Black Pepper or Piper Nigrum, which is a common spice, has medicinal properties. It is a tropical plant and India is the largest producer of Piper Nigrum. It possesses anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It acts as an antioxidant agent also. Black Pepper contains essential oil, which acts against intestinal flatulence and also stimulates sweating and urination. The essential oil found in Piper Nigrum stimulates stomach cells to produce HCl acid, which helps in digestion. Piper Nigrum also helps in absorption of certain essential micronutrients like coenzyme Q-10, beta-carotene and EGCG. Pepper has its contribution in Ayurvedic medicines also. Pepper seeds are used to prepare sinusitis relieving medicines. It also used for sore throat and dry cough.

Fenugreek is called as bird’s foot and is native to India, Ukraine, Mediterranean region and China. The fenugreek seeds have medicinal properties and are used in Indian, Chinese, Greek and Arabian medicine. These seeds can be used powdered or crushed and is applied externally as well as for hives, ulcers, boils and eczema. Fenugreek seeds are good for women to cure hormonal imbalances. Fenugreek seeds have been in use in Indian as well as Middle Eastern Cooking and are useful in curing gastrointestinal spasms and diarrhea. Fenugreek seeds are extensively used in folk medicines to decrease blood sugar and to cure appetite loss, dyspepsia, indigestion, fever, bronchitis, hernia, vomiting, impotence and stomach ulcers. Fenugreek seed show tolerance of glucose and lower levels of blood cholesterol. The fall in blood sugar level is also confirmed by the patients. The ingredients that are active in the fenugreek seed are carbohydrates, fiber, proteins, fixed oils, flavonoid, free amino acids, iron and calcium.

Maca Root  is derived from a plant native in Peru that is rich in vitamins and phytochemicals. It is also referred to as the super food. It is used for treating infertility and alleviates menopausal symptoms and premenstrual syndromes (PMS). It is an aphrodisiac that aids in sexual performance. It also aids in balancing the hormones in the body. It also helps increase the energy, strength, stamina and endurance. It is also a natural adaptogen that helps the body resist and adapt to external conditions. It works with the body’s natural antibodies to strengthen the immune system. Maca root is rich in vitamin C, which strengthens the body’s ability to resist infections.

Nettle has tonic, anti-inflammatory, hemostatic, and diuretic properties. Nettle has been used to treat rheumatism, eczema, arthritis, gout, and anemia. Nettle is very effective in treating urinary tract infections. An infusion of the nettle leaves can be used for inflammatory diseases of the lower urinary tract and also is effective for treating certain individuals with allergic reactions to hay fever.It helps the body to eliminate waste products and prevents fluid retention. Nettle's properties have been beneficial for coughs and have been used to get rid of phlegm from the lungs and stomach. Nettle helps draw body tissues together and control bleeding. Nettle leaf is used in a simple infusion as a tonic decoction to cleanse the blood. Nettle is also used as a specific for treating cases of childhood eczema; it's especially useful for nervous eczema. Nettle leaves contain iron and vitamin C and is sometimes used for treating anemia and poor circulation.

Tribulus Terrestris refers to an herb used in India and China as traditional medicines for centuries. Tribulus Terrestris contains active compounds known as steroidal saponins, and these are basically found in the leaf. The tribulus consists of furostanol and spirostanol glycosides. People use Tribulus Terrestris for erectile dysfunction as well as low libido. This has gained popularity owing to sports performance improvement. This is available in Russia and Bulgaria as it enhances the testosterone hormone levels, estrogen and DHEA. Tribulus Terrestris supplements taken for four weeks showed no effect on the hormones of the male sex. Preliminary studies heightened the sexual behavior in animals and yet the studies have not confirmed its effect on human beings. However, Tribulus is popular as an aid for sports performance as it shows no effect in exercise performance or body composition. Tribulus do not show any significant change in fat or body weight and this difference can be felt by experiencing strength in the leg press. Conversely, nursing or pregnant women should avoid taking Tribulus.

White Button Mushroom, Agaricus bisporus, is one of the most commonly cultivated and consumed mushrooms in the world. It is native in European and North American grasslands and is cultivated in more than 70 countries. This mushroom contains high amounts of Vitamins D and B, making it an excellent source of the said vitamins. Minerals like sodium, potassium and phosphorus are also present in this basidiomycete mushroom. Aside from the nutritional value it possesses, the common mushroom also has antioxidant qualities. This may be supported by the conjugated linoleic acid and vitamin D contents of the mushroom. A recent scientific study by the Institut National de la Recherche Agrinomique, a government research institute in France, found that it may even contain more antioxidants than other types. Another study, led by Dayong Wu, suggests that high intake of white button mushrooms may enhance natural immunity against tumors and viruses through the enhancement of natural killer cell activities brought about by IFN7 (Interferon Gamma) and TNF-a (Tumor Necrotizing Factor-a). This study was published in the 2007 issue of Journal of Nutrition. Certain clinical studies prove another benefit of consuming white button mushrooms. The study revealed that women who ate white button mushrooms are 67% less likely to develop breast cancer. The possible explanation lies in the mushroom’s estrogen-decreasing activity; the hormone was associated in the increased risk of breast cancer development.

Zinc is a mineral found in most cells in the human body. It plays an important role in stimulating enzyme functions. It improves the immune system that protects against bacterial and viral infections. It also promotes healing of wound. Zinc helps in maintaining a normal growth and development during pregnancy, childhood and adolescence. It also has antioxidant properties that prevent cell damage caused by free radicals that may lead to premature aging, heart problems and even cancer. It aids in cell growth, renewal, and repair. Zinc increases muscle growth and improves endurance. It also helps cleanse and get rid of toxins that accumulated in the body.