Female Health

March 22, 2018

Neroli (Citrus aurantium) Research

Latin Name: Citrus aurantium Family: Rutaceae RESEARCH The listings of research below represent a compilation of scientific articles found on the species, with a very brief overview description of each article/study. Research found is catalogued by therapeutic action. This categorized compilation of research articles does not necessarily imply that there […]

March 29, 2018

Easy Microwave-In-Your-Mug Flax Muffin Recipe

Easy Microwave-In-Your-Mug Flaxseed Muffin Recipe

This Easy Microwave-In-Your-Mug Flaxseed Muffin Recipe tastes yummy for a quick breakfast treat. And it’s good for you! Here are some possible health benefits to eating flax. Flax could help lower cholesterol levels. A few human studies have shown it to help with cholesterol. In one study, flaxseed lowered cholesterol […]

April 1, 2018

Hops (Humulus lupulus) Research

Latin Name: Humulus lupulus Family: Cannabinaceae Hops have been used to brew beer for over 1,000 years. Native Americans believed in the herb to help with insomnia and pain of the teeth, ears, and joints. Further, the bitter taste of hops has been used to stimulate digestion. Modern research has […]

April 3, 2018

Peppermint (Mentha piperita) Research

Latin Name: Mentha piperita Family Name: Lamiaceae There is a significant amount of research on peppermint (Mentha piperita). It has shown to be beneficial as a digestive aid, respiratory aid, and to relief inflammation and muscle spasm and tension. It’s menthol constituent has shown analgesic activity. It has also shown antimicrobial, […]

April 4, 2018

Chamomile German (Matricaria recutita) Research

Latin Name: Matricaria recutita or Chamomilla recutita Family: Asteraceae Chamomile has been used to calm the mind and soothe the skin. People have used it as a folk remedy for wounds, to reduce itching, and to help with inflammation. The dried herb is also commonly ingested as a tea to help with […]

April 6, 2018

St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum) Research

Latin Name: Hypericum perforatum Family: Hypericaceae RESEARCH The listings of research below represent a compilation of scientific articles found on the species, with a very brief overview description of each article/study. Research found is catalogued by therapeutic action. This categorized compilation of research articles does not necessarily imply that there […]

April 8, 2018

A variety of herbs have been shown to help with female health issues such as menstrual pains, menopause, and more. Recipes to Help with Female Health Blog Articles RESEARCH The listings of research below represent a compilation of scientific articles found on the topic, with a very brief overview description […]

April 17, 2018

Anethole / Anise Camphor / Trans-Anethole

Anethole is a phenol methyl ether as found in anise, fennel, and camphor. Anise is over 90% anethole. Trans-anethole is the more abundant and safer anethole isomer, while cis-anethole is more toxic. The cis-anethole isomer is found in very small amounts in fennel and anise. Phenol methyl ethers are similar […]

May 2, 2018

Anise (Pimpinella anisum) Research

Latin Name: Pimpinella anisum Family: Apiaceae Anise seeds have commonly been used as a digestive aid, to help with coughing, reduce menopausal symptoms, and to repel insects. The key anethole constituent comprises over 75% of the essential oil, with a possible estrogenic effect. RESEARCH The listings of research below represent […]

May 2, 2018

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) Research

Latin Name: Withania somnifera Family: Solanaceae Ashwagandha, also called Indian ginseng, has been used to help reduce anxiety, blood sugar levels, and arthritis. RESEARCH The listings of research below represent a compilation of scientific articles found on the species, with a very brief overview description of each article/study. Research found […]

May 4, 2018

Bayberry (Myrica cenifera) Research

Latin Name: Myrica cenifera Family: Myricaceae Bayberry, not to be confused with barberry, is a small aromatic evergreen tree that has been used in folk medicine for the common cold, congestion, and sore throat, fever and to treat wounds. RESEARCH GENERAL ACHS. (2017). Course Material: Herb502: Bayberry Monograph. Retrieved from www.achs.edu. Natural […]

May 4, 2018

Bergamot (Citrus aurantium var. bergamia) Research

Latin Name: Citrus aurantium var. bergamia (Risso) Family: Rutaceae Bergamot oil comes from the pressed peel and sometimes fruit of the bitter orange tree. Its aroma is fresh, herbal, and citrus-like. The aroma in research has been found to be calming, and the oil has shown to be antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-nociceptive and […]