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Passion Flower: Yes, the alien-looking flower above this article is indeed a passionflower and despite it's exotic appearance, it is actually native to the southeastern United States. In fact, passiflora incarnata has been Tennessee's state wildflower since 1919. But did you know this unique flowering herb has been used for centuries to support a healthy nervous system? Passion flower contains bioactive compounds that nourish your nerves.
✅ Marshmallow Root Powder: The root of the marshmallow plant is a demulcent, which means that it’s high in anti-inflammatory mucilage, a gelatinous substance produced by all plants in varying degrees that helps them store water. To put things in perspective mucilage-rich plants have been used to fight inflammation for over 4,000 years! The marshmallow root’s ability to hold on to water carries over in your system. That means the water literally sticks to your insides, which has a moistening and soothing effect on you internally. This is beneficial not only to fighting swelling (inflammation) and improving your hydration, but also your digestive system, including your stomach and intestinal lining, your respiratory system, your urinary tract—even your skin.
✅ Corydalis Luetin- The specific compound dehydrocorybulbine (DHCB) derived from the root of this herbal medicine plant has been shown to reduce both inflammatory and neuropathic pain. Corydalis appears to work similarly to prescription pain medications... ...by blocking pain signals to the brain, but without carrying the same risk of addiction. It brings a calm comfort to your hands and feet, helps relax muscles, and promotes restful sleep.
✅ Prickly Pear: Prickly pear cactus — or also known as nopal, opuntia and other names — is promoted for treating diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, and hangovers. It's also touted for its antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties.” And a 2014 study from the US National Library of Medicine reviewed the Prickly Pear’s “biological effects, particularly those having the most promising expected health benefit and therapeutic impacts. The Prickly Pear cactus is full of antioxidants. These antioxidants can further protect our cells from damage caused by free radicals and therefore reduce oxidative stress. Antioxidants can benefit everyone, regardless of age and preexisting conditions.
✅ California Poppy Seed: Has been used for years to help overcome a variety of ailments... ...including insomnia, aches, nervous agitation, and diseases of the bladder and liver. In combination with other natural herbs, California Poppy is shown to relieve nerve pain, blood vessel problems, and is also used for sleep and mood disturbances.
