ATTN:  Anyone interested in living a healthy life!

"I Threw Away
My Reading Glasses
and can read print like this,
Ended Acid Reflux,
and Have Taken
Prescription Drugs Only Twice
Since 1994!"

                        Here's How I Did It 
            With the Help of God's Remedies

Date:  
From: Anne Buchanan
RE: Nourishment for the Body!

Dear Friend,

If you want to live a healthy, victorious life, you have to know which natural health remedies to use.  And you have to have the best herbal products with the highest quality.  The "Best Herb Tips" website is designed to give you the complete spectrum of natural health products from herbal extracts to herb capsules to essential oils -- and more.

The herbs and supplements listed here are ones that I have had my own personal experience with -- mainly because it annoys me when people promote natural health products that they don't use themselves. 

Natural remedies are a gift to us from God, who wants us well.  He has provided a profusion of nutrients for us in many forms in food and in nature.  I am privileged to share God's magnificent creations that He has so generously given to support and maintain our good health.

Please remember that no one at Tri-Cord Solutions is a medical doctor and  we do not prescribe or diagnose any health conditions.   None of the information on this website is intended to diagnose or prescribe for any health conditions and no statements have been analyzed or approved by the FDA.  So, don't read a word of this unless you read, understand, and agree to the Disclaimer and Terms of Use.   

Enjoy!

The only essential oils I use are the ones from Young Living Essential Oils (established by Gary Young). 

I'll be straight with you:  they are expensive compared to many oils you can get on the Internet -- sometimes a lot more.  So why do I choose them?  Because they are truly therapeutic grade quality and I take many of them internally (according to the FDA Food Additive and GRAS list of oils Generally Recognized As Safe).  I would NEVER do that with any other brand.

I also choose them because Young Living establishes farms to grow its own plants.  That means they have control over the quality of the plants from the very beginning all the way from planting the seeds to distilling the oils.  This is an expensive process and is reflected in the price.  But it's also reflected in the top quality of the oils.

Young Living Essential Oils is now expanding rapidly in growing many new varieties of essential oils in Ecuador.  Some of these oils are different varieties of familiar oils, and, therefore, have unique healing qualities due to the special climate and soil conditions in Ecuador.  This is very exciting for all of us.  Once again, God's grace is revealed in the magnificent profusion of healing substances that He has provided for us.  It's hard to comprehend that these plants have been on the earth since creation and we are just NOW finding some of them!

What is the difference between essential oils and herbs?  The essential oil is the "life blood" of the plant.  If you pull a leaf off a tree and break it, you will see and feel a liquid ooze out of the leaf.  That is the essential oil of the leaf.  It's somewhat equivalent to our blood. 

So an herb is the whole plant leaf -- or root -- or flower -- whereas the essential oil is one component of the plant leaf -- or root -- or flower. The essential oil is very potent and the distilling process makes it even more potent.  

Please remember that, since essential oils are extremely potent and fast-acting,  you risk having many contaminants enter your organs and cells if you use oils that are not the highest quality. 

I often use essential oils with my grandchildren.  But be aware that there are warnings against using certain oils on children under the age of two.

Here're my top 14 products:

1)  Thieves essential oil blend.  This is one of my favorite essential oil combinations because it's a super germ killer.  Sometimes I put a drop under each arm before applying crystal stick deodorant.   I use it on my feet if I am being attacked with symptoms of a virus, cold, or flu.  I put a couple of drops in some water and gargle (and then swallow) for a sore throat.  This is one of my favorite oil combinations.  There is also a Thieves Household Cleaner that I really like to use.  It kills bacteria on countertops, etc. without all the toxins of commercial products. And there's a great Thieves Waterless Hand Cleaner that I carry in my purse or pocket instead of those chemical hand-wipes.  And there's Thieves toothpaste!

Company information:
Thieves®: For dietary, aromatic, or topical use. When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat's or rice milk. Diffuse for short periods of time (1/2 hour or less) in the work or home environment. Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Always dilute before applying to the skin or taking internally. Keep out of reach of children.

2)  Di-Gize essential oil blend.  I put a couple of drops externally on my stomach or abdoment for any kind of abdomenal upset.  In extreme cases, I put some drops in an empty capsule and swallow it -- or put some drops in a little water and drink it.  I use it for any kind of digestive upset with my grandchildren, too -- on their feet or tummy.  It works great!

Company information:
Di-Gize™: For dietary or topical use. When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat's or rice milk. Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution not required; suitable for all but the most sensitive skin. Generally safe for children over 2 years of age.

3) Ningxia Red® juice.  This is a juice drink that comes in a bottle.  It's wolfberry juice with many other juices added.  I used to have about 6 pairs of drug-store-variety reading glasses around the house because I couldn't read books, the paper, etc. without them.  Now I read easily without glasses at all -- even the phone book and maps that are written in tiny print like this!   The juice is about the same price as most of the other juice drinks.  But wow!  After 4-5 months to be able to throw out my reading glasses -- what a blessing and worth every penny!

Company information:
NingXia Red® is a naturally delicious, nutrient-infused wolfberry drink that will energize, fortify, and replenish your body. Rich in wide-spectrum antioxidant activity, NingXia Red® has the highest levels of naturally occurring, age-defying S-ORAC activity to help support immune function, cardiovascular health, and nourish the eyes. NingXia Red® also contains lemon and orange essential oils rich in the powerful antioxidant d-limonene to promote healthy liver function. Ningxia wolfberry, the primary ingredient in NingXia Red®, has been cherished for centuries for its health, energy, and longevity benefits. Whole Ningxia wolfberries and other nutrient-dense fruit juices, like blueberry and pomegranate, make NingXia Red® the perfect choice for optimizing wellness and stepping up to a whole new level of health.

The NingXia Red® Promise
NingXia Red® combines the finest Ningxia wolfberries, proprietary "Nutrient-Guard" preparation, and other all-natural, nutrient-dense ingredients to provide dynamic energy and stamina without harmful stimulants (e.g., caffeine, green tea, etc.), key glyconutrients that fuel vital energy systems, unique protein-polysaccharides that help sustain proper immune function, highest levels of naturally occurring, age defying S-ORAC activity, and a great taste with no sugary "junk-juices" (e.g., apple, white grape, pear, etc.).  Essential nutrients in NingXia Red® also help support the following: Normal cardiovascular function, normal eye health, normal cell growth, and healthy liver function.

5) Peppermint essential oil.  I put a drop on each temple (near the hair line and AWAY from the eyes), on my forehead, and on the back of my neck to banish a headache in seconds.  I put Peppermint on my feet and in a spritzer bottle to spray on my skin to reduce a fever.  I put a drop in water when I am eating in a restaurant.  Peppermint in my water helps to cool me when I am working outside in intense heat.  I put Peppermint in some water to soothe any digestive upset.  

Company information:
Peppermint: For dietary, aromatic, or topical use. When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat's or rice milk. Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution recommended for both topical and internal use. Do not apply neat to a fresh wound or burn. Dilute before using on sensitive areas such as the face, neck, genital area, etc. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid using on infants and very small children.

4) Lemon essential oil.  It stays at my kitchen sink all the time.  I use it to soak fruits and vegetables to get rid of toxins.  It takes off those awful white stickers that seem welded to things you buy in the store.  I use it to get paint off my hands.  I add it to my water if I go out to eat.

Company information:

Lemon: For dietary, aromatic or topical use. When using as a supplement, put one drop in a capsule or in 4 fl. oz. of soy or rice milk. Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution recommended for both topical and internal use. Dilute before using on sensitive areas such as the face, neck, genital area, etc. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid using on infants and very small children. Avoid using on skin exposed to direct sunlight or UV rays. Do not use near fire, flame, heat or sparks.

5)  Lavender essential oil.  I love to use this for any kind of skin problem -- rashes, red places, etc.  

Company information:
Lavender: For dietary, aromatic or topical use. When using as a supplement, put one drop in a capsule or in 4 fl. oz. of rice or goat's milk. Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution not required; suitable for all but the most sensitive skin. Generally safe for children over 2 years of age.

6)  Joy essential oil blend.   I use this instead of perfume.  It smells great and doesn't put toxins in my body the way perfume does.  And when people smell it, it is healing for them instead of causing them to have an allergic reaction.

Company information:
Joy™: For topical or aromatic use. Diffuse; use as a cologne or perfume; apply over heart; or enjoy as a body massage blended with V-6™ Enhanced Vegetable Oil Complex. Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution not required; suitable for all but the most sensitive skin. Generally safe for children over 2 years of age. Avoid using on skin exposed to direct sunlight or UV rays.

7) Trauma Life essential oil blend.  I use this for any bump or bruise or wound.  It's great for the bumps and bruises that happen to my grandchildren, too.

Company information:
Trauma Life™ is a calming, grounding blend of therapeutic-grade essential oils formulated to help release buried emotional trauma resulting from accidents, neglect, the death of a loved one, assault, or abuse.  For topical and aromatic use. Diffuse or apply a few drops to the bottoms of feet, on the chest, behind the ears, on the forehead and at the nape of the neck.  Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution recommended for both topical and internal use. Dilute before using on sensitive areas such as the face, neck, genital area, etc. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid using on infants and very small children.

8)  Oregano essential oil.
9)  Thyme essential oil.
10)  Myrtle essential oil.   I put 3-5 drops of each of these -- oregano, thyme, and myrtle -- in an empty capsule and take this several times a day if I'm being attacked with symptoms of the flu, virus, or cold.  I may add Thieves in the capsule, too.  

Company information:

Oregano (Origanum compactum) is one of the most powerful and versatile essential oils. It contains strong immune-enhancing and antioxidant properties and supports the respiratory system.* Oregano may also be used to enhance the flavor of food. Oregano is also a key oil used in the Raindrop Technique, a massage application of essential oils, which is designed to bring about electrical alignment in the body. The chemo-type of Young Living's Oregano is Carvacrol. Oregano has an approximate ORAC of 153,007 (TE/L). TE/L is expressed as micromole Trolox equivalent per liter.
How to use: For dietary or topical use. When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as soy or rice milk.  Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Always dilute before applying to the skin or taking internally. Keep out of reach of children.

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) has a spicy, warm, herbaceous aroma that is both powerful and penetrating. Known since ancient times as a medicinal herb, thyme contains large amounts of thymol. As a dietary supplement, it is one of the strongest antioxidants known. Thyme supports the immune, respiratory, digestive, nervous, and other body systems.* Thyme may also be used to enhance the flavor of food. Thyme has an approximate ORAC of 159,590 (TE/L, expressed as micromole Trolox equivalent per liter).  For dietary, aromatic, or topical use. When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat's or rice milk.  Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Always dilute before applying to the skin or taking internally. Keep out of reach of children.

Myrtle (Myrtus communis) has a clear, fresh, herbaceous scent, similar to eucalyptus. Supportive of the respiratory system, skin, and hair, it has been researched for its effects on glandular imbalances* and its soothing effects when inhaled. It is also helpful for meditation and lifting the spirit. Myrtle has an approximate ORAC of 253,512 (TE/L).  For dietary, aromatic, or topical use. When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat's or rice milk.  Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution recommended for both topical and internal use. Dilute before using on sensitive areas such as the face, neck, genital area, etc. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid using on infants and very small children. 

11)  Frankincense essential oil.  Sometimes I put a drop on my finger and make a big circle around each eye.  I never, ever put essential oils IN my eye.  Just around the eye area.  

Company information:
Frankincense (Boswellia carteri) has a sweet, warm, balsamic aroma that is stimulating and elevating to the mind.  Frankincense is considered the holy anointing oil in the Middle East, where it has been used in religious ceremonies for thousands of years. More recently, it has been used in European and American hospitals and is the subject of substantial research. Frankincense is also a valuable ingredient in skin care products for aging and dry skin. The ancient Egyptians used it in rejuvenation face masks. Frankincense has an approximate ORAC of 6,125 (TE/L). TE/L is expressed as micromole Trolox equivalent per liter.   For dietary or topical use. When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as soy or rice milk.  Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution recommended for both topical and internal use. Dilute before using on sensitive areas such as the face, neck, genital area, etc. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid using on infants and very small children.

12)  Helichrysum essential oil.  I love this oil for any area of my body that needs healing.  It really helps to promote wound healing.

13)  Essential 7 Kit.   This was my starter kit.  It has Lavender, Peppermint, Lemon, Joy, PanAway, Purification, and Peace & Calming.  

Company information:
PanAway®: For aromatic use. Apply to the bottoms of feet and follow with topical application on location. Rub on temples, back of neck, or forehead, or inhale for a soothing effect. Use with a warm compress along the spine. Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution recommended for both topical and internal use. Dilute before using on sensitive areas such as the face, neck, genital area, etc. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid using on infants and very small children.

Peace & Calming®: For aromatic use. Diffuse in bedrooms, living areas and office. Apply to bottom of feet, wrists and outside of ears. Blend with V-6™ Enhanced Vegetable Oil Complex for a calming massage. Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution not required; suitable for all but the most sensitive skin. Generally safe for children over 2 years of age.

Purification™: For topical or aromatic use. Diffuse, apply topically on location as needed, or put on cotton balls to place in air vents of home, car, hotel room and office. Diffuse and rub on feet for cleansing. Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution not required; suitable for all but the most sensitive skin. Generally safe for children over 2 years of age.

14)  Golden Touch I Kit.  This was my second kit -- and just as vital as the Essential 7 kit.  It has Di-Gize, EndoFlex, JuvaFlex, Melrose, Raven, RC, and Thieves.   Raven and RC are great for coughs and other symptoms that attack the lungs.  And Melrose is wonderful for cuts and other skin problems.

EndoFlex™: For dietary or topical use. When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as soy or rice milk. Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution not required; suitable for all but the most sensitive skin. Generally safe for children over 2 years of age.

JuvaFlex™: For dietary, aromatic, or topical use. When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat's or rice milk. Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution recommended for both topical and internal use. Dilute before using on sensitive areas such as the face, neck, genital area, etc. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid using on infants and very small children.

Melrose™: For topical or aromatic use. Diffuse or apply topically on cuts, scrapes, burns, rashes and infections. Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution recommended for both topical and internal use. Dilute before using on sensitive areas such as the face, neck, genital area, etc. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid using on infants and very small children.

Raven™: For aromatic use. Diffuse, apply topically on chest over lungs and throat, put on pillow at night, use in a suppository application with V-6™ Enhanced Vegetable Oil Complex. Alternate with R.C.™. Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution not required; suitable for all but the most sensitive skin. Do not use on children under age 6.

RC™: For topical or aromatic use. Diffuse in living areas and workplace. Apply on chest, neck, ears and bottoms of feet. Use with a compress on chest and back. Alternate with Raven™. Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution recommended for both topical and internal use. Dilute before using on sensitive areas such as the face, neck, genital area, etc. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid using on infants and very small children. Do not use near fire, flame, heat or spark.

To place an order for your oils, click the link below.  You will go to a page that shows all the products I discussed above.  You can simply select the products you want and then begin the check out process.  Follow the instructions for those people who aren't already members.  Select the "customer" option.

If you want to get your oils at wholesale prices (at substantial savings), there is a one-time $50 membership fee with no yearly renewal fees.  Click the same link below.  When you look at the products listed there, remember that your wholesale prices will be much lower!  Look in the left-hand column, choose the "Sign up here" option so you can become a member. You will then select the "independent distributor" option in order to get your products at the wholesale prices.  You will not be required to make regular purchases unless you want to do so. Go ahead and place your first order (any amount is fine) and get your oils at wholesale prices.

Here's the link:  http://www.youngliving.org/healingoils4u

The first herbs I ever used in 1993 were Nature's Sunshine Products (established by Gene and Kristine Hughes).  That began a long and wonderful journey to discover the healing remedies that God has provided for us.

NSP capsules have the advantage of not having a taste.  And I occasionally open them up to make a tea.

Here are the top 16 products I use:

1) Intestinal Soothe & Build.  This was the first herb I ever started taking back in 1993.   I had been poisoned by the mercury fillings in my teeth and my digestive system was a mess.  I had acid reflux so bad that the only way I could sleep was to prop myself straight up in bed.  I was put on five different medications and I weighed only 100 pounds. By a miracle, I discovered herbs, made the personal decision to stop taking prescription drugs, and recovered my health.  This formula helped me to rebuild the lining of my stomach and entire digestive tract and ended my acid reflux!  (Please understand that I am giving you my own testimony.  It can be very dangerous to discontinue using prescription medications suddenly so do not do so without advice from a health care professional.)

Company information:
Helps to ease and soothe a toxic bowel.  Provides nutrients that help cleanse the bowel by countering the effects of unfriendly microorganisms.  Restores the bowel to a cleaner, healthier state.  It is designed to provide nutrients that support the lower bowel. Ingredients in the formula help relieve occasional bloating pressure and soothe the intestinal tract.  The lower bowel contains millions of microorganisms to help the body process nutrients. Improperly digested or slow-moving food may affect the balance of intestinal flora.
 
2)  LBS-II.  This was another life-saver for me in the beginning.  I was terribly constipated so I began with LBS-II.  It provided a gentle yet effective way to get my bowels moving after decades of problems.  And best of all, it was more a builder of colon health than just a laxative.

Company information:
Benefits:  supports normal bowel function, helps support the bowel's natural detoxification process, works gently, and encourages better digestion.   This herbal laxative supports proper waste elimination and encourages colon cleansing. It contains:  Cascara sagrada bark, Buckthorn bark, Licorice root, Ginger rhizome, Oregon grape root and rhizome, Capsicum fruit, Turkey rhubarb root, Couch grass rhizome, and Red clover flowers.   

NOTE: This product contains cascara sagrada, buckthorn and Turkey rhubarb. See your health care provider prior to use if pregnant or nursing, any medical condition exists, or when taking any medication. Read and follow recommendation carefully. Do not use if diarrhea, loose stools, or abdominal pain are present or develop. Use of this product may worsen these conditions and be harmful to your health. Chronic diarrhea can result in serious illness.

3)  Stress-J
4)  Nutri-Calm
These are two wonderful choices to calm the nervous system.  I prefer Stress-J for myself because it's a capsule and has wonderful herbs.  The Nutri-Calm is a compacted tablet and a little harder to digest.  It has more nutritional supplements in it (such as the B-vitamins and Vitamin C).

Company information:
Stress-J benefits:  promotes natural calming, supports proper stress mechanism function, aids proper digestion, provides help for occassional stress relief.  This anti-stress formula provides nutrients to help facilitate proper function of the nervous system. The formula contains one of the most favored herbs of Europe, chamomile, which is known for its calming effects. This combination is designed for occasional stress relief.  Complementary products include B-complex vitamins, bee pollen and vitamin C.
 
Nutri-Calm benefits:  soothes frayed nerves by providing healthy doses of the B-complex vitamins, aids in relaxation and encourages restful sleep, boosts the immune system, helps provide energy, is a source of antioxidants (vitamin C and lemon bioflavonoids), and provides other nutrients essential to good health.  It is a key product designed to support the nervous system, especially when under stress. During times of stress, the body rapidly loses B vitamins. Nutri-Calm provides generous amounts of these nutrients in a base of herbs known to support optimal nervous system health. 

5)  Kidney Activator.  From time to time I reach for the Kidney Activator if my back hurts or I just notice that my kidneys need a little extra nutritional support.  This formula works quickly and effectively.

Company information:
Benefits:  encourages proper water balance in body tissues, supports body mechanisms designed to prevent (not cure) stone formation, soothes kidneys and bladder.  Kidney Activator nutritionally supports the urinary system, specifically bladder and kidney  health. Parsley and uva ursi support urinary health.  Juniper berries support the urinary system (especially  the kidneys), helping the body’s efforts to maintain proper fluid balance.  It contains: Juniper berries, Parsley herb, Uva ursi leaves, Dandelion root, Chamomile flowers.   NOTE: Pregnant or lactating women should consult their health care professional prior to taking this supplement.

6)  JP-X
7)  Hydrangea
I keep these on hand as a power-packed duo for times I'm attacked with symptoms of a bladder infection.  My bottles are starting to get old because it's been years since I've needed them!

Company information:
JP-X contains juniper and parsley plus five other herbs (Dong quai root, Uva ursi leaves, Ginger rhizome, Marshmallow root, and Golden Seal root) to nutritionally support the reproductive and digestive functions of the body. It also helps to support the kidneys and bladder.  
 
Hydrangea was originally used by the Cherokee Indians for kidney support, hydrangea was introduced to early American settlers for similar purposes.  A common shrub, hydrangea is a bitter and a solvent. Its solvent properties nutritionally support the urinary system. It contains natural minerals plus silicon, flavonoids, resins and saponins. In this formula, the dried, powdered root is used. 

8)  Gallbladder Formula.   Whenever I get a bloated, "stuffy" feeling in the gallbladder area, I take a couple of Gallbladder Formula (along with some Milkweed from Pure Herbs).  Usually a day or two is all I need to return everything to normal for me.

Company information:
Benefits:  supports the Digestive System and provides soothing action.  It contains herbs traditionally used to provide nutrients that support the proper function of the digestive system, particularly the liver and gallbladder.  It contains: Oregon grape root, Ginger root, Cramp bark, Fennel seeds, Peppermint leaves, Wild yam root
Catnip herb.  For best results, use with Urinary Maintenance and Hydrangea.

9)  Urinary Maintenance.  Just a great all-purpose formula to support good urinary health.

Company information:
Benefits:  supports the urinary system and kidneys, helps maintain the body’s delicate fluid and mineral balance, supports the blood vessels and promotes urine flow, helps sanitize the urinary tract and boost the immune system.  Urinary system function is important to the whole body. This formula contains herbs to support the urinary system organs and help maintain the body’s delicate fluid and mineral balance controlled by the kidneys.

Uva ursi, hydrangea and hops help support kidney health and function. Many herbs in this formula help promote urine flow. Eleuthero and schizandra are adaptogens and help the body adapt to stress. Urinary Maintenance may also help sanitize the urinary tract and boost the immune system.
 
This key product for the urinary system incorporates the benefits of asparagus stem, dandelion leaf, parsley leaves, cornsilk, watermelon seed, dong quai root, horsetail stems and strobilus, hydrangea root, uva ursi leaves, eleuthero root and schizandra fruit.

10)  Ayurvedic Blood Sugar Formula.  Nature's Sunshine has many good formulas to help balance blood sugar (Sugar-Reg, Pro-Pancreas, Nopal, etc.), but my body loves this formula the best.  If I've gone out to eat and indulged in sugary foods that I don't normally eat, this formula helps me to restore my blood sugar to the proper balance.  

Company information:
Benefits:  provides nutrients for optimal glandular and digestive functions, supports the liver and pancreas, and helps maintain blood sugar levels already in the normal range.  It supports the liver, pancreas and intestines in promoting blood sugar levels already within the normal range.

11)  Elderberry Defense®.  This is a good formula especially during the winter months to keep my immune system in top operating condition.

Company information:  
Benefits:  promotes immune system function and provides nutrients that create an unfavorable environment for unfriendly microbes. Elderberry Defense®  is great to have on hand during the cold weather season as it promotes immune system function and provides essential nutrients for health.
Elderberry contains naturally occurring fruit acids, volatile oils and anthocyanins.
Scientific studies confirm elderberry’s immunostimulatory activity.  Each capsule contains a special blend of elderberry extract, Echinacea purpurea root, olive leaf extract and royal jelly.

12)  Tea Tree essential oil.  I like Nature's Sunshine Tea Tree oil.  I put it on cuts and scrapes.  And when I first began using herbs, I discovered that Tea Tree oil plus 2 other important herbs made a wonderful douche to get rid of vaginal yeast that all the doctor's medications and OTC drugs had not been effective with.

Company information:
The antiseptic properties of tea tree oil make it a wonderful support to the body as it battles a countless array of opical maladies, such as:  fungal infections, canker sores, periodontal disease, insect bites and stings, burns, acne, eczema, infection of lacerations, staph infection, bruises, heat rashes, warts,  yeast infections.   
 
Tea Tree Oil [Skin] has been referred to as “the wonder from Down Under.” It comes from the melaleuca tree, which is native to Australia and has long been used by the Aborigines. The trees do not need to be harvested in order for their oil to be extracted; in fact, some trees have provided oil for over 60 years. Tea tree’s beneficial properties make it a popular ingredient in shampoos, creams, skin cleansers and other external cosmetic applications. The compounds in tea tree oil benefit the skin and are non-irritating. The oil contains several important compounds, including terpines, cymones, pinines, terpinen-4-ol, sesquiterpenes and sesquiterpene alcohols.

Tea tree oil is recommended for external use only in poultices and other skin-cleansing applications.

13)  Sunshine Concentrate Cleaner.  This sits on my kitchen counter every day.  I wash my hands with it, clean dishes with it, and wash my fruits and vegetables in it. It has a multitude of uses and a bottle lasts a LONG time.

Company information:
This all-purpose, concentrated cleaner is tough on dirt, grease and grime, yet it won’t harm the environment or your family because it contains no phosphates, borates or acids. Its biodegradable cleaning and sudsing agents break down easily, helping to prevent foaming in lakes and streams.  Safe for people, animals, plants and our environment. Biodegradable, non-polluting, chemical-free. Non-flammable. Save money. One bottle equals 200 gallons of window cleaner or 64 gallons of your average household cleaner.
 
USES:
Kitchen—clean appliances, sinks, refrigerators, counters, wood surfaces, walls, floors, dishes (even fine china), pots and pans, silverware, copper and brass. Works in automatic dishwashers. Cleans ovens, grills, griddles, thermoses and plastic containers. Works as a fruit/vegetable wash.

Laundry—pre-spot stains, spots, grimy collars and cuffs. Pre-soak diapers. Hand-wash silks, fine woolens, sweaters and other delicate fabrics in cool or cold water.

Outdoors—clean tools, air filters, battery terminals, grease on concrete driveways, interior/exterior of cars/boats. Safe for lawns, gardens and farming. Excellent insect repellant. Great for shampooing the dog.

Indoors—clean windows, mirrors, shower, chrome, aquarium, rugs, tile, wallpaper, carpet, furniture, no-wax floors. Prevents mineral buildup in irons and humidifiers. Repels dust. Works as a shampoo and hand soap. Cleans shoes, handbags, eyeglasses, leather goods and more. Safe on house plants.

Bath—safe for bubble bath. Leaves no bathtub ring! Most soaps have a pH of 8 or higher. Sunshine Concentrate has a pH of 6.5, which is easier on your skin.

14)  Liver Cleanse Formula
15)  Milk Thistle Combination Formula.
Two great formulas to support the liver!

Company information:
Liver Cleanse Formula provides nutritional support to the liver and gall-bladder, promotes cleansing and detoxification mediated by the liver, supports digestive functions. The liver performs many important functions in the body. It supports digestive functions by secreting bile for emulsification of fat, controlling the metabolism of nutrients (including alcohols) and serving as a reservoir for many nutrients and metabolites. The liver’s involvement in metabolic functions make it susceptible to stressors.
 
Liver Cleanse Formula is a blend of herbs and nutrients specially formulated to nourish the liver and to support natural cleansing functions. Together, the ingredients of Liver Cleanse have been formulated to provide nutritional support to the liver and gallbladder, promote cleansing and detoxification and support digestive function. This formula consists of herbs historically used to cleanse, detoxify and nourish, and provide support to the gastrointestinal tract.
 

Milk Thistle Combination supports the liver, supports liver cell production, stabilizes liver cell membranes, facilitates elimination of toxins in the body, and acts as a powerful antioxidant.  Milk Thistle Combination provides nutrients that must be present for the liver to perform its 500 or more functions. This long-time favorite boasts the same liver-protecting and free-radical fighting ingredients as in the previous formula, plus N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC).  NAC optimizes the production of glutathione in the liver. Glutathione is used in the breakdown and elimination of toxins in the body. NAC is also a powerful antioxidant that helps support the liver and may support the eyes and respiratory system.
 
Milk thistle helps protect the liver from the toxins it collects and breaks down. It contains a constituent called silymarin, which has been the subject of numerous studies. Silymarin may help stabilize cellular membranes, preventing the intake of some toxins and subsequent tissue damage.

 
16) Tiao He Cleanse.  A great total body detoxification program.  One of the best that I know of.

Company information:
Benefits:  promotes the healthy cleansing of metabolic waste, supports intestinal regularity, and may improve energy and well-being.  Tiao He Cleanse® is a 15-day nutritional program designed to help the body achieve tiao he—balance and harmony. It combines Chinese nutritional and Western herbal experience. The Tiao He Cleanse is designed to support the cleansing mechanisms of the body by targeting the intestinal and digestive systems.
 
Each packet contains 1 capsule each of Chinese Liver Balance TCM Concentrate (digestive support), All Cell Detox, LBS II® (intestinal support), Psyllium Hulls (bulking agent), Burdock Root (intestinal support) and Black Walnut ATC Concentrate (digestive support).
 
NOTE: This product contains cascara sagrada, buckthorn, Turkey rhubarb and ginseng. See your health care provider prior to use if: pregnant or nursing, any medical condition exists or when taking any medication. Read and follow recommendation carefully. Do not use if diarrhea, loose stools or abdominal pain are present or develop. Not intended for prolonged use. Use of this product may worsen these conditions and be harmful to your health. Chronic diarrhea can result in serious illness. May cause allergic reaction in persons sensitive to inhaled or ingested psyllium.
 
Not recommended for children.

To place an order, click the link below.  When the new webpage comes up, select "Shop Now" option on the left.  You may place an order for any amount at the retail prices.  

If you would like to get your herbs at the wholesale price, you will be given an option to become a member when you select "check-out."  There is no sign-up fee.  Just make sure that your order totals at least $40.  (After that, there are no requirements.  At your renewal time, you will be asked to place another $40 order.)   So, click the link now to get your herbs:
                      Want Nature's Sunshine Products herbs  

For herbal extracts, there are none better than Pure Herbs, Ltd.® (established by Dr. Eugene Watkins).  I've tried several but this is the best herb company I know for herbal extracts. 

What's the advantage of herbal extracts over herbs in a capsule? There are many reasons that I prefer them.  

One is that they work very quickly.  Most people's digestive system doesn't work as well as they think it does.  When I swallow an herbal extract, it goes to work immediately as soon as it hits my stomach.  Capsules have to be digested -- which slows the process.  Many compacted tablets don't get digested at all!

Another advantage is that they can be applied externally as welll as internally.   I can put them on my skin directly over a particular organ.  I can use them as a mouthwash -- which I then swallow instead of spit out.  

Here's a disadvantage of liquid herbs -- you can taste them. After a childhood of medicine that was filled with sugar to taste sweet, I was shocked to discover that some herbs don't taste good!  Of course, some of them are ok.  Tastes certainly vary from person to person.  You just have to decide whether your health is worth a moment of bitter taste.  And if you do some studying, you'll find that the lack of bitter foods in our American diet has contributed to the rising number of chronic illnesses we experience because bitter tastes stimulate the liver in specific ways.

The information given below comes from Herbs for You (formerly called Herbal Extracts), by Dr. A. B. Howard (2009) and Supplement to Herbs For You (formerly called Supplement to Herbal Extracts), by Dr. A. B. Howard (2009).  These books come from The Center for Building Better Health Naturally, Inc.

Here are my Top 14 Pure Herbs Herbal Extracts

1)  E.T.I.-W.   E.T.I. stands for Ear-Throat Infection.  This is my most favorite herbal combination.  At the first sign of a sore throat or any other symptom of a cold, flu, earache, or infection, I take a dropper or two of E.T.I.-W every couple of hours.  It's wonderful stuff!

Dr. Howard's information:  Ear and throat infections.  Much loved and used, dependable combination.  Hold on tongue and swallow slowly, repeat as needed. Relieves earache and sore tonsils and reduces fever.

2)  H.T. Combination
3)  O.C.-M
H.T. Combination stands for Heart Tonic Combination and O.C.-M means Oral Chelation.  These are two great formulas to support heart and circulatory health.  

Dr. Howard's information:  H.T. Combination contains heart herbs which nourish the heart and repair valves, reduce swelling, restore feeble heart action, very slowly open congested heart blood vessels that are clogged so that the congestive debris is liquified and flushed harmlessly from the body.  You have a new soft tissue body every four months so make your heart a better one.  You can make a tremendous difference in a year's time with the regular use of Heart Tonic and walking for exercise.

Dr. Howard's information:  O.C.-M is an oral chelation formula.  The improtance of keeping arteries and veins free of fats, cholesterol and hardened waste mineral accumlation can be the difference between a normal life and substandard existence with reduced activity, life expectancy and/or memory problems.  Oral chelation is the action of taking herbal cleaners and conditioners by mouth to prevent and clean out circulatory congestion. 

4)  Virginia Snake Root.  If I ever get symptoms of food poisoning, I immediately reach for this herb.  It tastes bad but it works great.

Dr. Howard's information:  Virginia Snake Root neutralizes poisons of many kinds, including snakebites, mosquito bites, spider bites, bee/wasp/scorpion stings as well as many other poisons that come from daily living and illness.  Other uses:  heart regulation and repair, increase arterial flow, fevers, viral infections, antibiotic, after-effects of immunization, vaccination complications, pneumonia, poison antidote, venereal disease, baffling disorders, convalescence.

5)  T. G. & P.-W 
6)   A.C.S
This formula is Tooth, Gums, and Plaque.  After I brush my teeth, I often swish, gargle, and swallow this formula.

Dr. Howard's information:  What can we do to ensure healthy teeth and correct existing problem?  Answer, use the teeth and gum herbs and reduce the intake of refined carbohydrates (refined sugar and white flour products). 

Dr. Howard's information: If the body is mineral deficient, the teeth will hurt.  They "scream" for minerals, as do bones that are broken or mineral deficient.  When they do, administer as much as 3 teaspoonfuls of A.C.S. (All Cells' Salts) to the sufferer.  If due to mineral deficiency, the pain will stop within minutes.  Repeat this as often as it starts to hurt again.  The teeth will soak up these minerals like a sponge. 

7)  SI.-W.  This herbal combination is used for sinus problems.  

Dr. Howard's information:  The much relied upon and appreciated formula for sinus congestion.  Prevents sinus attacks.  Rapidly opens breathing passages and restores breathing.  When it comes to chronically (condition of long-standing) blocked sinuses, the answer is to liquefy and drain.  To dry up infected mucus in breathing passages merely adds another deposit to the previous layers of accumluated dried, infected mucus.  This does not correct the problem.  Each successive "sinus attack" is a desperate call for help from the sinus basin to be drained.  SI.-W opens breathing passages and liquefies and drains sinus passages.  SI.-W combines the qualities of a coooling, antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, detergent team for relief of sinus anguish.

8)  F. & F.  This is a really good Flu and Fever formula that I like to keep on my emergency shelf.  Fortunately, I rarely use it.  The great thing about herbal extracts is that they keep well for years in a dark, dry place.

Dr. Howard's information:  The herb Wintergreen functoins as a cooling, aromatic, pain and fever relieving decongestant, and helps elimnate disgusting, infected mucus.  Peppermint Oil, its partner, is another powerful aromatic oil with oxygenating, pain-relieving, and decongestant qualities.  This antibiotic and cough remedy combination, has to be experienced to truly be appreciated.  For more-or-less insteant relief from the miserable feelings accompanying flu and fever, try F.&F. combination as a strong ally in your time of need.

  9)  Olive Leaf
10)  Oregon Grape
11)  Astragalus
These are 3 immune system boosters and are great when I am under attack by a viral or bacterial infection.   One of the strengths of Pure Herbs is that they have a wide variety of herbs to choose from.  So rather than over-working Echinacea (for example), I can select Astragalus instead.

Dr. Howard's information:  Properties and uses of Olive Leaf: defeats harmful microorganisms, antibiotic, virus and bacteria and many types of fingal parasite problems, energy, repair of heart and circulatory problems, normalizes blood pressure, colds and flu, fatigue and muscles soreness, strengthens the immune system's scavenging ability.

Dr. Howard's information.  Oregon Grape has great detergent, antibiotic strength in cleaning the lymphatics.  Oregon Grape is especially kind to the polluted blood stream and cleans it aswell as cleaning the reproductive organs.  Especially uplifting is the willingness of Oregon Grape to attack chronic illness.  Oregon Grape is one of the heavyweights to tackle serious problems of the liver, lymphatics, joints, female and male reproductive systems and general condtions of ill health.

Dr. Howard's information: Properties and uses of Astragalus:  powerful immune system builder, improve appetite, expel poisons, stsregnthens the ability to digest, repairs chronic lung problems, reduces flid swellings, provides energy by being an adrenal gland(s) nutrient and increases circulation.

12)  S.D.-R.   This is a Stone Dissolver formula.  I don't really need it but I keep a little one-ounce bottle on hand on my emergency shelf.  

Dr. Howard's information:  Practiced Amish herbalist, Reuben Schwartz, recommends this highly successful combination, as being "bettter than a hammer for smashing kidney and bladder stones and dissolving them."  The stones do not irritate in the process of dissolving as the Marshmallow portion in this combination coats the particles and slides them out.

13)  Myrrh.  Another immune-booster and infection fighter that I like to use.

Dr. Howard's information:  Myrrh has the reputation to function in the binding up of wounds and as a healer of open wounds.  Myrrh is extremely effective in speeding up the flow of sluggish circulatory fluid by a factor of four to one.  This, along with its catalyst properties with other herbs, makes it beneficial for the heart and circulatory system.  It has long been taken internally and applied to the gums as a dental herb to prevent infection often experienced after tooth extractions.  Myrrh raises the immunity and the white blood count to fight infections.

14)  Wild Cherry Bark Special.  Great for coughs!  And kids like it, too.

Dr. Howard's information:  It is a liquid cough drop and much more.  This natural antibiotic medicinal, with its much-appreciated formula incorporates all of the beneficial effects of Wild Cherry Bark to dissolve mucus, soothe inflamed and irritated membranes, and alleviate the suffering of coughs and colds.  Wild Cherry Bark Special also contains two other valuable team players with their natural sources of Vitamin C.  Wild Rose Hips and bilberries are added to Wild Cherry Bark for their antibiotic and poison neutralizing properties, as well as a pleasing taste.

Here's the best place I know to get natural health counseling -- Nature's Goodness Health Center.  It is the place I began my own healing journey. I was wasting away with chronic digestive and immune system problems -- but I was able to be restored after learning from the health consultant at Nature's Goodness about the herbs that God had provided for my recovery.

One of the special things about the Nature's Goodness is that they have a health and herb counselor available to discuss your health objectives.   They do not prescribe or give advice on medical conditions.  Counseling can be done in person or by phone.

So be sure to check them out.  Here's the link:  
            Natural Health Counseling at Nature's Goodness Health Center

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Many blessings,

Anne Buchanan   
 

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