"Kudzu Kures" for lots

of Common Illnesses!

NOTE: Because Kudzu was declared a "Weed" by the USDA in 1972, and is diffi- cult to eradicate in the Southern US, Herbal Remedy Books generally ignore it, and one has to search the Internet, or read about Chinese and Japanese scientific studies to find even a small portion of the medicinal uses of KUDZU. ...I searched the Internet on 8-4-2000 with "kudzu" as my search term and found the following!

Arrowroot, or Kudzu-vine

Natural History of Hiroshima University Saijo Campus Scientific Name: Pueraria Thunberginia Benth ..Reference: Makino no. 1290 Japanese name: KUZU Blooming season: July through September.....

NOTE: "Arrowroot" is a common name, or nickname that has been applied to other plants besides KUDZU, so don't assume that "Arrowroot" on a package means KUDZU. ...Encylopedic Dictionary: "ar.row.root, n. A tropical American plant, Maranta arundinacaea, or some other species,whose rhizomes yield a nutritious starch much used in food preparations; the starch itself, or a similar starch from some other plant; a food prep- aration made of such starch."

From www.shianet.org ....Revitalizer----Month Supply=$19.95

Revitilizer (TM) is a unique blend of vitimins and nutrients delivered to your body with lightning speed and optimal potency. Only Revitilizer 's genuine breath freshening ingredients naturally destroy the tell-tale odors left behind by: beer, wine, liquor, coffee, and other beverages, cigarettes, cigars and tobacco, garlic, onions and other potent foods.

Revitalizer (TM) also helps the body overcome the stresses of todays work-a-holic lifestyles, restoring the energy and vigor that makes life worth living.

This spray includes: Vitamin A, vitamin E, Thiamine, Niacin, vitamin B-6 ,vitamin B-12, Selenium, L-Glycine, L-Cysteine, Lecithin, KUDZU ROOT and Riboflavanoids.

NOTE: I am not telling you to go out and buy this product! ..Although you may indeed find it beneficial! ..It seems unlikely that Asiatics would be using a "Breath Freshener" that doesn't indeed freshen their breath! ...Vitamins and amino acids don't change odors..in fact B vitamins are likely to have an unpleasant odor of their own! ...My assumption is that KUDZU ROOT is here the ONLY ingredient that is having any effect on these odors! ..I would suggest you experiment with KUDZU TEA, or chewing on tender young KUDZU LEAVES after eating garlic, onions, etc. to see if the usual odors are deminished. By taking KUDZU along with garlic, you'd increase the benefits! R.H.

Herbal Dave's Notebook.....Page last modified June 05, 2000

Pueraria lobata (Willd.) Ohwi. ...........Fabaceae..............

Pueraria thomsonii Benth........kudzu (P. lobata), ge gen

Part: Root

Pueraria root is bitter. It

*** Promotes sweating to treat ............................................* measles

*** Relieves Pain

*** Relieves muscle spasms to treat.............................*headache

***Lowers blood sugar

***Increases blood circulation, lowers blood pressure and coronary

......blood flow to treat...........................* hypertension ...*atherosclerosis

***It is also used for inflammatory skin conditions.

.....Generally safe for appropriate consumption.

.......Copyright (c) 2000 Health Education Library Publications

.......http://www.herbaldave.com/Herbs/Latin_Herbs/Pueraria_lobata.htm

NOTE: I believe coronary blood flow would be increased, not lowered, since in Chinese studies, they find Angina Pectoris pains decreased in 1/3 of pts. R.Holt, MD

1001 herbs For a Healthy Life ...http://www.1001herbs.com/kudzustjohn/

Kudzu/St. John's Wort

Categories: Nervous System

Symptoms: Alcholism, Colds/Flu, Poor Digestion, Liver Problems, Depression, Pain, Anxiety, Nervousness, Loss of Appetite, Sleeplessness/Insomnia

Chinese Kudzu extract has been used for centuries in Japan and China as a dietary supplement. ...Chinese Kudzu extract contains diadzin, which has been known to be beneficial for treating alcoholism. ..Not only does Chinese Kudzu extract help reduce the craving for alcohol, but it treats cold symptoms, relieves indigestion, and alleviates pain.

(The other symptoms listed above are relieved by the St. John's Wort and Alfalfa in this combination product).....Suggested dose, one capsule three times a day.

100 capsules $28.20

ESTROVEN..http://www.cyberstrengthnutrition.com/estroven.htm

What is Estroven?

Although we normally think of estrogens as coming from inside our bodies, they come from plant sources as well. ..These natural plant estrogens are called "phytoestrogens". ..They act like your body's own estrogen and help provide a natural harmone balance. ..Soybeans and products made from soybeans are very rich sources of phytoestrogens. The specific plant estrogens in soy include daidzen, genistein, formono -netin and other naturally occurring compounds are called isoflavones.

Kudzu

Estroven intentionally contains phytoestrogens from multiple sources to increase the potential for product benefits. ..Kudzu, also known as Pueraria lobata, is an excellent source of daidzen and pueraria plus formononetin, another valuable phytoestrogen. ..We use kudzu because it is a high-quality, yet relatively inexpensive source of plant estrogens. ..This allows us to heep Estroven more affordable to you.

(The benefits of other ingredients explained, Folic Acid, Black Cohosh) 30 $12.75

Woman's Balance ..http://healthandwealthnow.com/woman.htm

Dietary Supplement for Women

As women begin the perimenopausal period (about age 35) they experience a variety of symptoms, some of which are related to declining estrogen levels. ..This normal occurrence often causes discomfort, including sleep disturbances. ..Many studies suggest that isoflavones may help women meet nutritional needs during menopause. Isoflavones have a chemical structure similar to the body's natural estrogen, which may account for these effects. ..Additionally, isoflavones help maintain a healthy cholesterol level and preliminary studies show that soy isoflavones may increase bone mass. .."Women's Balance" is rich in natural sources of isoflavones, ibcluding Black Cohosh, Red Clover Extract and Kudzu Root. It also contains antioxidants that assist the body's defence against the effects of harmful free radicals. ....30 tablets, $22.95

Treatment for Alcoholism

http://www.pathcom.com/~bioplus/root.htm

1.KUDZU ROOT IS THE TREATMENT FOR ALCOHOLISM

2. RELIEVES PROBLEMS AFTER DRINKING OF ALCOHOL....

KUDZU VINE is a wild plant, that grows in many Asiatic countries. ..From ancient times to the present days, the root of Kudzu has been commonly used in Far Eastern culture as a food, rich source of starch and as an effective remedy in natural medi- cine.. It helps digestion, reduces blood pressure, treats colds, intestinal ail -ments, and ALCOLOLISM with all of its resulting health problems. ..When Kudzu is present in the diet, it also prevents anyone from falling into an alcohol addict -ion. ..Starch derived from Hudzu Root contains a high amount of iron, a fair portion of calcium and phosphorus, and a little sodium. ..Interestingly, it has more calories per gram than honey, but unlike honey, which is quick burning sugar, KUDZU is a long sustaining source of energy in an organism. ..A recent research made in Medical School of Harvard confirmed that KUDZU reduces craving for alcohol as much as 90%. ..Daidzin isoflavone is a compound of KUDZU that causes repression of alcohol consumption. ..Presently many other Universities are working on that issue, like Southern Illinois University Carbondale and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

KUDZU ROOT, pure powder, no additives. ..Treatment can be implemented easily, as thickener for soup and sauces or can be mixed with any kind of meal.

Price: 250g of Kudzu Root Powder $12.50 US plus shipment.

KUDZU ROOT, pure powder, standardized root extract, no additives.

Price: 90 Hudzu Root Capsules 500 mg $12.50 US plus shipment.

NOTE: We do not sell these products on the healthark.com website, but are providing this information for those who do not want to pick or process their own KUDZU.

For more information about KUDZU ROOT, please contact: K&K BIOPLEX, 1168 Arena Rd. Unit 28, Mississauga, Ontario, L4Y 1G7, Fax 905 275 9464 or send E-Mail to bioplus@pathcom.com.

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