CACAO Theobroma cacao

The polyphenols, proanthocyanidins and catechins in Cacao have antioxidant properties that may reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes.  Cacao acts as a mild aphrodisiac as well as helps fight depression.  Cacao increases serotonin which is a neurotransmitter known to produce "internal bliss".  This may be one of the most common reasons people eat chocolate.  The high magnesium content in Cacao has been shown to help with premenstrual symptoms.

Cacao was shown to be one of the most antioxidant foods, better than prune which is the fruit with the highest antioxidant activity.  Cacao was shown among other things to prevent the oxidation of LDL-cholesterol.
 

CAMU CAMU Myrciaria dubia

The Camu Camu fruit is the highest naturally occurring source of vitamin C and also contains thiamin, riboflavin and niacin and is also rich in bioflavonoids.  Since there is so much vitamin C in Camu Camu, it can be used for any health issues improved by vitamin C including:  circulatory problems; viral infections; high
blood pressure; and upper respiratory infections such as colds and asthma.
 

CARQUEJA Baccharis genist

Carqueja can be used to strengthen stomach and intestinal function.  It helps purge obstructions of the liver and gallbladder.  It helps strengthen digestion and the illeocecal valve and fortifies the blood.  It can also support and tonify the nervous system and increases stomach yin.
 

CASHEW PLANT Anacardium occidentale (or Cajueiro)

Cashew plant has been used in combinations which help diabetes and support the pancreas.  It can also help the body to assimilate and retain electrolytes and minerals.
 

CATUABA Juniperis brasilienis

Catuaba is excellent for the male reproductive organs.  It can increase circulation and libido.   It can be used in cases of impotence.

Catuaba is famous as a stimulant to the nervous system and brain, and is good for giving strength to people with general fatigue.   It helps to eliminate restless sleep and insomnia from hypertension.  It is said to help failing memories.
 

CHAMOMILE Matricaria chamomilla

Chamomile is a slightly bitter herb that helps soothe nerves, increase mental awareness, settle the stomach and promote digestion.  It is used as a tea to calm hyperactive children, menstrual cramps, and asthma.  It is a diuretic and has been used for bladder problems.  It helps with fevers, colds, headaches, insomnia, rheumatism, relieving gas and expelling worms.  Chamomile is good for the liver and lungs and helps reduce jaundice, swelling, and ease withdrawal from drugs.  It acts as a mild laxative and can bring on menses.  It is good for crying, whining babies and helps soothe the pain of teething. Chamomile can be used as a mouthwash for gingivitis and externally for inflammation.
 

CHUCHUHUASI Maytenus krukovit (Peruvian)

CORN SILK Zea mays

Corn silk are the threads at the end of the corn cob.  These strands are sweet and particularly good for the  kidneys, and urinary tract. 

Corn silk contains significant amounts of silica, sodium, potassium, calcium and magnesium phosphates which helps it act as an anti-inflammatory and as a general tonic.  It is soothing to inflamed tissue in the urinary tract, tones the urinary sphincters and may be beneficial for incontinence, bed-wetting and cystitis.  The anti-inflammatory properties of corn silk, along with high levels of minerals, soothe the pain of carpel
tunnel and helps with prostate problems.
 

COSTUS ROOT

Costus root acts on the spleen and large intestine.  It helps ease abdominal pain and is good for dysentery.  It can heighten body awareness and sensitivity, and can enhance libido.
 

DALERGIA WOOD

Dalergia wood can enhance skeletal/muscular reflexes and mobility.
 

DONG QUAI Angelica sinensis (or Dang Gui)

Dong quai is excellent as an all purpose women's herb.  It has been used for centuries in China for regulating the menstrual cycle and easing menstrual pain and cramping.  It can be used to help women regain normal menstrual cycles after taking "the Pill".  It has proven helpful for relieving hot flashes during menopause.

Dong quai can be used for insomnia and blood pressure stability for both men and women.  (The affect on blood pressure can be an overall lowering although sometimes it may rise slightly first, followed by a decline).  It can reduce PMS and may help anemia, suppressed menstrual flow, uterine bleeding, abdominal pain after childbirth, dry intestines, chronic pelvic disorders and constipation and headaches due to blood deficiency.  Dong quai helps the liver utilize more oxygen and therefore can be useful in treating hepatitis and cirrhosis.  It may also help with abnormal protein metabolism.  Dong quai helps dilate peripheral blood vessels, increase circulation, and has been used as a mild laxative.
PRECAUTION: Not to be used during pregnancy.