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AYURVEDIC HERB SUPPLEMENTS
Table of ContentsHow Does This Ayurvedic Herb Supplement Improve Wellness?CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEWCertified Organic Hibiscus flower powder(Hibiscus rosa)
Hibiscus is a beautiful, sacred flower commonly used in devotional ceremonies and to make cooling summer beverages. It helps purify the body both physically and spiritually and is useful in disorders associated with the first and second chakra (Yoga of Herbs). Hibiscus promotes the healthy growth of hair and a clear complexion. It also supports the proper function of the kidneys and the female reproductive system.* SUGGESTED USE
AYURVEDIC MEDICINAL BIOCHARACTERISTICS
MEDICINAL PROPERTIES Experiences are Personal
Experiences vary according to the person and constitution. Individual results may vary.
The list of herbal-actions below has not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.Here are the herbal actions of Hibiscus Flower: APPETITE-SUPPRESSANTSuppresses hunger without causing weight gain.RELIEVES-BURNINGHerbs that soothe a burn or reduce an internal burning sensation, such as aloe vera.CONSTIPATIVEAn herb that binds stools / stops diarrhea. When used in excess, these herbs and foods can cause constipation.RELAXES-EYESEases tension in eye muscles, so the eyes feel less strained, often by supporting the liver.RELAXES-SOLAR-PLEXUSSoothes and comforts the muscles of the upper abdomen, reducing any tension or pressure in the solar plexus area.REFRESHINGStimulates and wakes up the body, leaving it feeling cool, fresh, and energized.SKIN-TONICAn herb that strengthens and nourishes skin, improving tone, color, moisture and complexion.ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.ANTICARCINOGENICHerbs that inhibit or prevent the activity of a carcinogen or the development of cancer.STRONG REFRIGERANT An herb or substance that strongly cools the body. Can be helpful in cases of heat conditions. HEMOSTATICAn herb that stops bleeding.ANTIOXIDANTAn antioxidant is a molecule that inhibits oxidation. Oxidation is a chemical reaction that can produce free radicals that lead to a chain reaction causing damage or death to cells. Antioxidants terminate these oxidation reactions.BLOOD-THINNERHerbs that thin the blood. Helpful for people with heart disease or clogged circulation.HYPOTENSIVEAn herb that lowers blood pressure.OPTHALMICBenefits the eyes, vision tonic.STYPTICA herb that contracts tissue or blood vessels. Generally styptics are astringent. They are often used topically as a hemostatic to stop bleeding, or to reduce secretions.DIURETICHerbs that promote urine formation, thereby flushing the kidneys and urinary tract while eliminating any excess water retention. As diuretics reduce water retention, they are often used to reduce blood pressure.CHOLAGOGUECholagogues stimulate the production & release of bile from the liver & gallbladder. This refreshes and cleanses these organs, as well as increases bile in the small intestines.HAIR-GROWTH-TONICAn herb or formula that encourages healthy hair growth.STRONG FLAVONOIDS Flavonoids are a colorful type of polyphenol. As all polyphenols, they have a strong antioxidant effect. Many flavonoids have an anti-inflammatory, and/or antiallergen effect. 
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Hibiscus Flower with these FoodsHibiscus Hibiscus has these Actions in CommonAnticarcinogenic, Blood-thinner, Diuretic, Hypotensive, Refrigerant, Relieves-burning, Antioxidant, Cholagogue, Hair-growth-tonic, Opthalmic, Relaxes-eyes, Skin-tonic, Anti-inflammatory, Appetite-suppressant, Constipative, Hemostatic, Refreshing, Relaxes-solar-plexus, StypticAcai Acai has these Actions in CommonAnticarcinogenic, Cholagogue, Refrigerant, Antioxidant, Hypotensive, Relaxes-eyes, Anti-inflammatory, Appetite-suppressant, Refreshing, Relaxes-solar-plexusHoney Dew Honey Dew has these Actions in CommonRelaxes-eyes, Diuretic, Refreshing, Relieves-burning, Hypotensive, Refrigerant, Appetite-suppressant, OpthalmicCilantro Cilantro has these Actions in CommonCholagogue, Refreshing, Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Refrigerant, Blood-thinner, Hemostatic, StypticPomegranate Pomegranate has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Opthalmic, Styptic, Antioxidant, Refrigerant, Cholagogue, Skin-tonicCarrot Carrot has these Actions in CommonAnticarcinogenic, Diuretic, Skin-tonic, Antioxidant, Hypotensive, Cholagogue, OpthalmicTurmeric Turmeric has these Actions in CommonHair-growth-tonic, Anti-inflammatory, Blood-thinner, Skin-tonic, Anticarcinogenic, Cholagogue, AntioxidantCranberry Juice Cranberry Juice has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Antioxidant, Opthalmic, Constipative, StypticCucumber Cucumber has these Actions in CommonDiuretic, Refrigerant, Hypotensive, Skin-tonic, Anti-inflammatory, OpthalmicCranberry Cranberry has these Actions in CommonConstipative, Styptic, Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Antioxidant, RefrigerantRose Petals Rose Petals has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Refrigerant, Cholagogue, Relaxes-eyes, Hemostatic, StypticCompare Hibiscus Flower with these Herb SupplementsAmalaki Amalaki has these Actions in CommonHemostatic, Opthalmic, Refreshing, Refrigerant, Relaxes-eyes, Anti-inflammatory, Skin-tonic, Antioxidant, Styptic, Hair-growth-tonicAgrimony Agrimony has these Actions in CommonConstipative, Diuretic, Hemostatic, Styptic, Anti-inflammatory, Anticarcinogenic, Antioxidant, CholagogueArjuna Arjuna has these Actions in CommonAntioxidant, Constipative, Diuretic, Hypotensive, Refrigerant, Skin-tonic, Styptic, Anti-inflammatoryBhringaraj Bhringaraj has these Actions in CommonHypotensive, Opthalmic, Skin-tonic, Anti-inflammatory, Cholagogue, Diuretic, Hair-growth-tonic, HemostaticWitch Hazel Witch Hazel has these Actions in CommonHemostatic, Refrigerant, Relieves-burning, Styptic, Anti-inflammatory, AntioxidantYarrow Yarrow has these Actions in CommonHemostatic, Styptic, Anti-inflammatory, Blood-thinner, Cholagogue, DiureticRed Root Red Root has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Blood-thinner, Hemostatic, Refrigerant, StypticCornsilk Cornsilk has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Cholagogue, Diuretic, Hypotensive, RefrigerantBrahmi - Gotu Kola Brahmi - Gotu Kola has these Actions in CommonHair-growth-tonic, Refrigerant, Skin-tonic, Anti-inflammatory, CholagogueGeranium Geranium has these Actions in CommonDiuretic, Hemostatic, Skin-tonic, Anti-inflammatory, AnticarcinogenicAshoka Ashoka has these Actions in CommonConstipative, Diuretic, Hemostatic, Styptic, Anti-inflammatoryTRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSHibiscus Flower may be beneficial for these symptoms. The suitability of any herb supplement for a condition is highly dependent on the individual. Please see your doctor before using this herb supplement to treat a medical condition.WHAT'S NEXT?  |
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