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What is that When we talk about hawthorn drops we refer to liquid formulations of various types, containing extracts of the homonymous plant to be taken in the form of oral drops. Hawthorn ( Crataegus monogyna , syn. Crataegus oxyacantha ) is a small spontaneous shrub belonging to the Rosaceae family

Introduction Velvety and elegant, dandelion flowers decorate gardens and parks with their colorful and iridescent clothes, so as not to go unnoticed. The name of the lion's mouth refers to the particular and original structure of the floral, bilabated, tubular and tortuous corolla, presenting a sort of lips

What is that Bryonia is a genus of plants belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family and which includes various species. Within the genus Bryonia, the most known species are probably Bryonia alba (or white bryony) and Bryonia cretica (or red bryony). Both plants are toxic and, for this reason, they are not used in phytotherapy

Cactus in history The Aztecs already exploited the cactus for its psychoactive and hallucinogenic properties, although some of these have not yet been identified with certainty. The Catholic Church attributed the meaning "gift of the devil" to plants like the cactus, to give an idea of ​​the powers that could derive from similar plants. Ha

Introduction The gift that nature has given to the cacti is incredible: they are plants that can survive even four or five years without a drop of water, and the cactus, as a thank you, produces beautiful flowers. The cactus, a succulent plant par excellence, belongs to the Cactaceae family, which includes 150 genera and over 3, 000 species

Introduction "Alternative drink to milk, the first medicine of children": it is with this definition that Camomile is called, or Matricaria Recutita , a plant par excellence that boasts spasmolytic (for internal use) and soothing (for external use) properties. Chamomile belongs to the Asteraceae (Composite ) family and is currently widespread throughout Europe, America and Australia

Cedar of Lebanon in history In the Old Testament it is said that with the wood of the cedar of Lebanon the columns of the Temple of Solomon were built; always, the prized cedar of Lebanon - powerful and majestic - is a symbol of power and strength. Already at the time of the ancient Phoenicians, the Lebanese cedar was used for its solid wood in the construction of safe boats and small ships

Introduction When it comes to lemongrass, most people immediately refer to the fragrance of the same name used in many anti-mosquito products; in fact, the essential oil extracted from the citronella plant is rich in geraniol and citronellol, monoterpenic alcohols with known repellent properties. The essence of citronella is particularly appreciated by natural cosmetics, in order to make the fragrance of countless cosmetic products more pleasant

High cholesterol is a serious health hazard: a correlation between hypercholesterolemia and cardiovascular diseases (heart attack, stroke, atherosclerosis) has been demonstrated. Prevent high cholesterol The best remedy to avoid high cholesterol is prevention: in this regard, you should respect and follow the rules dictated by nutrition education, not smoking, observe a correct diet and play sports

See also: slimming tablets Slimming products The herbal market offers a vast assortment of products designed to support a low-calorie regime: infusions and draining herbal teas, fluid concentrates, capsules and slimming tablets are undoubtedly the favorite formulations. Slimming tablets, unlike herbal teas, are preferred because they are more practical: in fact, they do not require waiting times - such as the infusion - and the consumer has the perception, sometimes unfounded, that the tablet "is more effective"