Tulsi is the Sanskrit word for holy basil. This medicinal herb has a long history as part of the Ayervedic tradition, according to Drugs.com, a drug information site that provides peer-reviewed information to consumers. The herb grows wild in tropical and sub-tropical regions, according to MedicinalHerbInfo.org.
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Valerian is a medicinal herb that thrives in damp woods and along rivers. The root of the valerian plant is dried and ground into powder for use in medicinal treatments, often to ease sleeplessness, says Medicinal Herb Info. Before you start to take valerian root, consult your health care provider.
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According to Drugs.com, jojoba seeds come from the evergreen Simmondsia chinensis, or jojoba shrub, which is native to Arizona, California and Northern Mexico. These seeds are used to produce jojoba oil, which is used in many cosmetic and skin care treatments.
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Tulsi is the Sanskrit name for an herb closely related to the common culinary herb basil. It’s also called luole in Chinese and holy basil in English. People have used this herb all over the world for many centuries, in cooking and for medicinal purposes.
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Wild yam has been used for centuries by Native Americans and early Americans for treatment of a variety of ailments. The herb, also known as colic root, has a relaxing effect. As the name suggests, an early use was to relieve colic in babies.
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Pomegranate and cherry juices have a number of health benefits to offer in addition to their great taste. Both cherry and pomegranate trees originated in Asia but are now found all over the world, with cherry trees growing in moderate temperate zones and pomegranates in the more tropical areas.
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Popcorn is such a popular treat that Foods.com lists 386 recipes using it. Most popcorn lovers have a favorite way to enjoy it, whether it’s caramel corn, kettle corn, chocolate covered corn, or just plain old popcorn.
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Drinking alcoholic beverages is one way to add to a celebration, but you might be alarmed to learn that drinks are high in calories and low in nutrition. For example, the U.S.
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A vodka gimlet is commonly made with two ounces of vodka mixed with two ounces of lime juice and some ice, according to Food.com. But there are some variations on the mixture. Food.com lists nine different recipes for a vodka gimlet.
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