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Herbal Therapy has a long history in medicine. Many of the medications one might take today have a basis in herbal therapy. One should not try to replace regular medical treatments with herbal therapy. Some herbs interact with prescription medications so prior to the use of herbs you should discuss the use of such herbs and medications with your physician.

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Ginkgo biloba - Commonly called Maidenhair tree. It is a tree that can live up to 1,000 years. The medicinal portion comes from the leaves. Some reported current uses for ginkgo are for improving memory and mental function, PMS, Intermittent Claudication and tinnitus.

Schizandra - A climbing vine plant that is native to China, Russia, Japan and Korea. It has reported uses for enhanced athletic performance, liver protection,  and as a cardiac antioxidant. It has been used in Russia and China traditionally for respiratory conditions like asthma and coughs and for insomnia, impotence and kidney problems.

St. John's Wort - Known as the Klamath weed, and is a shrubby type perennial plant. It is native to Europe, but has been introduced to many parts of the world where it does seemingly well in full sun. The medicinal portion is the flowers and buds.  Reported uses include depression, polyneuropathy. It also been reported to be used traditionally as an antiviral, antibacterial, and has been used topically for wounds, bites and burns.