http://herbs.ygoy.com Tue, 23 Dec 2008 11:07:46 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Kava (Piper methysticum) is an ancient herbal shrub of the Western Pacific and is a member of the pepper family. In Latin, piper refers to ‘pepper’ and methysticum in Greek refers to ‘intoxicating’. Kava or Kava Kava refers to both the plant and the beverage (kava drink). Kava drink was ... http://herbs.ygoy.com/2008/12/11/what-is-kava/ What is Horny Goat Weed? Horny goat weed is an ornamental plant traditionally used as an aphrodisiac to treat male and female sexual dysfunctions. Its funny name is based on folk observations related to the behaviour of goats that became sexually active after feeding on these herbs. In traditional Chinese medicine ... http://herbs.ygoy.com/2008/12/10/what-is-horny-goat-weed/ What is Red Yeast Rice? Red yeast rice is reddish purple fermented rice using a specific type of yeast known as Monascus purpureus. In China, its use was first recorded in the Tang Dynasty in 800 AD. Red yeast rice is also known as Hong Qu, Hung-chu, red kojic rice and ... http://herbs.ygoy.com/2008/12/10/health-benefits-of-red-yeast-rice/ Herbs have long been used to help our body remove wastes that are harmful to our body. Some herbs for cleansing the digestive system include dandelion, barberry roots, alfalfa, goldenseal, psyllium seeds, etc. Using herbs to cleanse digestive system naturally can help in gentle toning, cleansing and purification of the ... http://herbs.ygoy.com/2008/12/08/herbs-to-cleanse-digestive-system/ What is Krill Oil? Krill oil is naturally occurring oil obtained from shrimp-like crustaceans known as krills. Krills are predominantly found in the Antarctic and the North Pacific oceans. There are various health benefits of krill oil because of the presence of omega-3 fatty acids (ALA, EPA and DHA) and astaxanthin ... http://herbs.ygoy.com/2008/12/06/health-benefits-of-krill-oil/ What is Devil’s Claw? Devil’s claw, also known as cockspur, is a perennial shrubby vine with branching roots and shoots. An original native to South Africa and Namibia, the name of the plant originates from its small claw-like barbs or hooks that cover its fruits. The dried roots of Devil’s claw ... http://herbs.ygoy.com/2008/12/04/what-is-devil%e2%80%99s-claw/ History of Progeria In 1886, Jonathan Hutchinson and Hastings Gilford first discovered a rare condition among small children that caused rapid aging. The disease was named ‘Progeria’ or ‘Hutchinson-Gilford syndrome’. Progeria is a rare genetic condition that affects one in eight million newborns worldwide. It can occur without any cause and ... http://herbs.ygoy.com/2008/11/28/history-symptoms-and-cause-of-progeria/ Eye stye is a bacterial infection that causes small painful bump along the edge of the eyelid.  The infection is caused in the sebaceous or sweat glands in the eyelid where it cause blockage. Eye styes are not usually serious and can burst automatically after few days. In some cases, ... http://herbs.ygoy.com/2008/11/27/eye-stye-remedies/ Coming Christmas, red wine lovers all over the world have a lot to cheer about. Why not?  They can now enjoy red wine and do not need to worry about its harmful effects on their heart! Yes, you heard it right. Red wine can protect your heart from coronary artery ... http://herbs.ygoy.com/2008/11/24/say-cheers-to-red-wine-to-protect-your-heart/ Tea tree oil got its name from English Explorers, who first used its leaves to brew tea. In fact, the antiseptic property of tea tree oil was used by the Australian Army to treat wounds inflicted by war. Besides this property, the health benefits of tea tree oil can be ... http://herbs.ygoy.com/2008/11/24/health-benefits-of-tea-tree-oil/