Kale is a green, leafy, cruciferous vegetable that is rich in nutrients. It may offer a range of health benefits for the whole body. It is a member of the mustard, or Brassicaceae, family, as are cabbage and Brussels sprouts. Possible benefits include helping manage blood pressure, boosting digestive health, and protecting against cancer and…

Kanchanar Guggulu is an effective Ayurvedic remedy for treating hypothyroidism, hormonal imbalance, PCOS and joint pains. The word Guggul originated from the Sanskrit word Guggulu means ‘protection from the disease’. It also promotes the functioning of the lymphatic system and in getting rid of toxins. Key Ingredients Kanchanar Guggulu comprises Kanchanar (bauhinia variegate) bark, ginger,…

S. tortuosum has been traditionally used to manage anxiety and depression, as well as to enhance mood, cognitive activity, and memory. Scientific Family Aizoaceae Mesembryanthemoideae (subfamily) Botany S. tortuosum is a perennial decumbent or climbing succulent plant indigenous to South Africa.Gericke 2008, Harvey 2011 It has white to pale yellow or pale pink sessile flowers,…

Kava kava is an herbal remedy that some people use to relieve stress and anxiety and boost sleep. This plant extract has a calming, euphoric effect that some people compare with that of alcohol. Kava kava, or simply kava, has a long history of use in alternative medicine and traditional ceremonies. More recently, it has…

Kelp is an excellent source of iodine, potassium, magnesium, iron, and calcium [2]. Depending on the type of kelp or seaweed, the nutrient profile can vary greatly [3]. Laminarin is a specific type of kelp in the brown algae family rich in nutrients (iodine, potassium, magnesium, calcium, and iron). Its compounds may also block tumor…

Kidney beans are an excellent source of molybdenum. This chemical is needed in small quantities in the body to detoxify sulfites present in some foods. They are also a great source of folate, fiber, and copper, manganese, phosphorus, protein, vitamin B1, iron, potassium and magnesium. The red color of kidney beans makes it rich in…

Kidney beans are an excellent source of molybdenum. This chemical is needed in small quantities in the body to detoxify sulfites present in some foods. They are also a great source of folate, fiber, and copper, manganese, phosphorus, protein, vitamin B1, iron, potassium and magnesium. The red color of kidney beans makes it rich in…

Pleurotus eryngii is a large, edible mushroom native to Europe and Asia[i]. While it is rare in the wild, it is cultivated world-wide and popular for its buttery flavor and eggplant-like texture, especially in certain Asian cuisines. The species has many common names, including king oyster mushroom, French horn mushroom, king trumpet mushroom and trumpet…

Clinical Classification and Uses of Kratom Mitragyna speciosa (Kratom) Family: Rubiaceae (same family as coffee) Energy and flavors: Warm and stimulating in small amounts; cool and sedating in large doses. Bitter. Organs and channels affected: Liver, Lung, Heart, Large intestine Chemical constituents: Over 40 alkaloids, especially mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine. These are both opioid receptor cell…

Kudzu is a vine. Under the right growing conditions, it spreads easily, covering virtually everything that doesn't move out of its path. Kudzu was introduced in North America in 1876 in the southeastern U.S. to prevent soil erosion. But kudzu spread quickly and overtook farms and buildings, leading some to call to kudzu "the vine…

Kudzu is a vine. Under the right growing conditions, it spreads easily, covering virtually everything that doesn't move out of its path. Kudzu was introduced in North America in 1876 in the southeastern U.S. to prevent soil erosion. But kudzu spread quickly and overtook farms and buildings, leading some to call to kudzu "the vine…

Kudzu is a vine. Under the right growing conditions, it spreads easily, covering virtually everything that doesn't move out of its path. Kudzu was introduced in North America in 1876 in the southeastern U.S. to prevent soil erosion. But kudzu spread quickly and overtook farms and buildings, leading some to call to kudzu "the vine…