Definitions for "goldenseal"
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A perennial herb of Northeastern U. S. (Hydrastis Canadensis) having a thick knotted yellow rootstock and large rounded leaves.
used to strengthen the immune system; acts as an antibiotic; has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, potentiates insulin, and cleanses the body. Good for colds, flu, inflammation, glandular swelling, gum disease, morning sickness, diabetes, hypoglycemia, and ulcers.
An herb (Hydrastis canadensis). Goldenseal root is an important plant to North American Indians who use it to address local inflammation and debility. The root contains a group of alkaloids, hydrastine, berberine and palmatine, which are strong astringent and antiseptic agents. Hydrastine has also been shown to stimulate peristalsis and improve digestion. Today, goldenseal remains one of the most popular herbs used in a variety of applications.
(Hydrastis canadensis) Plant related to the buttercup, with a thick, yellow root used in folk medicine.
A perennial herb used topically a an eywash, for athlete's foot, excema, ringworm and dermatitis.
perennial herb of northeastern United States having a thick knotted yellow rootstock and large rounded leaves
A small perennial with white flowers and red berries. The dried roots and rhizomes are used to treat respiratory and skin infections. It acts as a stimulant, dries up secretions of mucous membranes, reduces inflammation, and fights infection . Goldenseal also promotes the production of saliva, bile and digestive enzymes.
Hydranstis candensis Considered to be a powerful antimicrobial for catarrhal conditions, particularly those of the sinuses. Also helpful in treating all digestive disorders such as Colitis and peptic ulcers due to its tonic effects on the mucous membranes.
Known mainly for it's antibiotic effects, Goldenseal is also a powerful body cleanser.
this North American native herb is widely known and used for colds, flu, and sinus infections. Lowers inflammation, helps cool infections of the mucous membranes. Useful when blended with echinacea (1 part golden seal to 3 parts echinacea). An herbal extract that typically contains 10% alkaloids and 5% hydrastine as active components; historically used as an astringent and antiseptic.
most often requested before drug tests. Helps clear toxins from bloodstream. Often used in conjunction with Echinacea to help recover from illness.
An herb shown to have immune enhancing and anti-bacterial properties. Goldenseal activates macrophages that destroy bacteria, viruses, fungi, and tumor cells. Macrophages are large cells that have the ability to engulf foreign substances or organisms to aid the bodyâ€(tm)s immune system in fighting infection.
Goldenseal is a cure-all type of herb that strengthens the immune system, acts as an antibiotic, has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, makes insulin more effective, and cleanses vital organs.
Perparations are derived from the yellow root of a small oernnial okant native to eastern North America. It is one of the more widely used herbs. Goldenseal contains a number of importamt alkaloids, including hydrastine and berberine. Golden seal is used to treat traveler's diarrhea.
As A Treatment"...Look for goldenseal by itself, or in combination with other ingredients in products such as antimicrobial, anti-fungal, gastrointestinal aids, and immunostimulatory products..."
Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) is a perennial herb in the buttercup family Ranunculaceae, native to southeastern Canada and the northeastern United States. It may be distinguished by its thick, yellow knotted rootstock as well as its large, rounded leaves.