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1. Herbal Aphrodisiac Love Foods Nutrients for Libido September 13, 2009 Since thousands of years, people all around the world use herbs for various purposes. There are many herbs that are commonly used as kitchen herbs to make food delicious, aromatic and healthy. Some of these herbs have wonderful healing properties. There are many medicinal herbs that are widely used to treat common ailments like cough, cold, etc. Apart from all these uses, herbs due to their aphrodisiac properties are used as a love food to improve libido. Licorice is a flavorful herb with purple flower, spices and a root that contain a sweet substance used as Aphrodisiacs. It is taken alo... (read more) Author: Anna Patrick

2. Reasons For Natural Remedies For Menopause August 03, 2009 Some natural remedies for this event can be tackled right at home. Beet juice is highly effective in the treatment of menopause. A dosage of 60-90 ml three times a day can help with the symptoms. Vitamin C, B6 and pantothenic acid should be taken. Licorice can also be used as a treatment, usually just one teaspoon. It is also noted that 50-100 units of Vitamin E is widely recommended. 700-800mg of Evening Primrose can also be combined with other treatments to effectively assist in the symptoms of menopause. While many believe that taking up an exercise regime or continuing one can be grea... (read more) Author: Ryan English

3. TEN THINGS YOU NEVER KNEW ABOUT LICORICE June 29, 2009 o It's called 'Panda' Licorice because licorice roots are a real panda's favourite snack. o Celebrity licorice devotees include Tom Hanks, Lindsay Lohan, Brad Pitt, Anne Hathaway, Kevin Spacey, Madonna and experimental TV chef Heston Blumenthal. o The British Army issued licorice bars to all its soldiers during the Second World War after they discovered Japanese troops fighting in the jungle used it to quench their thirst. Hannibal also gave it to his 'war elephants' to give them enough energy to carry him and his army across the Alps. o British soldiers fighting the Taliban in ... (read more) Author: Jack Thomson

4. LOVELY LICORICE - IT'S THE GRANDFATHER OF HERBS "HEALTHY FACTS AND FIGURES"v June 29, 2009 1 Licorice was one of the most widely known medicines in ancient history, and records of its use include Assyrian tablets of around 2000 BC and Chinese herbals of the same period. 2 Theophrastos of Lesbos, writing in the fourth century BC wrote that 'it has the property of quenching thirst if one holds it in the mouth'. Dioscorides gave the plant its botanical name (Greek glukos = sweet, riza = root). 3 It's 13th century English name was Lycorys, a corruption of glycyrrhiza. The plant originated in the Mediterranean and the Middle East, but has been cultivated in Europe since at ... (read more) Author: Jack Thomson

5. Motorola W181 simple candy-bar phone June 23, 2009 Motorola W181 is a sleek licorice and sterling blue candy bar phone with chrome navigation wheel. It is an entry level mobile phone with the basic functions of phone and entertainment. The price and functions tally with each other’s requirements. Company has given a sleek and trendy vibrant look to the handset to provide its customer all the necessary functions operational in style. As phones are just indispensable parts of comfortable living, so a chic looking down to earth phone plays an important role amongst majority of persons living in the society. Motorola is famous with its... (read more) Author: Fuizy Martin

6. Children's Birthday Cake Decorating Design June 11, 2009 Below are a few birthday cake decorating ideas that will help make your child’s birthday a very memorable occasion. - Candy Land Cake: Make a standard sheet cake in your child’s favorite flavor, in a rectangular pan. When it is cool, frost it with buttercream frosting in your child’s favorite color. If you can get your hands on a Candy Land game board, you will be able to fashion the cake decorating to resemble the board. You can also go to Candyland.com to see a game board. The Candy Land game features peppermints, iced gingerbread men, colored gumdrops, licorice sticks, chocolate c... (read more) Author: Ma. Camille Heimbrod

7. Panda Licorice May 27, 2009 As the qualities of panda licorice are enormous, few of them is to get your body have healthier nutrition without having tasteless substitutions. A hard worker body and a stressed mind need it to gain its level of high productivity and reduce stress. The other benefit of using panda licorice is that it's fat free. So you need not to be worried about being fatty and its natural herbs helps you maintain your calorie needs. Panda Licorice contains less than 1% of fat and only 310 cal/100 g and low Cholesterol which is too low as compared to ordinary chocolate. It's available in vegetarian form a... (read more) Author: Jack Thomson

8. Land of licorice - help you to find delicious delights around the world May 27, 2009 Land of Licorice: Today in the era of internet we all want everything on our fingertips. The world is shirked to our thumb and fingers .Almost everything is merely a click away from us. Then how good it would be if we get all those things of joy and health at just one click. Yes we are talking about Licorice-The Panda Licorice. Panda Licorice is the best choice for those who want some real, delicious, natural and healthier stuff and who care for themselves. Licorice - 'The bunch of delights' are available in Licorice Bars, Licorice Candy, Licorice extracts. It has the wonderful power of natur... (read more) Author: Jack Thomson

9. Ayurveda Colon Cleansing Herbs: A Detox Miracle May 26, 2009 In the West we use colon cleansing herbs like slippery elm bark, marshmallow, rhubarb and licorice root, peppermint leave, fennel and flax seed. In the East, in India Ayurvedic medicine uses just one: triphala. Ayurveda means life science or the science of life (Ayur means life and Veda means science). Many thousands of years ago ayurvedic medicine was written down in Sanskrit (the ancient language of India). In fact not only did this include detailed descriptions and their use of hundreds of herbs but even how to perform various surgeries such as cesarean section and cosmetic surgery! T... (read more) Author: Sandra Fierling

10. Read how all the products of panda are fulfill their customers need May 19, 2009 As the qualities of panda licorice are enormous, few of them is to get your body have healthier nutrition without having tasteless substitutions. A hard worker body and a stressed mind need it to gain its level of high productivity and reduce stress. The other benefit of using panda licorice is that it's fat free. So you need not to be worried about being fatty and its natural herbs helps you maintain your calorie needs. Panda Licorice contains less than 1% of fat and only 310 cal/100 g and low Cholesterol which is too low as compared to ordinary chocolate. It's available in vegetarian form a... (read more) Author: Jack Thomson

11. Gastric reflux - natural remedies to a painful condition April 14, 2009 Gastric reflux (Heartburn ) is a painful or burning sensation in the upper abdomen or chest, sometimes radiating to the back causing heartburn. The acid reflux may reach the throat and mouth - It tastes sour and burns. Some people have difficulties breathing and suffer from hoarseness because the refluxed fluid irritates the larynx an. It is not pleasant at all and those that suffer from it have to constantly watch what their intake is to prevent painful evenings. Excess belching is common.Gastric reflux has been attributed to an unhealthy lifestyle and from a recent survey, 20% of western inh... (read more) Author: Peter White

12. Acid reflux - a review of Heartburn No More: a holistic cure for acid reflux April 14, 2009 Jeff Martin – Medical researcher, nutritionist and member of the American Holistic Health Association has written the Heartburn No More book; a 150 page book focussing on 100% natural acid reflux treatment. Here, we review the contents of his book:The interesting thing about Jeff is that he cured himself of his severe GERD condition using nothing but holistic and natural cures rather than conventional medicines. Hence, if you are looking for recommendations for prescription drugs, you will be disappointed.Also a point to note: Jeff’s acid reflux treatment plan is not a quick fix ‘fairy tale’ c... (read more) Author: Peter White

13. Effective Benefits and Uses of Holy Basil April 10, 2009 Basil is by far one of the most popular herbs, noted for both its wonderful flavor and its lovely form and color. Describing its flavor is not easy; sweet and pungent, it can taste of lemon, licorice, mint, even cinnamon! The plants come in many colors, from bright green to deep purple. Although it is grown for flavor, some are used as ornamentals. Most basils are native to Africa, Asia and India where they are grown as perennials. Tulsi finds great importance in respiratory tract disease. It gives marvelous results in upper respiratory tract infection (URTI). As mentioned earlier that it... (read more) Author: peterson bran

14. Medicinal Chinese Herbs Online March 13, 2009 Medicinal Chinese herbs have been around for centuries and many of today’s drugs are derived from them. Some examples of those are medicines used to treat asthma, hay fever as well as those that are employed to treat the immune system. Many of the modern medicines utilized ingredients from ancient medicinal Chinese herbs such as dong guai, ginger, ginseng, licorice, cinnamon and others. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is different from Western scientific-based treatment as they view good health when the state of the body is in proper equilibrium. Hence the use of herbal medications an... (read more) Author: Ernest Tang

15. Herbs for Arthritis - Heal Arthritis Pain with Herbs March 05, 2009 Arthritis is a condition which many people suffer from and sometimes they do not even know that they have it. If you are experiencing pain and stiffness in any of your joints then it is essential that you see a doctor as soon as possible. There are a number of different types of arthritis and so it is important to know exactly which type you actually have. Many herbs have been utilized in the treatment of joint pains for centuries. Some of the very commonly used herbs for arthritis are alfalfa, angelica, black snakeroot, black rockweed, burdock, devil's claw, feverfew, ginseng, hawthorn, ... (read more) Author: John Adison

16. Herbs For Congestion: Natural Supplements That Act As Expectorants February 12, 2009 Sure, being achy and feverish is no fun when you have a cold or the flu, but sneezing and coughing up thick phlegm is the least attractive symptom. There is an entire aisle dedicated to loosening the mucus, but you don't want to take a lot of over-the-counter products chock full of drugs. Luckily, there are natural herbal supplements that act as expectorants to help clear your lungs and sinuses. Here are some of the more common herbs for congestion: Licorice- When it comes to clearing out your passages, this herb is way better than just an ingredient in candy. It has been used for th... (read more) Author: Andrew Stratton

17. Herbs For Diabetes September 29, 2008 Since antiquity, herbs have been used to treat diabetes symptoms and root causes. Particularly in Chinese medicine where such common plants as dandelion and licorice root as well as ginseng has been used for centuries. Herbs for diabetes, when used under the care of a naturopathic practitioner can quite possibly cure Type I Diabetes and hold off the onset of Type 2 Diabetes. Other herbs for diabetes are efficacious in treating symptoms rather than root causes. Generally, any herb that strengthens the pancreas or liver will be helpful for diabetes treatment. Herbs for diabetes include Pte... (read more) Author: Jingyu bai

18. Pastis: Enjoying France's Licorice Liquor July 29, 2008 If you're planning a trip to the south of France this summer, hopefully you'll take the time to sit in a small village café/bar in the warm, late afternoon and soak up the sights and sounds of Provence. You'll hear the buzzing of the cigales (cicadas) and perhaps in the distance you'll see game of boules (France's popular outdoor bowling game) slowly unfolding amongst the village men. If you look around at what the locals are drinking, you'll see quite a few slowly sipping a glass of milky pastis. This licorice flavored alcohol is very popular in the south of France, especially in the reg... (read more) Author: Kim Steele

19. Herbs for Hair Care and Healthy Hair December 07, 2007 You may try a wide range of shampoos, conditioners and serums to give your that lustrous sheen and that healthy bounce. You can also try herbs to do the same for you. There are lots of natural herbs for hair available or in fact being used since hundreds of years by the different countries all over the world. The list of regularly used herbs includes Aloe, Arnica, Birch, Burdock, Catmint, Chamomile, Horsetail, Licorice, Marigold, Nettles, Parsley, Rosemary, Sage, Southernwood, Stinging nettle, Psoralea seeds, Mulberries and Oyster. Soy is also equally important in preventing the hair loss. ... (read more) Author: Francis Adam

20. A Must Read About Absinthe, Liquor With A Difference October 28, 2007 Absinthe is a great liquor of French origin. It is called "La Fee" there. And the meaning of "La Fee Verte" is "The Green Fairy" in reference to the very dazzling green color of Absinthe. Absinthe was created by a Dr Ordinaire using Wormwood in combination with several other herbs that gave Absinthe its licorice flavor. The Ingredients Of Absinthe The main ingredient of Absinthe is Wormwood; other herbs that are combined with Wormwood for making Absinthe are veronica, fennel, licorice, anise, lemon balm and angelica. This cocktail of herbs produces a unique liquor of exceptiona... (read more) Author: Jackson Neshah

21. Halloween - Edible Bugs and Bones October 05, 2007 You know it is Halloween when bugs and bones show up on the dinner table. Here are some recipes that you can make for that special Halloween gathering.Chocolate Spiders1 package (12 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips2 cups (half a bag) miniature marshmallowsthin black licorice whipsmini M&MsMelt chocolate in the microwave just until melted. I usually put it the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring well after every 30 seconds. The chocolate should not be too hot or else it will melt the marshmallows. Add the marshmallows to the chocolate and mix well, until the marshmallows are completel... (read more) Author: Jill Borash

22. Licorice Root Extract - Multipurpose Natural Acne Ffighter June 23, 2007 Licorice root and licorice root extract has been utilized for medicinal purposes and consumption for thousands of years. The most common and well known use for licorice is to relieve upset stomachs however licorice root extract has been found to possess anti inflammatory properties and be able to clear up skin issues such as acne. Licorice root grows freely throughout portions of Asia and several European countries. Extract and other licorice supplements are made from the roots as well as the underground stems of the licorice plant. Licorice is a perennial plant with an extensive rooting ... (read more) Author: 10acne.com -

23. Licorice And Its Tasty History May 11, 2007 Licorice. Just the word by itself evokes certain memories in each of us. Now imagine tasting some licorice right now; yum! In fact licorice has been enjoyed throughout the ages by pharaohs, kings, and people like you and I! Licorice comes in more varieties than the candy vines, it is used in teas, medicine, booze, food, and all sorts of candy. Let's take a look at how licorice has become such a delectable treat worldwide. Now, licorice wasn't always used in candy of course, it was often put into a drink consumed by the ancient Egyptians. Often time warriors would use licorice because ... (read more) Author: rob tendick

24. PC-SPES - Medicinal Uses, Interactions, Side Effects, Dosage February 24, 2007 PC-SPES PC-SPES (PC stands for prostate cancer; SPES is the Latin root for hope) is a mixture of concentrated extracts of eight primarily Chinese herbs: Dendranthema morifolium (chrysanthemum; ju hua), Ganoderma lucidum (reishi mushroom; ling zhi), Glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice; gan cao), Isatis indigotica (dyer's woad; da ging ye), Panax pseudoginseng (sanchi ginseng; san qi), Rabdosia rubescens (rabdosia; dong ling cao), Scutellaria baicalensis (baikal skullcap; huang qin), and Serenoa repens (saw palmetto). Uses and Benefits: In the early 1990s, Dr. Sophie Chen, a chemist, formulated ... (read more) Author: Steve Mathew

25. Licorice - Medicinal Uses, Interactions, Side Effects, Dosage February 23, 2007 Licorice There are several flowering plants whose roots provide the well-known product known as licorice or liquorice. Glycyrrhiza means sweet root, a tribute to the plant's intense sweetness. The best and sweetest product comes from warmer countries in Europe, such as Italy and Spain. The main commercial plant is Glycyrrhiza g/abra (also called Liquiritiae officinalis or L. radix). Less sweet products come from G. ura/ensis (Chinese licorice), which grows in Asia and Turkey, and G. glandulifera, the source of Russian licorice. Uses and Benefits: Licorice has been in use for thousands of ... (read more) Author: Steve Mathew

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