Walnut Tree Bark ( Dandasa )

One of the first foods that signals the start of spring is the appearance of fresh asparagus at local farmers’ markets and grocery stores. In ancient times, asparagus was renowned as an aphrodisiac.

Myrrh, African Myrrh, Herabol Myrrh, Somali Myrrhor, Common Myrrh, Gum Myrrh known with its scientific name Commiphora Myrrh is a resin that comes from trees belonging to the genus Commiphora which grow in Northern Africa and the Middle East. The sap like substance, which has a unique sweet and smoky aroma, has a wide range of uses.

It is useful in nervous disorders of women. Chamomile generally acts as an analgesic (mild), anodyne, antibacterial, anticonvulsant, antifungal, antihistamine, antiinflammatory, antioxidant, antiperiodic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aromatic, bitter, calmative, carminative, demulcent, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic, emetic, emmenagogue, emollient, ferbrifuge, insecticide, nervine, relaxant, sedative (mild), stimulant, stomachic, tonic and vermifuge. Useful in arthritis, rheumatism, gout, sciatica, dyspepsia, flatulence, colic, general debility, hysteria and dysmenorrhoea. Apigenin contained in chamomile prevents heart diseases. It also relieves mastitis, painful periods and premenstrual tension.

It has a large variety of bioactives, with the water extract showing promise at improving left ventricle function of the heart without any observable toxicity of side effects.