Yarrow flowers (Achillea millefolium)*

A well-known medicine used as a diaphoretic, styptic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial agent and diuretic. In addition to controlling bleeding associated with irritable bowel syndrome and gastric ulcers, Yarrow is a common cold and flu remedy, a urinary antiseptic and a useful topical application for cuts, bruises and insect bites.

Shepherd’s Purse herb (Capsella bursa-pastoris)*

Only active as a fresh plant tincture; the dried herb is inert. Shepherd’s Purse is used to treat hypertension, fibroids and urinary tract infections with blood or pus in the urine.

Tienchi Ginseng root (Panax notoginseng)*

An important remedy in Chinese medicine. It increases cardiac blood flow, so it is useful for angina and congestive heart failure. It has a paradoxical effect in that it removes stagnant blood (bruises) and also stops bleeding both topically and internally.

Cinnamon bark (Cinnamomum cassia)*

A wonderful flavoring and spice, as well as a medicinal herb. It is a carminative, styptic and antibacterial agent. It increases the body’s utilization of endogenous insulin.

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