Menstruation, also known as a period, is a typical physiological female characteristic that occur in the puberty and continues until the menopause. The menstrual cycle is a sign that a woman is healthy and can reproduce. However, many women experience moderate to severe menstruation problems, including cramps, backaches and headaches, depression, mood changes, sore breasts, irritability, constipation, [...]

Alexanders (Smyrnium olusatrum): The plant was used in ancient days to relieve dropsy. The seeds were often soaked in wine to create a tonic for scurvy when other sources of vitamin C were not available and also to promote menstruation. The root is a diuretic. The crushed leaves or their juice was a soothing and healing treatment for cuts and minor abrasions. It was also used for asthma. These uses [...]

Ai Ye (Artemisia argyi): The leaves have been found to have an antibacterial action, effective against Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus typhi, B. dysenteriae, E. coli, B. subtilis, Pseudomonas etc. A volatile oil extracted from the plant is particularly effective in the treatment of bronchitis and asthma – the oil is sprayed into the throat and takes effect within one minute. The leaves are used [...]