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Any of various photosynthetic, eukaryotic, multicellular organisms of the kingdom Plantae characteristically producing embryos, containing chloroplasts, having cellulose cell walls, and lacking the power of locomotion.

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immunostimulants
Plants; Herbs

Immunostimulants enhance or boost the body's natural defense against illness and disease. Herbs with this ability include astragalus, barley etc.

inflammations
Plants; Herbs

A pathological process in which pain, heat, redness and swelling occur.

laxative
Plants; Herbs

Herb that acts to promote evacuation of the bowels; a gentle cathartic. Examples: castor oil, flaxseed, psyllium husk, rhubarbb and senna.

diuretic
Plants; Herbs

A diuretic is used to increase the flow of urine to relieve water retention.

dysentery
Plants; Herbs

A condition in which excretion of stools frequently containing blood and mucus.

emmenagogus
Plants; Herbs

Herbs with emmenagogue properties promote menstrual flow. Examples of some herbs are aloe vera, gentian, ginger, myrrh and saffron.

emollient
Plants; Herbs

An herb or substance that is used externally to soften and soothe irritated skin, inflamed tissue, or mucous membranes.

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