Nutrition & Complementary Health terms

The root of this plant has been used in some cultures to treat certain medical problems.

The things a person eats and drinks.

A plant that has been used in some cultures to treat certain medical problems.

An herb native to China.

An herb native to North America that has been used to prevent and treat the common cold and other respiratory infections.

A plant with aromatic leaves and flowers that is a member of the mint family.

A form of nutrition that is delivered into the digestive system as a liquid.

An ancient form of acupuncture based on the principle that there are five universal elements (wood, fire, earth, metal, and water) that affect a person's emotions, personality, health, and response…

A nutrient in the vitamin B complex that the body needs in small amounts to function and stay healthy.

A plant whose roots are used as a sedative and to treat certain medical conditions.

A plant whose roots are used as a sedative and to treat certain medical conditions.

A plant whose daisy-like flowers are used in tea to calm and relax, improve sleep, and help stomach problems.

An herb with a root that has been used in cooking, and by some cultures to treat nausea, vomiting, and certain other medical conditions.

An herb with a root that has been used in some cultures to treat certain medical problems.

A plant whose seeds and root have been used in some cultures to treat certain medical problems.

An herb used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat certain medical problems.

An herb used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat certain medical problems.

A plant whose leaves, stems, and flowers have been used in some cultures to treat certain medical problems.

An herbal product sold as an over-the-counter treatment for depression.

The root of this plant has been used in some cultures to treat certain medical problems.