Garlic (Allium sativum). Garlic is antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, hypotensive (lowers high blood pressure), and lowers cholesterol and fat in the bloodstream. Garlic is used as an approved remedy for cardiovascular conditions, especially high cholesterol and triglyceride levels associated with risk of atherosclerosis. It is also generally regarded as a preventive measure for colds, flu and other infectious diseases.

Ginger (Zingiber officinale). Ginger root is used in many Chinese multi-herb formulas because its warming and stimulating energy aids stomach upset, nausea, motion sickness, poor digestion, gas and excessive mucus accumulation. External application of juice relieves muscle pain; ginger oil on scalp is used for dandruff and placed in the ear treats earaches. Ginger tea or tincture can be used as a gargle for sore throats.

Aloe (Aloe Vera). Aloe is used as an antiseptic, taken internally as laxative and as a treatment for liver inflammation and intestinal parasites; aloe gel is best known for its use in healing burns, skin rashes, insect bites, acne, herpes and wounds. The powder of aloe is a very strong purgative and it stimulates strong blood circulation.