NADAN - Herbal Pharmacy

Ha Lian Cao (Eclipta prostrata)

Eclipta prostrate is consireded to be the best remedy for the hair and is also used as a rejuvenative and liver tonic.
It is also used in the treatment kidney diseases,
astringent, bleeding,
tinnitus,
neurosis,
best remedy for the hair, promotes hair growth, prevents premature graying,
eye diseases,
used in the treatment of dropsy,
chronic hepatitis,
liver complaints, jaundice,
anaemia,
nose bleeding, uterine bleeding, blood in urine,
Eclipta prostrata juice inhibited cancer and endothelial cell migration in vitro and also showed in vivo anti-angiogenic activity,
antifibrotic activity of Eclipta prostrata and its triterpenoids might suggest the therapeutic potentials against liver fibrosis.

Hawthorn Berry (Crataegus monogyna)

Preliminary evidence indicates that it improves left ventricular performance, as measured by ejection fraction, congestive heart failure, angina pectoris, cardiomyopathy, cardiac arrhytmia,
atherosclerosis,
high blood pressure, potential angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor,
protective effects on the cardiovascular system,
potent inhibitor of ADP-induced platelet aggregation,
anti-inflammatory,
cytotoxic against larynx cancer cells,
antioxidant.

Hedyotis (Hedyotis diffusa)

Herb Robert (Geranium robertianum)

Hibiscus Flowers (Hibiscus sabdariffa)

Holy thistle (Cnicus benedictus)

Poverful antibiotic, cytotoxic,
antitumor activity,
digestive aid,
diuretic,
anti-inflammatory,
antibacterial, antiviral,
a warm infusion of the plant is said to be one of the most effective means of improving the milk supply of a nursing mother,
used internally in the treatment of anorexia, poor appetite associated with depression, dyspepsia, flatulent colic,
externally in the treatment of wounds and ulcers.

Hops (Humulus lupulus)

Sleeplessness, hypnotic, relaxes the nervous system,
migraine,
excitability, tension, anxiety,
inhibits nitric oxide production,
treatments of postmenopausal symptoms, very high estrogenic activity, 8-prenylnaringenin has been characterized as one of the most potent phytoestrogens isolated until now,
Humulus lupulus flavonoids are being regarded as attractive molecules to prevent or treat certain forms of cancer, antiproliferative and cytotoxic effects on human cancer cell lines,
antimicrobial,
strong spasmolytic activity.

Horehound (Marrubium vulgare)

Marrubium vulgare apparently causes the secretion of a more fluid mucous, readily cleared by coughing.
antispasmodic, strongly expectorant, bronchitis, whooping cough, very valuable pectoral, expectorant and tonic that can be safely used by children as well as adults,
antioxidant,
hypoglycaemic effect, diabetes,
hypotensive,
cholagogue,
diuretic,
hepatic.

Horny Goat Weed (Epimedium grandiflorum)

It has an action on the genitals similar to the male sex hormone and can increase the weight of the prostate gland and seminal vesicle, it has increased copulation in animals and increases the secretion of semens, the leaves are used as an aphrodisiac. Administered orally, the leaf extract increases the frequency of copulation in animals.
Potent adaptogen, increases blood levels of epinephrine, norepinephrine, serotonin and dopamine when are low,
has an energy-promoting effect,
reduces blood level of cortisol and has an anti-stress effect,
can restore levels of testosterone and thyroid hormones which may account for some benefit of this herb in improving libido,
reduces bone breakdowns,
improves immune system.

Horse Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum)

Aesculus hippocastanum reduces fluid retention by increasing the permeability of the capillaries and allowing the re-absorption of excess fluid back into the circulatory system.
Strengthens arteries and veins, excellent in the treatment of patients with mild to moderate venous insufficiency,
prevents thrombosis,
gout, lowers uric acid in the blood,
haemorrhoids,
arthritis,
orally administered horse chestnut seed extract in the treatment of venous leg ulcers,
extracts have many potential positive pharmacological effects on the skin since generate contraction forces in fibroblasts followed by activation of Rho protein and Rho kinase but not myosin light chain kinase or other protein kinases, and therefore is a potent anti-aging ingredient,
beta-aescin is a potent natural inhibitor of proliferation and inducer of apoptosis in K562 cells, and may be a candidate lead compound to explore potential antileukemia drugs,
potentially toxic if ingested and should not be used internally without professional supervision.

Horsetail (Equisetum arvense)

Prostate,
potent diuretic, gout, dropsy,
tuberculosis,
bone fractures healing,
arthritis, urinary infections, blood in urine,
kidney stones,
eczema,
dermatological agent, antiseptic,
nose bleeding,
large quantities of the herb could be toxic because contains the enzyme thiaminase, an enzyme which hydrolyses vitamin B,
a decoction of the herb added to a bath benefits slow-healing sprains and fractures, as well as certain irritable skin conditions such as eczema,
contains equisetic acid, which is thought to be identical to aconitic acid. This substance is a potent heart and nerve sedative that is a dangerous poison when taken in high doses, contains irritant substances and should only be used for short periods of time,
should be used under the supervision of a qualified practitioner.

Houttuynia (Houttuynia cordata)

Antiviral, anti-HIV activity,
strong antiphlogistic activity,
immunostimulatory activity,
gastric ulcer,
diuretic,
strong medication against urinary infections,
protective effect against bleomycin-induced pulmonary fibrosis, this protective effect was more pronounced than that of vitamin E.
Protective effect of Houttuynia cordata on pulmonary fibrosis could be partly associated with the reduction of oxidative damage caused by bleomycin.

Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis)

Asthma,
antispasmodic,
aids digestion,
angina,
cough, has a positive effect when used to treat bronchitis and respiratory infections, especially where there is excessive mucous production, expectorant, disorders of the respiratory system,
night sweats,
toothache,
earache.

Hyacinth Orchid (Bletilla striata)

Bletilla striata is an important wound herb in China, where it has been used for over 1,500 years.
Abundant in mucilages that can support regeneration of tissue, internal and external bleeding, hemoptysis, hematemesis and hemafecia due to stomach bleeding,
anal fissures,
calming activity on the stomach, acts as a physical barrier that is closely associated with the mucosal lining, very helpful for complaints associated with occasional heartburn and acid indigestion,
induces coordinate changes in inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-alpha) and interleukin 1 beta (IL-1beta) mRNA levels and enhances the expression of these cytokines.

Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens)