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Astigmatism
A defect of the cornea or lens of the eye that causes blurred vision. A condition that occurs because the cornea (outer lens of the eye) is not the correct spherical shape. Light rays from an object do not focus on the retina; they focus in front of or behind the retina, so the object…
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Achilles tendinitis
Inflammation of the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the bones of the foot. This stress injury is most often due to tight calf muscles and is common among runners. A painful inflammation of the tendon that connects the calf muscles of the legs to the heel bones. The Achilles tendon raises and…
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Ylang-ylang oil
A floral essential oil from a flowering tree of the same name, commonly used in fragrances. Available at health food stores.
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Yellow sweet clover
A flowering plant that can be used to treat insomnia and fight hypertension. Available at health food stores and nurseries.
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Yarrow wrap
A wrap made with blooms from the yarrow plant to treat cuts and abrasions. Yarrow is available at health food stores or at nurseries.
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Wormwood
A bitter-tasting medicinal herb which can be used to treat digestive problems and other ailments. It is also used to produce vermouth. Available at health food stores. Intensely bitter leaves were an important ingredient in absinthe, vermouth, and other liqueurs. Has great reputation for stimulating the appetite and improving digestion. One of the oldest known…
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Wood ferns
A plant whose roots can be used medicinally for various ailments. Available at some health food stores.
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Willow bark
The bark of the willow tree. It can be used to treat headaches and other body pain. Available at health food stores.
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Wheatberries
Whole wheat kernels, often used in healthy cooking. Available at health food stores.
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Wheat germ
A protein and vitamin rich part of the wheat kernel used in healthy cooking. Available at health food stores and some grocery stores. The fatty portion of the wheat grain; rich source of vitamin E. The embryonic portion of of the wheat seed or kernel. It contains vitamin E, thiamine, riboflavin, and other micronutrients. The…
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