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PHENYLETHYLAMINE
Phenylethylamine is known
as the "molecule of love"
and is thought to be the
reason why chocolate is such
a great mood enhancer.
It is the chemical that
mimics the brain chemistry
of a person in love.
Researchers believe that
our body releases Phenylethylamine
when we are in love, thus
producing the uplifted mood
associated with love.
This is one of the reasons
so many people craved
chocolate - it really is a
mood elevator!
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Senna Leaf
- This
ingredient is often used to
treat constipation caused by
conditions such as slowing
of the intestines, use of
constipating medications
(e.g., narcotics), or
irritable bowel syndrome.
Senna leaf help to increase
the activity of the
intestines to move stool out
faster.
Peppermint is more than
just a candy flavor. This
herb promotes healthy
digestion by soothing and
comforting the stomach.
Peppermint is considered a
general stimulant, cleansing
and strengthening the entire
body. Recent research has
highlighted this herb as an
aid for the bowels.
Naturopaths have long used
Stevia to regulate
blood sugar levels. Stevia
users have also reported
lower incidence of colds and
flu. The herb can aid in
weight loss by reducing
appetite and can be used to
suppress cravings for
alcohol and tobacco. This is
because Stevia leaf contains
many vitamins and minerals,
including vitamins A and C,
rutin, zinc, iron and
magnesium.
Orange Peel - It is used
in traditional Chinese
Medicine to "reduce
accumulation," whether gas
in the intestine, pressure
from cramping, stool in the
bowels, phlegm in the lungs
and throat, or "too much
blood energy" resulting in
high blood pressure.
The German Commission E also
lists orange peel for
treating poor digestion due
to hypo-acidity.
Rose Hips are
extremely high in vitamin C
(ascorbic acid), have some
beta carotene (plant form of
Vitamin A), bioflavinoids,
and considerable pectin --
soluble form of fiber, which
helps to prevent intestinal
cancers. lowers saturated
fats and triglycerides,
helps to control blood
pressure and good for the
heart.
Marshmallow
Root/Leaf - Traditionally used to soothe and support
the intestines. It is an oldtime remedy for bladder infection,
digestive upsets, fluid
retention, intestinal
disorders, kidney problems,
sinusitis and sore throat.
Marshmallow is a natural
source of beta-carotene,
amino acids, minerals and
vitamins and is often used
as a filler in the
compounding of pills. Marshmallow also contains large amounts of vitamin A,
calcium, zinc and significant amounts of iron, sodium, iodine
and B-complex vitamins. Marshmallow reduces
inflammation and has a calming effect on the body.
**taking Marshmallow and iron together may reduce
the absorption of the iron.
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