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ADAPTOGENS, so defined because adaptogenic herbs increase the immune function by increasing T-cells that boost immune resistance, can give energy formulas that focus on sleep apnea, stamina and endurance, recovery from physical activity, the protection of vital organs from stress, M.S., acceleration of the rehabilitative processes, type C hepatitis, chronic fatigue syndrome and other immune deficiency diseases the extra edge they need to be effective in increased physical and mental work capacity. Adaptogens increase the functional reserves of the cardiovascular system, stimulate normal biosynthesis of protein and nucleic acids and ihhibit free-radical oxidation. Korean White Ginseng is one of the best known tonic herbs. See: ACANTHO ROOT, CHINESE MONGOLIA VINE, CINNAMON ROSE, GINSENG, GOLDEN ROOT, MANCHURIAN THORN TREE, MARAL ROOT, SCHIZANDRA and/or URAL LICORICE ROOT. Product information.

ADRENAL, see: ASTRAGALUS, SARSAPARILLAS and/or LICORICE.

ADDICTIONS - SMOKING, see: CAYENNE, CREAM OF TARTAR, GOLDEN SEAL, LOBELIA, OATS, and/or SKULLCAP - COCAINE WITHDRAWAL, see: OATS.

AFRICAN GINGER (See: GINGER)

AGATE Worn as a protective stone against: spiders and scorpions (red); Disease of the eye (green); Evil Eye (brown). The brown agate additionally makes victory for the warrior, protects against all poisonous reptiles, wins love, gives riches, happiness, health and long life.

THE AGING PROCESS is a conceptual idea which in some societies is interpreted as The older you get, the better, and wiser. In those societies, to grow old is to become glamorous and enviable because the elders are elders; in charge and responsible to mentor and initiate the youth into manhood, or womanhood respectively. The aging process is biologically translated into living life in its fullness, with all of its responsibilities and obligations intact rather than irresponsibly and often prematurely dying of old age for lack of anything else to do. (See further PREMATURE COGNITIVE COMMITMENT note on page 73).

Stop Aging Now! : The Ultimate Plan for Staying Young and Reversing the Aging Process by Jean Carper, Paperback, 384 pages, Published by Harperperennial Library, 1996, ISBN: 0060985003

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PREMATURE AGING, see: CALCIUM, FOLATE, VITAMINS A, B-2, B-6, C and E, CALCIUM, FOLATE, FO-TI, GINKGO and/or RNA, SELENIUM.

AGING OF TISSUE due to oxidation, see: SELENIUM and/or PREMATURE AGING entries.

AIDS, see: ASTRAGALUS, ECHINACEA, GARLIC and/or ST. JOHN'S WORT. (Also see: HIV, IMMUNE SYSTEM and/or COMMON HERBAL IMMUNE SYSTEM STIMULANTS entries).

AIR POLLUTANTS, see AZALEA, CORN PLANTS, CHRYSANTHEMUM, DRACAENA, FERN, GEBRA DAISY, GOLDEN PATHOS, IVY, PALMS, PEACE LILY, PHILODENDRON, SNAKE PLANT, and/or SPIDER PLANT which are commonly grown as a household plants to help clean indoor air. Also see ALFALFA, APPLE, BETA CAROTENE, BURDOCK, CYSTINE, CELERY, CRANBERRY, GARLIC, GINKGO, HABBATUL BARAKAH, KELP, MARJORAM, OLIVE OIL, ORANGES, SPINACH, SUMA and/or CHOLINE, VITAMIN A, C, E, NIACIN, THIAMIN, IRON, RIBOFLAVIN and/or SELENIUM and ZINC. And see ANTIOXIDANTS (GRAPE SEED PYCNOGINALS and PINE BARK PYCNOGINALS as an agent in combating cancer-causing free-radicals), and/or COMMON HERBAL ANTITOXINS entries. Also note commentary relating to CATARACTS, and the MINERAL COMPLEX TRACE MINERALS entry.

ALANINE (an amino acid) is an important source of energy for muscle tissue, the brain, and central nervous system; strengthens the immune system by producing antibodies; helps the metabolism of sugars and organic acids.

AMA - Residual impurities deposited in the cells as a result of improper digestion. Also mental ama - Impure or negative thoughts and moods. Also see the Amerikan Medical Association which appears to be operating within the bounds of the medical establishment for the sake of pure greed alone.

ALEXANDRITE A variety of Chrysoberyl. Shows green by day and red by artificial light. A parlor games and majickq show show stopper.

ALLERGIC SKIN DISORDERS, see: IODINE and/or IRON, and LICORICE, MA HUANG, NETTLE and/or SCHIZANDRA. Also see STEVIA.

ALFALFA (La. Medicago sativa; Sans/Hin. Lasunghas; Muxu or Zimu) LEAF, MINT and SEED is an excellent source of VITAMIN A for new cell growth; VITAMIN B-12 and NIACIN; VITAMIN E, an antioxidant; VITAMIN K, for vitality; CALCIUM for strong bones, and is high in TRACE MINERALS. When combined with LECITHIN GRANULES, KELP, and PSYLLIUM, alfalfa is useful in the treatment of HIGH CHOLESTEROL and ARTERIOSCLEROSIS problems. For ARTHRITIS sufferers, when alfalfa is combined with COMFREY, DANDELION, and YELLOW DOCK, an improved comfort level is attained. ALFALFA LEAF as a tea is generally beneficial for aiding STOMACH ailments, ULCER conditions, WATER RETENTION, PAIN and STIFFNESS. When combined with CHAMOMILE, CORN SILK, FENUGREEK and HYSSOP, alfalfa tends to be an ENERGY booster. When alfalfa is combined with BOLDO LEAVES, DAMIANA, SENNA, YELLOW DOCK and YERBA SANTA, BACKACHE, BLOATING, CATARRH, GAS HEADACHE, INDIGESTION, LOSS OF APPETITE and RHEUMATISM is relieved. Alfalfa is used to treat kidney stones and to relieve fluid retention and swelling; a mild diuretic, is also an estrogen precursor for menopause. ALFALFA TEA aids digestion.

ALFALFA SPROUTS, few calories, no fat and no sodium to speak of.

AKEBIA STEM (DR.C) ACTION CAPS - AKEBIA STEM, ALISMA TUBER, ATRACYKIDES RHIZOME, CAMELLIA LEAF, CASSIA SEED, CNIDIUM, MAGNOLIA FLOWER, SILER.

ALLERGIC RHINITIS, see: MA HUANG and/or NETTLE.

ALLERGIC SKIN DISORDERS, see: IODINE and/or IRON, and LICORICE, MA HUANG, NETTLE and/or SCHIZANDRA.

ALLERGIES, see: CHAPARRAL, EYEBRIGHT, GOLDEN SEAL, MA HUANG and/or NETTLE.

ALMONDS (Amygdalus communis - Vatatma - Ba Dan Xing Ren) are high in ZINC, necessary for cell growth; may be used as a SALT SUBSTITUTE and are a useful ingredient in ERECTION ENHANCEMENT formulas when combined with pounded and sifted HABBATUL BARAKAH and CANADIAN PINE grain, and drunk with HONEY. Also see: ALMOND OIL, AMYRIS GILEADENSIS, BEE POLLEN, CAMEL FAT, CARDAMOM SEEDS (of the large species), CASSIA, CINNAMON, COPPER, CUBEB PLANT ROOT, DAMIANA, GALL of a JACKAL, GARLIC, GINKGO, GINSENG, GOTU KOLA, HISTIDINE, IODINE, IRON, MADJOUN, MASTIC TREE BERRY, OCTACOSANOL, OYSTER EXTRACT, RAW PROSTATE, SARSAPARILLAS, SAW PALMETTO, SELENIUM, SENNA, RED (CHILI) PEPPER, ROYAL JELLY, RAW TESTICULAR and/or NUTS. And see: VITAMINS A, B-3, B-12, B-15, C and/or E. And see: MALE POTENCY entries. ALMOND scent, particularly when combined with VANILLA reduces ANXIETY. For additional information see various AROMA THERAPY entries. Also see BLADDER IRRITATION and/or INFECTION entry. The Chinese use ALMOND OIL as a local anesthetic and muscle relaxer.

ALO VERA GEL (Kumari - Lu Hui) and YELLOW JUICE works best fresh from the plant, and used as a common herbal ANTISEPTIC; promotes healthy skin, encourages WOUND HEALING, including BURNS; when combined with POWDERED COMFREY ROOT and HONEY (optional), relief from CHAPPED LIPS and COLD SORES may also be found. Aloe is useful in the prevention of and treatment for CANCER (also see: COLON CANCER; LUNG CANCER; PROSTATE CANCER), COLON problems, CONSTIPATION, GUMS, HERPES, KIDNEY problems, LUNGS, MOUTH, STOMACH problems, SKIN ABRASIONS and IRRITATIONS, and extreme SUNBURN, including RADIATION and the effects of RADIATION THERAPY, and reduces the further spread of POISON OAK or IVY. Aloe is an excellent cleanser for the colon; a stool softener, and is a good wash for PILES and HEMORRHOIDS. Aloe prevents HAIR LOSS; cures STOMACH disorders, INSOMNIA and HEADACHES. Aloe may also be used as a common herbal ANTIBIOTIC for a variety of fungal problems. Aloe, internally as a tea, and externally is used for removing human scent. Aloe is also a rich source of CALCIUM, IRON, MANGANESE, MAGNESIUM, NIACIN, PHOSPHORUS, RIBOFLAVIN, THIAMIN, VITAMIN A, VITAMIN B-12, VITAMIN C and ZINC. Also see the use of GREEN ALOES and/or AMBERGRIS in making magical spells that bring about restriction. .

Aloe Vera : Nature's Soothing Healer by Diane Gage, Reprint Edition, Paperback, Published by Healing Arts Press, 1996, ISBN: 0892816279

Aloe Vera, Jojoba and Yucca by John Heinerman, Paperback, Published by Keats Publications, 1982, ISBN: 087983269X

Aloe Myth Magic Medicine : Aloe Vera Across Time by Odus M. Hennessee, Bill R. Cook, Paperback, Published by Universal Graphics, 1989, ISBN: 1878491008

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ALLSPICE BERRIES, a spice commonly used in food preparation; may be used as a SALT SUBSTITUTE. See CHICKEN SOUP.