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Pumpkin (Cucurbita) Health Benefits
Brett Elliott
Pumpkin is one of the well-known edible plants and has substantial medicinal properties due to the presence of unique natural edible substances.
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Guarana (Paullinia cupana) Herbal Monograph
Brett Elliott
Guarana’s stimulant properties are usually attributed to its caffeine content which is known to modify cognitive function and mood state and to enhance exercise performance, possibly due to a reduction in perceived exertion.
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Black Pepper (Piper Nigrum) Herbal Monograph
Brett Elliott
One study showed results suggesting that piperine possesses potential fat reducing and lipid-lowering effects, without any change in food appetite.
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Bitter Orange (Citrus Aurantium) Herbal Monograph
Brett Elliott
There is a strong body of evidence for the use of Bitter Orange extract in a weight loss program and there seems to be very little concern around safety.
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Wild Yam (Dioscorea Villosa) Herbal Monograph
Brett Elliott
Wild Yam extracts contain hormonally active compounds such as Diosgenin and 7-Keto DHEA which have proven to support the immune system, balance addictive behaviour, reduce stress and support metabolism and circulation.
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White Kidney Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) Herbal Monograph
Brett Elliott
There is a solid rationale behind the use of White Kidney Bean extract and its use in a weight loss program.
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Losing Weight Part 3 – Herbs for Weight Management
Brett Elliott
The secret to long-term results is getting a natural holistic selection of herbs and combining the effects, rather than just using a stimulant or an appetite-suppressant.
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How Herbal Medicine Works
Brett Elliott
Herbal Medicine dates back thousands of years and has been recorded in almost every culture on earth.
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Chia Seeds (Salvia hispanica) Herbal Monograph
Brett Elliott
The ancient grain known as Chia Seeds are becoming enormously popular in modern food regimen in many countries
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Kiwifruit (actinidia chinensis) Herbal Monograph
Brett Elliott
Kiwifruit, as part of a healthy diet, may increase high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, and decrease triglycerides, platelet aggregation, and elevated blood pressure.

Keto Diet and Detox – Work Together
Keto diets have become a worldwide trend as a way to lose weight. They generally involve a high fat and protein intake, lots of fatty meat and low carb eating. However, is this really healthy, the best way of triggering Ketosis and could intermittent fasting be even better?
