Matching Pairs Natural Products & HerbalsOnline version nutrition by Dr. David Myers 1 St. John's wort 2 ginger root 3 black cohosh 4 Kava 5 Garlic 6 Glucosamine 7 Aloe 8 ginkgo biloba 9 valerian 10 Feverfew 11 Saw palmetto 12 echinacea vasodilation: Decreases leg pain, platelet aggregation, risk of thrombosis. Decreases bronchospasm. Claims to improve memory Blocks platelet aggregation. Blocks factor that causes migraines. Makes cartilage and synovial fluid. Suppresses inflammation of the joints and cartilage degradation. Treats osteoarthritis. Increases GABA to prevent insomnia. Reduces anxiety related restlessness. Drowsiness effect increases over time. Can decrease prostate manifestations of hyperplasia Acts as an estrogen substitute, Treats manifestations of menopause. Relieves vertigo and nausea. Increases intestinal motility. morning sickness, arthritis. Blocks LDL cholesterol, raises HDL cholesterol; lowers triglycerides. Suppresses platelet aggregation, disrupts coagulation. Acts as a vasodilator Topically, aloe has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Soothes pain. Heals burns. Softens skin. Orally, aloe has laxative effects. Affects serotonin, antidepressant effects. For mild depression. Orally as an analgesic to relieve pain, inflammation. Topically to treat infection Causes liver injury. Promotes sleep. Decreases anxiety. Promotes muscle relaxation without affecting concentration. Stimulates immune system. Decreases inflammation. Heals skin disorders, wounds, and burns. Treats viruses.