Herbal Anti-Spasmodic By Mountain Meadow Herbs Overview & Drug Interactions

Supplement: Herbal Anti-Spasmodic by Mountain Meadow Herbs

This product contains

• Lobelia

  Ingredient Group	Lobelia
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Gotu Kola

  Description:

  Gotu kola (Centella asiatica) is a perennial herb and a member of the carrot family. It has small, white or pink flowers, fan-shaped leaves and is often found growing in damp, marshy areas. The leaves and stems of the gotu kola plant are used in herbal medicine as a natural remedy for a variety of health conditions, such as gastrointestinal disorders, amenorrhea, eye conditions, heat stroke, leprosy, liver health, lymphatic obstruction, and infections. It is not to be confused with similarly named plant, Cola Nut, or bacopa.

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  Ingredient Group	Gotu Kola
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Barberry

  Ingredient Group	Barberry
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Valerian

  Description:

  Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. The plant is known for its strong, distinctive odor and its purported medicinal effects. Valerian contains a number of active compounds, including valerenic acid and valepotriates, which are believed to have a sedative effect on the body and are may to be helpful in the treatment of insomnia and anxiety. Valerian is also believed to have mild tranquilizing and muscle-relaxing properties and may be helpful in the treatment of muscle spasms and other muscle disorders. The root of the valerian plant is most commonly utilized in dietary supplements and is often standardized for valerenic acid content.

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  Ingredient Group	Valerian
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Catnip

  Description:

  Catnip (Nepeta cataria) is a perennial herb that belongs to the mint family. It is native to Europe and parts of Asia and is known for its distinctive scent and its ability to affect the behavior of cats. The active ingredient in catnip that causes these effects is the chemical compound nepetalactone. In traditional medicine, catnup has been used for insomnia, anxiety, migraine headache, tension headache, the common cold, influenza, upper respiratory tract infection, fever, and itching. It is also sometimes used as an insect repellent. As an inhalant, catnip is smoked for respiratory conditions and recreationally for inducing a euphoric high

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  Ingredient Group	Catnip
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Peppermint

  Description:

  Peppermint is a perennial herb that is native to Europe and Asia. It is a member of the mint family (Lamiaceae) and is known for its fragrant, minty aroma and distinctive, spear-shaped leaves. Peppermint is commonly used in cooking and aromatherapy, as well as in a variety of personal care products. It has a refreshing, cool, and slightly sweet flavor. In traditional medicine, peppermint is believed to have a number of health benefits. It is thought to have anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects, and it is sometimes used to treat a variety of conditions, including digestive problems, respiratory infections, and skin disorders. Peppermint is also commonly used as a natural treatment for colds and flu due to its expectorant properties. Some peppermint supplements are marketed specifically towards those suffering from IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) as evidence shows it can help reduce symptoms in some individuals.

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  Ingredient Group	Peppermint
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Passionflower

  Description:

  Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) is a climbing vine with fragrant white and purple flowers that is native to the Americas. It is purported to have a number of potential health benefits, including reducing anxiety and improving sleep. It is thought to work by increasing the levels of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a neurotransmitter in the brain that helps regulate mood and anxiety. Passionflower may also have mild sedative and muscle-relaxing effects and may be helpful in the treatment of muscle spasms and other muscle disorders. Dietary supplements containing passionflower are generally standardized to contain no less than 1.5% of the flavanoid vitexin.

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  Ingredient Group	Passionflower
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Fennel

  Description:

  Fennel is a plant species in the carrot family and native to the Mediterranean region. Fennell seeds are often used as a spice, and other parts as food. Fennel has a distinctive, sweet, licorice-like flavor and is often used in cooking to add flavor to dishes such as sauces, salads, and baked goods. It is used in traditional medicine as a good source of vitamins and minerals, such as potassium, beta-carotene and vitamin C. It has also been used to treat a variety of conditions, including digestive issues, respiratory problems, and skin conditions.

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  Ingredient Group	Fennel
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Chamomile

  Ingredient Group	Chamomile (unspecified)
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Skullcap

  Description:

  Skullcap is a perennial herb native to North America. It is a member of the mint family and has small, blue or purple flowers that bloom in the summer. The plant is named for its shape, which resembles a small, hooded skull. Skullcap is often used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of conditions, and some studies have suggested that skullcap may have sedative and anxiety-reducing effects. American skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) Baikal skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis) are two different plants that are often referred to simply as "skullcap." but they belong to different species and have different medicinal properties.

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  Ingredient Group	Skullcap
  Category	botanical

  
  

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