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probably the hypothalamus. Sanchi ginseng is P. notoginseng.
GLA
(Gamma Lineoleic Acid)
From the oils of evening primrose (Oenethera), borage (Borago officinalis) and black currant seed (Ribes species). It improves nerve and immune functions and lowers pain-producing prostaglandins. Hard to obtain enough from seeds, so buy it in capsules.
Gotu Kola Leaves
(Centella asiatica)
Ayurvedic brain tonic that improves memory and circulation.
Hawthorn Flowers and Leaves
(Craetega laevigata)
Very beneficial to heart and circulation.
Hops Strobiles
(Humulus lupulus)
Relaxing, aids digestion and flavors beer.
Kava Root
(Piper methysticum)
Polynesian plant relaxant and antidepressant.
Licorice Root
(Glycyrrhiza glabra)
Popular in Germany, where doctors recommend taking it for no more than six weeks and supplementing the diet with potassium-rich foods, like bananas and apricots, because licorice root can increase blood pressure.
Ligustrum Root
(Ligustrum lucidum)
Used in Chinese hospitals to enhance immune activity.
Linden Flowers and Leaves
(Tila europea)
Also called time tree. Sore throat remedy and a relaxant.
Motherwort Leaves
(Leonurus cardiaca)
Relaxant to uterus and heart.
Passionflower
(Passiflora incarnata)
Sedative that also treats heart problems.
Pau d'Arco Bark
(Tabebuia altissima)
South American immune herb.

 
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