmer until soft. Add warmed sugar, 1½ lbs to each 2 lbs fruit. Boil to setting point. Pot and cover. Medicinally, bilberry is used as an infusion, decoction, extract and tincture. The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy and Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute for Drugs recommends Bilberry for 'Nonspecific, acute diarrhea. Local therapy of mild inflammation of the mucous membranes of mouth and throat.' 'Dosage: Internal: Daily dosage 20 - 60 g. External: 10 percent decoction; equivalent preparations. Mode of Administration: Dried drug for infusions, as well as other galenical preparations for internal use and local application. Duration of Administration: If diarrhea persists for more than 3 - 4 days, consult a physician. Action: Astringent.' The dried berries and leaves have been recommended for scurvy, urinary tract infections, kidney stones and diarrhea. Modern research on bilberry was kick-started by British World War II pilots, who noticed that their night vision improved when they ate bilberry jam prior to night bombing raids. The plant appears to assist the retina, the light-sensitive part of the eye, in adjusting quickly to both dark and light. Research has shown that this is probably a result of the plant's anthocyanosides, which have antioxidant properties and appear to boost oxygen and blood delivery to the eye. In one study of 50 patients with age-related cataracts, it was found that taking bilberry extract along with vitamin E supplements stopped the progression of cataracts in nearly all of the participants. The study did not, however, isolate the effects of the vitamin from the bilberry. But bilberry has also shown promise in the treatment of other eye disorders, such as diabetic retinopathy and pigmentary retinitis, so bilberries and eyes seem to go together. Anthocyanosides also appear to strengthen collagen, the protein that provides support to healthy connective tissue. Anthocyanosides help larger blood vessels maintain good circulation throughout the body. A 1988, single-blind, placebo-controlled study of this herb included 60 patients with poor circulation (venous insufficiency). The results showed that bilberry extract decreased the participants' discomfort when taken over a period |
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Bilberry Whole: Cert. Organic (Vaccinium myrtillus) 1 lb: C
This is Starwest's nitrogen-flushed double wall silverfoil pack. Also called Whortleberry, Huckleberry and European Blueberry. The blue-black berry is creamy white inside. Bilberries, a principal food of the grouse, are a staple of sweet European haute cuisine for sauces, glazes, mousses, syrups, chutneys, jams, jellies, cobblers, pies, cakes and tarts. Here's a couple of simple Bilberry recipes: Bilberry Tart ½ lb pastry 2.2 lb bilberries 2 spoons sugar Line a pie-dish with the pastry. Fill with fruit. Bake in the oven and dust with sugar when cooked Bilberry Jam Soak and soften dried fruit, drain, crush in pan with wooden spoon, add juice of 1 lemon to each 2 lbs bilberries and simmer until soft. Add warmed sugar, 1½ lbs to each 2 lbs fruit. Boil to setting point. Pot and cover. Medicinally, bilberry is used as an infusion, decoction, extract and tincture. The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy and Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute for Drugs recommends Bilberry for 'Nonspecific, acute diarrhea. Local therapy of mild inflammation of the mucous membranes of mouth and throat.' 'Dosage: Internal: Daily dosage 20 - 60 g. External: 10 percent decoction; equivalent preparations. Mode of Administration: Dried drug for infusions, as well as other galenical preparations for internal use and local application. Duration of Administration: If diarrhea persists for more than 3 - 4 days, consult a physician. Action: Astringent.' The dried berries and leaves have been recommended for scurvy, urinary tract infections, kidney stones and diarrhea. Modern research on bilberry was kick-started by British World War II pilots, who noticed that their night vision improved when they ate bilberry jam prior to night bombing raids. The plant appears to assist the retina, the light-sensitive part of the eye, in adjusting quickly to both dark and light. Research has shown that this is probably a result of the plant's anthocyanosides, which have antioxidant properties and appear to boost oxygen and blood delivery to the eye. In one study of 50 patients with age-related cataracts, it was found that taking bilberry extract along with vitamin E supplements stopped the progression of cataracts in nearly all of the participants. The study did not, however, isolate the effects of the vitamin from the bilberry. But bilberry has also shown promise in the treatment of other eye disorders, such as diabetic retinopathy and pigmentary retinitis, so bilberries and eyes seem to go together. Anthocyanosides also appear to strengthen collagen, the protein that provides support to healthy connective tissue. Anthocyanosides help larger blood vessels maintain good circulation throughout the body. A 1988, single-blind, placebo-controlled study of this herb included 60 patients with poor circulation (venous insufficiency). The results showed that bilberry extract decreased the participants' discomfort when taken over |
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Eyebright Herb 4:1 Powder 1/4 lb bottle: HE
This herb is BULK DISCOUNTED in our 10 lb & 25 lb bulk packs. To find the bulk packs, just copy and paste the herb name into our Search, or refer to our Bulk By The Kilo & Ton category. We use only 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose ''00'' capsules for all of our encapsulated products. We offer both bulk powder and capsules. Obviously our bulk bottles are bulk powder, not capsules, but the capsule weight is included to give you a way of judging the recommended dosage. Eyebright - Botanical Extract 4:1 -- Approximately 600 mg. each capsule. 1/2 teaspoon of powder is about equal to one capsule. Powder can be consumed by sprinkling it over your food or mixing it with a syrup such as maple or chocolate. You could also mix it with orange juice. The citric acid in the orange juice will help to mask any unpleasant powder tastes. Other common names: Euphrasia, Ocularia, Red Eyebright, Meadow Eyebright For bright eyes, try Eyebright! This nutrient-rich herb has been used for centuries to ease eyestrain, conjunctivitis, sore and runny eyes, and is also thought to relieve allergies and hay fever. Eyebright is an antioxidant that fights free-radical damage and promotes overall eye health. History: Eyebright is a creeping herb with small, scallop-edged, spotted white flowers and a black center, somewhat resembling a bloodshot eye. Its botanical genus, Euphrasia, includes about 450 species of herbaceous flowering plants that are semi-parasitic on grasses. Many species may be found in alpine or sub-alpine meadows where snow is common. Flowers usually are borne terminally and have a lower petal shaped like a lip. Some species have yellow markings on the lower petal to act as a guide to pollinating insects. It is a delicate annual plant that is difficult to grow and reaches a height of only about eight inches. The plant attaches itself by underground suckers to the roots of neighboring grass plants and drains nutrients from them, and to be cultivated, Eyebright must be given nurse or host plants upon whose roots it may feed. There are several species of Eyebright that may be used interchangeably, including Euphrasia officinalis, Euphrasia stricta and Euphrasia rostkoviana. Eyebright was first introduced into medical literature in the works of the pioneering naturalist, St. Hildegard (1098-1179), and was also recorded as a medicinal herb for ''all evils of the eye'' in the fourteenth century. However, its legendary use is said to go back to the beginning of time. Eyebright's genus name and alternate name, Euphrasia, is derived from the Greek, euphrosyne, meaning ''good cheer.'' Certainly, Eyebright brought euphoria and good cheer to Adam when the Archangel, Michael, used the herb to cure him after he was afflicted with blindness for eating the forbidden fruit in Milton's Paradise Lost. For centuries, Eyebright has been the herb of choice for various diseases of the eye and has also been used since the Middle Ages as a ton |
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Eyebright Herb Powder 1 lb bottle: HE
This herb is BULK DISCOUNTED in our 10 lb & 25 lb bulk packs. To find the bulk packs, just copy and paste the herb name into our Search, or refer to our Bulk By The Kilo & Ton category. We use only 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose ''00'' capsules for all of our encapsulated products. We offer both bulk powder and capsules. Obviously our bulk bottles are bulk powder, not capsules, but the capsule weight is included to give you a way of judging the recommended dosage. Eyebright - Botanical Powder -- Approximately 600 mg. each capsule. 1/2 teaspoon of powder is about equal to one capsule. Powder can be consumed by sprinkling it over your food or mixing it with a syrup such as maple or chocolate. You could also mix it with orange juice. The citric acid in the orange juice will help to mask any unpleasant powder tastes. Other common names: Euphrasia, Ocularia, Red Eyebright, Meadow Eyebright For bright eyes, try Eyebright! This nutrient-rich herb has been used for centuries to ease eyestrain, conjunctivitis, sore and runny eyes, and is also thought to relieve allergies and hay fever. Eyebright is an antioxidant that fights free-radical damage and promotes overall eye health. History: Eyebright is a creeping herb with small, scallop-edged, spotted white flowers and a black center, somewhat resembling a bloodshot eye. Its botanical genus, Euphrasia, includes about 450 species of herbaceous flowering plants that are semi-parasitic on grasses. Many species may be found in alpine or sub-alpine meadows where snow is common. Flowers usually are borne terminally and have a lower petal shaped like a lip. Some species have yellow markings on the lower petal to act as a guide to pollinating insects. It is a delicate annual plant that is difficult to grow and reaches a height of only about eight inches. The plant attaches itself by underground suckers to the roots of neighboring grass plants and drains nutrients from them, and to be cultivated, Eyebright must be given nurse or host plants upon whose roots it may feed. There are several species of Eyebright that may be used interchangeably, including Euphrasia officinalis, Euphrasia stricta and Euphrasia rostkoviana. Eyebright was first introduced into medical literature in the works of the pioneering naturalist, St. Hildegard (1098-1179), and was also recorded as a medicinal herb for ''all evils of the eye'' in the fourteenth century. However, its legendary use is said to go back to the beginning of time. Eyebright's genus name and alternate name, Euphrasia, is derived from the Greek, euphrosyne, meaning ''good cheer.'' Certainly, Eyebright brought euphoria and good cheer to Adam when the Archangel, Michael, used the herb to cure him after he was afflicted with blindness for eating the forbidden fruit in Milton's Paradise Lost. For centuries, Eyebright has been the herb of choice for various diseases of the eye and has also been used since the Middle Ages as a tonic an |
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