Traditionally used to promote digestion and stimulate appetite. Considered
a blood tonic by Native Americans. Used to relieve pain after childbirth
and to regulate menses. Stops bleeding. Useful for stomach ache. Key
Uses: childbirth, pain, bleeding, anemia, kidney problems, reproductive
problems, liver congestion, ulcers, hemorrhage.
KAVA KAVA (Piper methysticum)
Useful for nervousness, anxiety, insomnia, stress. Helpful for urinary tract infections, chronic cystitis. Diuretic. Mild pain relief. Polynesian herb used in ceremonial settings. Active constituent is kavalactones. Key Uses: stress, insomnia. Caution: Avoid during pregnancy or lactation. Avoid when depressed or drinking alcohol. Do not take with prescription medications.
KELP (Fucus versiculosus)
Nutritious. Contains high amounts of trace minerals. Contains large
amounts of iodine. Possess antioxidant, anti-carcinogenic, and anti-toxic
properties. Used to prevent breast cancer in Japan. Helps clear fibrocystic
breast disease. Nourishes thyroid. Source of nondigestible fiber. Reduces
cholesterol levels through inhibition of bile acid absorption. Enhances
immune system. Promotes glandular health. Weight loss aid. Can bind
radioactive strontium, barium, cadmium and zinc in the gastrointestinal
tract. Promotes glandular health. Aids body's metabolism. Contains nearly
30 minerals. Key Uses: adrenal glands, arteries, colitis, complexion,
eczema, goiter, thyroid gland, obesity, pituitary gland.
