[Latin Name]Huperzia serratum

[Source] Huperziceae whole herb from China

[Appearance]Brown to white

[Ingredient]Huperzine A

[Specification]Huperzine A 1% – 5%, HPLC

[Solubility] Soluble in chloroform, methanol, ethanol, slightly soluble in water

[Particle size] 80 Mesh

[Loss on drying] ≤5.0%

[Heavy Metal] ≤10PPM

[Pesticide residue] EC396-2005, USP 34, EP 8.0, FDA

[Storage] Store in cool & dry area, keep away from the direct light and heat.

[Shelf life] 24 Months

[Package] Packed in paper-drums and two plastic-bags inside.

[What is Huperzine A]

Huperzia is a type of moss that grows in China. It is related to club mosses (the Lycopodiaceae family) and is known to some botanists as Lycopodium serratum . The whole prepared moss was used traditionally. Modern herbal preparations use only the isolated alkaloid known as huperzine A. Huperzine A is an alkaloid found in huperzia that has been reported to prevent the breakdown of acetylcholine, an important substance needed by the nervous system to transmit information from cell to cell. Animal research has suggested that huperzine A’s ability to preserve acetylcholine may be greater than that of some prescription drugs. Loss of acetylcholine function is a primary feature of several disorders of brain function, including Alzheimer’s disease . Huperzine A may also have a protective effect on brain tissue, further increasing its theoretical potential for helping reduce symptoms of some brain disorders.

[Function] Used in alternative medicine, huperzine A has been found to act as a cholinesterase inhibitor, a type of medicine used to prevent the breakdown of acetylcholine (a chemical essential to learning and memory).

Not only used as a treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, huperzine A is also said to enhance learning and memory and to protect against age-related cognitive decline.

In addition, huperzine A is sometimes used to boost energy, increase alertness, and aid in the treatment of myasthenia gravis (an autoimmune disorder that affects the muscles).

Naturally Eliminate Migraine in This Way!
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Have you ever experienced a pounding headache, when it seems that everything is triggering pain? You become light sensitive, your pain is amplified by the slightest movement and it looks like everything is causing you pain. If you are experiencing this, you have a migraine, the worst of all headaches.

Migraines are caused by constricted blood vessels and they are very serious. Migraines can mess up your entire day and prevent you from doing your daily activities. It can make you unfocused, reduce your productivity, impede your ability to relax and rest and can ruin your entire day. Most people usually take ibuprofen or other over-the-counter medicine to ease the pain. However, these products come with certain side effects. Furthermore, since these headaches seem to be reoccurring, a natural remedy is the best solution.

There are various natural ways to eliminate migraines, but you need to see which works best for you.

1. Foods Which Help in Case of a Migraine.

Some foods which help with migraines are:

Onega-3 Foods:

Seeds, nuts and wild-caught fish like sardines or salmon help lower inflammation and control the blood flow.

Fresh and organic Fruits and Vegetables:

These foods are rich in magnesium and other vital electrolytes that are crucial for the muscular functions and blood flow, and for balancing the electrolytes. Moreover, they are rich in antioxidants that reduce inflammation, balance hormones and counteract effects of toxin exposure.

Foods Rich in Magnesium:

Foods rich in magnesium are Swiss chard, spinach, yogurt, pumpkin seeds, almonds, kefir, avocado, black beans, dates, figs, sweet potatoes and bananas.

Clean, Lean Protein Foods:

Foods like this are legumes, beans, wild-caught fish, and grass-fed poultry and beef.

Foods Rich in vitamins B:

According to some researchers, consuming vitamin B is helpful against migraines. Sources of riboflavin are meats, vegetables like legumes, beans and green leafy vegetables, certain dairy products, seeds and nuts.

2. Foods Which Worsen the Migraines.

According to some researchers 40% of the migraines can be avoided if people avoided foods that trigger them and improve their diet. Poor diet, which is high in sodium and processed grains, is one of the main triggers of migraines. Foods which worsen the migraines are:

Conventional dairy products.
Added sugar.
Aged cheeses.
Refined grain products.
Cured or pickled fish.
Red wine and other alcohol.
Pastries or bread made with yeast and gluten.
Caffeinated drinks.
Chocolate.
Artificial sweeteners and artificial food additives.
Preservatives and flavor enhancers in packaged foods.
Nitrites found in processed meats like ham, bacon, salami, cold cuts, and hot dogs.
Very cold foods.
Sodium in high amounts.
Fast foods and fried foods.
Some types of legumes and beans for some people.

Moreover, you need to avoid extreme dieting, prevent dehydration, prevent skipping meals, try not to consume too much caffeine and try maintain healthy blood sugar levels.

3. Treat Migraines with Essential Oils.

Essential oils can be used for a number of things. Essential oils are natural painkillers, reduce inflammation, reduce anxiety or stress, balance hormones, improve the blood flow, and reduce muscular tension.

These oils can be applied to the side of the pain, neck or anywhere you feel pain.

Essential oils which are beneficial for headaches are:

Peppermint: reduces inflammation and pain. It has a natural cooling effect, prevents muscle contractions, and stimulates blood flow round the head if applied topically.

Lavender: Eases anxiety and stress. It improves quality of sleep, reduces muscular tension, and has sedative and natural antidepressant qualities.

Eucalyptus: it promotes blood flow, eliminates toxins and harmful substances from the body and reduces pain and high blood pressure.

Frankincense: reduces inflammation and has a number of benefits for promoting health in general.

Rosemary: it regulates blood flow, thus reduces pain, reduces withdrawal symptoms of medications and caffeine, soothes an upset stomach and aids digestion.

4. Natural Remedy

Himalayan Salt:

This remedy acts very fast and is very easy. Just take some salt crystals and make them into powder. Then, mix it with lemon juice and drink it. The more salt the remedy has, the better and more powerful it will be. This remedy should offer you an instant relief from your headache. You can mix one tablespoon of Himalayan salt and four ounces of lemon juice. In case this is too strong for you, add more lemon juice or some water.

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