Astragalus

Parts used: Root

Properties: Adaptogen, alterative, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, aphrodisiac, cardio alternative, diuretic, hypotensive, immune-stimulant

Primary nutrients: Iron, magnesium, silicon, Zinc

Combinations containing Astragalus:  Canine products:  19 Bld Klnz, 24 Immune Support, 34 Al-R-G Support, 37 Kidney Support

Astragalus has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years as an energy tonic and to enhance the immune system.  Studies by the American Cancer Society show the positive effects of Astragalus on the immune systems of the cancer patients tested.  It also has antiviral properties that are both preventative and defensive.

Burdock

Parts used: Root

Properties: Alterative, antineoplastic, anti-rheumatic, blood purifier, demulcent, diaphoretic, vulnerary

Primary nutrients:  Carbohydrates, copper, iodine, iron, PABA, protein, silicon, sulfur, vitamins A, B-complex, C, E, and P, zinc

Combinations containing Burdock: Equine Products: 11 Brain & Nerve Support, 18 Joint Support, 19 Bld Klnz, 20 Keep Cool, 27 Liver Support, 28 Pituitary Support, 39 Endurance  Canine products: 11 Brain & Nerve Support, 18 Joint Support, 19 Bld Klnz, 22 Respiratory Support, 27 Liver Support,34 Al-R-G Support, 36 Skin & Coat

Burdock is known as one of the best blood purifiers of all herbs.  Modern scientific research has uncovered diuretic properties and tumor inhibitors in Burdock in studies done on animals.  Burdock may also inhibit mutation-causing chemicals that can lead to cancer.

Devils Claw

Parts used: Root

Properties: Alterative, anti-inflammatory, anti-lithic, anti-rheumatic, blood purifier, diuretic, stimulant

Primary nutrients: Calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, protein, selenium, silicon, sodium, zinc

Combinations containing Devils Claw: Equine Products: 9 Inflammaid, 18 Joint Support, 19 Bld Klnz, 23 Laminae Support  Canine products:  18 Joint Support, 19 Bld Klnz

Devil’s Claw has traditionally been used for arthritis, rheumatism, diabetes, arteriosclerosis, liver disorders, and kidney and bladder problems.  Highly regarded in treatment for inflammatory conditions such as arthritis and gout.  Regular use may help to improve hardened vascular walls.

Echinacea

Parts used: Root

Properties: Adaptogent, alterative, antibiotic, antineoplastic, antiseptic, antiviral, blood purifier, carminative, demulcent, digestive, sialagogue, stimulant, vulnerary

Primary nutrients: Aluminum, iodine, iron, sulfur, vitamins C, and E, zinc

Combinations containing Echinacea: Equine Products: 9 Inflammaid, 11 Brain and Nerve Support, 19 Bld Klnz, 20 Keep Cool, 22 Respiratory Support, 24 Immune Support, 25 INF-X, 28 Pituitary Support, 32 Nolasix, 39 Endurance Canine products: 10 Foundation, 19 Bld Klnz, 25 INF-X

Echinacea was used by Native Americans for toothaches, snakebites, insect stings, headaches, swollen glands, infections, and stomach cramps.  Echinacea is known best for being an immune booster by stabilizing the white blood cell count in the body.  One of the greatest benefits of Echinacea may be its ability to help prevent and shorten the duration of a cold and flu.

Garlic

Parts used: Root bulb

Properties: Adaptogen, alterative, antibiotic, anticoagulant, antifungal, antineoplastic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, blood purifier, diaphoretic, digestive, expectorant, stimulant, vulnerary

Primary nutrients: phosphorus, potassium, selenium, sodium, sulfur, thiamine, vitamins B-complex

Combinations containing Garlic: Equine Products: 11 Brain & Nerve Support, 12 Feet & Bone Support, 13 Herbal Wormer, 19 Bld Klnz, 22 Respiratory Support, 23 Laminae Support, 24 Immune Support, 25 INF-X, 32 Nolasix, 33 HRP, 37 Kidney Support  Canine products: 12 BTC, 13 Herbal Wormer, 19 Bld Klnz, 24 Immune Support, 25 INF-X

Garlic has been used for thousands of years by the Hebrews, Greeks, Romans, Chinese, and Egyptians.  Native Americans used garlic for abdominal cancer.  Although, historically the main use of garlic has been to treat colds, coughs, toothaches, earaches, diarrhea, infection, arteriosclerosis, headaches, dandruff, tumors, worms, and hypertension.  Garlic is nature’s antibiotic, and is a health-building and disease-preventing herb.

Ginger

Parts used: Root

Properties: Alterative, antacid, anti-inflammatory, carminative, diaphoretic, diuretic, febrifuge, sialagogue, stimulant

Primary nutrient: Aluminum, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, vitamin C

Combinations containing Ginger: Equine Products: 9 Inflammaid, 17 Kolik Eaz, 18 Joint Support, 26 Thyroid Support, 28 Pituitary Support, 30 Digestive Support, 32 Nolasix, 39 Endurance  Canine products:  18 Joint Support, 19 Bld Klnz, 22 Respiratory Support, 26 Thyroid Support, 30 Digestive Support, 35 Skin & Coat

Ginger has been used for thousands of years for colds, nausea, and indigestion.  Ginger was introduced to America in the sixteenth century by the Spaniards.  Ginger is a blood stimulant and cleansing herb.  It is also known to help with respiratory problems, kidney problems, inflammation, arthritis, high cholesterol, liver problems, and motion sickness.  Although, it is probably best known for its positive effects on the gastrointestinal system to dissipate gas.

Ginkgo

Parts used: Leaves

Properties: Adaptogen, alterative, antioxidant, antiseptic, stimulant

Primary nutrients: Bioflavonoids, calcium, chromium, niacin, selenium, zinc

Combinations containing Ginkgo: Equine Products: 11 Brain & Nerve Support, 28 Pituitary Support   Canine products: 11 Brain & Nerve Support, 19 Bld Klnz, 22 Respiratory Support

Ginkgo is often used to increase the blood flow to the brain, improving memory problems, and to increase blood circulation through vasodilation.  The ability of ginkgo to boost brain function has been documented extensively.

Pau d’ Arco

Parts used: Inner bark

Properties: Adaptogen, alterative, analgesic, antifungal, antimicrobial, antineoplastic, antiviral, astringent, blood purifier

Primary nutrients: Calcium, cobalt, silicon, zinc

Combinations containing Pau d-Arco: Equine Products: 9 Inflammaid, 11 Brain and Nerve, 19 Bld Klnz, 28 Pituitary Support, 29 LCR  Canine products: 19 Bld Klnz, 24 Immune Support

Pau d’ Arco has become a well-known herb for healing and protecting the body from disease.  It is found in the inner bark of the red lapacho tree, grown in the Andres Mountains.  There is some evidence of antitumor properties in Pau d’ Arco.  It seems to be a powerful alterative and blood builder.  It gives the body greater vitality by increasing the resistance to disease.  Pau d’ Arco is often referred to as the “everything” herb because of its uses for many disorders.

Red Clover

Parts used: Aerials

Properties: Alterative, antibiotic, antispasmodic, blood purifier, nutritive, sedative, stimulant, vulnerary

Primary nutrients: Calcium, copper, magnesium, manganese, nickel, tin, vitamins A, C, B-complex, F, and P

Combinations containing Red Clover: Equine products: 9 Inflammaid, 19 Bld Klnz, 24 Immune Support  Canine products:  19 Bld Klnz, 24 Immune Support, 34 Al-R-G Support, 36 Skin & Coat

Red Clover has been used for treating cancer, bronchitis, nervous conditions, spasms, and toxins in the body.  Herbalists consider it to be a blood cleanser and recommend this mild herb in formulas when using a cleansing program.  Studies indicate Red Clover contains some antibiotic properties beneficial against several bacteria.  Researchers at the National Cancer Institute have found anticancer activity in Red Clover.  While the use of Red Clover as a cancer treatment has not been validated, research continues and is promising.

Slippery Elm

Parts used: Inner bark

Properties: Antacid, antineoplastic, demulcent, emollient, expectorant, mucilant, nutritive

Primary nutrients: Calcium, copper, iodine, niacin, selenium, vitamins A, F, K, and P

Combinations containing Slippery Elm: Equine products: 10 Maintenance, 13 Herbal Wormer, 14 Mare Fertility, 16 Power Dust, 17 Kolik Eaz, 18 Joint Support, 19 Bld Klnz, 21 Bright Eyes, 23 Laminae Support, 25 INF-X, 29 LCR, 30 Digestive Support, 31 Mare Moods, 33 HRP, 39 Endurance  Canine products: 10 Foundation, 13 Herbal Wormer, 16 Power Dust, 19 Bld Klnz, 30 Digestive Support

Slippery Elm was known by Native Americans and early colonists as a valuable survival food.  They used the inner bark as a salve externally for burns and wounds.  It was used for colds, coughs, sore throats, wounds, as a poultice to bring boils to a head, and bowel complaints.  Many herbalists call it one of the most valuable remedies in herbal practice.  It contains as much nutrition as oatmeal.  It has been used mainly to treat GI problems, such as stomach and intestinal ulcers, soothing the stomach and colon, indigestion, acidity, and to lubricate the bowels.