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Chicory
A bushy herb often used medicinally or as a dietary supplement. Available at grocery or health food stores. This particular herbaceous plant, which is widely available and easily cultivable, is commonly subjected to a process wherein its roots are sliced, dried, and roasted. These processed roots are then utilized as a flavor enhancer for ground…
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Cherry pit bags
A doth bag filled with dried and cleaned cherry pits that can be heated and placed on sore body parts to ease pain. Easy to make yourself, or available at health food stores.
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Chamois cloth
A cloth made from soft, porous leather that is useful for cleaning. Synthetic chamois cloths are made from microfiber or other materials. Available at hardware stores.
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Camphor
A waxy tree extract with a cooling effect similar to menthol that can be used as a mild anesthetic or natural anti-itch product. Available at health food stores. White crystals with a strong smell, made from a tropical tree, used to keep insects away or as a liniment. Chemical, derived from the plant Cinna- momum…
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Callus plane
A bladed device used to remove calluses or corns from feet. Available at pharmacies.
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Calamus
A wetland plant whose leaves resemble that of the iris. Also known as sweet flag or flag-root, it can help with digestive problems. Available at health food stores.
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Burdock root
The root of a thistle that can be used to treat a number of health problems, including hair and scalp problems and burns. Available at health food stores.
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Bonemeal
Coarsely ground bones used as a natural fertilizer. Available at garden supply stores.
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Bloodroot
A flowering herb that can be used to flavor liqueurs. Note that it can be toxic. Available at health food stores.
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Biotin/Vitamin B7
A B vitamin that is important for healthy hair and skin. It can be found in foods like egg yolk and nuts, or as a supplement available at health food stores and pharmacies.
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