Synergy in the garden: can naturally occurring plant pesticides also cure cancer and prevent Alzheimer's?
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Natural compounds in plants combine to create a greater effect than the isolated substances combined together. This synergy makes getting vitamins and minerals from plants more nourishing than from supplement pills. Medicinal plants, like Artemisia and oregano, have the same synergy.
Publication Name: Organic Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0897-3792
Year: 1995
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Can rosemary save your memory?
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Rosemary may be of use in treating Alzheimer's disease because it contains acetylcholinesterase inhibitors. Rosemary contains cineole, which stimulates the central nervous system. Aromatherapy is one way of administering cineole.
Publication Name: Organic Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0897-3792
Year: 1997
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Eat your weedies! Turn the tables on those pesky garden foes and get super nutrition in the process
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There are more than 100 edible weeds that are found throughout the US. Some have vitamins that have anti-toxidant nutrient properties, such as E and C. Several weeds are described, tips on preparing them for eating are provided.
Publication Name: Organic Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0897-3792
Year: 1993
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