Naturopathy

Icelandic lichen (Cetraria islandica  L. Ach.) Is a plant of the Parmeliaceae family that stimulates digestive functions and is useful against nausea, vomiting, cough, asthma and sore throat. Let’s find out better. Properties of Icelandic lichen The part of the Icelandic lichen containing active ingredients (the drug) is the thallus, in which are present: polysaccharides (lichein and isolichein), bitter lichenic acids (usnic acid, cetraric acid), folic acid, and other B … Read more

Burdock is a purifying medicinal plant, useful for treating acne and other skin problems. Burdock is a spontaneous medicinal plant known for its purifying and antiseptic properties, exploited above all for the health and beauty of the skin. Let’s find out better. What is burdock Burdock (Arctium lappa) is a perennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It is a spontaneous and officinal plant used in herbal … Read more

Garcinia (Garcinia cambogia) is a plant of the Clussiaceae family native to the forests of Southeast Asia and the tropical climate areas of southern India. It has a fat-burning action, is useful for regulating cholesterol and blood sugar levels, and produces an orange-brown gum resin used once as a powdered pigment. Let’s find out more about the characteristics and side effects of … Read more

Ginseng (Panax ginseng) is a plant belonging to the Araliaceae family. The term Panax comes from the Greek, from the composition of the word pan “all” and akeia “cure”, the term ginseng, on the other hand, comes from the Chinese rènshēn, meaning “plant of Man”, because the shape of its root recalls the body of a man. Ginseng is … Read more

Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis mille) is a plant of the Aloeacee family. The term Aloe derives from the Greek root Alos, which means “salty substance” perhaps referring to its maritime habitat; in Arabic, however, the term aloe derives from alua, which means “bitter”, as indeed is the juice of the plant. Known for its anti- inflammatory, purifying and nourishing medicinal properties … Read more

Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) is a plant of the Asteraceae family. The name derives from the Greek chamàimēlon word formed by chamài “of the soil” and mēlon, “apple” due to the smell that resembles that of dwarf apple. Well known since ancient times, chamomile has a sedative and calming action, as well as hypoglycemic effects useful in case of diabetes. Let’s find out more about the characteristics … Read more

The primrose (Primula veris or officinalis) is a plant of the Primulaceae family. Known for its analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antirheumatic properties, it is useful against insomnia and headaches. Let’s find out better. Ownership of the primrose The flowers of the primrose are very rich in triterpene saponins (5-10%); the most important is primulin, and as an infusion they are effective remedies in the treatment of insomnia and headache. The roots of the plant … Read more

Anthocyanins are a group of red and blue pigments extracted from plants, with an antioxidant and anti-aging action, useful as a prevention of many degenerative diseases. Let’s find out better. What are Anthocyanins Anthocyanins (also known as anthocyanins in red wine) are a large and varied group of water-soluble molecules belonging to the flavonoid family. They are pigments that vary from red to brown to blue depending … Read more

Buckthorn (Rhamnus frangula) is a plant of the Rhamnaceae family. Known for its laxative properties, it is excellent for stimulating peristalsis. Let’s find out better. Properties of buckthorn Buckthorn bark contains anthraquinone glycosides, which stimulate intestinal peristalsis. These active ingredients are poorly absorbed in the stomach and small intestine; while in the large intestine they are metabolized becoming biologically active, thanks to the ability of the bacterial flora to transform them … Read more

Arbutin (hydroquinone β-glucoside) is a hydroquinone glucoside active in the treatment of urinary tract diseases, in particular in cases of cystitis, urethritis, dysuria (pain, burning in urination, difficulty in retaining urine). Its action is carried out by basic hydrolysis in the intestine and the release of hydroquinone, responsible for the antimicrobial, astringent and disinfectant action in the urinary … Read more