Alfalfa (Medicago sativa): The whole herb is used medicinally to help stop bleeding to benefit the kidneys and as a general tonic. It is a good laxative and a natural diuretic. It is a folk remedy for arthritis and is reputed to be an excellent appetite stimulant. Alfalfa possesses extremely high nutritional value. An excellent [...]

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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 [...]

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