Myrrh is a resin extracted from the stems of the balsam tree family. This resin has been an important component of personal hygiene, pharmaceutical production and culture of various countries and ancient empires for several thousand years. Since the plants needed for this purpose usually grow only in tropical or Mediterranean areas, myrrh is often … Myrrh: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Kola nut is the seed of the kola tree. Among other things, it contains caffeine and is suitable for medicinal applications. Occurrence and cultivation of the kola nut The kola nut is the seed of the kola tree. Among other things, it contains caffeine and is suitable for medicinal applications. The kola nut forms the … Kola Nut: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Calamus (Acorus calamus) belongs to the marsh plants and comes from Asia. However, in the 16th century it was also brought to Central Europe and today it can be found throughout the northern hemisphere. Occurrence and cultivation of calamus The roots of calamus are dug up and cleaned, and then cut into pieces of about … Calamus: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Nutmeg has enriched cuisine since the Middle Ages thanks to its warm and spicy, sweet and bitter, fiery and peppery aroma. A pinch of the seeds, finely grated, spices many different dishes such as mashed potatoes, cauliflower or light sauces. Botanically, nutmeg is not a nut, but the seed kernel of the nutmeg tree. Occurrence … Nutmeg Tree: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Field man’s bedstraw has its firm place in herbal medicine and has for centuries. However, how the thorny herb got its official name “field man’s litter” has not been passed down with certainty – theories about it exist a few. Occurrence and cultivation of field man’s bedstraw The distribution area of field man’s litter stretches … Field Manure: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Products Gammahydroxybutyrate is commercially available as an oral solution (Xyrem). It has been approved in many countries since 2006. The drug belongs to narcotics and requires an aggravated prescription. GHB is also known to be manufactured and trafficked illegally. Structure and properties The free γ-hydroxybutyric acid (C4H8O3, Mr = 104.1 g/mol) is a colorless and … Gamma Hydroxybutyrate (GHB)
Lovage (Levisticum officinale) belongs to the plant family of umbelliferae (Apiaceae). Synonyms are bath herb, pleasure vine and nut herb. The name Maggi herb is also commonly used. The reason for the origin of this name is the similar taste of lovage and the well-known Maggi seasoning. The latter is a partial hydrolysate of protein … Lovage: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Carob tree (also carob tree, carob tree or buckhorn tree) belongs to the legume family and is found in the Near East and the Mediterranean region, respectively. Occurrence and cultivation of the carob tree. The seeds are used for carob bean gum, which is very suitable as a baking aid for dietary purposes. Carob tree … Carob Tree: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Products In many countries, finished medicines containing cocaine are currently no longer commercially available. However, they can be prepared as an extemporaneous prescription in a pharmacy. Cocaine is subject to the Narcotics Act and requires an aggravated prescription, but it is not banned as a drug. It is also sold as an illegal narcotic on … Cocaine: Drug Effects, Side Effects, Dosage and Uses
Effects Aphrodisiac Medical indications To promote sex drive or potency. Erectile dysfunction in men “Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder” (decreased sexual drive). Active ingredients Use v.a. in erectile dysfunction: phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors increase blood flow to the corpus cavernosum of the penis and act only during sexual stimulation: Sildenafil (Viagra) Tadalafil (Cialis) Vardenafil (Levitra) Prostaglandins must be … Aphrodisiacs
To treat various ailments, not only chemical medicines can be used, but also medicinal plants. While vanilla has gained greater notoriety in the kitchen, it is at the same time a medicinal plant whose effects can usually be used without risks. Occurrence and cultivation of vanilla Most people are familiar with the fruit pod only … Vanilla: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Polei mint (Mentha pulegium), also called fleabane, deer mint or polei for short, belongs to the mint genus, within the labiates family. It looks similar to the normal peppermint, but is smaller. Occurrence and cultivation of Polei mint. It used to be an integral part of farm gardens, but is now rarely found there. Polei … Polei Mint: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
