Item #HWHEP: Wheat Grass, Powdered

Increases hemoglobin production Rebuilds the blood stream Helps prevent tooth decay Improves the body`s ability to heal wounds Purifies the Blood Creates an unfavorable environment for unfriendly bacteria growth Washes drug deposits from the body Neutralizes toxins, carsinogens in the body Helps purify the liver Improves blood sugar disorders Keeps hair from graying Improves digestion Removes heavy metals from the body Reduces high blood pressure Aids in the prevention and curing of cancer.

Item #HWHIWC:
White Willow Bark, Cut

Used for thousands of years, White Willow (or Salix alba in Latin) bark has long been recognized as a powerful aid in medical treatments and mystical ritual. The ancient physician Hippocrates, who wrote in 400 BC, even spoke of chewing it to reduce fever and inflammation. Its use extended into China and ancient Egypt and Assyria, as well where its healing properties were also recognized for centuries, often as an aid against all varieties of aches and pains. In the mid ages it was applied to fever as well. In many mystic and spiritual traditions, it is also associated with the moon, and trying to bring the moon's blessings into your life. In this it has also been applied to spells of healing and binding.

Today, White Willow bark is primarily used in the treatment of pain. It actually contains salica, which was used in the 1800s to develop aspirin, and numerous other compounds believed to aid in treating similar issues as Aspirin, such as headaches, fever, and inflammation. While slower to act than taking an aspirin, its effects seem to last longer. Some herbalists also claim that White Willow bark can be used for its antiseptic qualities, and even immune boosting properties.

Item #HWSAG: White Sage

Also known as Salvia Alpine, Bee Sage, or Sacred Sage, white sage has a long history of being revered for medicinal practices, and has long been viewed as possessing many virtues believed to aid in maintaining general well being. It is perhaps better known though for the spiritual practices that revolve around it, particularly the spiritual art of smudging. In this practice, white sage is usually the preferred herb used to bundle up into a long stick or wand. One end is then lit to smolder slowly, as the smudging stick is then used in ceremonial offering, or in rituals of cleansing, purification, and protection. This tradition, born of Native American beliefs, is said to keep away evil spirits and negative energies, and has been adapted to the practices of many neopagan traditions. Within these practices, the uses often extend to seeking prosperity, fertility and longevity, and are sometimes used in rituals of money drawing, banishing, or consecration.

Herbalists often speak of the medicinal properties that White Sage possesses aiding in decreasing sweating and salivation. It is also said to aid in ailments of the nose and throat and lungs by decreasing the mucus secretions of the sinuses. It is sometimes also used in a cold tea as a tonic for stomach ailments, or in look warm tea for soothing away the pain of a sore throat. The leaves of white sage have also been said to be of great use for treating heavy menstruation, though it should be noted that this can sometimes decrease lactation.

Item #HWITGC: Witches Grass

Also found under the names of Panicum capillare, Hair Grass, Panic Grass, Tickle Grass, and Tumble Grass, Witches Grass is actually related to the famed tumble weed. Native to North America, it is considered among many to be an invasive weed that grows in sandy or gravelly terrain, in dry conditions, and can reach a height of 1 to 3 feet tall, and possesses very few branches. This leaves it sometimes sprouting from patios and driveways and other such inconvenient places. Outside of this reputation of being somewhat of a nuisance, Witches Grass has also long had a reputation for possessing spiritual properties.

In mystic and occult traditions, Witches Grass is often seen to be an herb related to the sign of Jupiter, and is therefore often used in rituals either as a representation of Jupiter or in seeking to achieve some of the sign's powers. Often this results in the plant being used in spells that are seeking happiness, better luck, or some other manner of aid in overcoming your obstacles. Because of the authority of Jupiter, Witches Grass is also sometimes used in aiding exorcisms.

Item #HWORC: Wormwood, Cut

Commonly found in herbal texts and other documentation as Artemisia absinthium, or more commonly as absinthe wormwood, Wormwood is native to temperate Eurasia and Africa. In these locals it has seen a long history of use in keeping away pests and insect larvae, and has been used indoors as a repellant for fleas and moths. More famously, it has also been used in flavoring the notorious liquor called Absinthe, as well some other well known liquor such as bitters, vermouth and other, less well known wine and spirits. In the mid ages it was used to spice mead, and gets its name from this time as it was used in a common medieval cure for intestinal worms.

Today many herbalists know it as an aid for treating gastric pain and indigestion. It has also seen use as an antiseptic or in the treatment of fevers, where it is said to help reduce them. Some have even used it in teas for aiding with the labor pains of pregnant women. The oil of wormwood has also been used to improve circulation, and has long been prescribed by some herbalists as a general treatment for the ailments of the circulatory system.