Herbals and herbs that have been around for ages suddenly get attention. This is due to years of research that uncover and prove remarkable cures for serious illnesses by supplementing with vitamins made from pure herbs.

Listed below are some of the latest uses for our beloved herbs of all natural origin.

Curcumin Turmeric

As a healer, Turmeric is very powerful. The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin. Turmeric has been used in India for centuries. It was first used as a dye.

Turmeric is best known for its anti-inflammatory properties, However, recent research has revealed that turmeric is a natural wonder, proving beneficial in the treatment of many different health conditions from various forms of cancer to multiple sclerosis.

Below are 10 reasons to supplement with turmeric:

1. Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, it is a natural treatment for arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

2. Cauliflower combined with curcumin has shown to prevent prostate cancer and stop the growth of existing prostate cancer.

3. Turmeric is a Cox 2 inhibitor, natural painkiller.

4. May prevent melanoma and cause existing melanoma cells to commit suicide.

5. Reduces the risk of childhood leukemia.

6. Natural skin treatment that may help in the treatment of psoriasis and other inflammatory skin conditions.

7. May prevent and slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease by removing amyloyd plaque buildup in the brain.

8. Has been shown to stop the growth of new blood vessels in tumors.

9. Detoxifies the liver.

10. Has shown promise in slowing the progression of multiple sclerosis in mice.

Graviola

The fruit and fruit juice of the Graviola tree are used as a dewormer and to rid the body of parasites, alleviate fevers, to increase production of milk from nursing mothers, and as an astringent for diarrhea and dysentery. The crushed seeds are used as a dewormer and will rid the body of all internal and external parasites.

The bark, leaves, and roots are considered as a natural painkiller, antispasmodic, hypertensive, and a tea is made for various disorders for those purposes.

Graviola has a history of use in herbal medicine circles. In the Peruvian Andes a leaf tea is used for catarrh (inflammation of a mucous membrane), and the crushed seed is used to kill parasites.

In Peru the bark, roots, and leaves are used for treatment of diabetes and as a very effective sedative.

Tribes in the Guyana area use the leaves and bark of the Graviola tree as a sedative and heart tonic.

Brazilians of the Amazon use tea made from the leaves of the Graviola tree for liver problems, and the oil of the leaves and unripe fruit is mixed with olive oil and used externally for neuralgia, rheumatism, and arthritis pain.

The fruit of the Graviola tree or fruit juice is used for fevers, parasites and diarrhea, while the bark or leaves are used as an antispasmodic, sedative, and potent healing powers for heart conditions, coughs, diarrhea, difficult childbirth, asthma, hypertension, and parasites.

Much of the recent research on Graviola has focused on a set of phytochemicals found in the leaves, seeds, and stem that are cytotoxic against various cancer cells.

One study showed an isolated compound in Graviola was beneficial to cleanse the colon of carcinoma cells, showing that it had 10,000 times the potency of Adriamycin, a leading chemotherapy drug.

Natural health practitioners suggest the bark and leaves for many natural remedies, especially for diseases of cardiac nature, natural dewormer, parasite killer, and for disorders of a bacterial nature such as colds and flu, and even cancer.

Silymarin Milk Thistle

Milk thistle's scientific name is Silybum Marianum or Silymarin. Silymarin is found in the fruits of the milk thistle plant.

Listed below are some benefits of supplementing with Silymarin:

Silymarin from milk thistle promotes the growth of some types of cells in the liver. Milk thistle is not used to prevent the Hepatitis C Virus from causing liver disease. Rather, milk thistle is used with the hope that it would minimize the damage to the liver that HCV can cause.

Research also suggests that Silymarin can block various types of toxins from entering and injuring liver cells.

Milk Thistle Silymarin is also an effective antioxidant, which means milk thistle may help fight a destructive chemical process in the body known as oxidation.

Oxidation is the collection of harmful substances produced in the body (called free radicals) that can damage cells. Researchers have found that Milk Thistle Silymarin can prevent these substances from damaging liver cells.

Inflammation of the liver can be controlled by adding Silymarin as a supplement thus preventing swelling of the liver; this may be described as displaying anti-inflammatory properties.

Anyone taking many medications, especially for depression, may find Silymarin as a natural cleanser to rid the body of the toxic effects of taking prescription drugs.

As with any vitamin or supplement, please consult your doctor before taking. Author Beverly Terhune speaks from 35 years of living with Rheumatoid Arthritis and shares her experience, strength & hope on how to lead a healthy, substance-free life.

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